Abdulaziz Alnuaimi, based in United Arab Emirates, is currently a Acting Head of Gastroenterology Department in STMC and Tawam Hospital at SEHA Sh. Tahnoon Bin Mohammed Medical City. Abdulaziz Alnuaimi brings experience from previous roles at Tawam Hospital, Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City and Mafraq Hospital. Abdulaziz Alnuaimi holds a 2018 - 2022 Board in Gastroenterology Residency Program @ Arab Board of Gastroenterology. With a robust skill set that includes Medicine, Internal Medicine, Healthcare, Healthcare Management, Medical Education and more. Abdulaziz Alnuaimi has 1 emails on RocketReach.

Dr. Abhilash Haridas joined Ahalia Hospital, Musaffah as a specialist in Gastroenterology in September 2022. He has been working in the specialty for the last 10 years in Kerala State of India. He is an alumnus of the prestigious institution of Government Medical College, Trivandrum.

He has experience working in different academic institutions wherein he has furthered his skills and helped postgraduate and undergraduate academics also. He is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians UK and has obtained the European specialty certificate in Gastroenterology and hepatology.

Dr. Abid Showkat Zargar is a Consultant Gastroenterologist with over 10 years’ experience in Gastroenterology and Hepatology. He was also the Head of Department of Gastroenterology at Bansal Hospital, India which is a 350 bed premier hospital of central India with an active liver transplant programme. He was instrumental in starting the EUS and ERCP services there. He also worked as Consultant Gastroenterologist in Government Medical College, Srinagar, India. He has subspecialised with a clinical fellowship in advanced therapeutic endoscopy, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and ERCP in one of the busiest endoscopic units in India.
In recognition of his contribution in the field of endoscopy, he was awarded the prestigious Asian Young Endoscopist Award (AYEA) in Seoul, South Korea. He underwent a fellowship for advanced endoscopic training in procedures like EUS, ERCP, endoscopic resection of early tumours (EMR and ESD) and endoscopic management of obesity at the Hanyang University Hospital, South Korea. He can perform diagnostic and therapeutic EUS including EUS guided CPN for relief from cancer pain and EUS guided biliary drainage and endoscopic management of early gastric and colonic tumours and endoscopic management of obesity and reflux disease. Prior to joining Mediclinic Parkview Hospital, he was working in Al Zahra Hospital Dubai and Saudi German Hospital, Dubai. He has over 40 publications in peer reviewed journals and has given multiple presentations on local and international forums and is an active member of colon cancer awareness programme

Dr. Ahmad Jazzar has over 23 years of experience in Gastroenterology (esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, pancreas, and liver diseases) and interventional endoscopy, which includes upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), small bowel enterostomy, video capsule endoscopy, esophageal manometry. In 1987, he graduated from Aleppo University’s Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Jazzar completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Gastroenterology Fellowship at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America. He has held a variety of positions, including Consultant Gastroenterologist at Digestive Disease Specialists of Oklahoma, Integris Liver Transplantation Hepatologist at Oklahoma Transplantation Institute in the United States of America, Assistant Professor at Aleppo University’s Faculty of Medicine, Consultant Physician and Chief of the Gastroenterology Division at Gulf Diagnostic Center Hospital, and most recently Chief of the Gastroenterology Division at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City in Abu Dhabi. Dr. Jazzar is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is a Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology (FACG), a Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP), a Member of the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE), and a Member of the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) (UNOS). Dr. Jazzar has delivered over 100 presentations and authored over 30 publications on a variety of topics, including colorectal polyps, viral hepatitis B and C therapy, inflammatory bowel diseases (as a member of the committee that wrote and published the first UAE consensus statement on IBD therapy in the UAE), NASH burden and treatment in the Gulf countries, and diagnosis and treatment of iron deficiency.

Dr. Ahmed Sultan is a consultant Gastroenterologist and Head of Department at Mediclinic Airport road Hospital in Abu Dhabi, whose expertise includes liver and digestive disorders. He has extensive experience in performing general and advanced diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures include 3rd space endoscopy.

Dr. Sultan completed his medical degree and residency at Mansoura University, Egypt, and was involved in multiple trials researching Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).  In Egypt, he was also a lecturer at the faculty of Medicine of Mansoura, after which he moved to practice medicine in various hospitals in Abu Dhabi, he is also serving as adjunctive faculty of Khalifa University in Abu Dhabi.

Dr. Ali Al Fazari is an Emirati medical academician, board-certified and Canadian-trained Consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist with over a decade of experience treating complex gastrointestinal and liver conditions. He completed his Internal Medicine training at Dalhousie University (Halifax, Canada), followed by a Gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Ottawa (Ontario, Canada). His clinical journey has included key roles at Queen Elizabeth II Hospital (Halifax), Ottawa Civic Hospital (Ottawa), and Toronto Western Hospital (Toronto). Returning to the UAE, Dr. Al Fazari served as a Consultant at Tawam Hospital in Al Ain before joining Mediclinic Welcare Hospital in Dubai. He is an active member of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, the American College of Physicians, the American Gastroenterology Association, and the American Neurogastroenterology and Motility Association.
 
He currently holds the position of Medical Director at Mediclinic Welcare Hospital, providing strategic leadership in clinical governance and patient care.

Ali Choukair, MD, is a specialist gastroenterology at CMC Dubai. He studied medicine at AUB and graduated in 2004. Following this he did 2 years clinical research and electives in Lebanon and USA. In 2006 joined AUH to continue residency and fellowship in gastroenterology till 2012. Work experience gained from practicing in the gulf area since 2013 and currently in UAE since 2015.

Dr. Ammar Kheir, MBBS, is a Staff Physician within the Gastroenterology Department of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi’s Digestive Disease Institute.

Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Dr. Kheir was a Consultant Gastroenterologist and Therapeutic Colonoscopist at Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee. He was also a Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia.

Dr. Kheir received his medical degree from the University of Medical Sciences and Technology, Khartoum, Sudan. He completed his foundation medical training at James Cook University Hospital, UK. Following that, he completed Basic Physician Training at John Hunter Hospital and the University of Newcastle, Australia. He then completed his Core Gastroenterology and Hepatology Training at the Central Coast and Northern Sydney hospitals. After that, he completed an advanced Therapeutic Colonoscopy fellowship at Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital, Brisbane, Australia. He also completed an advanced Endoscopic Training at Kyushu University Hospital, Japan.

Dr. Kheir has a particular interest and expertise in image-enhanced endoscopy, high-quality colonoscopy, bowel cancer screening in adults, inflammatory bowel disease, management of colonic polyposis, advanced endoscopic resection techniques, Barrett's esophagus and screening for early gastric cancer. He presented at international meetings, was published in peer-reviewed journals and authored endoscopy textbook chapters.

Dr Anand Vadivel has 11 years of experience in the field of Gastroenterology, as a Gastroenterology consultant. Recognized as one of the best gastroenterologists in Abu Dhabi, he specializes in diagnosing and treating digestive disorders with advanced medical expertise. As a leading gastro specialist Abu Dhabi, Dr. Anand Vadivel is proficient in performing endoscopic procedures and providing expert care for patients with complex stomach and liver conditions. He is also a trusted colonoscopy and endoscopy specialist Abu Dhabi, ensuring high-quality diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy services.

He graduated (MBBS) from P.S.G Medical College Coimbatore and completed his master's degree (M.D.) in General Medicine at Government Madurai Medical College. He further pursued his specialty degree (D.M.) in Gastroenterology at Government Kilpauk Medical College in Chennai. Dr. Vadivel underwent clinical training in Aryavart Hospital, Meerut, for advanced ERCP/EUS under the mentorship of the legendary Dr. Malay Sharma. Additionally, he has earned the degree of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh in Gastroenterology (ESEGH) and completed a Postgraduate Course at the American College of Gastroenterology.

Before moving to the UAE, he worked in many prestigious institutes such as The Manipal Hospital, Salem, India, for three years as a gastroenterology consultant Abu Dhabi, and Liver Transplant Hepatologist. Before joining NMC Specialty Hospital in Dubai, he worked at International Modern Hospital for one year and then moved to NMC Royal Hospital, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi.

Throughout his extensive career, Dr. Anand Vadivel has performed over 8,000 upper and lower GI endoscopies (both diagnostic and therapeutic) and 600 ERCP procedures. As a colonoscopy and endoscopy specialist Abu Dhabi, he excels in Esophageal and Colonic Stenting, Variceal Band Ligation, Ulcer Bleed Management, Glue Injection, PEG Tube Placement, Polypectomy, Achalasia Balloon Dilatation, Capsule Endoscopy, 24-hour pH monitoring, Manometry, and Endoscopic Ultrasound. Furthermore, as a stomach and liver specialist Abu Dhabi, he has played a vital role in 24 liver transplants (DDLT) in pre-transplant assessment and post-transplant care in India.

Dr. Arun Thattunkal Korah completed his MBBS in 2000, MD (General Medicine) in 2004, and DM (Gastroenterology) in 2007 from Government Medical College Trivandrum, University of Kerala, India. Also, completed MRCP SCE (Gastroenterology) from the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK Speciality Examination (Gastroenterology) in 2015.

In 2007, he started practising in Dr. Nair’s Hospital, Kollam, India, as a Consultant Gastroenterologist for 3 years.

Before joining NMC, he was Head of Gastroenterology Department at the Ahalia Hospital, Abu Dhabi, and Universal Hospital, Abu Dhabi, for 4 years each. Dr Korah completed his MBBS and MD (General Medicine) from Government Medical College, Trivandrum, India, followed by DM Gastroenterology from the same institution. Subsequently, he worked as a Consultant in Nair’s Hospital, Kollam, and Kerala Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Trivandrum. He also completed a fellowship program in Functional Bowel Disease from the Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow. He has also been awarded the Specialty Certificate in Gastroenterology by the Federation of Royal Colleges of Physicians of the United Kingdom.

His areas of expertise include Medical Gastroenterology, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endoscopy and also Manometry and motility studies.

An alumnus of Delhi University with undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees, I bring over 25 years of experience in therapeutic endoscopy, ERCP, and EUS from India and the UAE. My work includes more than 10 indexed publications and numerous presentations at academic forums and on social media.

Dr. Aydamir Alrakawi, MD, is a Staff Physician within the Gastroenterology Department of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi’s Digestive Disease Institute.

Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Dr. Alrakawi was a Gastroenterologist at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Clinic, Manchester, New Hampshire, US.

Dr. Alrakawi received his medical degree from Damascus University, Damascus, Syria in 1990. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Fairview Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Hospital, Ohio, US.

Dr.Ayyappan is a competent and diligent professional with an overall experience across Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Therapeutic endoscopy; currently working as Specialist Gastroenterologist , Al Ahalia hospital ,Abudhabi ,UAE . He is a dedicated Medical Consultant, with experience in Gastroenterology & Hepatology and Internal medicine. He is proficient in performing diagnostic and therapeutic upper GI and lower GI endoscopic procedures.Also, he has attained special training in therapeutic endoscopy and ERCP. Dr.Ayyappan has worked as Assistant Professor, Department of Gastroenterology, Kasturba Medical College ,Mangalore ,India and as a Senior Consultant Gastroenterologist in Cosmopolitan Hospital , Trivandrum , India.

A gastroenterology specialist, Dr. Emad Fayyad completed his Bachelors and Masters from Romania, and has also qualified for the Jordan Board Certificate in Gastroenterology.
He has worked at Rashid Hospital in Dubai and taught at the Dubai Medical College. He has also worked at the Luliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Romania.Dr. Fayyad stays abreast with his field through his participation in a number of professional association. These are, the Emirates Society of Gastroenterology, the Jordan Society of Gastroenterology, the Romanian Society of Gastroenterology, the Romanian Society of Endoscopy, the Romanian Society of Ultrasonography, the European Society of Ultrasonography and the European Society of Endoscopic Ultrasonography.

Dr. Fayyad conducts endoscopy of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. He performs ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography), USS (ultra sonography) and EUS (endoscopic ultrasound) procedures.

Dr. Fayyad still manages to make some time to pursue his passion for basketball, swimming, horse riding, and travel. He can speak with his patients in Arabic, English, and Romanian.

Dr Farooq Khan is a UK trained Consultant with vast knowledge and expertise in the field of Hepatology and Gastroenterology. He was trained in Trent GI programme and completed Liver Transplant training at St. James Hospital Leeds. He has also completed a fellowship in Advance Endoscopy and performs interventional endoscopic procedures like ERCP, Spyglass, Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), EMR (endoscopic Mucosal resection) and ESD (Endoscopic submucosal dissection) as well as Endobariatric procedures. He also places GI stents to help with feeding using a ground-breaking technique of Endosuturing, besides PEG/ PEJ placement.

Dr Khan brings a unique skill to UAE whereby helping people to asses and manage disease at early stages using special Clinical & Endoscopic expertise. He has developed a “bespoke service” for people with Diabetes and Fatty liver to get screened and manage at early stage to help not only with liver but also with their Diabetes before it gets worse. He has special clinical and research interest in this area and we are pleased to see that he will be doing population based studies here at King’s Dubai.

Dr.Filippos Georgopoulos is a graduate of University of Crete in Greece since 1990. He completed his Gastroenterology training in 2000 in Athens and he subsequently subspecialized in Interventional and advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy, (ERCP) at Glasgow Royal Infirmary in United Kingdom where he also worked as a Consultant up to mid-2003. He became a Fellow of the European Board of Gastroenterology and Hepatology (FEBGH) in 2008.

Prior to joining Al Zahra Hospital Dr. Georgopoulos worked as a Consultant Gastroenterologist in a tertiary Hospital in Athens, Greece which was a regional IBD center.

Currently he works at Al Zahra Hospital in Dubai as head of the GI department and Endoscopy Unit.

He has a special interest in IBD, GI motility as well as therapeutic endoscopy.

Dr. Gaurav Muktesh is a highly experienced Consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist, with an impressive track record of performing over 10,000 endoscopic procedures and more than 2,500 endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) procedures. He earned his MD in Internal Medicine from Delhi University and completed his Gastroenterology Fellowship (DM Gastroenterology) at the prestigious Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGI) Chandigarh, a renowned 2,000-bed tertiary care academic center of international repute. He was also a Gastroenterology and advanced endoscopy fellow at Academic medical Center, Amsterdam which is a world renouned center of excellence.

Dr. Gaurav has also served as faculty at PGI Chandigarh, where he mentored aspiring Gastroenterologists. His areas of expertise include Endoscopic Ultrasound (both diagnostic and therapeutic) and Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM), an advanced, incisionless endoscopic procedure for treating Achalasia, a rare swallowing disorder. Dr. Gaurav Muktesh is among the few specialists in the UAE offering this cutting-edge treatment. He is also an expert and has extensive experience in managing complex inflammatory bowel disease patients including ulcerative colitis/crohns disease, and other common gastrointestinal disorders.

Dedicated to providing the highest standard of care, Dr. Gaurav utilizes the latest technology and techniques to treat a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions. His patients consistently express high levels of satisfaction with the comprehensive and compassionate care they receive.

Dr. Gaurav treats a wide variety of Gastrointestinal conditions using the latest technology and techniques and his patients are immensely gratified by the treatment he offers.

Dr. Hameed Raina has joined Burjeel Hospital as a Specialist Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist, Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopist, and Endosonographer. He did his MBBS (2011), MD (Internal Medicine-2012-2015), and DM (Gastroenterology and Hepatology-2016-2019) from the most reputed Institutes in India. He qualified for MRCP-UK(SCE) in 2020. After super -Specialization in Gastroenterology and Hepatology, he did Fellowships in Motility Disorders and Manometry (FMPB 2020), Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endosonography (FEUS 2021), Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy (FATE-2022), and Third space Endoscopy from reputed centers in India, S. Korea, and China.
He is an expert in all adult and pediatric gastrointestinal, liver, and pancreaticobiliary diseases; Early Gastrointestinal cancers; diagnostic and therapeutic gastrointestinal and mediastinal Endosonography(EUS). All Advanced diagnostic and therapeutic UGI and LGI endoscopic procedures; Third Space Endoscopy (ESD, POEM, STER, EFTR ); Diagnostic and Endoscopic management of Acid Reflux diseases; Oesophageal and Anorectal Motility disorders; Capsule Endoscopy and Enteroscopy for small Intestinal diseases; Endotherapy for Morbid obesity;
Endo-hepatology, Endoscopic management of Haemorrhoids(piles), and EUS-guided nerve blocks for severe chronic cancer-related pain.
Dr. Hameed Raina introduced many new endoscopic procedures like POEM for achalasia cardia, EUS guided liver biopsy, Endotherapy for GERD (Like ARMA, ARMS), STER for endoscopic removal of subepithelial tumors in the private health sector in Abu Dhabi.
Dr. Hameed Raina is a keen learner and researcher with over 50 peer-reviewed publications in high-indexed journals to his credit. He is also the reviewer of many journals. Before joining us, he served as a Consultant Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist, Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopist, and Endosonographer in many reputed hospitals in India. He has a vast experience of about ten years in gastroenterology, hepatology, and advanced therapeutic endoscopy and endosonography (EUS). He has conducted many workshops on advanced endoscopy and EUS. He has won many international awards and is a lifetime Member of many international professional societies like ACG, EASL, ASGE, WEO, ESGE, UEG, and APASL.

Dr Hanan El-Mileik is a highly experienced Consultant Gastroenterologist and Endoscopist with a dedication to patient-centered care. For over 13 years, she served at Barking Havering & Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust, demonstrating expertise in multidisciplinary care, quality and safety, communication, and evidence-based practice. Dr Hanan is passionate about teamwork, mentoring, and education, extending her knowledge to both patients and stakeholders. Her commitment to continuous learning ensures her practice remains at the forefront of the medical field. Prior to specializing in gastroenterology, Dr Hanan dedicated 32 years to the NHS, gaining valuable experience and honing her skills in prestigious London teaching hospitals. With expertise in general gastroenterology, inflammatory bowel disease, endoscopy, and laser therapy for upper and lower GI cancers, Dr Hanan offers comprehensive and compassionate care to her patients.

Additionally, Dr Hanan holds expertise in diagnosing, staging, and managing upper and lower GI cancers, offering referrals and palliative care as needed. Beyond clinical care, she actively mentors junior consultants and future female leaders in the field, striving to uphold high standards in medical education and training. Dr Hanan is known for her collaborative approach, leadership skills, and advocacy for teamwork in achieving shared goals.

Dr. Ibrahim Al Hosani is a Consultant Gastroenterologist with over 22 years of extensive experience in Gastroenterology and Hepatology. He earned his Medical Degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Damascus, Syria, in 2003. Dr. Ibrahim also received his German Board (Facharzt) in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology in 2014, as well as a Diploma in Evolving Hepatitis C Management from the University of Pennsylvania, USA. He previously held positions at one of the well-known hospitals in the UAE and further developed his expertise through post-graduate studies in Germany, where he received specialized training in spiral enteroscopy. Dr. Ibrahim specializes in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Celiac Disease, Liver Disease, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Gastroparesis, Motility Disorders, Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), Lactose Intolerance, Bile Acid Malabsorption, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and H. pylori treatment. He has also actively participated in various medical conferences to stay abreast of the latest advancements in the field of Gastroenterology. Dr. Ibrahim has not only enhanced his knowledge but also fostered professional relationships that contribute to his ongoing commitment to excellence in his field.

Dr. Kaiser Raja is a Consultant Gastroenterologist and Clinical Director of the Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at King's College Hospital London, Dubai. He leads the Liver Diseases and Transplantation Program at King's College Hospital London, Dubai with over a decade of experience in transplant hepatology. His expertise encompasses complex liver diseases, autoimmune disorders of the liver, advanced pancreato-biliary endoscopy, hepatocellular carcinoma, and chronic pancreatitis.

Dr. Khaled Bamakhrama is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Dubai Medical College and Consultant Physician and Gastroenterologist at Rashid Hospital in Dubai. Medical graduate from Sanaa University, and  is MRCP from the Royal Colleges of Physicians, UK, & Arab Board in Internal Medicine. Dr. Khaled further specialized in advanced endoscopy with fellowship training at Herlev Hospital, Copenhagen University, Denmark, in 2013.
He was awarded Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh-FRCP in 2016 and in 2017 as a Fellow of the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy-FASGE. He is an active member of Emirates Society of Gastroenterology, European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.

Dr. Khalid Osman Elamin Elsayed is a Consultant Gastroenterology and Director of Endoscopy at Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi. He obtained his MBBS from the University of Khartoum, Sudan, and a Certification of Higher Training in Gastroenterology and General Medicine in the United Kingdom. He then completed his Fellowship in Advanced Endoscopy, including ERCP and EUS, in 2009 and became a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (London, UK) in 2013. He also has membership in learned societies like the British Society of Gastroenterology and the American Gastroenterological Association. Dr. Khalid Osman worked as a Consultant Gastroenterologist and led the upper GI cancer multidisciplinary team at Torbay Hospital, United Kingdom, before moving to UAE, where he worked as a Consultant Gastroenterologist and Head of the Department in reputed government and private institutions. With over 25 years of experience in Gastroenterology, Dr. Khalid’s areas of expertise include the treatment of pancreaticobiliary diseases, biliary endoscopy, advanced interventional endoscopy, and GI oncology.  He has published several publications and presented several research papers internationally to his credit.

Dr Laith Al-Rubaiy is a UK trained and board certified Consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist with more than 10-year experience in Gastroenterology. He is an honorary Professor at Swansea University School of Medicine in the UK. Before joining Healthpoint Hospital, Dr Al-Rubaiy worked as a Consultant Gastroenterologist at St Mark’s Hospital, a highly specialized GI hospital in London. As the first ranked medical graduate, he won two highly competitive scholarships to complete his post graduate medical studies in the USA then in the UK. Dr Al-Rubaiy did advanced hepatology training at the Royal Free Hospital Liver transplant Unit in London.

Professor Al-Rubaiy is an award winning doctor and has been awarded 3 competitive national and local awards for work in Gastroenterology and Hepatology in the UK. In 2017, Dr Al-Rubaiy was competitively selected to be named the “Young Gastroenterologist of the year: Emerging Leader” by the British Society of Gastroenterology in the UK. He published more than 50 peer reviewed articles, 20 case reports and 50 abstract and conference presentations. He was also involved in writing 3 books/ chapters.

He has more than 13 years clinical experience. His clinical work at Healthpoint Hospital involves the management of patients with various problems related to the digestive system such as such as indigestion, stomach ache, liver diseases, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), diarrhoea, weight loss, anaemia and acid reflux disease. He performs upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy to investigate these conditions.

Dr M Mounier Alwaw is a distinguished Consultant Gastroenterologist with an impressive academic background. He received his AFS in Gastroenterology and Hepatology from the Faculty of Medicine Creteil Paris XII. Furthermore, he holds an MD in Gastroenterology from the Ministry of Health in Syria and is a certified member of the Syrian Board of Gastroenterology. With such comprehensive educational credentials, Dr Alwaw embodies the pinnacle of expertise in his field.

Boasting an extensive career spanning 19 years, Dr Alwaw has garnered invaluable experience across various prestigious institutions. He has had the privilege to serve in renowned hospitals in France, including Jean Verdier University Hospital and Michallon University Hospital. In addition to his tenure in France, Dr Alwaw has also contributed significantly to healthcare in Syria, having worked at Alkindi & Al Fayhaa Hospitals.

Dr Alwaw's commitment to advancing the field of gastroenterology is evident through his notable publications. He has authored papers on critical topics such as ""How to Reduce Post ERCP Pancreatitis"" and ""Stepwise Approach to Pancreatic Fluid Collection."" His contributions to literature underscore his dedication to enhancing patient care and sharing knowledge with his peers.

Following the completion of his training, Dr Mukunda joined as faculty in the Department of Gastroenterology, Medical College, Trivandrum and worked in the capacity of Assistant Professor till 2012.Then he got transferred to Medical College Kottayam and was working in the capacity of Assistant Professor till December 2013. He has 11 years of experience in the field of medical gastroenterology, therapeutic endoscopy and hepatology. Dr. Mukunda started his career in the Middle East by joining NMC Specialty Hospital Al Ain in 2016 as specialist gastroenterologist. He started the ERCP program in NMC Al Ain and worked there for almost 3 ½ years.
He regularly participates in national and international conferences to keep himself abreast of the latest advances in his field.

Dr. Mahesh Rama Varma is a highly regarded Gastroenterologist in Dubai, known for his expertise as an Interventional Gastroenterologist and Endoscopic Ultrasound Specialist Dubai. He is also recognized as a Liver and digestive specialist Dubai, offering advanced care in gastrointestinal and liver disorders. With a focus on minimally invasive techniques, Dr. Varma is considered an Expert in ERCP procedures Dubai, and he regularly performs specialized diagnostic tests such as Esophageal manometry and pH test for evaluating complex esophageal conditions.

Dr. Varma completed his MBBS from the Government Medical College Thrissur, under the University of Calicut. He went on to do his MD in General Medicine from the prestigious Central Government Institute, JIPMER in Pondicherry. He did his DM in Gastroenterology from the Medical College, Trivandrum, under Kerala University. Post DM he worked as a registrar in the renowned Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS), Lucknow, for a while before joining the post of Associate Professor in Medical College Alleppey, Kerala, and later as the Associate Professor in The Institute of GI and Liver Sciences in Pariyaram Medical College in Kerala.

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Dr. Mohammad Badre Alam, MD, is a Staff Physician within the Gastroenterology Department of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi’s Digestive Disease Institute.

Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Dr. Alam was a Consultant Gastroenterologist at Burjeel Hospital and Mafraq Hospital, both in Abu Dhabi.

Dr. Alam received his medical degree from Kolkata University, India. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Liverpool Hospital, New South Wales, Australia. He also completed his Gastroenterology and Hepatology fellowship at Westmead Hospital, New South Wales, Australia.

Dr. Mohammad Ismail Khaleel Aldahshan is a highly experienced Consultant Gastroenterologist with dual board certifications in Gastroenterology from Germany (Facharzt) and the European Board of Gastroenterology and Hepatology (EBGH). He further holds advanced certifications in Hepatology and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) from the German Association of Gastroenterology (DGVS), reflecting his deep expertise in managing complex liver and digestive disorders

Dr. Mohammed Banama is a Consultant Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist, and Liver Transplant Specialist at Rashid Hospital, Dubai Health. He is the Program Director of the Internal Medicine Residency Program in Dubai health and General Secretary of the Emirates Gastroenterology and Hepatology Society.

Dr. Muhammad Yassin is a highly respected Gastroenterology Consultant in Abu Dhabi with over 20 years of experience in diagnosing and treating complex gastrointestinal and hepatic conditions. As a renowned Hepatology Specialist in Abu Dhabi, he has expertise in managing liver diseases, performing advanced endoscopic procedures, and leading liver transplant teams. Recognized as a trusted Digestive Health Doctor in Abu Dhabi, Dr. Yassin is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. His extensive work as a Liver Disease Consultant in Abu Dhabi includes managing cirrhosis, viral hepatitis, and fatty liver disease. As a leading GI Specialist in Abu Dhabi, he specializes in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. Patients seeking a skilled Stomach and Liver Doctor in Abu Dhabi benefit from his vast knowledge in gastroenterology, hepatology, and endoscopic interventions. His expertise as an Endoscopy Expert in Abu Dhabi ensures precise diagnosis and effective treatment of digestive and liver disorders.

Dr. Mohammed Nabil Quraishi is a UK board-certified Consultant Gastroenterologist and Director of the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, Abu Dhabi. He is a recognized expert in inflammatory bowel disease and gut microbiome health, serving as an advisor for the University of Birmingham Microbiome Treatment Centre. Dr. Quraishi has also been the IBD Quality Improvement Lead for the British Society of Gastroenterology and has authored over 70 peer-reviewed publications.

After completing MBBS, Dr. Nagendranath Chilumukuru obtained his MS (General Surgery) from Kurnool Medical College, India, in 2004. In 2010, he completed DNB in Surgical Gastroenterology from Global Hospitals, Hyderabad, India. Besides this, he has completed his fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery from Meenakshi Mission Hospital, Madurai, India, and he also has several research and publications to his credit. With extensive training and clinical expertise, Dr. Nagendra Nath is widely regarded as a general surgeon Abu Dhabi with exceptional proficiency. Patients searching for a consultant general surgeon Abu Dhabi or the best general surgeon Abu Dhabi will benefit from his broad skillset, especially in complex and minimally invasive procedures. As a male general surgeon Abu Dhabi, he brings years of trusted experience to surgical care. He is also a recognized surgery specialist Abu Dhabi, and a preferred choice for those seeking a reliable laparoscopic surgeon Abu Dhabi.

He has more than 10 years of experience in the field of Minimally Invasive Surgery and was associated as a Consultant in Kamineni Hospitals, Hyderabad, India.

He is experienced in performing emergency operations like peritonitis, complicated hernias, bowel ischemia, and intestinal obstruction. He is also an expert in performing major hepatobiliary operations like Whipple’s procedure, Frey’s procedure, pancreatic necrosectomy, and complex biliary strictures.

He is experienced in advanced laparoscopy, bariatric surgery, major liver resections for HCC / cholangio carcinoma/hemangioma, and has assisted in liver transplantation (cadaveric/living-related).

His special area of interest is in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery.

Dr. Nagendranath speaks English, Hindi, and Telugu.

Dr. Nigel Umar Beejay is a Consultant, Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist with over 25 years’ experience of global health care systems and former Chairman of Arab Health Gastroenterology 2017 and 2018. Currently working at Emirates Hospital Day Surgery in Abu Dhabi as well as in Harley Street, London. Dr. Beejay qualified in medicine at King’s College, Cambridge University and completed postgraduate studies internationally in London and Boston University and the University of Toronto.

In addition, Dr Beejay holds a Master’s degree in Social and Political Sciences from Cambridge University, degrees in Biomedical Informatics from Oregon Health Science University and in Medical Hypnosis from University College London.

Dr. Beejay was formerly Chairman of the Health Information Management Committee at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Abu Dhabi (managed by Cleveland Clinic). Dr. Beejay teaches and lectures internationally on Gastroenterology, Health IT, Genomics, Quality and Advanced Endoscopy. He is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives and Fellow of the American College of Physicians, British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG), American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) and British Medical Association.

Dr. Nikhil Gupta is an Indian board-certified Gastroenterologist in Abu Dhabi, Hepatologist, and Advanced Endoscopist with over 10 years of clinical experience, including more than 5 years of exclusive experience in Gastroenterology and Hepatology. Recognized as one of the best gastroenterologists in Abu Dhabi, he specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive disorders, liver diseases, and complex endoscopic procedures. As a trusted stomach specialist Abu Dhabi and experienced digestive system doctor in Abu Dhabi, Dr. Nikhil is committed to delivering comprehensive care tailored to each patient’s unique needs. Patients frequently seek him out as a reliable GI doctor Abu Dhabi for both routine and complex gastrointestinal issues, and he is also known as a colonoscopy specialist Abu Dhabi for his precision and expertise in endoscopic screenings.

Throughout a decade-long career, Dr. Nikhil has become highly skilled in managing conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastrointestinal cancers, liver cirrhosis, hepatitis, and more. With advanced expertise in therapeutic endoscopy, including ERCP, EUS, and endoscopic resection techniques, Dr. Nikhil is at the forefront of minimally invasive treatments for complex GI and liver conditions and has performed over 10,000 endoscopic procedures throughout his career.

Dr. Nikhil completed medical training at King George Medical University, Lucknow, with the very prestigious MLN Medical College, Prayagraj, India, followed by a fellowship in Gastroenterology and Hepatology from the same institution. Passionate about advancing the field, Dr. Nikhil is actively involved in CMEs, updates, and research, with numerous gold medals and awards of distinction in his name. Known for a patient-centered approach, Dr. Nikhil works closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest quality of care for every patient.

When not in practice, Dr. Nikhil enjoys educating patients and peers, staying up to date on the latest advancements in gastroenterology and hepatology, and participating in community health.

Before joining NMC, Dr. Nikhil was associated with LLH Hospital Abu Dhabi, a unit of Burjeel Holdings, and was awarded the WOW Award for best practice in his name. He is committed and dynamic and would push himself to great limits for patient care.

Dr. Nisha Dhar Kapoor has extensive experience of 22 years in gastroenterology, hepatology, and endoscopy. Recognized as a leading consultant gastroenterologist Abu Dhabi, she is also regarded by many as one of the best gastroenterologists Abu Dhabi for her exceptional clinical expertise. As a trusted gastroenterologist Abu Dhabi, Dr. Nisha offers comprehensive care for a wide range of digestive disorders. Her experience spans the full spectrum of gastrointestinal diseases, making her a sought-after digestive Abu Dhabi, stomach doctor Abu Dhabi, and liver doctor Abu Dhabi. As a resident of gastroenterology, she was actively involved in pre- and post-liver transplant management (primarily DDLT). Also, she has experience in all diagnostic and interventional endoscopic procedures including UGIE, Sigmoidoscopy & Ileo-Colonoscopy, Variceal sclerotherapy and Banding, Esophageal Stenting, intragastric balloon placement, APC, Endoscopic Dilatation (CRE & Savary Gilliard), Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy, Push Enteroscopy, Balloon Enteroscopy, Transnasal Endoscopy, Capsule endoscopy, polypectomies, achalasia cardia balloon dilatation and botulinum injection, ERCP, biliary stone extraction and stenting, enteral stenting, esophageal manometry.

Dr. Nisha has completed MBBS from B. J. Medical College, University of Pune, Maharashtra, and thereafter obtained her M.D in General Medicine from Armed Forces Medical College, University of Pune, Maharashtra. Then she did DNB Gastroenterology from Army Hospital, New Delhi.

Prior to joining us, she was associated with Sahyadri Hospital, Pune, as a gastroenterologist. She has also been associated with Rockland Hospital, Qutub and Dwarka, Columbia Asia Hospital, Palam Vihar, Gurgaon, as a gastroenterologist.

Dr. Nisha can speak English, Hindi, Urdu, Marathi, Bengali, and Kashmiri. 

13 years of experience in field of Gastroenterology, special  interest in EUS and ERCP cholangioscopy procedures.

Dr. Rajneesh Rajan medical graduation from Kerala, followed by an MD in Internal Medicine from PGI Chandigarh and a DM in Gastroenterology from Government Medical College, Calicut. He spent the first decade of his professional career at Aster MIMS. Currently, he is a Specialist and Head of the Department at the NMC Specialty Hospital Al Nahda, Dubai. His primary area of expertise is inflammatory bowel disease.

Dr. Almarzooqi graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland and completed fellowships in hepatology research, clinical gastroenterology, clinical hepatology and transplant hepatology from the University of Toronto. He has multiple publications in the field of hepatology and has delivered presentations at regional and international meetings.

Dr. Almarzooqi’s main fields of interest include liver disease and pre and post-liver transplant care. He is currently the director of the hepatology service and the programme director of the gastroenterology fellowship at SSMC.

Dr. Saeed Al Shaikh is a gastroenterologist with a Doctorate of Medicine in Hepatology from the University of Dublin - Nui, Ireland. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, Ireland (FRCPI).

Dr. Al Shaikh has held posts as Head of Department of Medicine and Gastroenterologist at Dr Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Centre, Welcare Hospital and Zayed Military Hospital in the UAE. He is an active member of various professional associations, and has been Vice President of the Emirates Gastroenterology Association. He is also a member of the American Gastroenterology Association and the UAE Gastroenterology Society.

Dr. Al Shaikh performs all the different types of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures. He treats patients with hepatology conditions, such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C, chronic liver diseases, liver transplant patients and other liver disorders. He is an expert in the management of inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn's and ulcerative colitis), irritable bowel syndrome and other functional GI disorders. He also performs endoscopic weight management procedures.

Dr. Al Shaikh enjoys reading and travelling in his free time, and is an animal lover. He speaks Arabic and English.

Dr. Salim Awadh Sabih Alkatheeri is a Internal Medicine in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi and has an experience of 50 years in this field. Dr. Salim Awadh Sabih Alkatheeri practices at Advanced Center For Day Care Surgery L.L.C in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. He is a member of European Club of Endoscopy and International Society for Infectious Diseases. Some of the services provided by the doctor are: Physical Medicine,Management of Crohn's disease and UC (IBD),High resolution manometry (HRM),Gastroscopy and FibroSure 

Dr. Sandeep Viswanathan Nair, MBBS, MD, DNB (Med), MNAMS, MRCP (UK), DM, DNB (Gastroenterology), is a Specialist Gastroenterologist at NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Ain. He earned his MBBS from Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram (2005), followed by MD in General Medicine from Moti Lal Nehru Medical College, Allahabad (2011), and DNB (General Medicine, 2013). Awarded MNAMS in 2014, he also achieved MRCP (UK) the same year. Pursuing further specialization, he completed DM in Gastroenterology (Calicut, 2019) and DNB in Gastroenterology (New Delhi, 2020). Dr. Nair brings over 16 years of clinical experience—three of which are dedicated to gastroenterology—with service across medical colleges and hospitals in India prior to joining NMC Al Ain. His expertise includes diagnostic and therapeutic upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, EVL, polypectomy, ERCP, esophageal and anorectal manometry, biofeedback therapy, capsule endoscopy, and enteroscopy. He maintains active memberships with the American College of Gastroenterology and the American Gastroenterological Association.

Dr. Sara El Ouali, MD, is a Staff Physician within the Gastroenterology Department of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi’s Digestive Disease Institute. She is also a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio.

Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Dr. El Ouali worked in Montreal, Canada, where she previously earned her medical degree from McGill University and where she was awarded several scholarships for academic excellence.

Dr. El Ouali completed her Internal Medicine residency at the McGill University Health Center, where she was awarded the Ezra Lozinski prize in recognition of her outstanding compassion, understanding and sense of responsibility.

Dr. Mogan is an experienced gastroenterologist and interventional endoscopist from the NHS (National Health Service), UK, where he has dual accreditation (CCT) in Gastroenterology and General Internal Medicine from the GMC (General Medical Council). He is also fully JAG accredited in gastroscopy and colonoscopy. He has 17 years’ experience in UK. He is a patient focused physician who treats his patients with respect, care, compassion and empathy.
He trained in the Southeast Thames region (London rotation) and is one of the few gastroenterologists in the UK with a major interest in pancreato biliary disease and performs advanced level endoscopy including EUS (endoscopic ultrasound), ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography), Spyglass Cholangioscopy, Ampullectomy, Luminal stenting (oesophageal, duodenal and colonic), large polyp endoscopic mucosal resection as well as general endoscopy and colonoscopy including bowel cancer screening.
His training involved experience at major centres in London including the University College Hospital, Royal Free Hospital, Guys and St Thomas Hospital; followed by a Pancreatobiliary fellowship in advanced endoscopy at the University College Hospital London and advanced EUS fellowship.
He is competent in endoscopic procedures including OGD (Variceal banding and haemostasis), GI bleeds, PEG/PEJ/NJ/NG, dilatation, oesophageal/duodenal/colonic stents, achalasia dilatation, Botox injection, foreign body removal using overtube, Diagnostic and therapeutic colonoscopies, Push enteroscopy, Large Polyp EMR, and haemorrhoidal banding. He is an expert in Endoscopic ultrasound including Pancreatic cyst assessment/aspiration, EUS guided cystogastrostomy, EUS guided Gastrojejunostomy and cancer staging.

He has published widely and has presented in national & international meetings. He is a JAG certified endoscopy trainer and a senior lecturer at University of East Anglia. He was the training lead and chair of HPB cancer team.

Dr. Shareef Tholoor has over 20 years of clinical experience including over 15 years in Gastroenterology in the UK and UAE. Prior to moving to UAE, he worked at the prestigious St Mark's Hospital, London, a WHO recognized 'world center of excellence' in Gastroenterology. Dr Shareef moved to UAE in 2016 and has been working with Mediclinic group of hospitals and Mediclinic Dubal Mall, where he was the Head of Gastroenterology and Hepatology services.

Dr. Shareef is proficient in treating all common gastrointestinal disorders. He is also an expert gastrointestinal endoscopist skilled at various gastrointestinal procedures including upper GI endoscopy (gastroscopy), lower GI endoscopy (ileoscopy, colonoscopy and sigmoidoscopy), enteroscopy, anoscopy, video capsule endoscopy, esophageal pH studies and transient elastography (Fibroscan) among others.

Dr. Shareef has regularly presented and published at international meetings and conferences and has over 10 peer-reviewed publications in leading medical journals.

In addition to applying his clinical expertise, Dr Shareef believes in taking a holistic approach when treating his patients taking into consideration, their diet, lifestyle and psycho-social factors.

Dr. Suvadip Chatterjee is a Consultant in Gastroenterology at Medcare Hospital Sharjah and Medcare Royal Speciality Hospitals. He obtained an MBBS and MD in Internal Medicine from Christian Medical College and Hospital Ludhiana, India, with multiple honours and distinctions. He is a member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) UK and a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP) Edinburgh and received the Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Gastroenterology from the UK. He is a member of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE), the Indian Society for Gastroenterology (ISG) and the Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India (SGEI).
Dr. Chatterjee also completed a therapeutic endoscopy fellowship at Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK focusing on advanced therapeutic endoscopy, ERCP and endoscopic ultrasound. He is accredited as an independent therapeutic endoscopist, by the Joint Advisory Group, UK. He was awarded the British Society of Gastroenterology visiting fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina, USA.
Dr. Chatterjee worked with prestigious hospitals like the Tata Medical Center in Kolkata, India where he established the GI and therapeutic endoscopy services and was also instrumental in the commissioning of the new state-of-the-art endoscopy unit there. He also spent a decade at the Manipal Hospital in Kolkata, India as a Senior Consultant in Gastroenterology. In the UAE, he was the Head of the Department of Gastroenterology at Al Zahra Hospital Sharjah, where he was involved in the JCI accreditation of the unit and in establishing therapeutic endoscopy services; particularly ERCP and bariatric endoscopy. He was heading the Gastroenterology Department at the NMC Royal Hospital, Sharjah before joining Medcare.
His area of expertise covers the entire gamut of advanced therapeutic endoscopy, including ERCP and endoscopic ultrasound, fatty liver disease and other liver problems, heartburn, acidity, dyspepsia and ulcers, colonic polyps and their resection and polypectomy, bowel problems like diarrhoea, constipation and weight loss, unexplained anaemia and GI bleeding. He has successfully treated patients with conditions like GERD, IBS, biliary diseases, acute and chronic liver diseases, pancreatic diseases and GI malignancies. He also performs colon cancer screening.
He is fluent in Bengali, English, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu.

Dr. Thomas Cherukara serves as the Head of Department and Senior Consultant for Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Endoscopy Services at both Al Qassimi and Kuwait Hospitals in Sharjah. He plays an instrumental role in advancing endoscopy within the Emirates Health Services framework, notably leading the Endoscopy Unit’s adoption of cutting-edge techniques including the innovative "Spyglass" technology.

Under his leadership, the team has successfully performed minimally invasive treatments—such as complex bile duct stone extractions and endoscopic ultrasound-guided management of gastric variceal bleeding—boosting recovery outcomes and procedural precision.

Dr. Veeraraghavan is a Specialist Gastroenterologist and the Head of the Department of Gastroenterology at the NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Ain. He has 16 years of medical experience, of which 8 years are as a Gastroenterologist. He is particularly skilled in advanced endoscopic procedures and early GI cancer diagnosis.

He has done medical education and specialization from India
Dr. Veeraraghavan has held key academic positions and received specialized training both in Japan and India. He has been at the helm of the Gastroenterology department here at NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Ain since 2021.

Dr. Vikas Gupta has over two decades of experience in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery in Gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary-pancreatic surgery. Widely regarded as one of the best GI surgeons Abu Dhabi, Dr Vikas offers expert care for complex digestive conditions. He is a highly accomplished gastrointestinal surgeon Abu Dhabi, specializing in advanced laparoscopic procedures. As a trusted laparoscopic GI surgeon Abu Dhabi, he brings a wealth of experience in minimally invasive techniques. Patients in need of a skilled colon and rectal surgeon, a hernia repair surgeon, or a comprehensive digestive tract surgeon Abu Dhabi will benefit from Dr Vikas’s extensive surgical expertise and academic background.

He was last associated with the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, India, as a Professor in the Department of Surgical Gastroenterology. He had been an Executive Member of the International Hepato Pancreatic Biliary Association, Indian Chapter, and had been the Vice President of the North Chapter of the Association of Surgeons of India. He has extensive experience in Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic surgery, GI Oncology, Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery, and Liver transplantation.

Dr Vikas is an MBBS Gold Medallist from Indira Gandhi Medical College, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India. He further completed his MS (Surgery) and MCh (Surgical Gastroenterology) from the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India. He also holds multiple post-doctoral Fellowships in Liver Transplantation and HPB Surgery from Kings College Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Asan Medical Centre, Seoul, South Korea; Universitat Klinikum, Heidelberg, Germany; and Medanta Institute of Liver Transplantation and Regenerative Medicine, Gurugram, India. He is the recipient of numerous accolades in his clinical practice and has nearly 150 peer-reviewed research publications and book chapters to his name.

He speaks English, Hindi, and Punjabi.

Dr. Vishal Goyal is a Specialist Gastroenterologist and Head of the Department of Gastroenterology at LLH Hospital, Musaffah. He completed his MBBS in Ahmedabad, MD in Internal Medicine in Raipur, and DM in Gastroenterology in Indore. He worked for two years under Dr. Sanjay Rajput in Ahmedabad, gaining extensive training in endoscopy, and further trained in manometry, biofeedback, and pH-metry under Dr. Rajesh Sainani in Mumbai. He has been with LLH Musaffah since 2021 and was appointed Head of Department the same year

Dr. Wagdy Mikhail graduated from Alexandria University, Egypt, in 1972 and trained in Internal Medicine in Kuwait and the United Kingdom. He joined Rashid Hospital, Dubai, where he trained in Gastroenterology. He also participated in establishing the Digestive Disease and Endoscopy Unit at Rashid Hospital.

He has over 30 years of experience in managing diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy and liver disorders, and he has performed about 25,000 upper and 16,000 lower diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopies. He was elected as Secretary General of the Emirates Gastroenterology Society and later as its President from 2007 to 2009 and has also been a lecturer and clinical tutor at Dubai Medical School for Girls.

Dr. Wagdy has attended and participated in many national and international conferences and workshops.

Dr. Xavier Garcia Aguilera is recognized as the best gastroenterologist in Abu Dhabi, offering expert care in digestive and liver disorders. As a consultant hepatologist in Abu Dhabi, he specializes in treating complex liver conditions and providing advanced endoscopic procedures.

With over 18 years of experience, Dr. Xavier is a leading gastroenterology and liver specialist in Abu Dhabi, having worked in top hospitals across Spain and the UAE. His expertise as a stomach and liver doctor in Abu Dhabi includes diagnosing and managing chronic liver diseases, performing over 10,000 endoscopic procedures, and assisting patients with digestive disorders.

Dr. Xavier is a dedicated digestive health expert in Abu Dhabi, treating conditions like inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and gastritis. As a hepatology specialist doctor in Abu Dhabi, he provides comprehensive care for fatty liver, autoimmune hepatitis, and viral hepatitis.

His role as a liver disease consultant in Abu Dhabi ensures patients receive top-tier medical attention, including colon cancer screening and advanced therapeutic endoscopy. Dr. Xavier Garcia Aguilera continues to offer exceptional care, fluent in both English and Spanish, making him a sought-after specialist in the region.

Dr. Yogesh Manohar Shastri is a highly experienced gastroenterologist in Abu Dhabi, known for his expertise in advanced endoscopic procedures and hepatology. Recognized as one of the best gastroenterologists Abu Dhabi, he offers comprehensive care for patients seeking a skilled digestive specialist, a colon specialist, or a trusted hepatologist in Abu Dhabi. Patients looking for a reliable and qualified gastroenterology specialist Abu Dhabi frequently seek his opinion for complex digestive disorders.
Dr. Yogesh Manohar Shastri obtained his MBBS from the Government Medical College, Jabalpur, India. Following this, he obtained his MD (Internal Medicine) from the renowned University of Mumbai, India. In 2004, Dr. Yogesh obtained his super-speciality DNB (Diplomate of National Board) in Medical Gastroenterology from the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India. Dr. Yogesh has over 16 years of experience in the field of medical gastroenterology, therapeutic endoscopy and Hepatology.
Following his Gastroenterology training, he acquired advanced training at the world-renowned Goethe University Hospital, Frankfurt, Germany, where he got trained in advanced therapeutic endoscopy and Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangio-pancreatography (ERCP), as a clinical therapeutic fellow for 4 years.
Subsequent to this, he proceeded for Clinical Fellowship and advanced training in Endoscopic Ultrasound at the Institute Paoli-Calmettes, Marseille, France, under the supervision of the world authority on EUS, Prof. Marc Giovannini. Thereon, he moved back to India, where he worked in Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai (one of the largest corporate hospitals in India) as a Consultant Gastroenterologist and therapeutic endoscopist for nearly 3 years.
Dr. Yogesh joined NMC Specialty Hospital, Abu Dhabi, in 2012. He heads the Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology and also chairs the Endoscopic Ultrasound program, one of the first programs in the private sector in Abu Dhabi and one of the very few in the UAE.
His areas of interest include endoscopic ultrasound, therapeutic endoscopy, and hepatobiliary interventions (ERCP) and endoscopic bariatric procedures.
Dr. Yogesh has many publications under his belt. He has published about 100 articles, including 15 original articles and various book chapters. He regularly participates in national and international conferences to keep himself abreast of the latest advances in his field.
Dr. Yogesh is fluent in English, Urdu, Hindi, Marathi, and has working knowledge of German.

Dr. Zaher Koutoubi, MD, is a Staff Physician within the Gastroenterology Department of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi’s Digestive Disease Institute.

Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Dr. Koutoubi was a Consultant in Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Tawam Hospital in Al Ain for nine years from 2005 to 2014. He also served as the Chairman of the Clinical Peer Review Committee from 2008 to 2014 in the same institute. Prior to that, he served as Chief of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Division, Director of Outpatient Department and Chairman of Patients Relation Committee at Kingdom Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from 2001 to 2005.

Dr. Zeshan Riaz trained and worked as a consultant in the UK where he has over 16 years of clinical experience before coming to Abu Dhabi.
He qualified from the prestigious University of Southampton in the UK in 2006 and trained in Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Southampton University Hospital, Portsmouth University Hospitals, Basingstoke Hospital and Salisbury Foundation trust.
He was appointed as a substantive consultant in gastroenterology with Hepatology in 2018 in Portsmouth University Hospital, UK performing high volumes endoscopy procedures and seeing a wide range of complex conditions in patients.
He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of London, and a GMC (UK) recognized Educational supervisor.
He is a trained endoscopy trainer. His special interest has been in advanced endoscopy procedures including ERCPs and stentings. Dr Riaz believes in a holistic approach of treatment which is evidence based and patient centered. He believes in involving patient in the decision making throughout their journey towards health.
Dr Riaz practices medicine according to the latest British and European guidelines. He has had received excellent feedback from his patients during his practice in the UK and the UAE.