Meet our team of highly qualified doctors
Dr. Abdulghani Moussa Pacha
Consultant Radiologist and Neuroradiologist / InterventionalDr. Abdulghani Moussa Pacha
Consultant Radiologist and Neuroradiologist / InterventionalDr. Abdulghani Pacha is a German Board-Certified Consultant Radiologist and Neuroradiologist with extensive experience in his field. Additionally, he has worked in numerous prominent hospitals in Germany, is a member of multiple societies including European Society of Radiology and German Society of Interventional Radiology and Minimal-Invasive Therapy and has achieved his fellowship at the Department of Radiology and Neuroradiology, Germany.
Dr. Abner Abejo
Specialist Internal MedicineDr. Abner Abejo
Specialist Internal MedicineDr. Abner Rivas Abejo has over 15 years of extensive experience working as an Internal Medicine Specialist. Before joining Al Zahra Hospital Dubai, he worked in numerous hospitals in the Philippines, Singapore, Maldives and the UAE. He gained his M.D. degree in Medicine from Far Eastern University and then pursued a Specialist Training Course in Internal Medicine at East Avenue Medical Center.
Dr. Adlin Preema Mathias
PhysiotherapistDr. Adlin Preema Mathias
PhysiotherapistDr. Mathias graduated from Manipal University as a physiotherapist and further specialized in musculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation. She has over 5 years of experience and has been a member of the Indian Academy Of Physiotherapy since 2017. Previously, Dr. Mathias worked as a senior specialist at Hitech Medicare Hospital, India.
Dr. Afshin Iranpour
Anesthesiologist, MDDr. Afshin Iranpour
Anesthesiologist, MDHis career has spanned substantial clinical experience in anesthetizing patients for elective and emergency procedures for a variety of surgical specialties (General and Thoracic Surgery, Pediatrics, Bariatric, Head & Neck, Orthopedics, Ophthalmic, Plastics, Urology and Obstetrics & Gynecology). He has a special interest in Regional Anesthesia, Peripheral Nerve Blocks, and difficult airway management. Dr. Afshin has 12 scientific publications and research articles in Anesthesia and Critical Care Medicine.
Dr. Ahmed A. M. Ewaida
Consultant Internal Medicine & NephrologyDr. Ahmed A. M. Ewaida
Consultant Internal Medicine & NephrologyDr. Ahmed Ewaida is a Consultant Physician with 19 years of experience. He started his career in 2001, at the Central Hospital of the Medical University of Warsaw - Poland, as a physician in the department of Nephrology, specifically Dialysis and Internal Medicine, where he acquired his specialization in Internal Medicine & Nephrology.
Dr. Ahmed Elnagar
PhysiotherapistDr. Ahmed Elnagar
PhysiotherapistDr. Ahmed Elnagar is a physiotherapist with 9 years of experience. Throughout his professional work experience he applied different therapy methods for the treatment of musculoskeletal cases, sports injuries, and neuromuscular disorders. Currently, Dr. El nagar is a physiotherapist at Al Zahra Hospital Dubai and a member of their taskforce team of clinical care program.
Dr. Ahmed Hassan
Head of Urology, Consultant Urologist & Robotic Urologic SurgeonDr. Ahmed Hassan
Head of Urology, Consultant Urologist & Robotic Urologic SurgeonDr. Ahmed Hassan is a Double Board-Certified Consultant Urologist with 30 years of experience in leading hospitals in Dubai and Germany. He has completed his education with a doctoral degree in medicine, majoring in Urology along with gaining extensive practice in the diagnosis and treatment of genitourinary diseases. Currently, Dr. Hassan works as the Head of Urology Services and Consultant Urologist with Al Zahra Hospital Dubai.
Dr. Ahmed Labib
Consultant - Orthopedics and Sports injuries Head Of DepartmentDr. Ahmed Labib
Consultant - Orthopedics and Sports injuries Head Of DepartmentDr. Ahmed Labib is a Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon and Traumatologist with more than 20 years’ experience. He is passionate about minimally invasive techniques especially arthroscopic sports injuries reconstruction, reviewing approximately 6000 patients yearly with more than 200 surgeries performed annually. Through his vast experience in arthroscopic knee and shoulder sports injuries reconstruction and management of all trauma cases as well as joint replacement surgeries for the knee, Dr. Labib is able to provide specialized care and quality service for all his patients.
Dr. Aisha Rashid Khan
PhysiotherapistDr. Aisha Rashid Khan
PhysiotherapistDr. Aisha Khan graduated from MGM Institute of Health Sciences as a physiotherapist. She has over 4 years of experience at Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai, which is a JCI accredited hospital. Dr. Aisha Khan also worked as an independent physiotherapist and created care plans for over 16,000 patients. She was awarded as the best doctor in Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital for outstanding performance and excellent patient feedback.
Dr. Alaa Eldin Moustafa Saleh
Internist / Rheumatologist & Head of DepartmentDr. Alaa Eldin Moustafa Saleh
Internist / Rheumatologist & Head of DepartmentDr. Alaa Eldin has more than 27 years of experience gained from his work and training in Egypt and Saudi Arabia. His main interest is Rheumatology patients who have conditions such as: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Spondyloarthritis like Ankylosing Spondylitis, Crystal induces arthritis like Gout, Scleroderma, and other collagen diseases.
Dr. Ali Issa
Specialist- Gastroenterology and HepatologyDr. Ali Issa
Specialist- Gastroenterology and HepatologyDr. Ali Issa is a Gastroenterology and Hepatology specialist with over 16 years of experience in his field. He graduated from Aleppo University in 1998, obtained a Master’s degree in internal medicine at Damascus University, and a higher diploma in gastroenterology in 2005. He then worked and trained in France from 2008 to 2012 in Edouard Herriot university hospital in Lyon, which is one of the leading centers in Europe in gastroenterology, interventional endoscopy, and transplantation. His later experiences include working in Montpellier university hospital then Beziers hospital until 2017, when he joined AL Zahra Hospital Dubai as a specialist in Gastroenterology and Hepatology.
Dr. Amira Adel Kotb
PhysiotherapistDr. Amira Adel Kotb
PhysiotherapistDr. Amira Adel Kotb is a physiotherapist with more than 3 years of experience. She has work experience from two different facilities in Egypt and was also in charge of the rehabilitation of patients in the IPD, OPD, and ICU. Currently, Dr. Amira Adel Kotb works in Al Zahra Hospital Dubai as a physiotherapist.
Dr. Amr Elzawahry
Head of Pediatric ServicesDr. Amr Elzawahry
Head of Pediatric ServicesDr. Amr Elzawahry is a distinguished Pediatrician with over 30 years of experience in the pediatric field. He started his practice and teaching career at the Ain Shams University Cairo. He continued his teaching career in Sohar Hospital University in Oman from 1996 till 2000. He Later became a Senior Specialist in Latifa Hospital, Dubai, covering the inpatient, outpatient, pediatric emergency, and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit for 14 years. In 2014, he joined Sheikh Khalifa General Hospital as a Consultant Pediatrician under the Ministry of Presidential Affairs. His most recent position was as Head of Department at a prestigious UK Hospital.
Dr. Amrita Pal Kaur Ahluwalia
Specialist DermatologyDr. Amrita Pal Kaur Ahluwalia
Specialist DermatologyGeneral Dermatology (including diseases of skin, hair and nails) - adults and Pediatric. Common dermatology conditions like acne, psoriasis, infections, vitiligo, and seborrheic dermatitis. Rashes and Allergies (urticaria), eczema. Skin cancer screening diagnosis and treatment. Mole mapping, treatment of moles and benign skin lesions. Biological therapy for various skin conditions like psoriasis, atopic dermatitis. Dermatological Rx like Phototherapy –for psoriasis, eczema, vitiligo, mycosis fungoides. Dermatological surgery for benign (warts, molluscum, moles) or cancerous lesions (BCC, Melanoma). Cosmetic Dermatology (chemical peels, non-ablative& ablative radiofrequency, Derma rollers). Lasers (Hair reduction, Skin Rejuvenation).
Dr. Amro Ali Abdelazim
Consultant, Anaesthesiology, MDDr. Amro Ali Abdelazim
Consultant, Anaesthesiology, MD
Dr. Amruta Katkar
PhysiotherapistDr. Amruta Katkar
PhysiotherapistDr. Amruta Katkar graduated from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences as a physiotherapist. She has 12 years of professional experience and previously worked as the head of department of physiotherapy in NMC Royal Hospital, DIP. Currently, Dr. Amruta Katkar works as a physiotherapist in Al Zahra Hospital Dubai.
Dr. Andreas Appelt
Consultant, Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine - MDDr. Andreas Appelt
Consultant, Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine - MDDr. Andreas Appelt is a German-trained Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon. He has more than 30 years of experience in the conservative and operative treatment of orthopedic conditions. He has treated a wide spectrum of spinal and joint cases with minimally invasive procedures and performed arthroscopic operations of the knees and shoulders, and knee and hip replacements. For more than five years, Dr. Appelt worked in University Clinic in Heidelberg, Germany, and then he operated his own Clinic in Neu-Ulm and Weißenhorn.
Dr. Annelyse Ballin
Otolaryngologist (ENT) SpecialistDr. Annelyse Ballin
Otolaryngologist (ENT) SpecialistDr. Annelyse Ballin is a Brazilian Board Certified Otolaryngologist (ENT), with a fellowship in the USA focused on nasal surgeries and rhinoplasty. Committed to providing the best and most updated treatment to each patient, Dr. Annelyse participates and speaks in Medical Conferences, and has been publishing multiples articles in American Journals, as well as Medical Book chapters. Dr Annelyse has vast experience in all pediatric and adults general ENT subjects, such as nasal obstruction, nasal allergies, septal deviation, nasal deformities, facial pain, sinusitis, throat pain, voice disorders, cough, snoring, sleep apnea, hearing problems, ear problems, and enlarged tonsils.
Dr. Anthony Okeke
InternistDr. Anthony Okeke
InternistWorked in National Health Service (NHS) UK for 21 years.
Dr. Anwar Mousa Micheal
Consultant PediatricianDr. Anwar Mousa Micheal
Consultant PediatricianExperienced Board Certified Pediatrician with over 20 years experience. Dr. Mousa provides integrated medical care to children 34 weeks and above.
Dr. Avneesh Kour
Specialist – Obstetrics & Gynaecology (Fetal Medicine)Dr. Avneesh Kour
Specialist – Obstetrics & Gynaecology (Fetal Medicine)Dr Avneesh Kour is a Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology (Fetal Medicine). She is working in Dubai for the past 14 years, focusing on fetal medicine for the last 11 years.
Dr. Babar Bashir Chaudhri
Consultant Cardiac and Thoracic SurgeonDr. Babar Bashir Chaudhri
Consultant Cardiac and Thoracic SurgeonDr. Chaudhri studied Medicine at the University of Cambridge and has been in clinical practice since 1992. He was comprehensively trained in cardiac and thoracic surgery in London and Scotland. He then super specialized in aortic, mitral and minimally invasive cardiac surgery and heart as well as lung transplantation during fellowships in Harefield and Freeman Hospitals in the UK and in MHH, Hannover, Germany. He has performed more than 5500 adult cardiac surgical operations and 900 major thoracic operations.
Dr. Basema Jamal Eddin
Consultant in Obstetrics & GynecologyDr. Basema Jamal Eddin
Consultant in Obstetrics & GynecologyDr. Basema has more than 15 years experience in obstetrics and gynecology field,she performed more than 4000 cesarean section and specialist.
Dr. Behrad Elahi
SPECIALIST - INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGYDr. Behrad Elahi
SPECIALIST - INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGYDr. Behrad Elahi is an Iranian Board Certified interventional cardiologist with more than 8 years experience in hospital and clinical setting .He is an elite Cardiologist trained as a Heart Team Leader in Zurich University ,with a strong ability to take the best final decision in critical and complex scenarios related to heart health. He has more than 50 publications and presentations in international and local conferences, journals and newspapers. He trained in Cardiology in Tehran University and became member of National Talents Foundation for his abilities.
Dr. Carlos Sanchez Salguero
Consultant PediatricianDr. Carlos Sanchez Salguero
Consultant PediatricianDr. Carlos Sanchez, Consultant Pediatrician, completed his bachelor’s degree in Medicine in 1992, with an extraordinary award for his qualifications. After completing his studies and receiving his medical degree, he worked for one year in the Spanish armed forces as a 2nd Lieutenant Doctor. Additionally, he did his Fellowship in Pediatrics from 1995 to 1998 in Cadiz University Hospital along with a Pediatric Allergies Fellowship from University Hospital “La Fe” in Valencia and learned about molecular techniques applied in allergy for 3 months in St Thomas Hospital, London.
Dr. Christelle Abboud
Specialist - Gynecologist and ObstetricianDr. Christelle Abboud
Specialist - Gynecologist and ObstetricianDr. Christelle Abboud is a French Gynecologist and Obstetrician. Born in Lebanon, she graduated from Saint-Joseph University in Beirut. She completed her post-graduate training in Hotel-Dieu de France Hospital in Lebanon. She then pursued her sub-specialties in leading healthcare institutions in France, such as Institut Curie in Paris (oncologic gynecology and breast surgery), Antoine Bécleère Hospital in Clamart (management of high-risk pregnancies), and Lyon Sud Hospital in Lyon (oncologic gynecology and vaginal surgery).
Dr. Christian Jozsa
Specialist in Obstretics and Gynaecology, Laparoscopic surgeryDr. Christian Jozsa
Specialist in Obstretics and Gynaecology, Laparoscopic surgeryDr. Jozsa has 19 years of experience in Gynaecology and Obstetrics. He graduated from Semmelweis University of Medicine, Hungary in 1992, then continued his studies in Germany at the University of Ulm.
Dr. Darwin G. Diego
PhysiotherapistDr. Darwin G. Diego
PhysiotherapistDr. Darwin G. Diego is a Physiotherapist with a bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy. With 8 years of experience in maintaining and supporting physical health, he has developed several evidence-based treatment techniques from qualified hospitals in the Philippines and Turkey. Dr. Diego is a proficient and compassionate registered physiotherapist with qualified experience. Presently, Dr. Diego works in Al Zahra Hospital Dubai as a physiotherapist.
Dr. Deepak Bhatia
Specialist - Orthopaedic (Knee and Shoulder Surgeon)Dr. Deepak Bhatia
Specialist - Orthopaedic (Knee and Shoulder Surgeon)Dr. Bhatia’s areas of special interest include all aspects of surgery of the knee and shoulder. In particular, he specializes in joint replacement surgery including the full flexed/high flex knee replacement for Asian and Middle Eastern patients. He has carried out more than 3000 knee replacements, hip replacements and shoulder replacements.
Dr. Deepti Shukla
Consultant Histopathology and CytopathologyDr. Deepti Shukla
Consultant Histopathology and CytopathologyDr. Deepti Shukla is certified by the American Board of Pathology in Anatomic and Clinical pathology (2004). Dr. Shukla received her medical degrees from MGM Medical College Indore, India (1994). There after she pursued her post-doc Fellowship in Department of pathology at WVU, USA .She completed her Anatomic and Clinical pathology residency training at WVU and LSU , Shreveport , USA (1999- 2003) and was chosen for the prestigious position of Chief resident at LSU. Subsequently, she completed fellowship training in Gastro Intestinal Pathology at the renowned Mount Sinai Hospital, New York. (2004)
Dr. Denesh Gopalan
Specialist Gastroenterology - MD; FRCP (UK)Dr. Denesh Gopalan
Specialist Gastroenterology - MD; FRCP (UK)Dr. Gopalan has been practising medicine for over 25 years and Gastroenterology for 20 years. He has significant experience in all areas of Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology, and regularly conducts procedures such as Upper GI Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, ERCP, Capsule Endoscopy, PH monitoring, CRE balloon dilatation of strictures, and STRETTA. He has been working in Dubai for the past 10 yrs.
Dr. Divyashree Uchil
PhysiotherapistDr. Divyashree Uchil
PhysiotherapistDr. Divyashree Uchil is a physiotherapist with over 5 years of experience. She is a Life member of the Indian Association of Physiotherapists and currently works as a physiotherapist in Al Zahra Hospital Dubai.
Dr. Dorai Ramanathan
Head of Oncology ServicesDr. Dorai Ramanathan
Head of Oncology ServicesDr. Dorai Ramanathan is a highly qualified Oncologist from the United Kingdom with over 13 years’ experience in managing adult cancer patients. His expertises is in Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy for all adult solid tumors. His sites of special interest are Breast, Lung, Gynaecological and Colon cancer. He has experience in prescribing Chemotherapy, targeted treatment and Immunotherapy. He is also a qualified Radiation Oncologist from UK, and is an expert in delivering treatment in techniques such as IMRT (Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy) and IGRT (Image Guided Radiotherapy).
Dr. Ed Ashtar
Consultant Medical Oncology and Clinical HematologyDr. Ed Ashtar
Consultant Medical Oncology and Clinical HematologyDr. Ed Ashtar is Triple American Board Certified, with more than 15 years of experience. He completed his fellowship in the USA in Medical Oncology and Hematology at the National Institutes of Health - Bethesda, Maryland. During that time, he was also the Chief of the Oncology fellows at NIH.
Dr. Eftekhar Al Ojaimi
Consultant - Obstetrician and GynaecologistDr. Eftekhar Al Ojaimi
Consultant - Obstetrician and GynaecologistDr. Al-Ojaimi is a consultant in obstetrics and gynecology since 1996. Dr. Al-Ojaimi worked in Salmaniya Medical Complex (SMC) at Kingdom of Bahrain, and in different hospitals in UK. She was the Medical Education Coordinator in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at SMC, Kingdom of Bahrain, Arabian Gulf (1996-1998), and Chairperson, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, SMC, Kingdom of Bahrain, Arabian Gulf in 2000. She holds the position of Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynaecology at SMC, Kingdom of Bahrain, Arabian Gulf (1996-2010). She worked in Dubai, UAE at Dubai Hospital as Consultant and Head, Obstetrics and Gynaecology (2010-2012). And at Dr Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group as Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynaecology (2013-2014).
Dr. Fadel Fouad Gendy Lotfalla
Specialist NeurosurgeonDr. Fadel Fouad Gendy Lotfalla
Specialist NeurosurgeonHas 34 years of experience in the field of Neurosurgery and Spinal Surgery. He worked 25 years in Rashid Hospital, as well as 8 years in Qassimi Hospital in Sharjah. He was a Clinical Lecturer in the faculty of Medicine – Sharjah University. He is interested in minimum invasive Spinal Surgery. He got training in Vienna University –Austria and New Jersey – USA. He was trained for cervical spine surgery at Barcelona University in Spain and for Microsurgery at Columbia University in New York. He presented many paper researches in International conferences in UAE and other countries.
Dr. Fadi Iskandarani
Consultant Pediatric SurgeonDr. Fadi Iskandarani
Consultant Pediatric SurgeonDr. Iskandarani is a highly skilled Consultant Pediatric Surgeon, with over 20 years of experience in his field. Specializing in a wide range of pediatric conditions from pediatric urology and neonatal surgery to hepato-biliary surgery and solid tumor oncologic surgery, he has carried out numerous uniquely successful procedures. Previously, he has worked as the head of pediatric surgery in two different hospitals in Lebanon and gained practice working as a pediatric surgeon in Paris, France.
Dr. Farah Al-Ani
Family Medicine ConsultantDr. Farah Al-Ani
Family Medicine ConsultantDr. Farah Al-Ani completed her Family Medicine training in the UK and held positions in several highly regarded hospitals and Clinics. Throughout her experience in the UK, she worked in a large number of specialties including General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, and Psychiatry.
Dr. Filippos Georgopoulos
Consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist - MD, Fellow of FEBGHDr. Filippos Georgopoulos
Consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist - MD, Fellow of FEBGHDr. Filippos is responsible for the Special Clinical Gastroenterology as well as Interventional Endoscopy Services. He has published several papers in peer review journals and chapter books and he is invited speaker on various GI topics in local and international scientific meetings on a regular basis. He has full license to practice in Dubai (Dubai Health Authority), UK (General Medical Council) and Greece (Athens Medical Council). He holds the title of Fellow of European Board of Gastroenterology and Hepatology (FEBGH).
Dr. Girish Juneja
Specialist General, Bariatric & Robotic SurgeonDr. Girish Juneja
Specialist General, Bariatric & Robotic SurgeonDr. Girish Juneja is a leading bariatric/laparoscopic surgeon with 30+ years of surgical experience. He specializes in advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgery, he is a Certified Surgeon of excellence for bariatric and metabolic surgery by IFSO. Dr. Juneja had his basic & advanced laparoscopic training from nine wells medical college , UK , diploma in minimal access (laparoscopic) surgery from France. Did his fellowship in bariatric surgery from Netherland & is also a international fellow of ASMBS, USA.