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. 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.
Dr. Luca Pianta
License: MOH
17 years of experience
Before relocating to the UAE this year, Dr. Luca Pianta was working as a distinguished Head/Clinical Director and Chairman of the ENT Department at his hospital, specializing in Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery.
Now practicing as a consultant ENT Surgeon at Sheikh Khalifa Medical Hospital, Abu Dhabi, Dr Luca has over 25 years of clinical experience, he blends high-volume practice with clinical innovation. He holds a Specialization in Otorhinolaryngology from the University of Brescia and completed a rhinology fellowship at the University of Adelaide.
His clinical focus centers on advanced interventions, having successfully performed over 5,000 surgical procedures since 2005.
His main areas of expertise include:
• Complex endoscopic sinus and skull base surgeries
• Thyroid, parathyroid, and salivary gland treatments
• Surgical management of obstructive sleep apnea
Dr. Ahmed Al-Dongy
License: DOH
8 years of experience
Dr. Ahmed Al-Dongy is a distinguished Consultant Emergency Medicine. He is currently practicing as a Consultant Emergency Medicine at Al Dhafra Hospital, Abu Dhabi. With 8 years of clinical experience , Dr. Al-Dongy is a trusted specialist recognized by the Swedish National Board of Health and Welfare. He earned his medical degree in Lithuania before advancing his career in Scandinavia’s largest emergency department.
Dr. Al-Dongy’s core clinical focus lies in managing high-volume patient flows and delivering evidence-based care in high-pressure settings. His comprehensive expertise encompasses advanced acute and critical care interventions:
• Severe Injury Management & Stabilization (Trauma Care)
• Life-Threatening Condition Interventions (Critical Care)
• Acute Illness Diagnosis and Prompt Treatment
• Preventive Health Checks and Primary Care
Dr. Al-Dongy is dedicated to providing holistic, patient-centered care, ensuring individuals receive compassionate attention even in fast-paced environments.
• Fosters strong doctor-patient relationships through personalized treatment plans
• Prioritizes emotional support, delivering care with profound empathy
• Employs a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach for seamless continuity of care
Dr. Binu Raj
License: DHA
32 years of experience
Dr. Binu Raj is a distinguished Consultant Anaesthesiologist and the Anaesthetic Lead for Emergency Theatres at the Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust in the United Kingdom and currently working as consultant anaesthesiologist at American Hospital, Dubai, UAE. With over 32 years of medical experience, including 19 years specifically dedicated to anaesthesia in the UK, he is a highly trusted expert in his field. Dr. Raj is a renowned specialist listed on the GMC Specialist Register and holds prestigious fellowships from the Royal College of Anaesthetists in both London and Ireland.
Dr. Zara Mohammad
License: DHA
19 years of experience
Dr. Zara Irum Mohammad is a highly distinguished Consultant Family Medicine currently practicing at American Hospital in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. With 19 years of comprehensive clinical experience, she provides premium, patient-centered care to a diverse international community. Dr. Mohammad holds a highly respected UK CCT in General Practice and is a Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP).
Her clinical focus encompasses comprehensive medical care, ranging from acute illness management to chronic disease reversal.
• Women’s health, including specialized menopause care and contraception management
• Preventive, lifestyle, and metabolic medicine interventions
• Complex case management and chronic disease management
• Mental health support and dermatology treatments
Dr. Mohammad is dedicated to delivering holistic, long-term condition management meticulously tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
• Empowering patients through proactive lifestyle and preventive medicine
• Achieving excellent patient outcomes through evidence-based clinical practices
• Providing compassionate elderly medicine and palliative care
Dr. Mohamed Ghaly
License: DHA
7 years of experience
Dr. Mohamed Ghaly is a Consultant in Ophthalmology currently practicing at American Hospital, Dubai. As a German and European board-certified specialist with 15 years of clinical experience, he operates within high-volume tertiary settings. Dr. Ghaly frequently manages complex conditions like advanced keratoconus and is highly skilled in lamellar keratoplasty, cataract procedures, and laser refractive surgeries. He currently leads the Cornea Service and Transplantation at UKE Hamburg and previously headed the Artemis Cornea Clinic. Beyond his clinical leadership, his extensive expertise encompasses clinic management, serving as an examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology, and conducting research on artificial intelligence in ophthalmology.
Dr. David Michael
License: DOH
5 years of experience
Dr. David Michael is a Consultant Internal Medicine physician currently practicing as a Consultant Internal Medicine at Al Dhafrah Hospital. He is an American Board-certified specialist with extensive experience across high-volume, diverse clinical settings in the United States. Operating in both urban and rural hospitals, he excels in complex care coordination, including managing acute patient transfers to Trauma 1 centers. He is highly skilled in evidence-based diagnostics, patient management, and advanced cardiac life support. Notably, Dr. Michael provided vital emergency surge support under FEMA during the COVID-19 pandemic. His clinical proficiency is further complemented by his research background evaluating rheumatological conditions and participating in pharmaceutical drug trials.
Dr. Aiman Al Saiaari
License: DOH
3 years of experience
Dr. Aiman Al Saiaari is a Consultant Neurologist currently practicing at NMC Royal Hospital in Abu Dhabi. With membership in the German Society of Neurology and over a decade of clinical experience, he operates across acute, intensive care, and rehabilitation settings. Dr. Al Saiaari expertly manages complex conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, and epilepsy, utilizing advanced procedural skills in electroencephalography, electromyography, and color-coded duplex sonography. Notably, he has held key leadership roles, including managing a Neurointensive Care Unit where he developed clinical policies and coordinated multidisciplinary teams. Furthermore, his non-clinical expertise encompasses clinical stroke research and the active supervision of medical trainees.
