King Faisal Specialist Hospital, Riyadh – United Arab Emirates
About Dr. Naif Alhathal, MD, MSc
Dr. Naif Alhathal, MD, MSc is a Consultant Urologist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, specialising in andrology, male infertility, prosthetic urology, and robotic uro-oncological surgery. A leading andrology-trained urologist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, he is Canadian-fellowship-trained in robotic urology and a co-author of one of the largest Canadian 5-year robot-assisted radical prostatectomy cohort studies.Consultant Urologist with 20+ years of clinical experiencePatient recommendation rating 4.5/5 across 298+ reviewsCanadian fellowship-trained in robotic urology (Hôpital du Sacré-Cœur, Montréal)Co-author on a 722-case Canadian 5-year RARP experience — one of the largest North American cohortsCertificate of Achievement — Wilson's Prosthetic Urology Experts Quiz (Rigicon Academy, Istanbul 2024)Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS / MD (Doctor of Medicine)
- MSc in Urological Sciences
- Urology Residency — Saudi Board / International Equivalent
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship in Robotic Urology — Hôpital du Sacré-Cœur de Montréal / Université de Montréal, Canada
- Fellowship in Andrology & Male Infertility
Certifications & Accreditations
- Saudi Commission for Health Specialties Registration
- Saudi Urological Association — Member
- European Association of Urology — Member
- American Urological Association — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Prostate Cancer
- Male Infertility
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Peyronie's Disease
- Penile Prosthesis & Implants
- Male Hypogonadism
- Varicocele
- Complex Male Urological Reconstruction
Sub-specialties
- Andrology & Male Sexual Health: Evaluation and treatment of male infertility, erectile dysfunction, Peyronie's disease, and hypogonadism — a trusted andrology urologist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- Prosthetic Urology: Penile prosthesis implantation and artificial urinary sphincter surgery, with internationally recognised training.
- Robotic Uro-Oncology: Robot-assisted radical prostatectomy with focused training in functional outcomes.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Penile Prosthesis Implantation (Inflatable & Malleable)
- Microsurgical Varicocelectomy
- Microsurgical Testicular Sperm Extraction (micro-TESE)
- Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy (RARP)
- Peyronie's Disease Reconstructive Surgery
- Artificial Urinary Sphincter Implantation
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Consultant Urologist (Andrology & Robotic Urology) — King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Hôpital du Sacré-Cœur de Montréal, Université de Montréal, Canada — Robotic Urology Fellow
- Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM) — Section of Urology (Research Affiliation)
Academic & Research Roles
- Participant — Robotic Urology & Andrology Clinical Programme
- International speaker at andrology and prosthetic urology meetings
- Certificate of Achievement — Wilson's Prosthetic Urology Experts Quiz, Rigicon Academy, Istanbul (2024)
Key Achievements
- 20+ years of clinical experience in adult urology
- Patient recommendation rating 4.5/5 across 298+ reviews
- Co-author on a 722-case Canadian 5-year RARP cohort study
- Extensive expertise in prosthetic urology and andrology
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Certificate of Achievement — Wilson's Prosthetic Urology Experts Quiz, 1st Rigicon Academy, Istanbul, Turkey (2024)
Professional Memberships
- Saudi Urological Association
- Arab Association of Urology
- European Association of Urology
- Sexual Medicine Society of North America
- Middle East Society for Sexual Medicine (MESSM)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Tholomier C, Bienz M, Hueber PA, El Hakim A, Alhathal N, et al. Oncological and functional outcomes of 722 robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) cases: The largest Canadian 5-year experience. Can Urol Assoc J. 2014.
- Information not publicly available for additional selected publications.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Robotic uro-oncology and RARP outcomes
- Prosthetic urology and artificial urinary sphincter outcomes
- Male infertility and microsurgical andrology
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Andrology Consultation | ₹1,500 – ₹3,500 | $18 – $42 |
| Male Infertility Workup | ₹10,000 – ₹40,000 | $120 – $480 |
| Microsurgical Varicocelectomy | ₹1,00,000 – ₹2,50,000 | $1,200 – $3,000 |
| Testicular Sperm Extraction (TESE / micro-TESE) | ₹1,50,000 – ₹4,00,000 | $1,800 – $4,800 |
| Penile Prosthesis Implantation | ₹2,50,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,000 – $7,200 |
| Artificial Urinary Sphincter Implantation | ₹3,00,000 – ₹6,50,000 | $3,600 – $7,800 |
*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. Naif Alhathal, MD, MSc use in Adult Urology (Andrology & Robotic Urology) treatment?
Dr. Naif Alhathal uses advanced andrology and robotic urology techniques including penile prosthesis implantation, microsurgical varicocelectomy, micro-TESE, robot-assisted radical prostatectomy, artificial urinary sphincter implantation, and Peyronie's disease reconstruction. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are available to international patients.
2. What conditions does Dr. Naif Alhathal, MD, MSc specialize in treating?
Dr. Naif Alhathal specialises in prostate cancer, male infertility, erectile dysfunction, Peyronie's disease, penile prosthesis, male hypogonadism, varicocele, and complex male urological reconstruction in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Naif Alhathal, MD, MSc?
Appointments with Dr. Naif Alhathal, MD, MSc 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. Naif Alhathal, MD, MSc?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Naif Alhathal, MD, MSc, 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. Naif Alhathal, MD, MSc offer second opinions for adult urology (andrology & robotic 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 andrology and urology specialist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
