Dr. Nazim AL Rifai

Dr. Nazim AL Rifai is an accomplished Specialist General Surgeon and Adjunct Assistant Professor of Surgery practicing at Al Zahra Hospital, Dubai. With two decades of surgical practice across Syria, Ireland, and the UAE, he performs diverse minimally invasive gastrointestinal and general surgical interventions.

Dr. AL Rifai earned his Medical Degree (MD) followed by specialty surgical residency and Collegiate Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (MRCS).

Clinical Expertise & Key Focus Areas:

• Minimally invasive laparoscopic cholecystectomy for symptomatic gallstones and acute cholecystitis
• Laparoscopic and open surgical repairs for inguinal, umbilical, epigastric, and incisional abdominal hernias
• Emergency general surgery for acute appendicitis, bowel obstruction, and perforated peptic ulcers
• Proctology interventions for hemorrhoids, anal fissures, perianal abscesses, and pilonidal sinus disease
• Supervision of post-operative surgical wound recovery, multimodal pain relief, and rapid rehabilitation

Dr. AL Rifai focuses on operative precision, minimal tissue trauma, and clear communication to guide patients through surgical healing.