
About Dr. Samir Hassan Naik
Dr. Samir Hassan Naik is a highly distinguished Pulmonologist and the Head of the Pulmonology Department at King's College Hospital London in Dubai. With over 23 years of specialised clinical experience spanning India, the United Kingdom, and the UAE, he is recognised for his profound expertise in managing complex respiratory and sleep disorders.
Dr. Naik combines a compassionate, patient-first philosophy with advanced diagnostic capabilities, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients suffering from severe asthma, COPD, and lung fibrosis. Dedicated to clinical excellence and medical education, he continuously integrates the latest evidence-based treatments and quality improvement initiatives into his daily practice, building lasting trust with his patients and peers alike.
Why Choose Dr. Samir Naik?
- Extensive International Expertise: Trained extensively in India and the United Kingdom, Dr. Naik brings over two decades of global respiratory and internal medicine experience to his clinical practice in Dubai.
- Advanced Interventional Proficiency: Highly skilled in cutting-edge interventional pulmonology techniques, he routinely performs complex pleural procedures, bronchoscopies, and EBUS (Endobronchial Ultrasound) for precise lung cancer diagnostics.
- Leadership in Pulmonology: Dr. Naik serves actively as the Head of Pulmonology at a world-class hospital and holds the prestigious position of Secretary for the Emirates Thoracic Society, reflecting his authority in the field.
- Commitment to Medical Education: He is actively shaping the future of respiratory medicine as a certified Royal College of Physicians (RCP) Tutor, dedicating his time to training junior doctors and physician associates.
- Evidence-Based Patient Care: Dr. Naik is deeply involved in clinical research, clinical trials, and departmental quality improvement projects, ensuring his patients receive state-of-the-art therapies for chronic lung conditions and sleep disorders.
Location
- Appointed as the Secretary of the Emirates Thoracic Society (ETS), leading national efforts in advancing respiratory and sleep medicine across the UAE.
- Designated Royal College of Physicians (RCP) Tutor, recognised for his outstanding contribution to the training and mentorship of medical residents and physician associates in the UK.
- Keynote Speaker and Panellist at numerous national and international respiratory conferences, focusing on asthma empowerment, biologic treatments, and interventional techniques.
Papers Published
Dr. Naik is a proactive researcher with significant contributions to peer-reviewed medical journals and clinical registries. His notable academic publications and institutional research include:
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- Current Trends in Treating Malignant Pleural Effusion: Evidence, Guidelines, and Best Practice Recommendations – Co-authored in JCO Oncology Practice (2024/2025).
- Successful Closure of Large Airway Fistulas Using Rigid Bronchoscopic Application of BioGlue – Published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine (2012).
- Nutritional status of critically ill patients, cumulative calorie, and protein balance (WE FEED) – Institutional research cited in the King's College Hospital Annual Report.
- Frequent presenter of academic abstracts on pulmonary fibrosis, obstructive sleep disorders, and tuberculosis at European Respiratory Society (ERS) and regional congresses.
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