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Find doctors in Dubai who diagnose and manage diabetes and related health conditions. Browse specialist profiles, experience, clinic locations, and services to help you find the right doctor for your needs.
Several types of doctors may help diagnose and manage diabetes, depending on the patient’s needs. These can include:
Consultant Endocrinologist
Dr. Hecham Harb is a distinguished Endocrinologist specializing in the management of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, with extensive international clinical experience. He holds an honorary fellowship in obesity and weight control from Austin Health, Melbourne, and is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in Endocrinology and Internal & Acute Medicine. He also holds a Specialty Certificate in Endocrinology and Diabetes from the Royal Colleges of Physicians, UK.
Dr. Harb has served as a Consultant Endocrinologist across Australia, the Middle East, and the Gulf, with roles at Albury Wodonga Health, MedAlliance Physicians Group, Royal Bahrain Hospital, Bahrain Specialty Hospital, and Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group. He has also contributed to academia as an Adjunct Senior Lecturer at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), reflecting his strong commitment to education and research. His clinical expertise includes diabetes and its complications, thyroid and parathyroid diseases, pituitary and adrenal disorders, osteoporosis, metabolic bone disease, and non‑surgical obesity management. Dr. Harb is currently serving as Medical Director at Endocare Clinic (Dubai) and as Consultant Endocrinologist at Emirates Hospital.
Consultant in Endocrinology and Internal Medicine
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.
Consultant Endocrinologist
Dr Ahmed Al-Sharefi is a UK-trained Consultant Endocrinologist, Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of London and Member of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, who completed his CCT in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and General Internal Medicine in the North East of England. He has over 15 years of clinical experience across the UK and UAE and is a SCOPE-certified bariatrician from the World Obesity Federation. His clinical interests include obesity and weight management, advanced diabetes care using insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitoring, and closed-loop (artificial pancreas) systems, as well as andrology and reproductive endocrinology.
Dr Al-Sharefi has gained extensive experience within the NHS, including a research placement at Imperial College London and Hammersmith Hospital, and has published multiple peer-reviewed papers and an Oxford University Press book chapter on diabetes and lipid disorders. He actively contributes to national diabetes care as a member of the Joint British Diabetes Society for Inpatient Care (JBDS-IP). His achievements have been recognised with several awards, including top undergraduate honours and best oral and poster presentation prizes. In addition, he serves as an MRCP PACES examiner and is regularly involved in national endocrinology teaching, reflecting his strong commitment to medical education and mentorship.
Consultant Endocrinologist
Dr. Ali Mohamed Sayed is a Consultant Endocrinologist at American Hospital Dubai, where he manages a busy outpatient clinic and provides inpatient endocrine consultations. His clinical expertise includes diabetes, general endocrinology, obesity medicine, and endocrine neoplasia. He is actively involved in medical education, supervising residents rotating through his clinic and delivering lectures on endocrinology topics. Dr. Sayed combines clinical care with teaching, fostering both patient outcomes and the professional development of future physicians. He holds relevant qualifications and certifications in endocrinology, diabetes, and obesity medicine. His dual focus on practice and education reflects a commitment to excellence in both clinical service and academic mentorship.
Specialist Endocrinologist
Dr. Cigdem Bas is a highly experienced endocrinologist with more than 20 years of expertise in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism. She earned her medical degree from Hacettepe University and completed her endocrinology fellowship at Gazi University. She holds European Board Certification in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism and has been awarded the academic title of Associate Professor in her specialty. Dr. Bas has extensive clinical expertise in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolic disorders, supported by a strong academic and research background. She has played an active role as both a clinician and educator in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology residency training programs. Her continued involvement in medical education ensures that her practice remains aligned with the latest scientific advances and evidence‑based guidelines.
She is an active member of leading international and regional professional societies, including the Endocrine Society, the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, the European Society of Endocrinology, the Emirates Medical Association, and the Emirates Diabetes and Endocrine Society. Dr. Bas is committed to delivering personalized, patient‑centered care and actively engages her patients in shared decision‑making to develop treatment plans tailored to their individual needs.
Consultant Endocrinologist
Dr. Fareeha Rizvi is a highly experienced Consultant in Diabetes, Endocrinology, and General/Internal Medicine, and a former Head of Department (Clinical Lead), with over 18 years of clinical practice across London, the South East of England, and Dubai. She is widely recognised as a trusted family medicine and general medical doctor in Dubai, providing comprehensive primary care, chronic disease management, preventive health services, and continuity of care. Her special interests include the reversal of pre‑diabetes and Type 2 diabetes through diet, lifestyle intervention, and weight management, with particular expertise in managing Type 2 diabetes in South Asian populations, addressing cultural and dietary challenges.
Dr. Rizvi has extensive expertise in Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, gestational and pregnancy‑related diabetes, diabetes‑related kidney disease, and the use of diabetes technology, as well as thyroid disease in pregnancy. She also manages complex endocrine disorders of the pituitary, adrenal, and thyroid glands, PCOS, and weight management, including treatment with GLP‑1 medications. She holds a BSc and MBBS from Queen Mary University of London and a Master’s degree in Endocrinology and Diabetes (University of London, 2018). She is passionate about education and has delivered national and international teaching, including nutrition teaching at Columbia University, New York (2024).
Consultant Endocrinologist
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.
Consultant Endocrinologist
Dr. Hammad Bajwa is a UK‑trained Consultant Endocrinologist with nearly 20 years of experience in senior clinical and leadership roles across the UK and the Middle East. He is currently based in Dubai at King’s College Hospital, where he serves as a Consultant Endocrinologist. He previously held Consultant and Lead for Diabetes positions at Russells Hall Hospital, Dudley (UK), and at Habib Medical Group / Takhassusi Hospital in Riyadh, where he established innovative services including an Insulin Pump Clinic and led major quality improvement initiatives such as the Community Diabetes Service in Dudley. His clinical expertise spans Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, advanced insulin pump therapy, thyroid disorders (including thyroid cancer), pituitary and adrenal diseases, reproductive endocrinology, metabolic bone disease, and obesity.
Dr. Bajwa obtained his MBBS in Pakistan and completed higher specialist training in Endocrinology and Diabetes in Birmingham, UK. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh and a Member of the American College of Physicians. He has a strong academic and research profile, serving as Principal Investigator for the international O‑Sema Fast Study on diabetes management during Ramadan, with multiple presentations at regional, national, and international conferences. He has also contributed extensively to medical education, serving as an Educational Supervisor and Mentor for Endocrinology fellows in Birmingham, participating in NHS guideline development groups, and being named a finalist for the UK Health Service Award (2017) for excellence in quality improvement.
Consultant Endocrinologist
Dr. Heitham Ajlouni is a Consultant Endocrinologist with over 12 years of clinical experience in endocrinology, diabetes, and lipid metabolism. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism and the American Board of Internal Medicine, and completed a Fellowship in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Lipid Metabolism at Case Western Reserve University.
Dr. Ajlouni currently practices across multiple leading facilities in Dubai, including Dubai Healthcare City, DHA Dubai Diabetes Center, and Mirdif Private Hospital. He provides comprehensive care in endocrinology, diabetes management, and lipid disorders. He is a registered member of the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABMS®). His practice reflects a strong commitment to evidence‑based, patient‑centered endocrine care.
Specialist Endocrinologist
Dr. Arslan is an experienced Endocrinology Specialist with over 15 years of medical practice, including more than a decade focused on endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolic diseases. He provides personalized, patient‑centered care, with particular expertise in diabetes, obesity, thyroid and parathyroid disorders, reproductive endocrinology, and bone and mineral metabolism. His background also includes broad experience in Internal Medicine, supporting comprehensive diagnostic and medical care.
Dr. Arslan trained and worked at leading university and academic medical centers in Turkey, gaining strong expertise in both traditional and contemporary treatment approaches for diabetes and obesity. He has extensive experience in thyroid diagnostic imaging and interventional procedures, as well as in the diagnosis and management of complex adrenal and pituitary disorders. He serves as an Associate Professor of Endocrinology and is an active member of the Endocrine Society, the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, and the European Society of Endocrinology.
Consultant Endocrinologist
Dr. Karen Kamphausen, MD, is a Consultant Endocrinologist with over 20 years of clinical, diagnostic, and academic experience, holding dual specialist qualifications in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology & Diabetology. She has practiced as a board-certified endocrinologist for 15 years, with particular expertise in complex disorders of the pituitary, adrenal, and thyroid glands, as well as obesity medicine. Previously, she worked at Endokrinologikum Hamburg, where she led hormonal analysis assessments for external practices and supervised the training of medical students and specialist physicians. Her earlier role at the University Medical Centre Hamburg Eppendorf provided her with broad internal medicine experience across gastroenterology, hepatology, haematology, oncology, and intensive care.
Dr. Kamphausen offers comprehensive management of endocrine and metabolic diseases, supported by advanced hormonal testing and diagnostic imaging. Her expertise spans thyroid disorders, pituitary and adrenal diseases, parathyroid and bone metabolism, and reproductive endocrinology, including PCOS and endocrine-related infertility. She also provides specialised care in diabetes management, insulin resistance, dyslipidaemia, and metabolic syndrome, integrating modern technologies such as CGM and insulin pumps where appropriate. With a strong focus on patient-centred care, she develops individualised treatment plans and works within multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated, long-term management and preventive endocrine care.
Consultant Endocrinologist
Dr. Kirthika Jeyaraman is a Consultant Endocrinologist with nearly 20 years of international experience delivering advanced diabetes and endocrine care across leading NHS Trusts in London, Singapore Healthcare, and Dubai’s private healthcare sector. She is a member of the Royal College of Physicians (London) and a professional member of the British Thyroid Association, Society for Endocrinology, and Diabetes UK. Renowned for combining British clinical excellence with a modern, personalized approach, she provides comprehensive management of diabetes, thyroid and hormonal disorders, menopause, PCOS, obesity, osteoporosis, and pregnancy-related endocrine conditions. Her expertise includes insulin pump therapy, continuous glucose monitoring, and the management of complex and rare endocrine diseases. Dr. Kirthika’s practice is rooted in precision medicine, advanced technology, and structured patient education to ensure long-term, sustainable outcomes. She is particularly passionate about women’s health and innovative diabetes care, empowering patients to confidently take control of their metabolic and hormonal wellbeing.
Consultant Endocrinologist
Dr. Mohamad El Rawas is a board‑certified Consultant Endocrinologist with over 16 years of clinical experience in the diagnosis and management of complex endocrine disorders. He earned his MD and completed his Endocrinology specialty training at Saint Joseph University (USJ), Beirut, followed by advanced postgraduate training in France, including an AFS in Endocrinology and Metabolism (Paris Descartes University), a DIU in Thyroid Ultrasound (Claude Bernard Lyon 1 University), and a DU in Geriatric Medicine (Sorbonne University). He has practiced as a Consultant Endocrinologist across Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, bringing broad regional and international expertise.
Dr. El Rawas has extensive experience in managing Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes (including gestational diabetes and diabetes‑related complications), obesity and bariatric surgery assessment, dyslipidemia, hypertension, and hypoglycemia. His clinical focus also includes thyroid disorders, PCOS, osteoporosis and parathyroid diseases, as well as pituitary and adrenal gland disorders. He is additionally experienced in managing male hormonal and sexual dysfunction, delivering evidence‑based, personalized, and compassionate care to support long‑term patient outcomes.
Consultant Endocrinologist
Dr. Nesrine Marouani is a French Board‑Certified Endocrinologist with over 10 years of clinical experience in the management of complex endocrine and metabolic disorders. She completed her medical degree and specialist training at Pierre et Marie Curie University (Paris) and Jean Monnet University (Saint‑Étienne), with additional training in nephrology and infectious diseases. She later served as Head of the Endocrine Clinic at Saint‑Étienne Hospital and Jean Monnet University. Her practice spans comprehensive outpatient and inpatient endocrine care, alongside active involvement in medical education and clinical training.
In 2020, she relocated to Switzerland as an independent Consultant Endocrinologist, expanding her expertise in Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, including advanced diabetes technologies such as continuous glucose monitoring, insulin pumps, and automated insulin delivery systems. She has particular expertise in managing closed‑loop systems, AID platforms, and complex insulin pump therapies. Dr. Marouani also provides specialized care in obesity and metabolic syndrome, including medical weight‑loss therapies (GLP‑1 and GLP‑1/GIP) and pre‑ and post‑bariatric surgery follow‑up. She is a member of the Swiss Society of Endocrinology and Diabetology and is strongly committed to delivering high‑quality, patient‑centred care.
Consultant Endocrinologist
Dr. Saleh is a highly experienced endocrinologist with extensive expertise in the management and follow‑up of all types of diabetes, including complex cases and gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). He has advanced knowledge in insulin pump therapy and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), ensuring optimal care for patients using diabetes technologies. He also leads a multidisciplinary team (MDT) in the treatment and follow‑up of diabetic foot ulcers (DFU).
Dr. Saleh specializes in the management of complicated hypertension and disorders of lipid metabolism. His practice includes comprehensive care of thyroid diseases, pituitary disorders (both hyper‑ and hypopituitarism), and adrenal diseases such as Addison’s disease, primary hyperaldosteronism, pheochromocytomas, and paragangliomas. He is highly experienced in managing puberty disorders and performing stimulation and suppression tests for pituitary and adrenal gland assessment.
In addition, he manages parathyroid diseases, calcium and vitamin D metabolism, and provides long‑term care for patients with osteoporosis. Dr. Saleh is academically active and recently published a research article in the Sterility and Infertility Journal on adrenal steroid profiling to differentiate PCOS from non‑classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
Specialist Pediatric Endocrinologist
Dr. Selin Elmaogullari is a Specialist Pediatric Endocrinologist with nearly a decade of clinical and academic experience, dedicated to the diagnosis and management of a wide range of endocrine disorders in children. She specializes in growth and development disorders, pubertal disorders, thyroid and pituitary conditions, adrenal disorders, childhood obesity, and all types of diabetes, including advanced diabetes technologies. Dr. Elmaogullari is recognized for her holistic, child-centered approach, strong clinical decision-making, and effective communication with families from diverse cultural backgrounds.
She also manages vitamin D deficiencies and disorders of calcium metabolism, providing comprehensive endocrine care tailored to each child. Alongside her clinical practice, Dr. Elmaogullari has contributed to numerous national and international publications, demonstrating her commitment to advancing pediatric endocrine research. Her expertise combines evidence-based medicine with compassionate care, supporting both the medical and emotional needs of her patients and their families.
Consultant Endocrinologist
Dr. Syed Farrukh Shah is a UK‑trained Consultant Endocrinologist based in Al Nahda, Dubai, with over a decade of experience in managing complex endocrine and metabolic disorders. He completed his medical training in Pakistan and the UK, earning his CCT in Endocrinology and GIM, and has worked at leading hospitals in the Manchester region. Since 2019, he has served as a Consultant Endocrinologist in the UK and has contributed to community diabetes services in Pakistan, providing free insulin to underprivileged children through charitable initiatives.
Dr. Shah holds an MBA in International Healthcare Management and combines medical expertise with compassionate, patient‑centered care. His clinical interests include the management of complex diabetes, thyroid and parathyroid disorders, pituitary and adrenal diseases, PCOS, male hypogonadism, obesity, and lipid metabolism disorders, as well as the use of diabetes technologies such as insulin pumps and CGMs. He emphasizes holistic care, accurate diagnosis, evidence‑based treatment, and continuous patient education, making him a leading endocrinologist in Dubai.
