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Dr Walid Altassan

General Surgery Riyadh

Dr Walid Altassan

15 jaar ervaring

9,719+
Patients seen
15
Years in practice
13
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Walid Altassan at a glance

Dr Walid Altassan is a General Surgery practitioner based in Riyadh, Saoedi-Arabië, practising at Universitat de València Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de València (MD, 2007). Serves patients in Riyadh, Saoedi-Arabië and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

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Dr Walid Altassan is a dedicated medical professional. He is committed to providing comprehensive care and support to his patients, focusing on their specific needs and overall wellbeing.
Dr Altassan approaches patient care with a professional and reassuring manner, ensuring that individuals feel heard and understood. He collaborates with his patients to develop tailored treatment plans that align with their health goals.
His practice is built on a foundation of clear communication and patient education. Dr Altassan ensures that patients have a thorough understanding of their health status and the available treatment options, empowering them to be active participants in their own care.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr Walid Altassan

Opleiding & training

  1. 2001–2007 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València, Riyadh (SA)
  2. 2007–2011 Residency · General Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Riyadh (SA)
  3. 2011–2012 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Carrière & aanstellingen

  1. 2011-09–2012-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — General Surgery

Vergunningen & verzekering

Medische licenties

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-800982 active · expires 2028-12-31

Boardcertificeringen

European Board of General Surgery
#EB-19069E92 · issued 2012 · renewal 2022
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering: Generali Healthcare · 3,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file

Uitgevoerde procedures

ProcedureCodeLevenslang aantal
GP consultation 99213 693
Annual physical exam 99395 1,107
Vaccination administration 90471 2,955
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 268

Diensten & prijzen

DienstDuurModaliteitPrijs
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 90 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR

Praktijk, team & in praktijk

Walid Altassan in consultation
IN OFFICE
Walid Altassan with the team
WITH TEAM
Walid Altassan at a conference
CONFERENCE

Video's

introduction · 82s
Meet Walid Altassan

Onderzoek & publicaties

h-index: 14 · i10: 11

  1. European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
    Walid Altassan, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.6351/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 32352539 · geciteerd door 109
  2. Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Walid Altassan, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.1464/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 38281647 · geciteerd door 151

Uitgenodigde lezingen

  • Practical updates in General Surgery European Annual Congress (General Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in General Surgery National Society Meeting · Riyadh · 2023 · oral abstract

Onderscheidingen & lidmaatschappen

Onderscheidingen

  • 🏆 Top-rated General Surgery — Riyadh · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Lidmaatschappen

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Sinds 2012
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Sinds 2012
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2012

Artikelen van deze arts

  • Patient education Patient guide to General Surgery 2026-03-11 · 6 min lezen
  • Awareness When should you see a general surgery? 2026-01-03 · 9 min lezen

Voor internationale patiënten

Coördinator
Patient liaison · walid.altassan@euroclinics.example

Locatie

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Recente recensies

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Geverifieerd
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Walid Altassan's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Walid Altassan treats, with the size of the national pool of Saoedi-Arabië doctors offering the same care.

General Surgery

Dr Walid Altassan is one of 800 general surgery doctors indexed in Saoedi-Arabië. Browse general surgery doctors in Saoedi-Arabië →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Riyadh matters

Medical practice in Saoedi-Arabië is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Saoedi-Arabië medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Riyadh carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.

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  • What does Walid Altassan specialise in?

    Walid Altassan specialises in General Surgery in Riyadh, SA.

  • What conditions does Walid Altassan treat?

    Walid Altassan treats conditions within General Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Walid Altassan practise?

    Walid Altassan practises in Riyadh, SA. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Walid Altassan speak?

    Walid Altassan speaks English, Arabic.

  • How do I book an appointment with Walid Altassan?

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