Best Doctors in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Dr. Mohamad Khair Ojjeh is a well-known Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist, based in Dubai with extensive 30+ years of experience.
• He completed his MBChB in gastroenterology from Nice University, France, and an MD in General Medicine from Syria. Later, he did DIS in hepatic-gastroenterology and a DU in digestive endoscopy therapeutic and diagnostic.
• Dr. Ojjeh has worked at a number of hospitals in the UAE and Syria such as Al Zahra Hospital, Saudi German Hospital, Hannover Medical Centre, Arab Health Doctors in the UAE, and Shamie Hospital in Damascus, Syria.
• He is a member of the Syrian Gastroenterology Society, the Emirates Society of Gastroenterology, and is a gastroenterology consultant in the Ministry of Health, Syria.
• Dr. Khair specializes in endoscopy, ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography), USS, and stretta therapy for the treatment of GERD.

• Dr. Afif Kanj is a Plastic Surgeon Specialist with over 20 years of expertise.
• His services include body contouring, hair transplant procedures, aesthetic breast surgery, liposuction, and breast liposuction for men.
• Dr. Afif Kanj is a certified plastic surgery expert from the University of Damascus, Syria. 
• He also holds a post-graduation in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery from the University of Nancy, France.
• As an accomplished plastic surgeon in the UAE and worldwide, Dr. Afif spent almost 10 years in France to achieve his training in plastic and aesthetic surgery. He also worked with renowned hospitals in the city. 
• In Damascus, he practiced his specialty at his clinic and was an essential member of the Department of Reconstructive Surgery at the Hospital of the Ministry of Health. With a pursuit to explore and advance his skills
• Dr. Afif joined CosmeSurge in 2002 and has been an integral part of the Group since then.
• Dr. Afif Kanj is fluent in English, Arabic, and French.

• Dr. Harold Vanderschmidt is a renowned Orthopedic surgeon with extensive 36+ years of experience.
• He has operated more than 10,000+ arthroscopic procedures.
• His areas of expertise lie in Diagnosis and Management of Orthopedic Diseases and Injuries, Shoulder instabilities, Arthroscopic Surgery on Shoulder, Elbow, Knee, Ankle, Foot, Highly specialized in ACL Reconstructions, Revision ACL Surgery, Cartilage Repair, Rotator Cuff Repair, Reconstruction of Shoulder Instability, Joint Replacement Surgery Shoulder, Hip, Knee, and Ankle, etc.
• Dr. Harold was given the title “Instructor for Arthroscopic Surgery“ from the AGA (German-speaking Arthroscopy Association). He is a Member of ISAKOS, AO Trauma, and a Founder Member of the European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy (ESSKA).
• Under his credit, there are both national and international publications.
• The known Orthopedic Surgeon is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific conferences, CDE's and worldwide conferences to talk about Reconstruction of Shoulder Instability.

• Dr. James Z Pulimuttil is a leading General Surgeon with a vast experience of +28 years, with special focus on laparoscopic procedures.
• Some of his professional affiliations to medical societies include, the Association of Colo Rectal Surgeons of India, the Asia Pacific Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Society and the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons. USA.
• He did his  MBBS in 1984 from the Andhra Medical College and then in 1992, earned the qualification of Master of Surgery from Christian Medical College, Ludhiana. 
• Thereafter, Dr. Pulimuttil did several fellowships, some of which were from the American College of Surgeons, the Association of Surgeons of India, the Association of colorectal surgeons of India and the International College of Surgeons. Among his major fellowships are, the ones he earned in 2015 from Taiwan and in 2014 in India.
• Dr. Pulimuttil is an expert general surgeon with specialised skills to perform laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy/gastric bypass for obesity/ hernia surgery/gall stone disease, metabolic surgery for the treatment of uncontrolled Type 2 diabetes, CBD exploration laparoscopic colectomies and key hole thyroid surgery.
• He has done extensive research in bariatric and metabolic surgery. 
• Dr. Pulimuttil has published several papers in international journals, both as sole author and co-author. He has also presented many papers at international bariatric surgery conferences. 

Dr. Saher Arour is a highly accomplished, German-trained vascular and Endovascular Surgeon. He brings over 23 years of extensive experience as Head of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery and holds numerous specialised German qualifications. He offers comprehensive care for arterial and venous diseases, focusing on minimally invasive techniques and limb salvage.

Why Choose Dr. Arour?

• Extensive Clinical Experience: With over 23 years dedicated to vascular and endovascular surgery, Dr. Arour provides profound diagnostic insight and surgical mastery across complex cases.
• Advanced Minimally Invasive Vein Care: He is an expert in modern, minimally invasive treatments for varicose veins (Laser, Radiofrequency, Glue, Sclerotherapy), deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism (PE), and pelvic vein congestion.
• Specialised Focus on Limb Salvage & Diabetic Foot Care: Dr. Arour specialises in advanced revascularisation techniques (angioplasty, atherectomy for CTO) and is an expert in medical wound therapy to effectively treat ischemic diabetic foot ulcers/gangrene and prevent amputation.
• Comprehensive Vascular Access & Device Management: He is also proficient in creating and managing Arterio-Venous (AV) access for dialysis patients (fistulas, catheters, ports).
• German Board-Certified Expertise & Leadership: He has completed his MD from Aleppo University, Syria and holds many certifications, including Facharzt (Specialist Consultant) certification in Vascular Surgery and specific German Society (DGG) certification as an Endovascular Surgeon & Specialist.

• Dr. Abdulla Qassim is a skilled Neurosurgeon with over 25 years of experience.
• He specializes in brain and spinal cord tumors, narrow spinal canal surgery, neuroendoscopy, lumbar and cervical disc surgery, and more.
• He has successfully performed over 3,000 surgeries.
• He graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland in 1998 and received his MRCS diploma from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow in 2009.
• He was awarded a Master's in Neurosciences from the University of London in 2005.
• He is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Emirates Society of Neurological Surgeons, and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow.

• With 38+ years of experience, Dr Jemini Abraham Paul is the most prominent Specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology in UAE.
• Dr Jemini specialises in antenatal care, normal and abnormal deliveries, postnatal care and gynaecological surgeries.
• Dr Jemini has several international publications, essays, and presentations to her name. 
• She has completed MBBS (1974), DGO (1978) and MD (1982) from Christian Medical College, Ludhiana, Punjab, India.
• Dr Jemini is well-versed in Hindi, Punjabi, Malayalam, Arabic and English.

• With 28+ years of experience, Dr. Arindam Ghosh is the most notable Surgical Gastroenterologist in UAE.
• Dr. Arindam Ghosh specializes in Gastrointestinal & Hepatopancreatobilary Cancer, Re-do Bariatric Surgery, Laparoscopic Cancer Surgery and Liver Transplant.
• He is a member of the IASG (Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology), the OSSI (Obesity Surgery Society of India), the IASGO (International Association of Surgeons, Gastroenterologists and Oncologists) and the GAPIO (Global Association of Physicians Of Indian Origin).
• Dr. Arindam Ghosh has several international publications, essays, and presentations to his name.
• He has completed MBBS (1989) from Calcutta University, India.
• He has done MS (1994) from a prestigious college of Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India.
• He has an MCh (1997) from the University Of Delhi, India.
• Dr. Arindam Ghosh is well-versed in Hindi, Bengali and English.

• Dr. Donna Annabelle Pollard is an Obstetrician and gynecologist with over 14 years of experience.
• Her expertise lies in managing early pregnancy complications, such as miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy.
• She has comprehensive expertise in high-risk obstetrics, intrapartum care, minimal access, and hysteroscopic surgery. 
• Dr. Pollard graduated with notable credentials, including MBChB, FRCS, and FRCOG.
• She is a Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

• Dr. Mahendra Rajan is a renowned General Surgeon based in Dubai with extensive 28+ years of experience.
• He has completed his graduation from Madras University, Chennai, India, followed by M.S. in General Surgery from the reputed TN Dr. MGR Medical University, Chennai, India. Later, he did a fellowship in Bariatric Surgery from Taiwan.
• Dr. Rajan is a member of the Indian Medical Association and the Association of Surgeons of India
• His area of clinical expertise lies in hepatectomies, Whipple's Pancreatico-duodenectomies, gastrectomies, esophagectomies, and other pancreatic and intestinal resectional surgeries. He is also trained in the management of complex and complicated GI surgical problems including Crohn's disease, entero-cutaneous, pancreatic and biliary fistulas, and postoperative biliary injuries.
• Moreover, he is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific sessions, CDE's, Seminars, Worldwide Conferences to talk about Whipple's Pancreatico-duodenectomies.

• Dr. Mohammed-Sheikh Sobeh is a renowned Vascular Surgeon specialising in general and vascular surgery with more than 41 years of experience.
• His areas of expertise are treating diabetic foot, renal artery stenosis, and acute and chronic lymphatic, venous, and arterial conditions using open and endovascular approaches.
• Dr. Sobeh is also skilled in performing endovascular aneurysm repair, radiofrequency ablation, venaseal, as well as in vascular access procedures for haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and oncology patients.
• He completed his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from Bristol University, UK, in 1983 and obtained the memberships of Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS), England.
• Later, he became a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh & England (FRCS) in 1988.
• Dr. Sobeh completed a Postgraduate Diploma Course in the history of medicine from the Society of the Apothecaries of London in 1993.
• He qualified for the Intercollegiate Specialty Board Examination in General Surgery and obtained a fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS) in 1997.
• Afterwards, he completed a Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training (CCTS) in General Surgery with sub-specialty in Vascular Surgery in 1997.
• Dr. Sobeh has authored peer-reviewed articles in prestigious international journals.

Dr. Rajan Maruthanayagam is a distinguished Interventional Cardiologist with over 30 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier medical care. With an extensive record of successful procedures, he has established a reputation for precision and excellence in the field.

Why Choose Dr. Rajan?

• Extensive Surgical Expertise: With over 30+ years of experience and numerous successful cases, Dr. Rajan has a proven track record in treating complex coronary conditions, performing pacemaker implantations, and endovascular stenting for aortic aneurysms.
• Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He is known for advanced interventional cardiology techniques, including radial coronary intervention, chronic total occlusion, diffuse & multivessel stenting, primary angioplasty, IVUS, and Rotablator. His expertise extends to the most challenging cardiac interventions.
• Pioneer in Complex Interventions: Dr. Rajan was among the early adopters and has vast experience in pioneering complex coronary interventions, enabling effective treatment for patients with advanced heart conditions.
• Leader in Interventional Cardiology: He has performed a high volume of complex procedures, showcasing unparalleled expertise in advanced interventional cardiology techniques.