Best Doctors for Rotational Atherectomy in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Dr. Albert Alahmar is a well-known Interventional Cardiologist.
• He has an experience of more than 25 years.
• He specializes in Interventional Cardiology, Coronary Angiography, Balloon Dilation of Heart Valves, Coronary Stenting, Pericardial Aspiration, etc.
• Dr. Albert completed Bsc and did MD in General Medicine. After this, he did MRCP from Royal College of Physician Edinburgh in 1999.
• He was the first in the world to use unique technique to force rotablation PCI to tortuous calcified coronary artery and first in the world to perform coronary thrombectomy on two years old child presenting with heart attack on the background of left heart hypoplastic congenital condition.
• He also has certification of completion of Interventional Cardiology from UK National Health Services.

• Dr. Naji Yazbek is one of the highly skilled Interventional Cardiologists with more than 27 years of experience.
• His expertise lies in treating Cardiomyopathy, Palpitation(arrhythmias), Fainting /syncopal attack, Heart valve disease, High blood pressure, High cholesterol, Peripheral arterial disease, etc.
• He is proficient in performing Coronary Angioplasty and Stent through Radial Approach, Peripheral Angioplasty and Stents, Trans-esophageal echocardiography, and Cardioversion.
• Dr. Naji completed his MD in Medicine from the American University of Beirut in 1996. 
• He is American Board certified in interventional cardiology, cardiovascular diseases, and internal medicine clinical expertise in treating a broad spectrum of cardiovascular diseases.
• He is a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology.

• Dr. Yahya Kiwan is a renowned Interventional Cardiologist.
• He has been in this field for the past 35 years.
• His specializations include Echocardiography, Transesophageal echo, Tilt table test, Cardiac Catheterization, etc.
• He is proficient in performing Temporary Pacemaker Implantation.
• Dr. Yahya completed his graduation in Mosul Medical College in 1977. 
• He was board-certified in cardiac electrophysiology in 1996 and cardiovascular disease in 1995.
• He earned a Diploma from the American Board of Internal Medicine in 1994.
• He published over 30 publications in reputed national and international journals.

• Dr. Omar Al Hag is a renowned Interventional Cardiologist practicing for more than 20 years.
• His areas of expertise include the implantation of cardiac pacemakers, ICDs, CRT/CRT-D devices, reveal devices, and radiofrequency ablation.
• He is proficient in treating Cardiac Arrhythmia, Syncope and blackout, Cardiac Failure and Cardiomyopathies, Genetic Heart Disease, etc.
• Dr. Omar graduated from the University of Khartoum in 1981 and specialized in Interventional Cardiology.

• Dr. Sachin Upadhyaya is a well-known Cardiologist with over 27 years of expertise who has honed his abilities and understanding in the fields.
• His specialties include Coronary and Peripheral Angiography, Coronary and Peripheral Angioplasty, Pacemaker and other Electrophysiology Device Implantation, and Clinical and Preventive Cardiology.
• Dr. Sachin Upadhya obtained his MBBS, DNB Medicine, and DNB Cardiology degrees from the National Board of Examinations in New Delhi.
• He is a member of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions, the International Society for Endovascular Interventions, and the Asia Pacific Vascular Society.
• He has had significant training and has earned experience in the fields of Interventional Cardiology, Clinical Cardiology, and Preventive Cardiology.
• He is a Professional Member of the European Society of Cardiology and an Associate Member of the American College of Cardiology.
• Dr. Sachin Upadhyaya is fluent in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Urdu.

• Dr. Ahmed  Al Jeboury is counted among the most experienced and skilled Interventional Cardiologists in Dubai with an extensive experience of +20 years.
• He is a professional member of the Royal College of Physician from the United Kingdom, (London and Glasgow Universities).
• Dr. Jeboury is a graduate of the Baghdad College of Medicine (1986).
• He is a reputed interventional cardiologist, specialised to perform surgeries and offer cardiac treatments and diagnostic services such as, coronary angioplasty, stent placements, heart catheterisation, transthoracic echocardiogram, Holter Monitoring, coronary angiogram, high blood pressure, and cardiac consultation.
• During his career, he worked with the Iraqi Board as an Internal Medicine Specialist (1994). He was yet again with the board in the cardiology department in 2009.

• Dr Fekry El Deeb is known among the skilled and highly experienced Interventional Cardiologists with a vast experience of 36 years. 
• He has operated almost 10,000 different peripheral, valvular, and coronary procedures in his career.
• He specialises in interventional cardiology procedures like complex coronary angioplasty and stenting, intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) directional atherectomy, carotid angioplasty and stenting, rotablation, percutaneous valvuloplasty & all peripheral angioplasty and stenting.
• He is a member of several national & international organisations, including the Egyptian Society of Cardiology, Fellow of European Society of Cardiology, a Fellow of American College of Cardiology, the Saudi Heart Association, Chairman of the Riyadh Cardiac Club, and the Mediterranean Association of Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery.

• Dr. Hussien Kassem is a renowned Interventional Cardiologist with an experience of more than 20 years.
• He has performed over 5,000 interventional procedures, including stress testing, ambulatory ECG, and blood pressure monitoring.
• His expertise includes primary PCI, percutaneous mitral valvotomy, and heart failure management.
• After his graduation, Dr.Kassem has pursued many fellowships in cardiology.
• He currently serves as the associate editor of the Egyptian Heart Journal and has received four awards for his contributions to interventional cardiology in Egypt and the UAE.
• Dr. Kassem is a distinguished fellow of American College of Cardiology, the European Society of Cardiology and Society of Cardiac Angiographers and Interventionists.

• Dr. Mohammad Ali Kheiry is a well-known Interventional Cardiologist with over 38 years of experience.
• He specializes in treating heart diseases, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and various cardiac procedures.
• He pursued MBBS at Esfahan University Medical Science in 1985.
• He specialized in Internal Medicine at Shiraz University of Medical Science, Iran, in 1996.
• Later, he pursued his fellowship in Subspecialty Cardiology from Shiraz University of Medical Science, Iran, in 2007.

Dr. Fayaz Shawl is a distinguished Interventional Cardiologist with over 43 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier medical care. With over 20,000 successful angioplasty procedures, he has established a reputation for precision and excellence in the field, recognised as one of the world's leading interventionists.

Why Choose Dr. Fayaz Shawl?

• Extensive Surgical Expertise: With over 43 years of experience and more than 20,000 successful angioplasty procedures, Dr. Shawl has a proven track record of treating a wide range of cardiovascular conditions.
• Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He is well-known for pioneering various interventional cardiology techniques, including balloon angioplasty, coronary stenting, high-risk/complex PCI, TAVR, PFO/ASD closure, and alcohol septal ablation for IHSS. His expertise also extends to peripheral procedures, such as carotid stenting and aortic aneurysm repair.
• Pioneer in Percutaneous Cardiopulmonary Bypass Support (Shawl Technique): Dr. Shawl was the first in the world to perform percutaneous bypass-supported coronary intervention in 1988, a breakthrough that has made complications leading to death virtually impossible in his catheterisation lab during coronary interventions.
• Leader in Interventional Cardiology: He performed the first PTCA in the United States Military (Army, Navy, Air Force) at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in 1980/1981 and has performed the most interventional procedures as a single operator (over 19,000 by 2001). 
• Award-Winning Excellence: Dr. Shawl has been recognised with prestigious awards, including the dedication of the Fayaz Shawl Advanced Interventional Catheterisation Laboratory at Washington Adventist Hospital in 1998, the 2002 Innovators Award from the Alliance of Cardiovascular Professionals, and numerous recognition awards from the Maryland State Senate and the United States House of Representatives. He was also nominated as International Health Professional of the Year (2003).

• Dr. Syed Sakib Nazir​ is a renowned Interventional Cardiologist practicing for more than 28 years.
• He holds expertise in pacemaker implantation, coronary angioplasty, rotablation, etc.
• He has a special interest in treating Coronary artery disease, Heart rhythm disturbance, valve disease, Heart disease in patients with diabetes and kidney problems, and Cardiomyopathies.
• Before moving to Dubai, he worked for almost 17 years in the UK and was trained in the field of Interventional Cardiology at the Yorkshire Heart Centre at Leeds General Infirmary, UK.
• He has papers published in various journals.

• With 20+ years of experience, Dr. Hazem Ismail Elguindi is the most prominent Interventional Cardiologist in UAE.
• Dr. Hazem specializes in Primarily Radial operator, Coronary artery interventions, Peripheral Arterial intervention, Carotid artery Stenting, renal artery Stenting, Implantation of IVC filter, Percutaneous Balloon Valvuloplasty.
• Dr. Hazem has several international publications, essays, and presentations to his name.
• He has completed MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine & Surgery) and Doctorate Degree (Cardiology) from the prestigious colleges of Egypt.
• Dr. Khaldoun is well-versed in Arabic and English.