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Dr. Sami Alassi

Dr. Sami Alassi, the best ENT specialist in Dubai, offers expert care for ear, nose, and throat conditions with over 30 years of experience. He is skilled in nasal, ontological, and head & neck surgeries, including Septoplasty, Rhinoplasty, and Endoscopic sinus surgery. As the Medical Director of Emirates SportsMED, he provides advanced treatment for both adults and children. Dr. Sami graduated from Damascus University and specialized in ENT at Aleppo University.

Education

  • Medical Degree, Damascus University, Syria
  • ENT Specialization, Academic Hospital in Aleppo University

Expertise & Treatments

  • Laryngeal operations and treatment of sore throat, hoarseness of voice, chronic cough, and lumps on the neck
  • Treatment of snoring, sleep apnoea, difficulty in breathing and swallowing
  • Management of Vertigo, Balance disorders and Meniere’s disease
  • Management of Hearing loss, Tinnitus
  • Management of recurrent otitis, serious otitis media and glue ear (grommet insertion).
  • Management and treatment of Oral Hygiene/ bad breath.
  • Management of Salivary glands disorders.
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Diagnostic Endoscopies (nose, pharynx, larynx and ears)
  • Tonsils, Adenoids, and Pharynx surgeries (removal by coblation)
  • Management of blocked nose (adenoids removal, tonsils size reduction, nasal polyps’ removal, and turbinate reduction, septoplasty)
  • Management of nose bleeding (Epistaxis), endoscopic sinus surgery
  • Foreign bodies removal from ears (ear wax excess), nose, pharynx, and larynx

Dr. Riadh Mounayer

Dr. Riadh Mounayer is a distinguished ENT Surgeon with extensive expertise in a wide range of treatments and surgeries. He specializes in procedures such as tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, septoplasty, rhinoplasty, sinus surgery, and more. With a focus on precision and patient-centered care, Dr. Mounayer also manages conditions like allergic rhinitis, nasal polyps, and vocal cord lesions. His comprehensive approach includes advanced techniques in microlaryngoscopy, middle ear surgery, and grommet insertion. Dr. Mounayer is committed to addressing vertigo, hearing disorders, and common ENT emergencies, ensuring thorough diagnostics and effective treatment plans for his patients.

Education

  • CES Special Study, Bordeaux France, Oto- rhino – Laryngologie
  • Audiology Clinic, France, Diploma
  • Micro – Chirurgie Otologique (Otolaryngology), France Diploma
  • University of Damascus, Damascus, Syria, Faculty of Medicine, M.D. Diploma

Membership Bodies

  • Member of French Society
  • Member of Portman Foundation
  • Member of Rhinology Society
  • Comity board of cochlerar in Syria
  • Member of scientific comity board in Syria

Expertise & Treatments

  • Tonsillectomy & Adenoidectomy
  • Allergic rhinitis management
  • Septoplasty, Rhinoplasty and Sinus surgery
  • Nasal polypectomy, nasal turbinate surgery
  • Microlaryngoscopy and Vocal cords lesions excision
  • Middle ear microscopic surgery, Grommet insertion
  • Management of vertigo, dizziness, and balance disorders
  • Hearing tests, audiometry, tympanometry, balance tests
  • Nosebleed (Epistaxis): Management and Treatment
  • Management of Common Foreign Bodies in the Ear, Nose, and Throat

Dr M-Basel Alassi

Dr. Basel Alassi is widely recognized as one of the best ENT specialists in Dubai, boasting over 17 years of extensive clinical experience in both the UAE and Syria. He earned his Master’s Degree in Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery from Aleppo University and pursued further specialization with diplomas in Pediatric Audiology from the University Isabel I de Castilla in Spain and Advanced Vestibular Science from the University of Sharjah.

Dr. Alassi also holds The European Board of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, The Arab Board of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery and MRCS (ENT) From the Royal College of Surgeons of England.

Dr. Alassi’s expertise spans the comprehensive management of ENT conditions, encompassing allergic rhinitis, vertigo, balance disorders, hearing tests, tonsil and adenoid surgeries, nasal obstruction correction, middle ear surgeries, sinus surgeries, and laryngeal procedures. Known for his compassionate care and dedication to patient welfare, Dr. Alassi employs advanced diagnostic and treatment modalities to ensure optimal outcomes for his patients. His proficiency, combined with a patient-centered approach, establishes him as a trusted name in ENT care in Dubai.

Education

  • The European Board of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
  • MRCS (ENT) From the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
  • The Arab Board of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
  • Master’s Degree in Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery from Aleppo University
  • Diploma in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (DO-HNS) From the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
  • Diploma in Pediatric Audiology, University Isabel I de Castilla, Spain
  • Professional Diploma in Advanced Vestibular Science, University of Sharjah, UAE

Membership Bodies

  • Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
  • Fellow of the European Board of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
  • Member of Emirates Medical Association (ENT Society)
  • Member of Syrian Medical Association

Expertise & Treatments

  • Expertise & Treatments
  • Allergic Rhinitis Management, Allergy and Immunotherapy of Allergic Rhinitis & Bronchitis
  • Management of Vertigo, Dizziness and Balance Disorders
  • Hearing Tests: Pure tone Audiometry, Acoustic Immittance tests
  • Tonsils and Adenoids Surgery
  • Nasal Obstruction Correction (Septoplasty, Nasal Polypectomy, Nasal turbinates Surgery, Nose Fractures Manipulation)
  • Middle Ear Microscopic Surgery (Grommet insertion, Myringoplasty, Tympanoplasty, Mastoidectomy).
  • Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS).
  • Microscopic Laryngeal Surgery for vocal cord operations (Nodes, Polyps, Cysts.. etc)
  • Clinical Balance Tests, VNG, VHit, EcochG

Dr. Igor Sankin

Dr. Igor Sankin is a distinguished ENT surgeon with a rich academic background and extensive experience spanning over two decades in the Middle East. He earned his Medical Degree from St. Petersburg State I. Mechnikov Medical Academy in Russia in 1975, followed by a Master of Surgery in Ears, Nose, and Throat (ENT) and a PhD in 1987. Dr. Sankin began his career in the region in 2000, serving as an ENT specialist at the Government Regional Hospital in Yemen and later in Dubai, UAE, where he has worked in various private hospitals and clinics since 2005.

Dr. Sankin is renowned for his deep theoretical knowledge, practical expertise, and passion for advancing ENT surgery. He actively participates in local, regional, and international conferences and educational courses, contributing significantly to the field. Throughout his career, he has also served as an assistant professor, imparting both practical and theoretical knowledge to ENT residents and oncologists. As a member of the North Caucasian Association of Otolaryngologists, Dr. Sankin has published numerous research articles, further enhancing his reputation as a leading ENT surgeon in Dubai.

Education

  • Medical Degree from St.Petersburg State I.Mechnikov Medical Academy, Russia
  • Master of Surgery in Ears, Nose, and Throat (ENT)
  • PhD

Membership Bodies

North Caucasian Association of Otolaryngologists

Expertise & Treatments

  • ENT Surgery (Oropharyngeal)
  • Diagnosis of ENT diseases
  • Thyroid surgery
  • Endoscopic sinus surgery
  • Septoplasty
  • Medical management of nose and sinus disease
  • Medical management and diagnosis of hearing and vestibular disorders

 

Dr Ahmad Bassel Chaykhouny

Education

  • Master Degree in Otorhinolaryngology, University of Nancy, France
  • MD Doctor of Medicine from Aleppo University,  Syria

Membership Bodies

  • Memberships of French & Syrian and Emirates ENT societies

Expertise & Treatments

  • Hearing and Vestibular disorders (over 10,000 cases since 2000)
  • Snoring and Sleep Apnea Syndrome (radiofrequency)
  • Facial palsy, Headache, Migraines, Allergic Rhinitis, Thyroid Disorder, fatigue, Dizziness, and Vertigo
  • Management of voice disorder ( Vocal cords polyps & Nodules )
  • Adenoidectomy
  • Tonsillectomy
  • Adenotonsillectomy
  • Tympanostomy Tubes
  • Tympanoplasty
  • Mastoidectomy
  • Inferior Turbinectomy
  • Septoplasty
  • Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
  • Otoplasty
  • Uvulo-palato-pharyngoplasty
  • Direct laryngoscopy with biopsy
  • Tracheotomy
  • Septorhinoplasty S.R.P
  • Revision Rhinoplasty
  • Microsurgery

Dr Maher Khalil

Dr. Maher brings a wealth of experience exceeding 20 years in the field of Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT), with a substantial portion of his career 11 years dedicated to practice in Germany which includes 6 years working as a consultant ENT surgeon. He has performed thousands of surgeries covering all the fields of ENT, Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Maher completed his medical studies at Damascus University, followed by specialized training in ENT at Tischrin Hospital in Damascus, Syria. Subsequently, he pursued advanced ENT training in Germany at Charite` Campus Benjamin Franklin University Hospital Berlin, Städtisches Klinikum Dessau Academic Teaching Hospital of Martin Luther University of Halle-Wittenberg, and Bad Salzungen Academic Teaching Hospital of the University of Jena and finally Monchengladbach Maria Hilf Hospital.

Accumulating more than 12 years of post-graduation experience as an ENT consultant, Dr. Maher has contributed his expertise to reputable institutions in both Germany and the UAE.

In his most recent role, he served as a Consultant Otorhinolaryngologist and Head and Neck Surgeon at Saudi German Hospital.

Education

  • MD, Germany
  • German Board of Otolaryngology (ENT)
  • Fellow of the German Society of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology, Head & Neck Surgery
  • Fellow of the German Academy for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology, Head and Neck Surgery

Membership Bodies

  • Member of the Nordrhein Medical Association, Germany

Expertise & Treatments

  • Ear Diseases: Hearing loss (Auditory Canal Surgery both Adults and Paediatrics & Advanced Endoscopic Ear Surgeries)
  • Diagnosis & Management of Vertigo & Tinnitus
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Tympanoplasty with Mastoid Surgery
  • Minimally invasive endoscopic operations of the nose and the paranasal sinuses using Navigation System
  • Surgery of the nasal septum and nasal concha
  • Functional and cosmetic nose surgery: Septoplasty/Rhinoplasty
  • Snoring Diagnoses and surgery with laser or radiofrequency treatment
  • Otoplasty
  • Surgery of the salivary glands (Total and Partial Parotidectomy) using neuromonitoring
  • Pediatric Surgery: Removal of parts of the tonsils or complete removal of the tonsils, Adenoidectomy, Myringotomy with Grommets insertion etc.
  • Endoscopic examinations and surgery of the larynx laser associated due to hoarseness, vocal cord polyps, papilloma surgery and vocal cord paralysis
  • Trauma surgery (fractures of the nose, orbital wall fractures, skull base fractures)
  • Tumor surgery (endoscopic removal of throat cancer by laser as well as from the outside inclusive Total and Parietal Laryngoctomie, pharyngeal cancer, oral cancer, neck dissection, skin tumors, tumors of the nose and the paranasal sinuses)
  • All the procedures of ENT surgery and plastic surgery in the head-neck region

Dr Jerome Paris

Prof. Dr. Jerome is an accomplished ENT surgeon with over 20 years of experience. He is highly experienced in Head and Neck Surgery and Oncology, such as in Facial Plastic Surgery and Medicine. He is internationally renowned for his expertise in the management of parotid gland tumors (minimally invasive technique of aesthetic parotidectomy), facial rejuvenation, facial palsy management and rhinoplasty.

Dr. Paris completed his MD from Marseille University in France with academic distinction and national SFORL award. He completed his residency and fellowship program in Marseilles from Marseille school of medicine, University of the Méditerranée, France. He then specialized in Facial Plastic Surgery and Head and Neck Surgery with a fellowship in New York USA at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre in 2004. He has previously practiced at the University Hospital La Timone in Marseilles-France, at the American Hospital of Paris-France as an associate member, and at the Medical Chambers Kensington in London-UK as a consultant. Dr Jérôme Paris is director-professor of Face Aesthetic Masterclass since 2010 (www.face-masterclass.com). He is also director of the international annual conference on Botulinum Toxin since 2015 (www.toxine-botulique.com) and director of the Face2F@ce international conference on aesthetic surgery and medicine in Cannes- France. He has been vice-secretary of the SAMCEP Scientific Society (Société Avancée de Médecine et Chirurgie Esthétique et Plastique).

Dr Paris has published more than 50 scientific articles in various medical international journals. To date, he has participated in over 80 medical congresses in France, Europe and the rest of the world. Dr Paris is a professor and lecturer on surgery in France and abroad. He was appointed honorary professor in Xiamen China.

He speaks fluent English and French and serves in Aix-en-Provence, Marseilles and Paris (France), Moscow (Russia), and Dubai (UAE).

Education

  • MD, Marseille University in France
  • Residency and Fellowship Program, Marseille School of Medicine, University of the Méditerranée, France
  • Specialized in Facial Plastic Surgery and Head and Neck Surgery with a Fellowship,  Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre, USA

Expertise & Treatments

  • Nose and Sinus Disorders
  • ENT Infections
  • Voice Disorders
  • Ear Disorders
  • Neck Tumors and Lumps
  • Parotid Tumors
  • Thyroid Tumors / Nodules
  • Facial Plastic Surgery
  • Skin Tumors and Skin Cancer
  • Facial Cosmetic Medicine
  • ENT Head and Neck Cancer

Dr Abdul Hadi Al-Jassim

Dr. Abdul Hadi Jassim is esteemed as the preeminent Arabic ENT specialist in Dubai, having earned his MBChB degree from Baghdad Medical College and achieving fellowship status with the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS – ENT) in London, Edinburgh, and Ireland. With a distinguished career, Dr. Jassim served as Consultant ENT / Head & Neck Surgeon at University Hospitals of Aintree, Southport, and Ormskirk in Liverpool, UK. He is renowned for pioneering Injection Snoreplasty, a groundbreaking non-surgical treatment for snoring.

Throughout his career, Dr. Jassim has garnered significant recognition, including Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals for his research from the British Society of Day Case Surgery in 2010. He has also held positions such as Member of Faculty and examination advisor for the postgraduate Diploma in ENT surgery at Middlesex University, London. Additionally, he served as a senior ENT consultant adviser to the Lord Swinfen International Telemedicine Society, under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Anne of the UK.

Dr. Jassim’s contributions extend globally, as evidenced by his role as an elected member of the scientific advisory and speaker committee for the World Federation of Otolaryngologic Societies Conference 2023 in Dubai. He is also a prolific author with numerous publications in British, European, and international medical journals. A sought-after speaker, Dr. Jassim frequently addresses various ENT topics at local, national, and international meetings and conferences.

His leadership extends beyond medicine; Dr. Jassim served as president of the South Medical Society in the UK, underscoring his commitment to advancing healthcare and medical education. His expertise and dedication to patient care continue to define him as a leader in the field of ENT surgery, making him a trusted name in Dubai and beyond.

Education

  • MBChB, Baghdad Medical College, University of Baghdad
  • Fellow of Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS – ENT), London
  • Fellow of Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS – ENT), Edinburgh
  • Fellow of Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS – ENT), Ireland
  • Completion Certificate of Speciality Training (CCT) UK

Membership Bodies

  • British ENT Association
  • British Association of Rhinology
  • International Association of Pediatric Otolaryngologist
  • Emirates ENT Society
  • The first President and founder member of the British Society of Arabic Otolaryngology/ head & Neck Surgeon
  • Founder member of Pan-Arabic society for snoring and sleep surgery
  • Founder member and general secretary of Middle east & Asia sleep and snoring surgery society

Expertise & Treatments

  • Snoring & Sleep Disorders
  • Vertigo
  • Tinnitus
  • Bad Breath
  • Voice problems or hygiene in singers and show business
  • Rhinoplasty
  • All Paediatric Ear, Nose & Throat problems
  • Salivary Gland problems
  • Endoscopic Sinus Surgeries
  • Complicated Ear, Nose and Throat problems

Dr Seyedhesam Rahmani

Dr. Seyedhesam Rahmani completed his MBBS and Board-Certified Emergency Medicine Diploma from Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Iran in 2012. Thereafter he was appointed as a specialist at the Department of Emergency Medicine, Urmia University from 2012 – 2015 and at the Department of Emergency Medicine, Ostad Aalinasab Hospital, Tabriz Iran from 2015 till 2020. This has provided him with 9 years of clinical, educational and research experience in the field of Emergency Medicine.

Dr. Seyedhesam has published several articles in peer-reviewed journals as well as poster presentations in international congress and provided many educational seminars and lectures as tutorial to healthcare workers. In the past, he also held other designations such as Hospital Patient Safety Officer, Hospital Incident Command System director and coordinator of morbidity and mortality conferences. He has done ATLS, BLS, ACLS international courses as well as Team physician and high-altitude problems courses by Iranian Sport Medicine Federation.

Education

  • MBBS &  Board-Certified Emergency Medicine Diploma from Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Iran

Expertise & Treatments

  • Airway management
  • Trauma cases
  • Intensive care medicine
  • Sport medicine
  • Point of Care Ultrasound in Emergency Care
  • Environmental disease

Dr Rabeea Altayyar

Dr. Rabeea is a Jordanian board-certified Emergency Medicine specialist.  He has extensive experience of over 10 years in managing emergency and critical cases and has worked with reputed hospitals in Iraq and Qatar before moving to the UAE.

Expertise & Treatments

  • Trauma Cases
  • Critical Care Cases
  • Toxicology Cases
  • Orthopaedic Emergencies
  • Diabetic Emergencies
  • Acute Burn Management

Dr. Hasan Hadad

Dr. Hasan Hadad, Specialist – Emergency Medicine is a seasoned emergency medicine practitioner having years of extensive experience in this field. Dr. Hasan did his Medicine Diploma from Aleppo University, Syria in 1994 and subsequently did his Master’s in Emergency Medicine from Damascus, Syria. He has also completed certification courses in Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support & Fundamental Critical Care. Additionally, he has done FIFA Medical Instruction Course, FIFA Anti Doping Instruction Course. In the past, Dr. Hasan, has worked with reputed Hospitals across Syria and Dubai. His work experience in Dubai includes Rashid Hospital, Al Zahra Hospital & Prime Hospital.

Education

  • Medicine Diploma from Aleppo University, Syria
  • Master’s in Emergency Medicine from Damascus, Syria

Expertise & Treatments

  • Poly Trauma
  • Poly Medicine
  • Critical Care Cases
  • Intensive Care Medicine
  • Sports Medicine
  • Palliative Care
  • Aerospace Medicine
  • Pediatric Emergency

Dr. Serkan Dogan

Dr. Serkan Dogan obtained his MD from Ankara University, Turkey and then completed his Internal Medicine Training at the prestigious Hacettepe University and Acibadem Hospitals Group, Turkey. He further went on to do his Fellowship in Gastroenterology from Erciyes University, Turkey. Dr. Serkan did an elective rotation at Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, USA in Liver Transplantation and Gastroenterology. He also undertook a Fellowship Training in Endoscopic Ultrasonography (approved by American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy) at the IECED in Ecuador.

Dr. Serkan worked with reputed Hospitals in Turkey before joining Emirates Hospital.

Education

  • MD from Ankara University, Turkey
  • Internal Medicine Training at the prestigious Hacettepe University and Acibadem Hospitals Group, Turkey

Fellowships

Fellowship in Gastroenterology,  Erciyes University, Turkey

Expertise & Treatments

  • Interventional Endoscopy (ERCP, Endoscopic Ultrasonography)
  • Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endoscopic Ultrasonography
  • Liver Diseases
  • Pancreatic Disorders
  • Billiary Diseases
  • Colonoscopy Diseases: Inflammatory Bowel Syndrome (Constipation, Diarrhoea) and Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (Ulcerative & Crohn’s Diseases)
  • Rectal Diseases
  • Acute and Chronic Hepatitis
  • Alcoholic and Fatty Liver Disease
  • Stomach and Duodenal Diseases (Gastritis, Duodenitis, Polyps and Peptic Ulcer)
  • Colitis
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disorder (GERD)

Dr Georges El Jammal

Dr. Georges Jammal completed his General Medicine from Lebanese University; Beirut in 1994 following which he pursued his Diploma in Gastroenterology and Hepatology from Dijon University, France. He is a member of the French National Society of Gastroenterology. Prior to joining Emirates Hospital, Jumeirah Dr. Georges has practiced at the NINI Hospital and Notre Dame De La Paix Hospital, Lebanon as the Head of the department. Dr. Jammal has over 15 years of clinical experience. His area of expertise includes Medical Gastroenterology, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endoscopy (Management of GI bleeding/ Digestive Ultrasound) He has several national and international publications, papers, and presentations to his credit. Dr. Jammal can converse in Arabic, English, and French.

Expertise & Treatments

  • Medical Gastroenterology
  • Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endoscopy
  • Management of GI Bleeding
  • Crohn’s Disease
  • GERD
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Swallowing disorders
  • Functional bowel disorders
  • Pancreatic Disorders

Education

  • General Medicine, Lebanese University, Beirut
  • Diploma in Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Dijon University, France

Membership Bodies

  • French National Society of Gastroenterology

Dr Anwar Mohammad

Dr. Anwar Mohammad, a Specialist in Gastroenterology, earned his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Romania, in 2008. Trained in The Netherlands and Romania, he also completed a prestigious one-year fellowship in Advanced Endoscopic procedures at St Antonius Hospital in 2019. Dr. Anwar’s expertise includes ERCP, Endoscopy, Polypectomy, and Stent placement.

Before joining Emirates Hospital, he served as Specialist in Gastroenterology and Hepatology at several Hospitals across the UAE, The Netherlands, and Romania. Dr. Anwar is recognized as a leading gastroenterologist in Dubai, specializing in hepatobiliary and advanced therapeutic endoscopy.

Expertise & Treatments

  • Endoscopy / GI Procedures
  • Pancreatic Diseases
  • GERD
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Indigestion
  • Constipation
  • Gastric Ulcers
  • Duodenal Ulcers
  • Liver Diseases
  • ERCP
  • Capsule endoscopy

Education

  • University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Gr.T. Popa, Iasi, Romania
  • St Spiridon Emergency Hospital, Iasi, Romania
  • St Antonius Ziekenhius Hospital, Utrecht, The Netherlands

Membership Bodies

  • European society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
  • American College of Gastroenterology
  • Romanian Society of Gastroenterology

Dr. Nigel Beejay

Dr. Nigel Umar Beejay is a distinguished Consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist with over 25 years of experience, renowned as the best Gastroenterologist in Dubai. He obtained his medical degree from King’s College, Cambridge University, and pursued postgraduate studies in London, Boston University, and the University of Toronto. Dr. Beejay holds a Master’s in Social and Political Sciences from Cambridge University and specialized degrees in Biomedical Informatics and Medical Hypnosis. He has chaired prestigious committees and teaches internationally on Gastroenterology, Health IT, and Advanced Endoscopy. Dr. Beejay is affiliated with Emirates Hospital Day Surgery in Abu Dhabi and Harley Street, London, and is a member of leading medical associations including the BSG and AGA.

Education

  • Medicine Degree at King’s College, Cambridge University
  • Postgraduate studies in London and Boston University and the University of Toronto
  • Master’s Degree in Social and Political Sciences from Cambridge University
  • Biomedical Informatics Degree from Oregon Health Science University
  • Medical Hypnosis from University College London

Membership Bodies

  • American College of Healthcare Executives and Fellow of the American College of Physicians
  • British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG)
  • American Gastroenterological Association (AGA)
  • American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE)
  • British Medical Association

Expertise & Treatments

  • Nutritional Medicine
  • Upper and Lower Endoscopy
  • Capsule Endoscopy
  • Obesity Management with Intragastric Balloons and Medications
  • Functional Bowel Diseases (IBS, Bloating, Food Intolerances, Constipation)
  • Fatty Liver Disease
  • Celiac and Food Sensitivities
  • Cancer Screening
  • Barrett’s Esophagus
  • Complementary Health Techniques including CBT, Hypnosis

Dr Abdulraheem Khalaf

Dr. Abdulraheem Khalaf is widely recognized as the best gastroenterologist in Abu Dhabi, renowned for his extensive experience and expertise. Graduating from the University of Baghdad, College of Medicine (MB.ChB) in 1972, he pursued further qualifications including MRCP (UK) in 1981 and fellowship from the Royal College of Physician of Edinburgh UK (FRCP Edin) in 1997. With over 30 years of clinical practice spanning Iraq, United Kingdom, Qatar, and United Arab Emirates, Dr. Khalaf has excelled in the field of Gastroenterology.

In the UAE, he has held pivotal roles as a consultant Gastroenterologist and Head of the Endoscopy Unit at Gulf Diagnostic Centre Hospital and Madinat Zayed Hospital in Abu Dhabi. His academic contributions include serving as an assistant professor of Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology at the College of Medicine, Baghdad University.

Dr. Khalaf is distinguished for his comprehensive care and advanced expertise in performing routine and complex endoscopic procedures, such as upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, Capsule Endoscopy, Liver Biopsy, Fibro scan, and management of Obesity through medical treatment or Intragastric Balloon Placement.

As a member and fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of the United Kingdom and Edinburgh College of UK, Dr. Abdulraheem Khalaf continues to uphold the highest standards of gastroenterological care, earning acclaim as the best gastroenterologist in Abu Dhabi. He is fluent in Arabic, making him a preferred choice as an Arabic-speaking gastroenterologist and an expert in Arab gastroenterology.

Education

  • MB.ChB, University of Baghdad, College of Medicine
  • MRCP (UK)
  • Fellowship of Royal College of Physician of Edinburgh UK (FRCP Edin)

Expertise & Treatments

  • Diagnostic and Therapeutic GI Endoscopy Procedures (Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy)
  • Hepatology Management (Fatty liver disease, Viral Hepatitis B and C)
  • Capsule Endoscopy
  • Fibroscan
  • Management of Gastrointestinal bleeding by Sclerotherapy and Band Ligation
  • Removal of Polyps and PEG
  • Treatment of Haemorrhoids

Dr. Sali Aman

Dr. Sali Aman, one of the best family medicine doctors in Dubai, offers comprehensive and compassionate care for all ages. With over 12 years of experience and certifications from MRCGP and MCCEE/MCCQE1, she provides expert family health solutions. Fluent in Arabic and English, Dr. Sali is the Medical Director at Emirates Hospital Clinics The Palm. Book now for top-tier family medical care at Emirates Hospital Group.

Education

  • Graduated from Sana’a University College of Medicine in Yemen
  • Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners – UK (MRCGP)

Expertise & Treatments

  • Emergency Care
  • General Practice / Family Medicine
  • Chronic diseases management including but not limited to: DM, HTN hyperlipidaemia, thyroid disorders etc.
  • Primary health care
  • General Health Check-Up

Dr Nusrat Hassan Naqash

Dr. Nusrat Hassan Naqash is a seasoned and compassionate Family Medicine Specialist with over 25 years of diverse medical experience. She has dedicated the past two decades to providing exceptional healthcare in the UAE, where she has built a loyal patient base. Dr. Nusrat is deeply committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, emphasizing preventive medicine and comprehensive health management for individuals and families, regardless of age or gender.

Dr. Nusrat graduated in Medicine from Government Medical College, Srinagar, India, and thereafter attained the membership of The Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP), UK, underscoring her commitment to continual learning and professional development. She holds licenses to practice as a Family Medicine Specialist from both the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and the UAE Ministry of Health (MoH).

Fluent in English, Arabic, Urdu, and Hindi, Dr. Nusrat has excellent communication skills and brings a culturally sensitive approach to her practice, making her a trusted healthcare provider to a diverse patient population. Whether managing emergency care, chronic disease management, or preventive health, she is known for her excellent interaction skills, a deep understanding of modern medical guidelines, and an unwavering dedication to her goal of improving the health and well-being of her patients.

Expertise & Treatments

As an experienced Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nusrat offers comprehensive and personalized medical care to patients of all ages, addressing a wide spectrum of health conditions. Her areas of expertise include:

Chronic Conditions

  • Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol)
  • Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
  • Diabetes Mellitus
  • Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Thyroid disorders
  • Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome
  • Osteoarthritis and Joint Pain
  • Chronic Fatigue and Dizziness
  • Anemia (Iron Deficiency, Vitamin B12/Folate Deficiency)

Acute Illnesses

  • Colds and Flu
  • Sore Throats (Pharyngitis)
  • Bronchitis and Pneumonia
  • Sinus Infections (Sinusitis)
  • Ear Infections (Otitis Media)
  • Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
  • Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
  • Minor Injuries (cuts, sprains, burns)

Pain Management

  • Back Pain (acute and chronic)
  • Muscle Strains and Sprains
  • Joint Pain and Osteoarthritis
  • Headaches (Migraine, Tension-Type, Cluster)
  • Musculoskeletal Injuries

Preventive Care & Health Screening

  • Routine Health Check-ups (Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, Diabetes)
  • Immunizations and Vaccinations (Adults and Pediatrics)
  • Cancer Screenings (e.g., Breast, Cervical, Prostate)
  • Premarital Screening and Counseling
  • Lifestyle Counseling (Diet, Exercise, Weight Management)

Respiratory Conditions

  • Acute or Chronic Cough
  • Asthma and COPD Management
  • Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever)
  • Sinusitis and Respiratory Infections
  • Bronchitis and Pneumonia

Gastrointestinal Disorders

  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Constipation and Diarrhea
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Stomach Flu and Food Poisoning
  • Abdominal Pain and Bloating

Infectious Diseases

  • Common Viral and Bacterial Infections
  • Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
  • Travel-Related Illnesses and Vaccination Requirements
  • Influenza, Hepatitis, and Tuberculosis Screening

Emergency & Acute Care

  • Handling minor trauma cases
  • Stabilizing patients and providing initial emergency care, including CPR
  • Pain relief

Dr Adel Mahmoud Jibril

Dr. Adel completed his Doctor of Medicine from Odessa National Medical University, Ukraine in 1984. He further obtained Certificate of Specialization in Internal Diseases in 1988 and went on to do his Ph.D in Rheumatology & Physiotherapy in 1991 at Odessa National Medical University, Ukraine as well. He has been granted inventor’s certificate for his invention: “An Apparatus for Hand Function Study” in 1990 from the USSR Sate Committee of Science and Technology.

Dr. Adel is a Fellow of the American College of Rheumatology (FACR), Fellow of the Royal Society of Health London (FRSH) and member of the Association of Arabic Physicians Ukraine, Emirates Medical Association and American College of Physicians.

Dr. Adel has been associated with several reputed hospitals in the UAE. He worked with Zulekha Hospital and International Modern Hospital in Dubai, Ministry of Health – AL Dhaid Hospital & Royal Hospital in Sharjah, Al Noor Hospital in Abu Dhabi to name a few.

He also holds extensive experience of working in Russia and Ukraine with well reputed organizations/hospital which includes Institute of Biocellular Organizaton, International Institute of Trauma and Orthopedics, Russian & Singaporean Joint Venture (Nawras) Hospital and Odessa National Medical University.

Expertise & Treatment

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Ankylosing Spondylitis
  • Autoimmune Rheumatic Diseases
  • Systematic Lupus Erythromatosis (SLE)
  • Psoriatic Arthritis
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Metabolic Bone Diseases
  • Primary Systematic Vasculitides

Dr Maria Awais

Dr. Maria Awais is a specialist in Internal medicine with extensive experience in various fields such as endocrinology, diabetes, and respiratory illnesses. She graduated from one of the most prestigious medical institute in Pakistan, King Edward Medical College in 2005. Since her graduation she has worked in multiple countries including Pakistan, Oman, and UAE. With more than 15 years of experience, Dr Maria brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and expertise. Dr Maria prides herself in being a thoroughly Holistic specialist who pays attention to all aspects of patient care and needs.

Dr. Maria has gained excellent qualification while working as doctor over the last 15 years. She is a member of Royal College of Physicians in both Ireland and Glasgow (MRCPi & MRCPS-Glasgow). She has a post graduate speciality certificate in endocrinology and diabetes from UK (SCE-RCP London). She has also acquired a postgrad diploma respiratory medicine through the Royal College of london.

Most recently she has passed Royal College of Emergency medicine of UK exams (MRCEM) to enhance her ability to deal with emergencies.

Dr. Maria Awais is dedicated to enhancing patient care through continuous education and specialization. Currently pursuing a Masters in Obesity and Weight Management from the University of South Wales, UK, Dr. Awais is committed to staying at the forefront of advancements in healthcare to deliver comprehensive and personalized treatment solutions for her patients.

Dr. Maria is fluent in multiple language including Urdu, Hindi, English. Her multilingual and multicultural background makes her stand out when it comes to communication with patients and understanding of her patients’ personal and cultural needs.

Education

  • Medical Degree, King Edward Medical College, Pakistan
  • MRCPi & MRCPS-Glasgow
  • Post Graduate speciality certificate in endocrinology and diabetes, UK (SCE-RCP London)
  • Postgrad Diploma  in Respiratory Medicine, Royal College of London, UK
  • Membership of royal college of emergency medicine London , UK
  • Master in obesity and weight management , University of south Wales ,UK

Expertise & Treatments

  • Regular health check up
  • Anemia and nutritional deficiencies
  • Acute and chronic infections
  • Allergies
  • Vaccinations
  • Diabetes mellitus
  • Hypertension
  • Hyperlipedemia
  • Obesity, weight management  and metabolic syndrome
  • Cardiovascular diseases
  • Endocrinology and thyroid problems
  • Respiratory Medicine including asthma, bronchitis and COPD
  • Depression and anxiety disorders
  • Emergency medicine
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