Dr. Ala Sharara

Prof. Dr. Ala Sharara is an internationally recognized Professor and Consultant Gastroenterologist at CMC Dubai with 28 years of clinical leadership in inflammatory bowel disease and advanced digestive endoscopy.

He completed his Medical Degree at the American University of Beirut followed by Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology fellowship training at Duke University Medical Center, USA, holding American Board certifications.

Clinical Expertise & Key Focus Areas:

• Advanced clinical management of inflammatory bowel diseases including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis
• High-definition colonoscopy screening, diagnostic endoscopy, and mucosal polypectomy procedures
• Evaluation and specialized therapy for gastroesophageal reflux disease, Barrett's esophagus, and peptic ulcers
• Management of chronic gastrointestinal motility conditions, celiac disease, and irritable bowel syndrome
• Preventative colorectal cancer screening programs and therapeutic endoscopy protocols

Prof. Dr. Ala Sharara champions academic excellence and individualized therapeutic strategies to optimize digestive wellness and long-term disease remission.