Fakeeh University Hospital 49CP+RG - Nadd Hessa - Dubai Silicon Oasis - Dubai
Fakeeh University Hospital is an academic medical center in Dubai providing comprehensive medical and surgical services alongside education and research. The hospital offers advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities supported by modern facilities and a university-based clinical environment.
With a strong focus on clinical excellence, patient safety, and evidence-based care, Fakeeh University Hospital integrates healthcare delivery with medical education and training. Supported by multidisciplinary teams, the hospital delivers services aligned with international standards and contributes to the development of healthcare professionals and advanced care in Dubai.
49CP+RG - Nadd Hessa - Dubai Silicon Oasis - Dubai
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Fakeeh University Hospital provides a wide range of medical and surgical specialties, including cardiology, neurology, neurosurgery, orthopaedics, oncology, gastroenterology, obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics, urology, emergency care, robotic surgery, and many other specialised services.
Yes. FUH has a 24/7 Emergency Department in Dubai Silicon Oasis, providing emergency and trauma care for adults, children, and pregnant women. The hospital also has a Level II Trauma Center and round-the-clock emergency support.
Patients can book an appointment through the hospital’s online appointment services or contact FUH directly at +971 4 414 44 44. The hospital provides outpatient consultations across its various medical specialties.
Yes. FUH provides advanced healthcare services including robotic surgery, neurointerventional and interventional radiology, stroke management, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, intensive care, cardiac care, and specialised cancer treatment.
Yes. FUH has an International Patient Services programme for patients seeking medical care from outside the UAE. International patients can submit their medical history, diagnosis, and medical reports for assistance in planning their care.
Consultant Pulmonologist
Dr. Ashutosh Sharma is a distinguished Consultant Pulmonologist providing world-class respiratory care at Fakeeh University Hospital in Dubai, UAE. With 21 years of clinical experience, Dr. Sharma’s comprehensive expertise is built on extensive international training and service at elite healthcare institutions across the United Kingdom and India. He holds prestigious Board Certifications alongside a UK Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in both Respiratory and General Internal Medicine. Beyond his active clinical practice, Dr. Sharma is a trusted Clinical Lead, a published medical researcher, and a committed educator who has successfully established specialist services, ensuring his patients always benefit from the latest evidence-based advancements in respiratory medicine.
Renowned for his compassionate and patient-centered approach, Dr. Sharma specializes in the comprehensive management of Interstitial Lung Disease (scarring and inflammation of the lungs), lung cancer, and acute respiratory failure. His advanced procedural expertise includes minimally invasive airway examinations (flexible bronchoscopy), advanced lung ultrasounds (Endobronchial Ultrasound or EBUS), and complex pleural procedures such as indwelling catheters for fluid drainage. Whether optimizing breathing support therapies (Non-Invasive Ventilation) or leading complex multidisciplinary case management, Dr. Sharma is dedicated to delivering reassuring, high-value care across both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Consultant General Surgeon
Dr. Appou Tamijmarane is a highly skilled Consultant General Surgeon with over 34 years of experience in surgery, including 18 years in the UK as a consultant in general, hepatobiliary-pancreatic, and upper gastrointestinal surgery. Dr. Tamijmarane is renowned for his expertise in advanced laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgical techniques, as well as his significant contributions to cancer surgery and trauma care. Currently, Dr. Appou is working s a Consultant General Surgeon at Fakeeh University Hospital.
Dr. Appou’s surgical career spanned prestigious institutions like JIPMER, India, Royal Free Hospital, London, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Birmingham, and the Royal Infirmary in Edinburgh. He had previously been a consultant surgeon at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, in Scotland for 18 years, where he led the surgical team and supported multidisciplinary diagnostic cancer management services. He had an excellent track record in terms of patient outcomes following complex major surgeries, a broad aspect of general surgery, cancer, and trauma surgery using innovative techniques and a bespoke approach. He also has expertise in performing ERCP and advanced upper GI endoscopies, including therapeutic scopes.
Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Tamijmarane was an accomplished educator and trainer. He guided medical students at the University of Aberdeen and trained surgical trainees and colleagues in advanced procedures like ERCP. He also had extensive experience in both undergraduate medical student teaching and postgraduate resident surgical training and had also acted as an appraiser for fellow consultants.
Consultant Pediatric Critical Care
Dr. James Bryce Lothian is a Canadian-trained physician with over 20 years of experience in Pediatric Critical Care, holding certifications in Pediatrics, Pediatric Respirology, and Pediatric Critical Care from leading institutions in Canada and the United States. He served in senior clinical and academic roles across Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom, including Locum Consultant at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Pediatric Lung Care Specialist at St. Mary’s Hospital, and Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Saskatchewan.
His expertise encompasses Pediatric Intensive Care, including mechanical ventilation, non-invasive ventilation (NIV), continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), and PICU bronchoscopy. He has a strong subspecialty focus in Pediatric Pulmonology, managing long-term ventilation, neuromuscular disorders, and bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD). In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Lothian is actively engaged in research, with published studies addressing pediatric respiratory diseases, immune modulation in atopic asthma, and obstructive airway disease.
Consultant Neurosurgeon
Dr. Nils D. Haberland is a highly experienced German Consultant Neurosurgeon with more than 33 years of expertise, specializing in complex spine, brain, and peripheral nerve surgery. He is internationally recognized for pioneering high-tech neurosurgical procedures, including spine and brain navigation, robotic-assisted surgery, minimally invasive techniques, and advanced 3D spine navigation. Throughout his career, he has practiced extensively in Germany, Egypt, and the United Arab Emirates, bringing a truly global perspective to patient care. Dr. Haberland has held prestigious leadership roles, including Head of the Neurosurgical Department at BG Hospital in Frankfurt, Germany, as well as senior positions in multiple international spine centers. His clinical expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of advanced spinal procedures, such as artificial disc replacement, endoscopic and microscopic decompression, complex spinal fusion techniques, kyphoplasty, vertebroplasty, and thoracoscopic spine surgery. In addition, he is highly skilled in interventional pain management, offering spine injections, radiofrequency treatments, and cryotherapy, while holding honorary titles of Doctor Honoris Causa and Professor Honoris Causa in recognition of his contributions to neurosurgery.
Consultant Pediatric Pulmonologist
Dr. Amine Daher is a board-certified specialist in Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine with extensive experience in both the fields. Having completed his subspecialty training at reputable institutions in the United States, Dr. Daher holds triple American Board Certification in General Pediatrics, Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine. He has spent several years practicing in the US, where he held leadership roles such as medical director of pediatric chronic tracheostomy and ventilator programs. Dr. Daher also founded and led a successful pediatric sleep center, earning accreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
Dr. Daher’s professional objective is to provide exceptional care in Sleep Medicine and Pediatric Pulmonology. His skills include the management of pediatric and adult sleep disorders, interpretation of sleep studies, non invasive ventilation, and flexible bronchoscopy.
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
Dr. Alaeldin Eltom is an American Board–Certified Consultant Interventional Cardiologist and a graduate of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. He completed his Internal Medicine residency followed by advanced fellowship training in Interventional Cardiology and Structural Heart Disease. Dr. Eltom has trained and practiced in high-volume centers, gaining extensive experience managing complex coronary, valvular, peripheral vascular, and structural heart conditions. His clinical expertise spans Clinical and Interventional Cardiology, Structural Heart Disease, and Peripheral Vascular Disease. He is highly skilled in advanced cardiovascular imaging, including TTE and TEE with 3D technology, CCTA, stress testing, stress echocardiography, and nuclear imaging interpretation. Dr. Eltom values continuity of care in outpatient practice and is deeply committed to patient education and teaching medical students and residents in cardiovascular medicine.
Consultant Gastroenterologist
Dr. Hakam Al-Balas is a board-certified Consultant Gastroenterologist with over 13 years of clinical experience, including more than 8 years of specialized gastroenterology training in Germany. Prior to relocating to the UAE, he served as Head of the Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Helios Frankenwaldklinik in Bavaria. He completed his residency and fellowship in internal medicine and gastroenterology at St. Josefs Hospital Dortmund, affiliated with the University of Münster. He later worked as a Consultant at Wilhelm-Anton Hospital in Goch, a teaching hospital of the University of Düsseldorf, where he advanced his expertise in complex endoscopic procedures. Dr. Al-Balas is an expert interventional endoscopist with extensive experience in diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower GI endoscopy, capsule endoscopy, ERCP, and endoscopic ultrasound. His advanced procedural skills include EMR, ESD, full-thickness resection, PEG placement, cholangioscopy, and management of gastrointestinal bleeding. He has strong expertise in bariatric endoscopy, including intragastric balloon therapy, endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG), and transoral outlet reduction (TORe).
His clinical focus includes inflammatory bowel disease, functional gastrointestinal disorders, GERD, Barrett’s esophagus, colorectal cancer screening, and nutritional optimization. He also provides comprehensive hepatology care, managing fatty liver disease, fibrosis, cirrhosis, hepatobiliary disorders, and pancreatic diseases. Dr. Al-Balas is recognized for his commitment to clinical excellence, innovation in endoscopic techniques, multidisciplinary collaboration, and compassionate, patient-centered care.
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 Nephrologist
Dr. Asra Karim is a UK-trained Consultant Nephrologist with fellowship training in renal transplantation. She completed her specialist training in the UK and previously worked at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, a leading tertiary renal centre. Her clinical expertise spans chronic and acute kidney disease, haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, renal transplantation, anaemia of CKD, hypertension, renal diabetes, and glomerular kidney diseases. Currently, as a Consultant Nephrologist at Fakeeh University Hospital, she is delivering excellent clinical services.
She has a special interest in the management of advanced kidney disease and provides comprehensive, patient-centered care across the full renal journey. Dr. Karim is experienced in interventional nephrology, including tunneled dialysis catheter insertion and kidney biopsy. Her academic interests focus on dialysis innovation and transplant outcomes, with contributions to peer-reviewed publications and international conference presentations.
Consultant Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dr. Muhammad Nayef is a highly accomplished Consultant Gynecology and Obstetrics, bringing decades of clinical and leadership experience to the forefront of women’s healthcare. Renowned for his expertise in gynecological oncology, minimally invasive surgery, and obstetrics, he holds the elite MIC III certification, an achievement held by only 100 of over 18,000 gynecologists in Germany, demonstrating his exceptional surgical proficiency. Now, serving as a Consultant Obstetrics and Gynecology at Fakeeh University Hospital delivering the best clinical treatments.
Dr. Nayef has a proven track record of successfully leading and restructuring gynecological departments, implementing modern surgical techniques, and fostering multidisciplinary collaborations across institutions. His passion for clinical excellence and innovation in gynecological oncology has significantly enhanced patient outcomes and departmental performance.
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Fakeeh University Hospital 49CP+RG - Nadd Hessa - Dubai Silicon Oasis - Dubai
Opening Hours:
| Monday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–6 PM |
