UAE
Doctors in the United Arab Emirates play a vital role in delivering world-class healthcare across a rapidly advancing medical system. Physicians work in state-of-the-art hospitals, clinics, and specialized centers, providing high standards of patient care across both public and private sectors. The UAE’s multicultural population offers doctors broad clinical exposure while emphasizing professionalism, patient safety, and internationally aligned medical practices.
With continuous investment in healthcare innovation and medical technology, the UAE offers strong opportunities for career growth and specialization. Clear regulatory frameworks, advanced infrastructure, and a focus on digital health and preventive care allow doctors to develop professionally while contributing to a modern, patient-focused healthcare environment.
Dr. Nada Abdalla Zakaria
25 years of experience
Dr. Nada Abdalla Zakaria is a passionate, empathetic and highly experienced UK board-certified Consultant Gastroenterologist with dual certification in Internal Medicine. With over 25 years of clinical experience, she has dedicated her career to delivering exceptional and patient-centered care. She is currently practicing as a Consultant Gastroenterologist at NMC Royal Hospital, Khalifa City, where she provides comprehensive care to patients.
Dr. Nada has been an endoscopy trainer with special interest in Hepatology and skilled in advanced upper and lower endoscopic procedures. She focuses on empowering patients through education and awareness to achieve better compliance and improved outcomes.
Known for her approachable and reassuring manner, Dr. Nada places great emphasis on patient education and awareness, empowering individuals to actively participate in their healthcare journey. Her dedication to improving patient understanding and compliance has contributed to enhanced treatment outcomes and overall patient satisfaction.
Dr. Molham Abdulsamad
License: MOH
8 years of experience
Dr. Molham Abdulsamad is a distinguished Consultant Gastroenterologist currently practicing at Sheikh Khalifa Hospital in Fujairah. With 19 years of exceptional clinical experience , he is a highly specialist holding dual American Board Certifications in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine. His renowned clinical background includes an intensive Gastroenterology Fellowship at Bronx Care Health System, affiliated with the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, alongside specialized Advanced Endoscopy training at Geisinger Medical Center. Prior to his current role, he established a stellar reputation in elite leadership and academic positions, serving as the Medical Director of the Endoscopy Center at Geisinger Lewistown Hospital and as an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.
As a trusted expert in Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy and Interventional Gastroenterology, his clinical practice focuses on high-volume, cutting-edge surgical procedures, including a remarkable track record of over 500 successful complex ESD (Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection) and POEM (Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy) cases. He delivers a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to care, translating complex medical conditions into clear, simple paths to recovery while performing advanced diagnostic and therapeutic EUS, ERCP, and minimally invasive options for acid reflux and weight management. Dr. Abdulsamad’s profound commitment to safety and outstanding communication earned him the prestigious top patient experience clinicians award, solidifying his role as a deeply empathetic and reassuring healthcare partner.
Dr. Thomas French
License: DHA
3 years of experience
Dr. Thomas French is a distinguished Medical Director who brings his elite expertise to Burjeel Hospital for Advanced Surgery, Dubai. With 14 years of high-volume medical experience developed across major Scottish university hospitals, Dr. French holds a prestigious Fellowship from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow alongside rare, comprehensive triple Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) board certifications. Recognized for his outstanding clinical leadership, service redesign, and hyperacute stroke care performance, he has successfully transitioned his trusted record in clinical pathway development and unscheduled care governance to this premium international setting.
His patient-centered clinical practice is expertly anchored in hyperacute stroke care, complex tone management, and acute neurology. Dr. French delivers specialized, evidence-based interventions, utilizing advanced training in ultrasound-guided techniques for muscle stiffness and spasticity management. Driven by a commitment to clinical innovation, compassionate leadership, and international research trials, he ensures that patients receive a world-class, reassuring standard of modern medical care tailored to elite consultant standards.
Dr. Omar Benryane
License: DHA
4 years of experience
Dr. Omar Benryane is a highly accomplished, Canadian board-certified Consultant Rheumatologist currently practicing at the American Hospital Dubai. With a decade of clinical excellence established since his medical graduation from McGill University, Dr. Benryane holds distinguished dual Board Certifications in Rheumatology and Internal Medicine from the prestigious Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
Prior to his appointment in the UAE, he built a stellar clinical and administrative reputation in Quebec, Canada. His previous tenures include serving as Medical Director and Consultant Rheumatologist across multiple prominent healthcare networks, most notably the Cliniques de Rhumatologie de Montréal and Cliniques médicales Lacroix. Dr. Benryane’s sophisticated clinical acumen is shaped by comprehensive fellowship training at top-tier academic institutions and enriched by international healthcare exposure, including global health initiatives in Indonesia.
Dr. Muneeba Ahmed
License: DOH
10 years of experience
Dr. Muneeba Ahmed is a Consultant Anaesthesiologist holding a CCT from the Royal College of Anaesthetists. She has over a decade of specialist training experience across multiple teaching hospitals in the United Kingdom, complemented by international charity work. Her clinical focus includes paediatric anaesthesia, major trauma, and regional anaesthesia techniques. Dr. Ahmed is experienced in managing anaesthesia for both day-case and major elective surgeries, as well as providing critical care support for seriously ill adults and children. She is skilled in ultrasound-guided regional anaesthesia, vascular access, and major haemorrhage management. In addition to her clinical work, she is actively involved in audit, quality improvement, and research, contributing to national projects published in the British Journal of Anaesthesia.
Dr. Haika Shoo
License: DHA
8 years of experience
Dr. Haika Shoo is a distinguished Consultant in Diabetes, Endocrinology & General Internal Medicine currently practicing at the GluCare Healthcare, Dubai, as a Consultant Endocrinologist. With 16 years of clinical experience, she is a highly sought-after expert in her field. Dr. Shoo holds prestigious board certifications, including FRCP (Edinburgh) and a Specialty Certificate in Endocrinology, Diabetes & General Internal Medicine from the General Medical Council. Expertise extends to managing endocrine disorders in pregnancy and leading multidisciplinary teams for diabetic foot services.
Clinical responsibilities encompass high-volume management of endocrine emergencies and leading the Community Diabetes Service. Leadership roles include serving as Education Lead for the Medical Division and developing clinical guidelines for diabetes care. Commitment to medical education is demonstrated through the role of RCP Tutor and MRCP PACES Examiner. Research contributions center on diabetes outcomes and foot ulceration, with peer-reviewed publications and presentations at international forums like ATTD and EASD.
Dr. Ghulam Farid Rana
License: DHA
7 years of experience
Dr. Ghulam Farid Rana is a distinguished Consultant Nephrologist currently working at NMC Hospital, Sharjah, UAE. With over 27 years of clinical experience, he is highly renowned for his expertise in comprehensive kidney care. He holds prestigious board certifications, including the Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP) Glasgow, the Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Nephrology, and Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP). He also completed notable international training at the renowned Sheffield Kidney Institute, a tertiary care transplant center.
Dr. Syed Owais Mansoor Ghias
License: SCFHS
4 years of experience
Dr. Syed Owais Mansoor Ghias is a highly distinguished Consultant Interventional Cardiologist currently practicing at United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in the United Kingdom. With 19 years of comprehensive clinical experience, he holds prestigious board certifications, including a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Cardiology and General (Internal) Medicine from the UK General Medical Council. Furthermore, he has completed rigorous international training at renowned tertiary cardiac centers, ensuring the highest standards of medical excellence.
Dr. Bassem Arab
License: DHA
3 years of experience
Dr. Bassem Nimr Arab is a distinguished Consultant Nephrologist currently practicing at the American Hospital Dubai. With nearly a decade of comprehensive medical experience, he is dedicated to providing evidence-based, patient-centered kidney care with a compassionate and practical approach. Dr. Bassem is board certified in both Nephrology and Internal Medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. His international medical journey began with earning his medical degree in Curacao, followed by extensive residency and fellowship training in the United States. Known for combining academic excellence with approachable patient care, Dr. Bassem is committed to helping patients better understand their kidney health.
Dr Mark Sutton-Smith
License: DHA
14 years of experience
Dr Mark Sutton-Smith is a UK-trained Consultant in Endocrinology and Internal Medicine at Mediclinic Middle East, Dubai. He specialises in diabetes, thyroid disorders, adrenal and pituitary diseases, obesity-related metabolic conditions, and other endocrine disorders, providing evidence-based and patient-focused care for both outpatient and inpatient cases. With extensive NHS experience in London, he is recognised for his systematic clinical approach and expertise in managing complex endocrine and metabolic conditions.
Dr Sutton-Smith is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and an MRCP PACES examiner, contributing to postgraduate medical education and international clinical assessment standards. He previously served as Clinical Director for Inpatient Internal Medicine at a major NHS trust in London, where he led clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives. He also holds a PhD in Biochemistry from Imperial College London and has an internationally recognised academic profile, supporting a precision-based approach to endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolic medicine.
