Currently undergoing urology residency under Dubai health in Dubai hospital,

Dr. Abdulla AR Fakhro is a double-board-certified plastic surgeon, microsurgeon, and hand surgeon, practicing at Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. He earned his medical degree from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland and completed surgical residencies at the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. He further specialized with a fellowship in plastic surgery at Baylor College of Medicine, including advanced training in pediatric plastic surgery and microsurgery. Dr. Fakhro is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. He is also a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS) and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). His expertise includes reconstructive surgery, microsurgery, and aesthetic procedures, establishing him as a prominent figure in his field.

Dr. Abdullah Shatnawei, MD, is a Staff Physician in the Digestive Disease Institute at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi.
Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Dr. Shatnawei was a Staff Physician in the Center for Human Nutrition and Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, DDSI at Cleveland Clinic. He was also appointed as Medical Director at the Center of Gut Rehabilitation and Transplant.
Dr. Shatnawei received his medical degree from Jordan University of Science and Technology with a Bachelor of Surgery and Medicine in 2000. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine from 2002 to 2005 at Fairview hospital, Cleveland Clinic Health System, Cleveland, Ohio. He also completed a Clinical Nutrition fellowship at Cleveland Clinic, Ohio in 2007 and a fellowship in Gastroenterology and Hepatology at McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada in 2012.

A medical student at Ajman University. Has a strong interest in clinical research, particularly in the field of pediatric surgery and wound care. Currently working on a systematic review focused on comparing open versus closed dressing techniques for second-degree burns in the pediatric population. Through his research, he aims to contribute to the advancement of evidence-based practices and improve patient outcomes.

Abu Omayer is an intern doctor at Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital, Dubai. He completed his medical degree at Tbilisi State Medical University, Georgia, and has passed USMLE Steps 1 and 2. He is currently pursuing residency training in the United States.

Dubai
German Board
Certified Robotic Surgeon

And I ’ m about to upgrade to
Consultant level after 1 year.
Assistant Professor of General Surgery at the Faculty of Medicine in Egypt with a minimum teaching period of 10 years.
He has an MD , FACS (Fellowship of American College of Surgeons), FEBS (Fellowship of European Board in Surgery), MD fellowship at Birmingham University in UK.
A certified instructor of Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Advanced Trauma life Support (ATLS) and ATOM (Advanced Trauma Operative Management) courses.
Curretly working in Burjeel Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.”

current position : senior consultant general and digestive surgery and chair of colorectal cancer center in Euregio hospital Nordhorn- Germany.
active member in the international.european and german association of general and digestive surgery. active member in the international university of laparascopic colorectal surgeron.”

Dr. Ali Eghtedari has long experience in his medical practice. He is a certified European Surgeon with excellent knowledge and skills in GI Oncological, Reflux, Hernia, Gallbladder and Emergency Surgeries. He is a consultant in general surgery, trained in highly reputed tertiary care hospitals in Europe & United Arab Emirates. Pioneer in advanced laparoscopic general and oncological surgery in UAE, his experience extends to laparoscopy in trauma & all field of General Surgery with special interest in Hernia & Reflux Surgery.

Dr. Alreem is a fourth-year General Surgery resident at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. She completed her internship at Dubai Health Authority and earned her medical degree from Dubai Medical College for Girls. Passionate about surgical excellence, she is dedicated to advancing patient care and pursuing a career in surgery.

Licensed General Practitioner | Dubai Health Authority (DHA) Employee by PH Diagnostics
Passionate about advancing surgical care through artificial intelligence (AI), minimally invasive techniques, and evidence-based practice. I have published rare and complex surgical case reports in high-impact journals and am deeply committed to research—particularly in meta-analysis and surgical outcomes. Currently involved in studies on surgical mentorship and projects exploring the intersection of technology and surgery.”

“Dr. Amer Hashim Hassan Al Ani is a distinguished medical educator, consultant general surgeon, and accomplished author with over 25 years of international surgical and academic experience spanning Iraq, Jordan, Bahrain, and the UAE. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (UK), the Arab Board of Health Specialization in General Surgery, and the Iraqi Board for Medical Specialization in Digestive Surgery.
Currently, Dr. Al Ani serves as Head of Clinical and Medical Training and Clinical Assistant Professor at the College of Medicine, Ajman University, UAE. He is also a consultant surgeon at Amina Medical Centre, Ajman, specializing in general, gastrointestinal, trauma, minimally invasive, and hernia surgery, as well as thyroid and breast procedures.
A prolific researcher, Dr. Al Ani has authored over 40 medical articles in collaboration with physicians from across the region and has been an invited speaker at more than 50 national and international conferences. His contributions to medical literature have earned him accolades, including the Best Research Paper Award from The International Emergency Management Society (TIEMS) in 2012. His research has been supported by Sheikh Khalifa Medical City and Ajman University.
Actively engaged in surgical education, he has contributed to Royal College of Surgeons of England training centres, serving as faculty for key courses and workshops. Recognized for his peer-review expertise, he received the Outstanding Reviewer Award from the International Journal of Surgery Case Reports in 2018.
Dr. Al Ani’s editorial and review roles have connected him with scholars and scientists across the Arab world, further strengthening his influence in the medical community.”

“Onco-surgeon at Rashid Hospital, Dubai, and an assistant professor of surgery at MBRU, Sharjah University, and DMCG. As a core faculty member in the General Surgery residency program in Dubai, Dr Amin is committed to resident education and surgical training.

Dr Amin holds a Master’s in General Surgery from Ain Shams University, along with the Egyptian Fellowship, Arab Board Certification, MRCS (Ireland). His expertise lies in oncologic surgery, surgical education, and rare surgical cases, and actively participates in international conferences and research.”

Graduated from medical school in 2022 and since then have worked with several research centers.
Dr Atousa worked as a Clinical Research Coordinator at Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, & Metabolism at University of Colorado, CO, USA.
Currently working as a clinical researcher.”

Dr. Diary is a consultant paediatric surgeon at Al-Jalila Speciality Children Hospital, Dubai, UAE.

As a fellow of the European Board of Paediatric Surgery and the Iraqi Commission of Medical Specialization in Paediatric Surgery, he possesses vast experience in neonatal and general paediatric surgery, as well as laparoscopic surgery.

He has numerous publications in scientific and peer-reviewed journals.

Highly motivated and enthusiastic medical intern with a strong academic background and extensive clinical experience in the UAE and the UK. Proven expertise in research, public speaking, and leadership roles. Passionate about clinical practice, research, and community health initiatives.

Member of Royal College of Surgeons – England.
Faculty Member of ATLS – ACS.
Adjunct Clinical Lecturer at MBRU.

A fourth-year medical student at Dubai Medical University with a strong interest in clinical research. Contributed to various projects, including elective projects, poster presentations, and actively collaborating with faculty on a comprehensive literature review aimed at advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care outcomes.Eager to continue expanding her research experience and contributing meaningfully to the medical field.

Dr Hamda Alkhoori is a third year general surgery resident at Cleveland clinic Abu Dhabi.

Full Professor of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic surgery with more than 24 years of experience in plastic surgery.
Associate Editor at PRS journal.
More than 95 academic papers in the USA and Europe.
5 inventions in the field of Plastic surgery.

Dr. Hikmat Matar MD, Ph.D; FACS Consultant, General & Laparoscopic Surgeon has been working in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates since 1994 and he was one of the Pioneers in Laparoscopic Surgery in the private sector Abu Dhabi. During this period, he has performed different procedures including Bariatric surgery.
Dr. Matar graduated from Donetsk Medical University Ukraine (USSR) in 1987, then he did his internship in Lebanon in 1988 and his residency in the same university in Ukraine in 1992.
In 1993 he defended his PhD.in General Surgery (Moscow Russia)–Optimal Surgical Procedure and Intensive care in patients with Obstructive jaundice. At the end of 1993, Dr. Matar worked as an Assistant Professor; he delivered several lectures of different topics and had several publications and Professional Rational Patents. Aug 1994 he moved to Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Certificates and Memberships:
•Fellowship American College of Surgeons
•Certified from European Accreditation Council (EAC) as Center of Excellence in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.
•Certified from Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) as Master Surgeon in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
•IFSO, (international federation of surgical obesity)
•Pan Arab Bariatric surgery society
•Emirates Obesity society
•Lebanese order of physicians and Laparoscopic surgeons
•Member of international Who’s Who since 2011.

Dr. Jagpreet Singh Deed is a Consultant General Surgeon with over 25 years of experience specializing in advanced laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery. He is recognized for pioneering expertise in hernia surgery, pilonidal sinus treatment, and complex abdominal wall reconstruction, with additional proficiency in bariatric, colorectal, and hepatobiliary procedures. Currently based at Zulekha Hospital, Dubai & Sharjah, he has performed thousands of laparoscopic surgeries and trains medical graduates and colleagues in advanced techniques.

Dr. Deed serves as an Honorary Clinical Tutor at the University of Edinburgh and Adjunct Clinical Faculty at the University of Sharjah, where he has supervised dissertations and taught medical students for over a decade. His professional accolades include being named Surgeon of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Surgery by the Surgical Review Corporation (USA) and completing prestigious fellowships, including the UICC Surgical Oncology Fellowship and Robotic Oncosurgery Fellowship.

He has published in international journals, co-authored surgical textbooks, and contributed educational videos to the American College of Surgeons Ciné-Med platform. A frequent presenter at global conferences and surgical workshops, Dr. Deed continues to advance the field of minimally invasive surgery while actively engaging in academic teaching, surgical training, and public health education through talks, media, and awareness campaigns.

Jonathan Mokhtar, a 5th year MD student at Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences, with a strong focus on plastic and reconstructive surgery, AI in healthcare, and surgical innovation. He has authored peer-reviewed publications, including research on robotics in plastic surgery and complex flap reconstruction. He has presented at international conferences such as PSTM by ASPS and ECPCA in Milan, as well as national conferences like DIAD-DIAL and EROC. His experiences include clinical and research training at Cleveland Clinic, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Ernst & Young, with ongoing projects in breast reconstruction, AI-driven simulation, and surgical research.

Dr Kameela Majed is a PhD Candidate in General Surgery, mainly Surgical Oncology of breast at Sechenov University in Moscow and working at Dr Suhair AlSaad Medical Centre in Bahrain. My research focuses on advancing precision techniques in benign tumor resection, including fluorescence-guided surgery using indocyanine green (ICG) to improve outcomes in benign and malignant breast lesions. I have contributed to peer-reviewed publications on innovative surgical methods and is actively involved in publishing the new technique on using ICG after Patent acceptance in clinical practice. Dr Kameela holds a Surgical Science post graduate degree as well the General Surgery post graduate degree and has been recognized for her work globally and locally. Shababt times, the first Bahraini online youth media platform, has announced the most prominent Bahraini youth figure on its list of the 100 most influential and prominent young figures in their respective fields.

Academic Qualifications: Postgraduate in General Surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons and the University of Edinburgh Scotland.
Post Graduate in Surgical Sciences from the Royal College of Surgeons and the University of Edinburgh Scotland.
Fellowship in Aesthetic Medicine from the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine.
Bachelor of General Medicine and General Surgery from Kharkiv National Medical University of Ukraine.
After graduating from high school, she completed her studies in business administration from the University of Bahrain and graduated from the Bahrain Training Institute and began studying English literature at the University of Bahrain. She then decided to study medicine abroad where her passion was from the beginning.
Professional Experiences:
Dr. Kameela Sayed Husain Majed has more than 14 years of experience, in many hospitals and medical centers with a selection of consultants of general laparoscopic surgery, and breast onco-reconstructive surgery

Currently, she is a doctor in general surgery at Dr. Suhair Al-Saad Medical Center.
Previously: A doctor in the Department of General Surgery at Al-Salam Specialist Hospital and at Manama Medical Center.
Medical Director at Gulf American Medical Center.
Early career: A resident in the Department of General Surgery and Laparoscopy at Bahrain International Hospital.
She trained in the Department of General Surgery/Colorrectal and Laparoscopy at Western General Hospital in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Trained at Salmaniya Medical Complex as a year of Internship.
She has participated in numerous medical articles and surgical case studies in international scientific journals.
Dr kameela participated in many medical activities and scientific conferences and lectures.
Affiliate of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh Scotland.

Mahmoud Abdollahi is a medical doctor who studies in Tehran Azad university of medical sciences. He is a researching in field of general surgery.

Maral Daneshpazhouh is a third-year medical student (MD program) at the College of Medicine, Ajman University. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics from the University of California, Los Angeles. As part of the Surgery Board Club at Ajman University, she collaborates directly with Dr. Amer Al Ani, Director of the Department of General Surgery, on various research initiatives focused on surgical topics and clinical practice.

Currently Medical Intern in Burjeel Royal Hospital

Driven medical intern committed to personal and professional development to transform into a patient-oriented healthcare professional. Currently an Intern physician at Kings College Hospital London in Dubai, passionate about research and eager to immerse in clinical practice, collaborating with seasoned professionals to refine my skills and cultivate confidence. By contributing to research and engaging in clinical practice, I aim to bridge the gap between theory and real-world application, ultimately striving to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes and the broader medical community.Passionate about surgery, poised to contribute meaningfully to this dynamic field.

Medical student at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, Georgia. Passionate about Emergency Medicine, and aspires to pursue his internship in the UAE and build a career in this dynamic field.

A 5th year medical student at Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine & Health Sciences. Passionate about research and interested in perusing Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery.

Dr Mohammed Mustafa Ali is a general surgery resident – currently training in his third year. Dr Mohammed has successfully graduated MBBS from RAK medical and health sciences university in 2021 and has also practiced as a Medical intern with Dubai health authority before matching into residency at department of health Abudhabi. Dr Mohammed also holds keen interest in research and has published researches in international journals. Apart from that, he has also presented in international conferences in the field of surgery including American college of surgeons UAE chapter 2023, Emirates Surgery international conference where he presented multiple researches.

“Obstetrician & Gynecologist | Minimally Invasive Surgery | Healthcare Leadership

Dr. Mokhamad Zhaffal is a highly accomplished Obstetrician and Gynecologist with over a decade of expertise in minimally invasive gynecological surgery and high-risk obstetrics. He currently serves as the Acting Head of Department at Kanad Hospital, UAE, where he leads strategic initiatives to enhance patient care, optimize workflows, and ensure compliance with international healthcare standards.

Holding an Executive MBA from the American University in Dubai, Dr. Zhaffal seamlessly integrates clinical excellence with healthcare leadership and academic mentorship. He is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (FACOG) and an European Fellow of Obstetrics and Gynecology (EFOG-EBCOG), with certifications in laparoscopic surgery and reproductive medicine.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Zhaffal is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at UAE University, contributing to medical education and research. His extensive academic contributions, research publications, and international presentations reflect his dedication to advancing women’s health and surgical innovation.

Fluent in Arabic, English, and Russian, he is committed to delivering patient-centered care while mentoring the next generation of healthcare professionals.”

Final-year medical student at the University of Sharjah with a strong interest in surgery and academic research. Has participated previously in various of conferences and presented her esearch abstract at the EFMC.

Dr.Najmah Alsobahi, General Surgery Consultant at Hera’a General Hospital in Makkah, She earned the General Surgery Board certificate from King Abdullah Medical City, Makkah in 2021. then she got a Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery (MAS) under the observation of Dr.Mishra. She is a member in the Saudi General Srugery Society.

Dr.Alelwan is a highly skilled Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is Fellow of the American Col-lege of Surgeons. He also serves as a Consultant in Gynecologic Oncology, with expertise in diagnosing and treating cancers of the female reproductive sys-tem.

In addition to his subspecialty, Dr. Alelwan has ex-tensive experience in advanced minimally invasive surgery for benign and malignant gynecological conditions, including laparoscopic and robotic pro-cedures. He is among the pioneers in the UAE to in-troduce Vaginal Natural Orifice Transluminal Endo-scopic Surgery (V-NOTE) hysterectomy. Besides, Dr. Omar Alelwan is an expert in diagnosing and manag-ing gynecologic cancers, conducting intricate gyne-cological operations, and offering cervical cancer screening and prevention. His expertise includes human papillomavirus (HPV) management, ad-vanced hysterectomy techniques, and state-of-the-art gynecologic surgical procedures to ensure opti-mal patient outcomes.

In addition to his clinical experience, he has a good academic experience He is active member in many societies. Also, he participates in many national and international conferences as a speaker. Also con-ducting workshops for training doctors. Was the main translator for the European society of gyneco-logical oncology (ESGO) pocket Guidelines to Arabic. He was involved with the training program and ex-ams for the residents and the fellows.

Dr Rahmat Ullah Shah, working as Specialist General Surgery in Al Qassimi Hospital Sharjah. I have 13 years experience in general and laparoscopic surgeries and currently expanding my skills in Bariatric surgery.

Member of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

Enrolled in Saudi Board General Surgery residency program, since 2022

Sabira is a recent medical school graduate from UAE who is a strong advocate of providing compassionate patient care. She is passionate about clinical research and views it being a pivotal aspect for physicians in 21st century. She has completed her medical internship at Dubai Health Authority and aspires to join the field of surgery.

Professor Safwan Abdulrahman Taha graduated from Basrah College of Medicine, IRAQ, on 1983 with honors, became Professor of Surgery, with distinction, on 2000 and then founding Dean of Thi-Qar College of medicine, IRAQ, in 2003. He holds Fellowship of the Royal Col-lege of Physician and Surgeons of Glasgow, Fellowship of the American College of Surgeons, Specialization Diploma in laparoscopic Surgery from Louis Pasteur University; France, the Certificate of the Arab Board of Surgery.

Prof. Taha is member of the ASMBS, IFSO, SAGES and ELSA and has won the prestigious SAG-ES “Travelling Fellowship Award” twice in a raw (2006 & 2007). He is designated both as “Master Surgeon in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery” and “Surgeon of Excellence in Metabol-ic and Bariatric Surgery” by the Surgical Review Corporation; USA.

Prof. Taha was the first (founding) President of the UAE Chapter of the American College of Surgeons (2013-2016) and, then, elected as Governor of the Chapter for 2 successive terms (2016-2022). He was also founding member of the Emirates Obesity Surgery Interest Group, currently the Emirates Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ESMBS). He has more than 52 published papers in peer reviewed journals & a book chapter, is an international speaker, the Editor of the Journal of Robotic Surgery (Springer Nature) and reviewer for several inter-national journals including Obesity Surgery, the official journal of IFSO.

Prof. Taha served as the Medical Director of Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital Abu Dhabi from 2008-2020 (inclusive) and is currently:
– Consultant and Director of the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Center of Excellence (SRC; USA), Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital, Abu Dhabi; UAE.
– Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medi-cine and Health Sciences, Dubai; UAE.

Founder of International Federation of Medical Students Association – United Arab Emirates (IFMSA-UAE)

Commited medical intern with a strong passion for surgery, emergency medicine, and internal medicine. Dr Sarah thrives in fast-paced environments where critical thinking and swift decision-making are essential.
Her enthusiasm for medical research has enhanced my insight of evidence-based practice and its impact on optimizing patient care.

Trained in UK , FRCS 1975 Edn FrCS England and FRCS Glasg, Hin FRCSG, Hin FCPS, FACS (1989? , Sen Consultsnt Surgeon , Associate clinical Dean and Professor of Surgery (Adj) , RAKMHU , Cintributed to national and international medical journals , Recipient of Best search from Emirates Medical Journal , Main intrest in laparoscopy and trauma surgery, . In uae since 1982 , Till

Recently Advisor Royal College of physicians and Surgeon UK , Meritorious international award from America. College of surgeons for ATLS education 2008

Critical care, Advanced Cardiac critical care and ECMO specialis

oud Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Obtained surgical experience from India, USA, Austria and UAE. Keen on improving the knowledge and awareness about vascular surgery.

Dedicated medical student with a strong passion for surgery and a commitment to academic excellence, who is continuously seeking opportunities to grow his clinical knowledge and surgical skills. His long-term goal is to contribute meaningfully to patient care through precision, innovation, and compassion in the surgical field.

Dr. Waleed Gado – Consultant Bariatric and General Surgeon | Associate Professor of Surgery

Dr. Waleed Gado is a distinguished Consultant Surgeon specializing in Bariatric, Metabolic, and Advanced General Surgery, with an academic role as an Associate Professor of Surgery at Mansoura University, Egypt. He brings over 15 years of clinical, surgical, and academic excellence to his field.

Dr. Gado completed his medical degree and postgraduate training at Mansoura University, one of Egypt’s most prestigious medical institutions, where he later pursued his academic career. His advanced fellowship training in bariatric and minimally invasive surgery provided him with expert proficiency in modern weight loss procedures, revisional bariatric surgery, hernia repair, and advanced laparoscopic surgery.

Throughout his career, Dr. Gado has held prominent positions, including Consultant Surgeon at Zulekha Hospital, Dubai, where he led complex bariatric and gastrointestinal surgical programs, offering patients personalized, evidence-based care. He is particularly known for his expertise in sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass (RYGB and OAGB), SASI bypass, and the surgical management of obesity-related complications.

An active researcher, Dr. Gado has authored multiple publications in peer-reviewed journals, focusing on long-term outcomes of bariatric procedures, innovative surgical techniques, and metabolic disease management. He has contributed to international conferences, sharing insights on obesity treatment strategies and surgical advancements.

Dr. Gado is committed to education, mentoring medical students and surgical trainees, and regularly contributing to surgical workshops and training courses. His clinical philosophy emphasizes patient-centered care, minimally invasive techniques, and multidisciplinary collaboration to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Outside his clinical and academic work, Dr. Gado actively pursues professional development, with interests in surgical innovation, metabolic surgery research, and healthcare quality improvement.

Areas of Expertise:

Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery (Sleeve Gastrectomy, SASI Bypass, RYGB, OAGB)

Revisional Bariatric Surgery

Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery

Extra-cranial Endocrine Surgery

Hernia Repair (Inguinal, Ventral, Hiatal)

Surgical Management of Complex Obesity Cases

Post-bariatric Surgery Complications and Revisional Solutions

Surgical Education and Training

Clinical Research and Publications

Key Achievements:

Associate Professor of Surgery, Mansoura University

Consultant surgeon and HOD of Surgery Umm Al Quwain Hospital

Consultant Surgeon, Zulekha Hospital Dubai (former)

Published research in obesity surgery outcomes and revisional techniques

Speaker and presenter at multiple international medical conferences

Lead surgeon in developing bariatric care pathways in hospital settings

Professional Affiliations:

International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO) – Member

Egyptian Society for Bariatric Surgery – Member

American College of Surgeon(FACS) – Member

Reviewer for peer-reviewed surgical journals

Dr. Yasir Akmal is a consultant surgical oncologist at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi since 2014. He is a Clini-cal Associate Professor of Surgery and is currently the General Surgery Residency Program Director at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. He was involved in many of the first robotic pelvic, surgical oncology and hepatobiliary surgeries at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and in the United Arab Emirates.

His areas of expertise include MIS and robotic surgery, complex upper and lower gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery, colorectal cancer, soft tissue tumors, breast, thyroid and parathy-roid surgery, and surgery for peritoneal malignancies HIPEC.

Prof. Dr. Yusef Moulla
Department of General and Visceral Surgery
Klinikum Chemnitz, Germany

Dr. Yusef Moulla specializes in minimally invasive and robotic surgery with a focus on Surgery of upper GI-tract. His current research interests include the application of new robotic systems in visceral surgery to improve patient outcomes and surgical precision.

Abu Dhabi. UAE
Associate Professor of Medicine, Lerner College of Medicine. Cleveland Ohio, USA
Associate Professor of Medicine, Khalifa University, College of Medicine & Health Sciences, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Dr. Koutoubi joined Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi in 2014 as Consultant Gastroenterology & Hepatology.
American Board Certified in Internal Medicine. Internal Medicine Residency training at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio, USA
American Board Certified in Gastroenterology. Gastroenterology Fellowship at Saint Louis University in Saint Louis, Missouri, USA
Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine in the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Saint Louis Missouri, USA.- Dr. Koutoubi is interested in all aspects of gastroenterology with special interests in the field of inflammatory bowel disease. He is active in research and publication and has been involved with many projects focused on Inflammatory Bowel Disease including participation in creating the First United Arab Emirates consensus on diagnosis and management of inflammatory bowel diseases.
Dr. Koutoubi currently serves on the editorial boards of several scientific journals, including the Journal of General Internal Medicine (JGIM) and Gastroenterology & Hepatology Open Access.