King Faisal Specialist Hospital, Riyadh – United Arab Emirates
About Dr. Waleed Altaweel, MD
Dr. Waleed Altaweel, MD is the Chairman of Urology in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and a Professor at a leading regional medical university — internationally recognised in neurourology, female urology, voiding dysfunction, and sacral neuromodulation. A senior urologist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, he is McGill University fellowship-trained, a Springer textbook author on neurourology, and a member of the International Continence Society (ICS) Neurourology Committee.Chairman of Urology with over 25 years of clinical and academic experiencePatient recommendation rating 4.4/5 across 252+ reviewsMcGill University fellowship-trained in voiding dysfunction and female urologyCo-author of two chapters in Springer's Neurourology: Theory and Practice (2nd Edition, 2023)Member — International Continence Society Neurourology CommitteeQualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — King Saud University, Riyadh
- Urology Residency — Saudi Board of Urology
- Specialist Training in Neurourology & Female Urology
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship in Voiding Dysfunction & Female Urology — McGill University, Montreal, Canada
- Training in Sacral Neuromodulation
Certifications & Accreditations
- Saudi Commission for Health Specialties Registration
- International Continence Society — Neurourology Committee Member
- Saudi Urological Association — Past Chair, Local Training Committee
- Saudi Council for Health Specialties — Central Committee Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Urinary Incontinence (Female & Male)
- Neurogenic Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction
- Overactive Bladder
- Idiopathic Non-Obstructive Urinary Retention
- Pelvic Organ Prolapse
- Bladder Cancer (Liquid Biopsy Research)
- Voiding Dysfunction in Adults
- Nocturia
Sub-specialties
- Neurourology & Voiding Dysfunction: Comprehensive evaluation and management of neurogenic bladder, voiding dysfunction, and complex incontinence — a leading urologist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for neurourology.
- Female Urology: Surgical and conservative management of female urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and recurrent UTIs.
- Sacral Neuromodulation: Pioneer of sacral neuromodulation in Saudi Arabia for complicated voiding disorders and idiopathic urinary retention.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Sacral Neuromodulation Implantation (InterStim)
- Mid-Urethral Sling Surgery for Female SUI
- Pelvic Organ Prolapse Repair
- Augmentation Cystoplasty
- Botox Detrusor Injection for Overactive Bladder
- Urodynamics & Comprehensive Voiding Evaluation
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Chairman, Department of Urology — King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Present)
Past Affiliations
- McGill University, Montreal, Canada — Voiding Dysfunction & Female Urology Fellowship
- King Saud University, Riyadh — Earlier Academic Appointments
Academic & Research Roles
- Professor of Surgery (Urology) — Alfaisal University College of Medicine, Riyadh
- Member — International Continence Society (ICS) Neurourology Committee
- Past Chair — Saudi Urological Association Local Training Committee
- Principal Investigator — Urinary Bladder Cancer Liquid Biopsy Research Programme
Key Achievements
- 25+ years of clinical and academic experience in adult urology
- Patient recommendation rating 4.4/5 across 252+ reviews
- Pioneer of sacral neuromodulation in Saudi Arabia
- Co-author of two chapters in Springer's Neurourology: Theory and Practice (2nd Edition, 2023)
- Lead author — Arabic-language validated TANGO nocturia questionnaire (2020)
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available for named awards; recognised as Chairman and Professor.
Professional Memberships
- International Continence Society (ICS) — Neurourology Committee
- Saudi Urological Association
- Arab Association of Urology
- European Association of Urology
- American Urological Association
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Altaweel W, Seyam R. Sexual Dysfunction and Fertility in Neurogenic Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction. In: Liao L, Madersbacher H, eds. Neurourology: Theory and Practice, 2nd Edition. Springer Netherlands; 2023.
- Andersson KE, Madersbacher H, Altaweel W, Vasudeva P, Igawa Y. Drug Treatment. In: Liao L, Madersbacher H, eds. Neurourology: Theory and Practice, 2nd Edition. Springer Netherlands; 2023.
- Altaweel W, Alrumayyan M, Seyam R, et al. Arabic language validation of TANGO questionnaire for nocturia. Neurourol Urodyn. 2020;39(8):2146–2152.
- Altaweel WM. Long-term outcome of sacral neuromodulation in patients with idiopathic nonobstructive urinary retention. PMC5532891. 2017.
- Altaweel W, et al. Urinary Incontinence: Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Impact on Health Related Quality of Life in Saudi Women. Neurourol Urodyn. 2012;31(5):642–645.
- Averbeck MA, Altaweel W, Manu-Marin A, Madersbacher H. Management of LUTS in patients with dementia and associated disorders. Neurourol Urodyn. 2017;36(2):245–252.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Neurourology and complex voiding disorders
- Sacral neuromodulation outcomes
- Bladder cancer liquid biopsy and biomarkers
- Female urology and pelvic floor disorders
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Urology Consultation | ₹1,500 – ₹3,000 | $18 – $36 |
| Cystoscopy (Diagnostic) | ₹15,000 – ₹40,000 | $180 – $480 |
| TURP (Prostate Resection) | ₹1,50,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $1,800 – $4,200 |
| Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy | ₹3,50,000 – ₹8,00,000 | $4,200 – $9,600 |
| Laparoscopic / Robotic Nephrectomy | ₹3,00,000 – ₹7,50,000 | $3,600 – $9,000 |
| Sacral Neuromodulation Implantation | ₹2,50,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,000 – $7,200 |
*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. Waleed Altaweel, MD use in Adult Urology (Neurourology & Female Urology) treatment?
Dr. Waleed Altaweel uses advanced neurourology and female urology techniques including sacral neuromodulation (InterStim), comprehensive urodynamics, mid-urethral sling surgery, augmentation cystoplasty, Botox detrusor injection, and pelvic organ prolapse repair. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are available to international patients.
2. What conditions does Dr. Waleed Altaweel, MD specialize in treating?
Dr. Waleed Altaweel specialises in urinary incontinence, neurogenic bladder, overactive bladder, idiopathic urinary retention, pelvic organ prolapse, voiding dysfunction, nocturia, and bladder cancer in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Waleed Altaweel, MD?
Appointments with Dr. Waleed Altaweel, MD 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. Waleed Altaweel, MD?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Waleed Altaweel, MD, 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 counseling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does Dr. Waleed Altaweel, MD offer second opinions for adult urology (neurourology & female urology) cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert urology specialist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
