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.
Specialist Anesthesiologist
Dr. Lia Lijnzaat is a Portuguese Specialist in Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care, currently practicing as an Anesthesiologist at SEHA Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Abu Dhabi (2026). Clinical and academic experience encompasses perioperative medicine, critical care, paediatric anaesthesia, and pre-hospital emergency medicine, with specialist training in Anaesthesiology at Lisbon Central University Hospital. Holds an Integrated Master’s Degree in Medicine from the University of Porto, the European Diploma in Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care (Part I), and successful completion of the National Specialist Exam in Anaesthesiology. Advanced postgraduate education includes Anaesthesiology and Critical Care at the University of Valencia, alongside training in mechanical ventilation, difficult airway management, paediatric resuscitation, trauma care, and neuroanaesthesia.
Academic contributions include peer-reviewed publications, multiple book chapters, and more than 15 scientific communications, including oral and poster presentations. Teaching experience includes mentoring anaesthesiology trainees and delivering training to medical students, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams at national and international forums. Clinical interests include paediatric anaesthesia, emergency response, and high-fidelity simulation training, with additional training through leading European institutions including UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health and the European Society of Regional Anaesthesia. Concurrent professional experience includes service as a Pre-Hospital Emergency Physician with the Instituto Nacional de Emergência Médica (INEM).
Specialist Anesthesiologist & Critical Care Medicine
Dr. Annalisa Lerose is an Italy-trained Specialist Anesthesiologist and Critical Care Medicine, bringing dedicated expertise since 2021 to patients. Currently serving as a Specialist in Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine at American Hospital, Dubai. Known for a thorough, safety-focused approach to critical care, and her specialized expertise is shaped by extensive training and a strong focus on ICU care, spanning infections in ICU, prevention of hospital-acquired infections, and tailored antibiotic therapy. A passion for obstetric anesthesia drives a focus on epidural analgesia in labor and emergent or urgent c-sections. Completed elite subspecialty fellowships at renowned institutions including CHU de Montpellier, Centro Hospitalar de Lisboa Ocidental and the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine (ESICM), all obtained in 2023.
In daily practice, she is deeply committed to staying at the forefront of medical advancements, holding recent certifications in Neonatal Life Support, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and European Paediatric Immediate Life Support. Completed a Masterclass in Haemodynamic Monitoring for NEXT, further enhancing skills in critical care.
Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Anand Balasubramanian is a distinguished Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Injuries, elective joint reconstruction of Shoulder, Hip and Knee and comprehensive trauma care. Currently serving at Mediclinic Dubai, he brings over 13 years of medical experience to his highly sought-after practice. As a South African Board-certified surgeon with a prestigious Fellowship from the College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of South Africa, his international medical foundation in India and advanced fellowship training ensure a patient-centered, world-class approach to orthopedic health. Renowned for his precision and warm, reassuring bedside manner, Dr. Balasubramanian focuses on restoring mobility through expert management of complex orthopedic trauma, severe bone and joint infections (sepsis), and complex shoulder, hip and  knee ligament reconstructions for sports-related injuries and instability. His advanced surgical repertoire also includes minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, knee, and hip, alongside Total and Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty and primary lower limb joint replacements.
Dedicated to the future of medical excellence, Dr. Balasubramanian is a respected academic lecturer and an innovative clinical researcher. Demonstrating his commitment to advancing orthopedic solutions, he is currently developing a provisional patent for a specialized shoulder implant designed specifically for young patients with severely deficient rotator cuffs. By seamlessly combining cutting-edge surgical techniques with empathetic, individualized care, Dr. Balasubramanian ensures that every patient feels confident.
Consultant Gastroenterologist
Dr. Noé Quesada Vázquez is a Spanish Board-certified Consultant Gastroenterologist with over 10+ years of clinical experience delivering world-class, comprehensive digestive care. Currently practicing at American Hospital, Dubai, UAE, he brings a wealth of international expertise from some of the globe’s most prestigious medical institutions across Europe, the United States, and the Middle East, including the renowned Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. Board-certified by the Spanish Ministry of Health and holding the esteemed senior title of Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, he combines elite academic credentials with a deeply empathetic approach. Known for his warm bedside manner, Dr. Quesada Vázquez excels at breaking down complex medical information into clear, reassuring guidance, ensuring that every patient feels confident, understood, and well-cared for from their very first consultation.
In his clinical practice, Dr. Quesada Vázquez leverages the latest advancements in medicine to treat a diverse range of conditions, from chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and complex pancreatobiliary issues to metabolic liver diseases. He is especially sought after for his expertise in advanced, minimally invasive procedures, including diagnostic endoscopic ultrasounds and bariatric (weight loss) endoscopy like intragastric balloons and POSE treatments. Always prioritizing your physical comfort and peace of mind, he champions a highly tailored, multidisciplinary approach seamlessly collaborating with nutritionists and endocrinologists and utilizes gentle, non-invasive diagnostic tools like FibroScan whenever possible. Whether you are seeking a routine screening or a comprehensive management plan for a complex digestive condition, Dr. Quesada Vázquez is dedicated to designing a customized care pathway to restore your health and well-being.
Consultant Family Medicine
Dr. Diana Bursan is a Norwegian Board-certified Consultant Family Medicine currently treating patients at American Hospital, Dubai, UAE. With over 11 years of dedicated clinical experience, she is renowned for her warm, holistic, and patient-centered approach to healthcare. Dr. Bursan earned her Medical Degree in Romania and completed her extensive specialization across high-volume primary care practices and emergency services in Norway. This diverse, international background has equipped her with robust clinical insight and a calm, reassuring presence. She is a passionate advocate for continuity of care and patient education, always taking the time to ensure that individuals feel truly heard, understood, and supported at every stage of life.
In her daily practice, Dr. Bursan provides empathetic, comprehensive care tailored to the unique needs of the entire family. Her expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of acute and chronic conditions, from guiding parents through children’s health and developmental milestones to providing compassionate elderly care and mental health support. She holds a special focus on comprehensive women’s wellness including antenatal care, menopause, and hormonal management while also emphasizing early diagnosis and preventive medicine. By offering precision ultrasound diagnostics, safe in-clinic minor surgeries like skin lesion removals, and evidence-based lifestyle medicine programs, Dr. Bursan expertly coordinates seamless medical care to help her patients build sustainable, lifelong wellbeing.
Consultant Neurosurgeon
Dr. Hari Ramakonar is a Australian Board-Certified Consultant Neurosurgeon who brings 19 years of dedicated medical experience to his patients. Currently practicing at the American Hospital, Dubai, also known for his warm, patient-centered approach to complex care. As a board-certified Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS), Dr. Ramakonar has built a deep foundation of trust and clinical excellence. His specialized expertise is shaped by world-class, international training, having completed elite subspecialty fellowships at renowned institutions across Canada including the University of Toronto and the University of Western Ontario as well as the prestigious Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne.
In his daily practice, Dr. Ramakonar cares for both adults and children facing complex neurological and spinal conditions, ranging from epilepsy and brain tumors to severe spinal injuries. He is deeply committed to surgical safety and precision, specializing in advanced, minimally invasive procedures like Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for movement disorders and SEEG for careful seizure mapping. What truly sets his practice apart is his integration of cutting-edge neurotechnology. By utilizing artificial intelligence and real-time vascular imaging in the operating room, Dr. Ramakonar maximizes surgical safety and precision, offering his patients reassuring, world-class care and the best possible path to recovery.
Consultant Orthopedics Surgeon
Dr. Ahmad Hussein is a German Board-certified highly trusted Consultant Orthopedics Surgeon, currently providing expert care at Burjeel Royal Hospital, Al Ain. Backed by over 16 years of clinical experience and a rigorous German Board Certification, his career is defined by extensive international training across Germany, Egypt, and Greece. He focuses on delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care for both adults and children, expertly treating everything from everyday sports injuries and joint wear-and-tear (osteoarthritis) to complex trauma affecting muscles, ligaments, and tendons.
In the operating room, Dr. Hussein specializes in advanced joint replacements for the hip, knee, and shoulder, handling both primary procedures and intricate revisions with precision. He is also highly skilled in minimally invasive keyhole (arthroscopic) surgeries, prioritizing modern techniques that ensure a faster, smoother recovery for his patients. Beyond his direct clinical practice, Dr. Hussein is a dedicated mentor to specialist trainees in academic hospitals. By continuously mastering the latest orthopedic technologies, he ensures that every patient receives sophisticated, evidence-based treatment designed to help them confidently regain their mobility and quality of life.
Specialist ENT
Dr. Sachin Bansod is a dedicated Specialist ENT Surgeon at NMC Specialty Hospital in Al Nahda and NMC Medical Centre, Al Quoz, Dubai, UAE, where he focuses on giving patients both the most advanced treatments and a genuinely reassuring experience. With over 13 years of experience in medicine and nearly a decade specializing in complex oncological and reconstructive surgeries, he has built a strong foundation of trust within the medical community. His background includes a Master of Surgery (M.S.) in ENT, along with a specialized Fellowship in Head & Neck Cancer Surgery. He is also deeply involved in shaping the future of his field as a mentor to junior doctors and a frequent speaker at national medical conferences, meaning his patients directly benefit from a surgeon who stays at the forefront of modern medical research.
Over the course of his career, Dr. Bansod has successfully managed more than 3,000 complex surgical cases, helping patients overcome head and neck cancers, salivary gland tumors, and severe ENT conditions. He is highly skilled in performing precise, critical procedures, from thyroid and salivary gland removals to minimally invasive sinus surgeries and complex airway repairs designed to restore normal breathing. What truly defines his practice is his focus on the person behind the diagnosis. Dr. Bansod takes a patient-centered approach to every consultation, working closely with individuals to create evidence-based treatment plans that prioritize not just long-term survival but also a meaningful, high quality of life.
Consultant Pediatrician
Dr. Marcus Hill San Yeung is a trusted Consultant Pediatrician who brings over two decades of medical expertise to his practice, including 15 years of dedicated frontline service within the NHS. Currently caring for families at the Shiekh Shakhbout Medical City in Abu Dhabi, he is known for an empathetic, patient-centered approach that prioritizes the comfort of both young patients and their parents. His clinical authority is backed by a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in General Paediatrics and Fellowship of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (FRCPCH). To ensure his patients benefit from the most advanced, evidence-based care, Dr. Yeung continually updates his skills, including undertaking specialized international training for acute pediatric settings.
In his daily practice, Dr. Yeung focuses on stabilizing and supporting critically ill newborns, infants, and children through intensive and high-dependency medical care. He is highly sought-after for his ability to manage urgent and complex childhood illnesses, navigating everything from severe infections (sepsis) to pediatric strokes and sudden breathing emergencies with a calm, reassuring demeanor. Parents can feel confident in his expertise when advanced, precise interventions are needed he routinely performs gentle, ultrasound guided IV placements, newborn breathing support (neonatal intubations), and safe chest fluid removal. Through every step of treatment, Dr. Yeung remains deeply committed to delivering exceptional pediatric medicine that puts the family first.
Consultant Psychiatrist
Dr. Yazeed Alsanad is a Canadian board-certified Consultant Psychiatrist who brings a deeply empathetic, patient-first approach to complex mental health care. Drawing on 15 years of clinical experience across leading institutions in Canada, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia, he currently serves as a Consultant Psychiatrist at Harley Street Medical Centre, Abu Dhabi. For Dr. AlSanad, exceptional psychiatric care means looking beyond the diagnosis to treat the whole person. He takes a naturally calm and thoughtful approach, blending rigorous medical accuracy with a deep respect for his patients’ long-term wellbeing and lived experiences.
In his practice, Dr. AlSanad specializes in adult and geriatric psychiatry, often stepping in to help patients navigate difficult-to-treat conditions like treatment-resistant depression, bipolar disorder, severe anxiety, OCD, and trauma. Because mental health recovery is rarely one-size-fits-all, he offers a highly personalized toolkit. This ranges from advanced medication management and talk therapies such as CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and DBT, to cutting-edge neurostimulation treatments like ECT and rTMS. Whether he is helping an older adult manage dementia or supporting a patient through complex medical recoveries involving bariatric surgery or oncology, his ultimate goal is always to help his patients reclaim their confidence and quality of life.
