Dr. Sama Zibdeh
Consultant Breast Surgeon
Dr. Sama Zibdeh is a distinguished breast surgeon renowned for her commitment to patient care and expertise in breast diseases. Since beginning her practice in the UAE in 2010, she has earned a reputation for her surgical proficiency and compassionate treatment of women with breast cancer. Dr. Zibdeh’s diverse cultural background, shaped by her upbringing in various countries, enables her to embrace and respect diversity in her practice.
Dr. Zibdeh is dedicated to a holistic and multidisciplinary approach to breast disease management, empowering women by providing them with tailored information and treatment options. She prioritizes privacy, empathy, and collaboration to achieve the best possible outcomes for her patients.
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Qualifications
- Medical Degree from Al Mustansiriyah University, Baghdad, Iraq (1994)
- General Surgery training at The Jordan University Hospital, Amman
- Master’s Degree in General Surgery from The University of Jordan
- Specialized training in Surgical Oncology
- Fellowship in Breast Surgery at The Westmead Breast Cancer Institute, Sydney, Australia
- Advanced training at The Royal Hospital for Women, Sydney, Australia
- Pioneering breast surgeon, first to introduce the FDA-approved SENTIMAG device in the UAE
Specializations
- Conservative breast surgery (lumpectomy)
- Oncoplastic techniques for defect repair post-lumpectomy/mastectomy
- Various mastectomy procedures, including skin and nipple-sparing with immediate reconstruction
- Breast reconstruction in collaboration with plastic surgeons (e.g., mesh/implants, flaps, microvascular techniques)
- Axillary surgery, including both total clearance and minimally invasive approaches
- Breast imaging and diagnostic procedures, such as ultrasounds and biopsies