Dr Belma is a highly experienced and award winning Endocrinologist and Diabetologist having more than 26 years of rich experience as a practicing physician.

Dr Belma completed the Faculty of Medicine in Yugoslavia in 1989. She passed the internal medicine exam in 1996 after 4 years of the specialization program. She finished post graduate studies in 1997, obtaining a Master of Science Degree.  Dr. Belma also completed the doctoral degree in the field of Diabetology in 2005. In 2010, she passed the Endocrinology & Diabetology specialization exam. She was elected as Assistant Professor at the Medical University of Sarajevo in 2006 and 5 later she was promoted to Associate Professor.

Dr Belma has been treating patients with diabetes and endocrine disorders since 1990 and worked as the Head of Endocrinology Department for 8 years. She has made major contributions while working in government & private practice, and she has been extremely successful in the treatment of patients suffering from diabetes, obesity & endocrine diseases.

She has also written a number of scientific papers and a book about prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. As the key opinion leader for international pharmaceutical companies in Bosnia and Herzegovina, she had been engaged as a speaker a regional and national symposiums. She was the president and organizer of The First Diabetes Congress in Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Achievements & Awards

America Embassy Sarajevo, Certificate of Appreciation awarded to Dr Belma Ascic Buturovic for superior customer service, dedication, professionalism and exceptional medical care and support to U.S Embassy Sarajevo, December 2013

Treatment & Expertise

• Reproductive Disorders
• Menstrual Irregularities
• Adrenal Glands Disorders
• Hyperandrogenism
• Male & Female Infertility
• Thyroid Gland Disorder
• Thyroid Nodule Treatment
• Parathyroid Gland Evaluation and Treatment of Thyroid and Parathyroid Tumors
• Extensive Experience in Treatment of Neuroendocrine Tumors, MEN 1,2 Adrenal Gland Tumors
• Diabetes type 1and 2
• Gestational diabetes
• Obesity and Metabolic Disorder, PCOS

Asmaa Refaie Mohamady is a dedicated physiotherapist at Emirates Specialty Hospital, specializing in personalized rehabilitation and physical therapy to enhance patient recovery and mobility.

Education degree:

• Bachelor’s degree of physical therapy 2015 from Egypt-October 6 university
• Master’s degree 2022 of woman’s health physiotherapy from Cairo University.
• Professional diploma in personal nutrition from Shaw academy.
• Member of the Egyptian Medical Association for the study of obesity.

Certifications:

• Dry needing practitioner diploma from prime physio
• Cervical spine Management class from prime physio
• Certification from Stanford University School of Medicine in Pain Management: pain physical therapy.
• Certification of myofascial release and manipulation from ultra physio
• Certification of McKenzie and mulligan techniques from ultra physio
• Certification injuries and kinesiology from ultra physio
• Certification of Ultra physio of Dry cupping.
• Certification of clinical obesity management from ultra physio
• Sports injuries certification from knowledge bridge.

Dr. Ihsan Kommouna is a highly skilled Consultant Gastroenterology and Hepatology, with over 17 years of extensive experience. He has worked in several prestigious hospitals in Germany, Yemen, Iraq, and the UAE.

His expertise includes advanced procedures such as stent applications and stone removal, as well as both diagnostic and select therapeutic interventions. Dr. Kommouna is proficient in various techniques, including endoscopic obesity management, esophago-gastro-duodenoscopy (EGD) procedures like variceal ligation and tumor dilatation, and colonoscopy interventions such as polypectomy and stent placements.

In addition to his procedural skills, Dr. Ihsan Kommouna has a strong focus on comprehensive hepatology, addressing a range of liver diseases. He is particularly interested in treating Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) by implementing the latest guidelines in its management.

Education

• Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology, Facharzt (German Board) for Internal Medicine & Gastroenterology, Rhineland-Palatinate
• Internal Medicine, Facharzt (German Board) for Internal Medicine, North-Rhine Chamber of Physicians, Germany
• Chamber of Physicians, Germany
• Emergency Medicine, North-Rhine Chamber of Physicians, Germany
• M.B.Ch. B,Al-Mustansiryah University, College of Medicine, Iraq

Expertise and Treatments

• Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
• Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
• Interventional esophago-gastro-duodenoscopy EGD
• Interventional colonoscopy
• GI bleeding management
• FB removal
• Obesity treatments with intragastric balloon & endoscopic treatments
• Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
• Enteroscopy
• Capsule Endoscopy
• Trans-abdominal ultrasound
• Hepatology

Dr. Anazhan Tulepbergenova is an experienced Russian Speaking General Practitioner from Kazakhstan, now available for consultation at Emirates Hospitals Clinic in Palm. A highly motivated and team-oriented professional, she graduated from a medical university in Moscow, Russia. As a physician cardiologist, Dr. Tulepbergenova has treated a variety of cardiovascular conditions in Kazakhstan and has also served as a lecturer assistant at a medical university. With recent experience in Doha, Qatar, she is familiar with GCC treatment practices and is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care.

Expertise

• Acute and Chronic Illness Management:
• Diagnose and treat illnesses such as infections, colds, flu, and chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and anemia.
• Health Screening and Check-ups: Routine general check-ups, including blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol testing, diabetes screening (HbA1c), and general wellness exams.
• Lifestyle Counseling: Offer advice on nutrition, exercise, stress management, and preventive health strategies to promote long-term well-being.
• Chronic Condition Management:
  • Long-term care and monitoring of conditions like:
  • Hypertension: Regular BP checks, medication adjustments, lifestyle interventions.
  • Diabetes: Glucose monitoring, medication, dietary advice, and lifestyle modifications.
  • Metabolic Syndrome: Weight management, lipid control, blood sugar regulation.
  • Anemia: Iron supplementation, investigation of underlying causes.
• Preventive Care and Immunizations:
  • Provide preventive care strategies to reduce the risk of future illness
  • Administer vaccines such as flu shots and others based on patient age and health conditions.

Education

• Bachelor of Science: Physician (MD)
  First Moscow Medical University named after I.M. Sechenov, Moscow, Russia
• Internship: General Practitioner, Internal Medicine
  First Moscow Medical University named after I.M. Sechenov, Moscow, Russia
• Residency: Physician Cardiologist
  First Moscow Medical University named after I.M. Sechenov,  Moscow, Russia
• Master of Medical Science
  Kazakhstan Medical University “KSPH,” Almaty, Kazakhstan

Dr. Eissan Ragab is a highly experienced Specialist Dermatologist with a distinguished career spanning over 15 years in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt. She specializes in a wide range of dermatological and aesthetic procedures, with expertise in anti-aging medicine, cosmeceuticals, and the management of skin conditions.

Dr. Eissan is adept in diagnosing and treating medical skin conditions such as acne vulgaris, post acne pigmentation and scarring. She utilizes dermoscopy for diagnosing skin conditions,  and for skin cancer screening. Her deep understanding of aesthetic dermatology is complemented by her ability to perform a variety of non-surgical cosmetic procedures, ensuring personalized and effective treatment plans for each patient.

Dr. Eissan’s core competencies include advanced aesthetic treatments such as Botox, dermal fillers, non-surgical rhinoplasty, collagen biostimulators and nonsurgical thread lifting. She is also proficient in performing various laser procedures including fractional laser (E-Co2 and Erbium), vascular lasers, and lasers for treatment of pigmentation. Her extensive experience with cutting-edge technologies like HIFU (Ulthera), microneedling radio-frequency, DMS machines and chemical peels makes her a sought-after expert in skin rejuvenation and tightening.

Expertise & Treatments

• Anti-Aging Medicine & Cosmetology
• Rosacea. (Medical and LASER management)
• Melasma and pigmentation disorders
• Anti-ageing Injections
• Dermal Fillers
• Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty
• Collagen Biostimulators injections
• Acne Vulgaris Management
• Dermoscopy for Skin Cancer Screening
• Mesotherapy
• Derma-Rollers
• Laser Procedures
• Microneedling Radiofrequency for Skin Tightening
• Cryotherapy
• Electrocautery for Skin Lesions
• Chemical Peeling and Cosmetic Peels
• Thread face lifting
• HIFU Technology for Skin Lifting and Tightening ( Ulthera)

Education

• MBBCh, MD – Dermatology, Andrology & Venereology
• American Board Certified in Anti-Ageing Medicine

Dr Rabah is a highly skilled and experienced Specialist in Internal Medicine, with over two decades of experience across various healthcare settings in the Middle East. His expertise spans acute and chronic medical conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, gastrointestinal disorders, cardiac conditions, and complex cases in the ICU and ER. Dr. Rabah has a strong clinical background, excellent diagnostic skills, and a commitment to providing patient-centered care. He has worked at leading medical institutions in the UAE, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt, contributing significantly to patient health outcomes and the clinical training of junior medical staff.

Areas of Expertise

• Management of chronic diseases including diabetes, hypertension, and dyslipidemia.
• Acute medical conditions such as respiratory tract infections, gastrointestinal bleeding, and electrolyte disturbances.
• Emergency response and management of critically ill patients.
• ICU care and complex case management.

Education & Qualifications

• MRCP UK
• MBBCh, Alexandra University Egypt
• MSc, Internal Medicine, Alexandra University Egypt
• PG diploma in healthcare management and leadership, Westford University – UK
• Valid license basic and advanced cardiac life support

Certifications & Continued Professional Development:

• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
• Postgraduate Diploma in Hospital Care Management and Leadership from the UK.
• Regular attendee of professional conferences such as the Emirates Diabetes & Endocrine Congress (EDEC).

Dr. Francesca is a distinguished medical professional with over 27 years of experience. She graduated with honors in both her MD and specialization in infectious diseases from the University of Verona, Italy. Her research has primarily focused on viral hepatitis, liver diseases, HIV infection, and rare diseases, and she has authored over 100 publications in international peer-reviewed journals.

Dr. Francesca has been associated with several prestigious hospitals throughout her career. Notably, she served as an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at Nazarbayev University School of Medicine. Prior to that, she was a Senior Lecturer in Internal Medicine at the University of Botswana’s Faculty of Medicine from 2009 to 2015, where she also held key positions as Assistant Program Director in Internal Medicine (2014-2015) and Head of the Department of Medicine at Princess Marina National Referral Hospital (2012-2015). Before joining the University of Botswana, she worked as a consultant physician in the Departments of Infectious Diseases and Emergency Medicine in Italy.

Education

• MD & Specialization in Infectious Diseases, University of Verona, Italy

Expertise & Treatments

• Adult & Children vaccination including Covid-19 Vaccination, Post covid-19 complications
• Travel Clinic- Guidance for international travelers, Pre-travel assessments providing vaccines and prophylactic medications
• Infectious Disease Management & Counseling:
  • Antibiotic Stewardship: Consultation for Antibiotic Management of Multi-Drug Resistant Bacterial diseases.
• Testing Services for TB, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis C, Hepatitis B, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Chlamydia, Rapid Blood HIV
• Prevention/ Education for TB, Hepatitis, Sexually Transmitted Diseases
• Care & Treatment Services for Pre & Post Exposure Prophylaxis for STD

Dr. Hussain is a distinguished Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon with over two decades of experience. He completed a clinical fellowship in craniofacial surgery at the University of Toronto and holds two additional fellowships from the same institution—one in Pediatric Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and another in Orthognathic and Reconstructive Surgery.

Education  

• Saudi Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
• Canadian Fellow Shipcraniofacial Surgery
• Canadian Fellowship in Orthognathic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Canadian Fellowship of Pediatric Maxillofacial Surgery

Expertise & Treatments

• Orthognathic & Reconstructive Surgery
• Craniofacial Trauma
• Dental Implants & Bone Graft
• Craniofacial Congenital Anomaly like Cleft Lip & Palate
• Temporomandibular Joint Disease  & Surgery
• Pathology Tumor or Cyst of Craniofacial Region
• Craniofacial Infection

The Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at Emirates Hospitals Group is committed to delivering top-notch care for patients with conditions affecting the mouth, jaws, face, and neck.

Occupational Therapist with over two years of experience specializing in pediatrics, Shahnaz has developed a strong expertise in working with children. She has also been recognized as a Master Trainer for children with neurological disorders. Her extensive background and diverse skill set, combined with her experience working in multidisciplinary teams, enable her to achieve exceptional results for her patients.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, Santosh Medical College, India
• Master of Occupational Therapy, Mahatma Gandhi University, India

Expertise & Treatments 

• Pediatrics
• Sensory Integration Techniques
• NDT Techniques
• Neurological Disorders
• Behavior Management

Physiotherapist With over 8 years of clinical experience. Rathika has developed a reputation for delivering effective treatment plans across India and the UAE. Her broad expertise and versatile skills allow her to deliver outstanding results for her patients. Rathika also holds a Diploma in Yoga Therapy, further enhancing her holistic approach to physiotherapy.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, Dr. MG R Medical University in India

Certifications

• Certification in Osteopathic Spinal Manipulation by Jimmy Michael
• Certification in Spinal Manipulation and mobilization
• Certification in Soft Tissue Manipulation
• Certification in Dry Needling

Expertise & Treatments 

• Mobilization Techniques
• Spinal Manipulation
• Kinesio Taping
• Dry Needling
• Cupping Therapy

Dr. Ashish Paul – Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon in Dubai with over 15 years of extensive clinical experience, Dr. Ashish Paul specializes in treating various musculoskeletal conditions, including back pain, knee pain. He is particularly adept at managing knee pain resulting from osteoarthritis, employing advanced techniques such as Injection therapy, which shows enhanced efficacy when combined with steroid treatments.

Dr. Ashish is an expert in pain management related to bones and joints, and he performs trauma and knee replacement surgeries with a focus on improving his patients’ quality of life and functional outcomes. He is well-versed in handling routine, emergency, and elective orthopedic procedures, ensuring comprehensive care.

He graduated and completed his post-graduation in Orthopedics from the esteemed Christian Medical College and Hospital in Ludhiana, where he also served as an Assistant Professor, contributing to the education and training of future surgeons. As a Senior Consultant in Orthopedics in India, he has achieved remarkable success in knee replacement surgeries and is actively involved in regenerative orthopedics, including high tibial osteotomies, cartilage repair, and Injection Therapies.

Recently, Dr. Ashish Paul has joined Emirates Hospitals Clinic in Business Bay, where he continues his commitment to providing exceptional orthopedic care.

Expertise

• Treatment of Back Pain
• ⁠Treatment for Knee Pain
• Treatment for Osteoarthritis
• Knee injections and PRP therapy
• Pain Management for Bones and Joints
• Trauma Surgery
• Knee Replacement
• Routine, Emergency, and Elective Orthopedic procedures
• Dealing with all types of injuries related to musculoskeletal region

Dr. Nathalie E. Chalhoub is an American Board-Certified Consultant Rheumatologist with extensive experience gained in renowned medical institutions across the USA, Lebanon, and the UAE. Dr. Nathalie obtained her Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from the American University of Beirut, Lebanon. Subsequently, Dr. Nathalie completed her residency in Internal Medicine at The University of Toledo, Ohio, USA, followed by a Rheumatology Fellowship at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and Medical Center, Ohio, USA.

Dr. Nathalie’s academic excellence is reflected in her completion of an advanced fellowship in rheumatology and outcomes research and a Master of Science degree in clinical and translational research (MSc) from the University of Cincinnati. Dr. Nathalie has published numerous research articles in international peer-reviewed medical journals.

Dr. Nathalie is a member of the American College of Rheumatology, the Emirates Society of Rheumatology and the Lebanese Society of Rheumatology.

Before working in Dubai, Dr. Nathalie worked as a consultant rheumatologist at Saint George Hospital University Medical Center in Beirut, Lebanon, where she was also involved in teaching medical residents and students.

Expertise & Treatments

• Rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, crystal-induced arthropathies (gout and pseudogout), spondyloarthritis, osteoarthritis
• Systemic autoimmune/connective tissue diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus, scleroderma/systemic sclerosis, Sjogren’s syndrome, mixed connective tissue disease
• Inflammatory muscle diseases such as dermatomyositis and polymyositis
• Vasculitis and Polymyalgia Rheumatica
• Autoinflammatory diseases such as Familial Mediterranean Fever
• Osteoporosis
• Peri-articular disorders such as bursitis and tendonitis
• Diagnostic and therapeutic intra-articular injections, soft tissue injections and joint aspirations

Education & Qualifications

EDUCATION & TRAINING (RESIDENCY AND FELLOWSHIPS)

• Doctor of Medicine (MD), American University of Beirut, Lebanon
• Internal Medicine Residency, The University of Toledo, Ohio, USA
• Rheumatology Fellowship, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and Medical Center, Ohio, USA.
• Advanced Fellowship in Rheumatology and Outcomes Research, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and Medical Center, Ohio, USA.
• Master of Science (MSc) in clinical and translational research, University of Cincinnati, Ohio, USA

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS 

• American Board-Certified in Rheumatology
• American Board-Certified in Internal Medicine

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

• Member and Fellow of the American College of Rheumatology (ACR)
• Member of the Emirates Society of Rheumatology (ESR)
• Member of the Emirates Medical Association (EMA)
• Member of the Lebanese Society of Rheumatology (LSR)

Publications

1. Glucocorticoids pharmacology and their application in the treatment of childhood-onset systemic lupus erythematosus. Deng J, Chalhoub NE, Sherwin CM, Li C, Brunner HI.Semin Arthritis Rheum. 2019 Oct;49(2):251-259. doi: 10.1016/j.semarthrit.2019.03.010. Epub 2019 Mar 16.PMID: 30987856
2. International Consensus for the Dosing of Corticosteroids in Childhood-Onset Systemic Lupus Erythematosus With Proliferative Lupus Nephritis. Chalhoub NE, Wenderfer SE, Levy DM, Rouster-Stevens K, Aggarwal A, Savani SI, Ruth NM, Arkachaisri T, Qiu T, Merritt A, Onel K, Goilav B, Khubchandani RP, Deng J, Fonseca AR, Ardoin SP, Ciurtin C, Kasapcopur O, Jelusic M, Huber AM, Ozen S, Klein-Gitelman MS, Appenzeller S, Cavalcanti A, Fotis L, Lim SC, Silva RM, Miramontes JR, Rosenwasser NL, Saad-Magalhaes C, Schonenberg-Meinema D, Scott C, Silva CA, Enciso S, Terreri MT, Torres-Jimenez AR, Trachana M, Al-Mayouf SM, Devarajan P, Huang B, Brunner HI; Childhood Arthritis and Rheumatology Research Alliance Lupus Nephritis Work Group and the Pediatric Rheumatology European Society Lupus Working Party.Arthritis Rheumatol. 2022 Feb;74(2):263-273. doi: 10.1002/art.41930. Epub 2022 Jan 4.PMID:
3. A Man With a Nonblanchable Purpuric Rash. Chalhoub NE, Kaw D, Nagaraja V.JAMA. 2017 Jun 13;317(22):2329-2330. doi: 10.1001/jama.2017.4954.PMID: 28609516
4. Depression-, Pain-, and Health-Related Quality of Life in Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus. Chalhoub NE, Luggen ME.Int J Rheumatol. 2022 May 5;2022:6290736. doi: 10.1155/2022/6290736. eCollection 2022.PMID:
5. Renal Papillary Necrosis Due to Invasive Candida Infection in a Morbidly Obese Patient. Chalhoub NE, Riley K, Siddiqui N, Assaly R, Shahrour K, Booth R, Duggan J.J Urol. 2015 Oct;194(4):1107-8. doi: 10.1016/j.juro.2015.07.036. Epub 2015 Jul 13.PMID: 26184064
6. How to treat ankylosing spondylitis and nonradiographic axial spondyloarthritis. Key practical messages from the 2015 American College of Rheumatology recommendations. Uthman I, Noureldine MH, Arayssi T, Chalhoub NE, Akl EA.Pol Arch Med Wewn. 2016 Mar 24;126(4):254-61. doi: 10.20452/pamw.3337. Epub 2016 Mar 24.PMID: 27025863
7. A 29-Year-Old Woman With Acute Respiratory Failure and Eosinophilic Lung Disease. Chalhoub NE, Hernandez DA.Am J Ther. 2017 Jul/Aug;24(4):e488. doi: 10.1097/MJT.0000000000000484.PMID: 27574938
8. Chalhoub NE, Luggen ME. Screening for cognitive dysfunction in systemic lupus erythematosus: the Montreal Cognitive Assessment Questionnaire and the Informant Questionnaire on Cognitive Decline in the Elderly. Lupus 2019. 28(1): 51-8. PMID: 30482092

Mrs. Aysha Nasrin has over 6 years of experience in Physiotherapy over leading hospitals in India.

Education

Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT), TNDRMGR Medical University, India

Certifications & Professional Memberships

• Member of Indian Association of Physiotherapy (MIAP)
• Dubai Health Authority (DHA)
• Certified IASTM Therapist
• Certified tapping
• Certified Manual Therapy from Udemy
• Certified Orthopedic Upper & Lower Extremity Assessment (Physiotutors)
• Certified in Schroth Method for Scoliosis
• Certified In Pelvic Floor Rehab

Expertise & Treatment

• Pre & Post Operative Orthopedic management
• Orthopedic assessment and management
• Myofascial release techniques
• Soft tissue mobilization and manipulation
• IP & OP management

Dr.Badsha trained at the University of California Los Angeles, is American Board-Certified in Internal Medicine, Rheumatology, and Certified in Musculoskeletal ultrasound by the American College of Rheumatology. She is regarded as of the best Rheumatologist in Dubai and has almost three decades of experience as a Rheumatologist across three countries – the USA, Singapore and UAE. Dr.Badsha has worked and taught medical students and doctors at various schools and hospitals including Harvard, Tufts and National University of Singapore. She has conducted multiple clinical studies and published more than 50 papers in major peer-reviewed journals and 2 chapters in textbooks.

Dr.Badsha has chaired the IIRME Arab Health Rheumatology conference for 5 years and a yearly Women’s health conference, in addition to organizing and chairing various international conferences.

Dr.Badsha is co-chair of International Affairs for the Asia Pacific League for Rheumatology (APLAR). She was the Secretary (2008-2010) and Founding Member of the Emirates Society of Rheumatology. Dr.Badsha has continuously demonstrated excellence in patient care across the globe, winning the Patient’s Choice Award Massachusetts, USA, for 3 consecutive years, the Doctify award for excellence in patient care in UAE 2021, Health awards Consultant of the year 2023, and Forttuna Global Excellence awards Physician of the year Middle East 2023. Her commitment to patient care led to her founding the Middle East Arthritis Foundation in 2006 to increase awareness of arthritis, and support those who have this chronic condition. She is the Vice Chairperson of the Foundation and has directed fund-raising and operations since 2006. In 2020 the Foundation received the first place award for innovation from the Ministry of Health UAE. The Foundation is consistently active in supporting patients and organizing yearly events such as World Arthritis Week and an annual Arthritis Walk.

Education

• American Board Certified Rheumatology
• American Board Certified Internal Medicine
• RhMUS Certified in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
• Rheumatology Fellowship at UCLA (University of Los Angeles, LA, California)
• Internal Medicine Residency at University of Connecticut (Farmington, CT USA)
• MBBS at Madras Medical College, University of Madras, Chennai, India
• Fellow American College of Rheumatology
• Fellow Academy of Medicine Singapore

Expertise & Treatment

• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Psoriatic Arthritis
• Fibromyalgia
• Gout
• Osteoporosis
• Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
• Sjogren’s Syndrome & Scleroderma
• Spondyloarthritis (or Seronegative Spondyloarthritis) or SPA

Dr. Hani Abdul Salam is a highly skilled and experienced oral and maxillofacial surgeon. He graduated as an oral and maxillofacial surgeon from the University of Toronto, and completed his PhD studies at McGill University, Canada. He is regarded as one of the best Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons in Dubai.

Dr. Hani’s scope of private practice includes at Emirates Hospitals Group includes 3D guided implant surgery, surgical extractions or exposures of impacted teeth, bone grafting, orthognathic surgery, treatment of maxillofacial fractures, cysts, tumors, infections and TMJ disorders.

Currently, Dr. Hani is an Adjunct Professor at McGill University and Shriners Hospital in Montreal, and a faculty member at the University of Toronto, Canada. He is also a part-time Professor at Gulf Medical University in UAE and the Director of the World Dental Federation Continuing Education Program for the Middle East.

Dr Hani is the former Director of the Postgraduate Oral Surgery and Implantology Program at MBHU in UAE, the former Director of McGill University Continuing Dental Education in the Middle East & North Africa, and the former Education Delegate of the International team of Implantology of the Middle East Section.

Dr. Hani is actively involved in research and has published in peer-reviewed journals, and he is a sought-after speaker at international conferences.

Passionate about his work, Dr. Hani believes in providing exceptional care to his patients. He places great emphasis on attention to detail and treats his patients with compassion, empathy, and honesty. His dedication to the field and commitment to excellence make him a highly respected and trusted oral and maxillofacial surgeon.

Education

• B.Sc., Faculty of Health Sciences, American University of Beirut, Lebanon
• M.Sc., Faculty of Medicine, American University of Beirut, Lebanon
• DDS, Faculty of Dentistry, Lebanese University, Lebanon
• Ph.D., Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences, McGill University, Canada
• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Anaesthesia, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, Canada

Expertise & Treatments

• Dental Implants (including 3D computer-guided planning and placement of dental implants)
• Extractions (regular, surgical)
• Extraction of impacted teeth: wisdom teeth
• Exposure of impacted teeth (canines, premolars)
• Bone grafting
• Temporomandibular joint (TMJ): Jaw pain on opening and closing the mouth
• Oral pathology: jaw cysts, tumors or lesions in the gum or bone
• Infections: swelling of the jaw and face
• Trauma: jaw fracture
• Orthognathic surgery: alignment of the jaws
• General anesthesia / Conscious sedation (nitrous oxide)

With a wealth of experience, Dr. Juratli is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and holds fellowship degrees from all four Royal Colleges of Surgeons in the UK and Ireland. He served as a Consultant Otorhinolaryngologist, Head and Neck Surgeon at the University Hospitals of Leicester, UK (Leicester Royal Infirmary – LRI), for 12 years. Dr. Juratli also contributed as a lecturer and examiner for the final OSCE exam at Leicester Medical School. Additionally, he was an Associate Professor and examiner at Damascus University and Al Moasat Hospital between 1995 and 2003. He is regarded on as one of best ENT experts in Dubai.

Dr Juratli has performed over 2,000 rhinoplasty procedures, including 406 at Leicester Royal Infirmary (LRI) in the UK. He has completed more than 400 functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) cases during his job as a consultant ENT Surgeon at LRI- UK from 2003 to 2016. Since he started as a consultant ENT Surgeon in Leicester-UK in 2003 and until he relocated his job to the UAE in 2016, Dr Juratli’s UK logbook showed 215 major ear surgical cases, including Mastoidectomy, Ossiculoplasty and Stapedectomy, 42 Stapedectomy.  Dr Juratli has specialized in ventral endonasal endoscopic skull base surgery and lateral skull base surgery and performed advanced surgery between 1995 and 2003, including end-stage Glomus Jogularis tumour. He did more than 2000 cases of Adenotonsillectomy, around 920 Mastoidectomies and ossiculoplasty in total, and he managed his paediatric airway efficiently. He speaks at three major country conferences about paediatric Acute Otitis Media and Allergic Rhinitis in Children.

He has performed over 1000 Rhinoplasty procedures, always striving for high patient satisfaction. In addition, he has conducted advanced Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery and all the aforementioned ENT surgeries on a daily basis. He is currently running a high-traffic clinic at NMC-Royal, Sharjah, ensuring that every patient receives the attention and care they deserve.

Dr. Juratli actively taught undergraduate and postgraduate trainees clinical and surgical skills at Damascus University. As a lecturer and Associate Professor at the medical school and Al Moassat University Hospital, he provided ongoing, hands-on training in surgical and clinical skills during outpatient and theatre sessions for postgraduate students. He was also a faculty member at Damascus Medical School and was an examiner for fourth-year students during their final ENT viva exams. Additionally, he acted as an examiner and research sponsor for the ENT Postgraduate Master’s Degree thesis and final award.

Education

• FRCS (ORL-HNS) England
• DLO (0RL-HNS) England
• M.Sc, Damascus University Hospitals, Al Moasat, Damascus, Syria
• MD, Damascus University, Medical School, Damascus, Syria

Memberships

• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
• Fellowship Degrees from all 4 Royal College of Surgeons of the UK and Ireland
• Member of the Faculty of Damascus Medical School

Expertise & Treatments

• Rhinoplasty/ Primary/ Revision/ Rib Cartilage/ Ear pinna cartilage grafts/ Augmented Rhinoplasty
• Ear Pinna Plasty and Bat Ears
• Ventral Endonasal Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery & Lateral Skull Base Surgery
• Tympanoplasties, Stapedotomy
• Rhinology, Otology & Pediatric ENT
• Parotidectomies, Submandibular Gland Resections
• Removal of Branchial & Thyroglossal Cysts
• Benign Vocal Card Lesions (Microlaryngoscopically, Comprehensive & Non-comprehensive Neck Dissection Surgery)
• Total & Partial Laryngectomies
• Adenotonsillectomy, Mastoidectomy & Ossiculoplasy & Pediatric Airway Management

With over 37 years of experience, Dr. Said Hamdoun is a highly respected Consultant Rheumatologist, known for his expertise in the diagnosis and management of rheumatic and musculoskeletal disorders. He brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and a patient-centered approach to his practice at Emirates Hospital Clinics – Dubai Marina and Emirates Hospital Day Surgery, Abu Dhabi.

Education:

• Graduated from university of Aleppo, Faculty of Medicine (M.D) 1978
• (A.E.S) Vertebral-Therapy & Medicine Manual from Claude-Bernard University, Lyon France 1985
• (C.E.S) Rheumatology from Claude-Bernard University, Lyon France 1986

Clinical Expertise

• Immune chronic articular diseases such as Rheumatoid Arthritis, Systemic Lupus, Scleroderma, and other autoimmune articular diseases
• Inflammatory vertebral diseases such as ankylosing spondylitis
• Autoimmune Systemic Vasculitis such as Temporal Arthritis and Bechet disease
• Metabolic Rheumatic diseases such as Gout and Pseudogout
• Degenerative Articular diseases & Muscle diseases
• Low back pain, Osteoporosis, Osteomalacia and Vitamin D depletion
• Familial and hereditary rheumatic diseases in children, Mediterranean fever
• Soft tissues diseases (tendon and ligament)
• Latest treatment of chronic diseases and biological treatment for autoimmune rheumatic diseases