King Faisal Specialist Hospital, Riyadh – United Arab Emirates
About Dr. Ameen S. Al-Omair
Dr. Ameen S. Al-Omair is a Consultant Radiation Oncologist specialising in stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), and oligometastatic disease management — a leading radiation oncology specialist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia offering advanced precision radiotherapy to international patients. He is Toronto fellowship-trained and has served as faculty at major international oncology meetings.
- Consultant Radiation Oncologist specialising in SRS, SBRT, and oligometastatic disease
- Toronto fellowship-trained with advanced expertise in stereotactic radiotherapy
- Faculty contributor to international radiation oncology education programmes
- Published researcher on hypofractionated stereotactic radiotherapy for brain metastases
- Experienced in IMRT, VMAT, and image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT) for complex cases
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
- Radiation Oncology Residency
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship in Advanced Radiation Oncology — Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre / University of Toronto, Canada
- Subspecialty Training in Stereotactic Radiosurgery and SBRT
Certifications & Accreditations
- Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) — Registered Consultant
- American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) — Member
- European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO) — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Brain Metastases
- Primary Brain Tumours (Gliomas, Meningiomas)
- Lung Cancer (Early-Stage and Oligometastatic)
- Liver Metastases
- Oligometastatic Disease (Multi-Site)
- Prostate Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Head and Neck Cancers
- Spinal Metastases
- Sarcoma
Sub-specialties
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS): High-precision single or few-fraction radiation for brain metastases and primary brain tumours — a leading SRS radiation oncology specialist in Riyadh for international patients.
- Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT): SBRT for early-stage lung cancer, liver metastases, and oligometastatic disease with sub-millimetre precision.
- Oligometastatic Disease Management: Metastasis-directed therapy (MDT) with ablative radiotherapy for oligometastatic solid tumours — active published area of research.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) — Gamma Knife / Linac
- Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT)
- Hypofractionated Stereotactic Radiotherapy
- Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
- Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT)
- Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)
- Ablative Radiotherapy for Oligometastases
- Palliative Radiation Therapy
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Consultant, General Radiation Oncology — King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Fellowship in Radiation Oncology — Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre / University of Toronto, Canada
Academic & Research Roles
- Faculty — ASCO Annual Meeting 2017 (Radiation Oncology Educational Session)
- Contributing author — peer-reviewed radiation oncology publications in leading journals
- Participant — KFSHRC Multidisciplinary Tumour Boards
Key Achievements
- Co-author on Al-Omair Soliman Xu 2013 hypofractionated SRT for brain metastases
- Contributing author to oligometastatic disease review
- Co-author on Saudi radiation oncology scholarly activity
- Provides advanced SRS and SBRT for international patients referred for precision radiotherapy
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available.
Professional Memberships
- American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)
- European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO)
- Saudi Oncology Society
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Al-Omair A, Soliman H, Xu W, et al. Hypofractionated Stereotactic Radiotherapy for Brain Metastases. 2013.
- Al-Omair A, et al. Oligometastatic Disease — Review of Evidence. 2022. PMC9208385.
- Al-Omair A, et al. Radiation Oncology Scholarly Activity in Saudi Arabia. 2021. PubMed 33720748.
- Al-Omair A. Advanced Radiation Oncology Techniques — ASCO 2017 Educational Faculty.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Stereotactic radiosurgery for brain metastases
- SBRT in oligometastatic disease
- Hypofractionated radiotherapy outcomes
- Radiation therapy clinical trials in the Middle East
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Radiation Oncology Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 | $12 – $30 |
| IMRT / VMAT (full course) | ₹2,50,000 – ₹5,00,000 | $3,000 – $6,000 |
| Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) | ₹2,00,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $2,400 – $7,200 |
| Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) | ₹3,00,000 – ₹7,00,000 | $3,600 – $8,400 |
| Proton Therapy (where available) | ₹25,00,000 – ₹45,00,000 | $30,000 – $54,200 |
*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Ameen S. Al-Omair use in Radiation Oncology treatment?
Dr. Ameen S. Al-Omair uses advanced radiation oncology technologies including Gamma Knife and linear accelerator-based Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS), Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT), Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT), Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT), and hypofractionated ablative radiotherapy for oligometastatic disease. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are also available to international patients through Cancer Rounds.
2. What conditions does Dr. Ameen S. Al-Omair specialize in treating?
Dr. Ameen S. Al-Omair specialises in Radiation Oncology, treating brain metastases, primary brain tumours (gliomas, meningiomas), early-stage and oligometastatic lung cancer, liver metastases, prostate cancer, breast cancer, head and neck cancers, spinal metastases, and sarcomas. International patients seeking the best radiation oncology doctor in India or Saudi Arabia benefit from his Toronto-trained SRS and SBRT expertise.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Ameen S. Al-Omair?
Appointments with Dr. Ameen S. Al-Omair can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.
4. Can international patients receive treatment from Dr. Ameen S. Al-Omair?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Ameen S. Al-Omair, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.
5. What support is available for international patients?
International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does Dr. Ameen S. Al-Omair offer second opinions for Radiation Oncology cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations for Radiation Oncology cases can be arranged via Cancer Rounds, enabling international patients to review SRS/SBRT eligibility, radiation planning, and oligometastatic disease management with Dr. Ameen S. Al-Omair.
