King Faisal Specialist Hospital, Riyadh – United Arab Emirates
About Dr. Sultan Alkhateeb
Dr. Sultan Alkhateeb is a senior Consultant Uro-Oncologist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with internationally recognised expertise in urological cancer surgery and clinical guideline development. A leading uro-oncologist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, he is a lead author of the Saudi Oncology Society / Saudi Urology Association combined clinical management guidelines for renal cell carcinoma, prostate cancer, urothelial bladder cancer, and testicular germ-cell tumours.Senior Consultant Uro-Oncologist with 20+ years of clinical experiencePatient recommendation rating 4.7/5 across 258+ reviewsLead author — Saudi Oncology Society / SUA combined management guidelines for RCC, prostate, bladder, and testicular germ-cell tumours (2017)Sub-specialty expertise in robotic urological oncologyCo-author of multi-centre research on chromophobe RCC histopathologyQualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences
- Urology Residency — Saudi Board of Urology
- Fellowship in Urological Oncology
Fellowships & Special Training
- Advanced Training in Robotic & Minimally Invasive Uro-Oncology
- International Fellowship — Uro-Oncology
Certifications & Accreditations
- Saudi Commission for Health Specialties Registration
- Saudi Urological Association (SUA) — Member
- Arab Association of Urology (AAU) — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Prostate Cancer
- Kidney Cancer (Renal Cell Carcinoma)
- Bladder Cancer (Urothelial Carcinoma)
- Testicular Germ-Cell Tumours
- Upper-Tract Urothelial Carcinoma
- Penile Cancer
- Retroperitoneal Tumours
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
Sub-specialties
- Uro-Oncology: Surgical management of urological cancers with emphasis on robotic and minimally invasive techniques — a leading uro-oncologist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- Clinical Guideline Development: Lead author of national Saudi clinical management guidelines for the major urological cancers.
- Robotic Urological Oncology: Robot-assisted radical prostatectomy, partial nephrectomy, and radical cystectomy.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy
- Robotic Partial & Radical Nephrectomy
- Radical Cystectomy with Urinary Diversion
- Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Dissection (RPLND)
- Laparoscopic Nephroureterectomy
- Penile Cancer Surgery
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Senior Consultant Uro-Oncologist — King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (Present)
Past Affiliations
- King Abdulaziz Medical City & King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh — Division of Urology, Department of Surgery (Past)
Academic & Research Roles
- Lead Author — Saudi Oncology Society & SUA Guidelines Committee (Multiple Cancer Sites)
- Member — Saudi Urological Association
- Member — Saudi Oncology Society
Key Achievements
- 20+ years of clinical experience in uro-oncology
- Patient recommendation rating 4.7/5 across 258+ reviews
- Lead author of national Saudi management guidelines for renal, prostate, bladder, and testicular cancers
- Co-author on multi-centre RCC histopathology research
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available.
Professional Memberships
- Saudi Urological Association
- Saudi Oncology Society
- Arab Association of Urology
- European Association of Urology
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Alkhateeb S, Alghamdi K, Bazarbashi S, et al. Saudi Oncology Society and Saudi Urology Association combined clinical management guidelines for renal cell carcinoma. Urol Ann. 2016;8(2):136–140.
- Alkhateeb S, Abusamra A, Rabah DM, et al. Saudi Oncology Society and Saudi Urology Association combined clinical management guidelines for prostate cancer. 2017.
- Alharbi H, Alkhateeb S, Murshid E, et al. Saudi Oncology Society and Saudi Urology Association combined clinical management guidelines for urothelial cell carcinoma of the urinary bladder. 2017.
- Alkhateeb S, Bazarbashi S, Alghamdi A, et al. Saudi Oncology Society and Saudi Urology Association combined clinical management guidelines for testicular germ cell tumors. Urol Ann. 2016;8(2):141–145.
- Abouelkhair A, Seyam R, Alkhateeb S, et al. An unexpectedly high prevalence of the chromophobe histopathology subtype in renal carcinoma specimens. Alfaisal University Research Day 2022.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Robotic uro-oncological surgery
- Clinical management guidelines for urological cancers
- Renal cell carcinoma subtype epidemiology
- Bladder and testicular cancer management
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Uro-Oncology Consultation | ₹2,000 – ₹4,000 | $24 – $48 |
| Robotic Radical Prostatectomy | ₹3,50,000 – ₹8,00,000 | $4,200 – $9,600 |
| Radical / Partial Nephrectomy (Robotic) | ₹3,00,000 – ₹7,50,000 | $3,600 – $9,000 |
| Radical Cystectomy with Urinary Diversion | ₹4,50,000 – ₹9,00,000 | $5,400 – $10,800 |
| Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Dissection (RPLND) | ₹3,00,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,600 – $7,200 |
| Penile / Testicular Cancer Surgery | ₹1,50,000 – ₹4,50,000 | $1,800 – $5,400 |
*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. Sultan Alkhateeb use in Adult Urology (Uro-Oncology) treatment?
Dr. Sultan Alkhateeb performs advanced robotic uro-oncology including robot-assisted radical prostatectomy, robotic partial nephrectomy, radical cystectomy with urinary diversion, retroperitoneal lymph node dissection, and laparoscopic nephroureterectomy. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are available to international patients.
2. What conditions does Dr. Sultan Alkhateeb specialize in treating?
Dr. Sultan Alkhateeb specialises in prostate cancer, renal cell carcinoma, bladder cancer, testicular germ-cell tumours, upper-tract urothelial carcinoma, penile cancer, retroperitoneal tumours, and BPH in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Sultan Alkhateeb?
Appointments with Dr. Sultan Alkhateeb 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. Sultan Alkhateeb?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Sultan Alkhateeb, 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. Sultan Alkhateeb offer second opinions for adult urology (uro-oncology) 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 uro-oncology specialist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
