Best Doctors in United Arab Emirates

Dr. Rekha Santosh is a prominent Specialist Dermatologist at Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi, with over 16 years of medical and aesthetic dermatology experience.

She specializes in clinical dermatology, laser skin therapies, anti-aging injectables (Botox and fillers), and the management of chronic skin conditions.

Board-certified with international aesthetic fellowships, Dr. Santosh combines medical accuracy with advanced aesthetic skin rejuvenation.

Dr. Riad Mounayer is a highly distinguished ENT Surgeon with over 40 years of clinical experience. He holds an MD from the University of Damascus and completed a rigorous three-year residency at the prestigious Portmann Foundation, earning his CES in Otorhinolaryngology from the University of Bordeaux, France. 

He has successfully managed over 100,000 patients and performed more than 20,000 ENT surgeries. Dr. Mounayer is celebrated for his surgical precision and compassionate, patient-centred approach, leveraging his international background across Syria, France, and the UAE to deliver world-class care for complex ear, nose, and throat conditions.

Why Choose Dr. Riad Mounayer?

• Decades of Unmatched Experience: With over four decades in clinical practice, he brings extraordinary surgical expertise, having successfully managed over 100,000 patients and performed upwards of 20,000 ENT surgeries.
• Comprehensive Surgical Skills: He is an expert in a wide range of specialised procedures, from routine tonsillectomies to complex microlaryngoscopy, middle ear surgery, and grommet insertions.
• Advanced Diagnostic Approach: He utilises precision-based diagnostic methods to thoroughly treat chronic and debilitating conditions like allergic rhinitis, vocal cord lesions, and severe vertigo.
• Pioneer in Hearing Science: His deep commitment to audiological advancement is highlighted by his past leadership roles, having actively served on Syria's Cochlear Scientific Committee and Scientific Committee Board.

Dr. Rik Kundra is a British Board-certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with over 20 years of experience in knee surgery and sports medicine. He specialises in treating knee injuries, sports-related conditions, arthritis, and complex knee disorders. 

Dr. Kundra focuses on preserving the natural knee whenever possible, using minimally invasive and advanced surgical techniques to help patients recover faster and maintain long-term joint health. He has extensive experience treating professional athletes and is committed to providing personalised, evidence-based care.

Why Choose Dr. Rik Kundra?

• Over 20 years of experience: Extensive expertise in knee surgery, sports injuries, and joint preservation.
• Expert in sports medicine: Completed advanced sports medicine training in Toronto, Canada, and has experience treating professional athletes.
• Advanced surgical techniques: Specialises in minimally invasive knee surgery, robotic-assisted partial and total knee replacement, and joint-preserving procedures.
• Academic and research leader: Clinical Associate Professor at Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU) with numerous research publications in orthopaedics.
• Patient-centred approach: Focuses on personalised treatment plans, starting with non-surgical options whenever appropriate to help patients return to an active lifestyle.

Dr. Rim AL Choughri is a caring Specialist Pediatrician at Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi, with over 20 years of clinical experience in child healthcare.

She specializes in newborn care, childhood infectious diseases, pediatric allergy, bronchial asthma, and routine pediatric wellness evaluations.

Holding a Master's degree in Pediatrics, Dr. AL Choughri provides family-oriented pediatric care that supports healthy childhood growth.

Dr. Ritu Nambiar is a distinguished Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology with over 31 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier medical care. With a comprehensive background in managing major and minor obstetric and gynaecological procedures, operative hysteroscopy and laparoscopy, cervical cancer screening with colposcopy, and transvaginal endosonography, she has established a reputation for precision and excellence in the field.

Why Choose Dr. Ritu Nambiar?

• Extensive Surgical Expertise: With 31+ years of experience, Dr. Nambiar has a proven track record in independently managing a wide range of obstetric and gynaecological procedures, including high-risk pregnancies and comprehensive couple management of infertility.
• Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: She is highly skilled in operative hysteroscopy and laparoscopy, cervical cancer screening with colposcopy and procedures, and transvaginal endosonography. Her expertise extends to fertility management and the diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as Endometriosis, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), and Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding (DUB).
• Pioneer in Reproductive Medicine: Dr. Nambiar was awarded a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine under the National Board of India, demonstrating her advanced training and commitment to this specialised field. She has an exclusive two-year training in ART/Endoscopy.
• Award-Winning Excellence: Dr. Nambiar has been recognised with prestigious awards for her contributions, including "Doctor of the Year" from Al Warood Medical Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and "Employee of the Year" at Al Rahba Hospital. She also received the Silver Award for "Transformational Event Across Seha" for her work on Gestational Diabetes, and the "Best Employee in Technical/Professional (Physicians) Category" from the Seha Corporate Management Committee.

Dr. Robin Kuruvilla is an expert Specialist Radiologist at Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi, with 6 years of advanced diagnostic radiology practice.

He specializes in musculoskeletal (MSK) imaging, sports medicine MRI, high-resolution CT reporting, and general diagnostic ultrasound.

Fellowship-trained in MSK radiology and sports medicine, Dr. Kuruvilla provides precise radiological diagnoses for orthopedics and clinical care.

Dr. Rubaisha Shahab is a compassionate General Practitioner at Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi, with over 8 years of primary and acute care practice.

She specializes in family medicine, pediatric primary evaluations, adult chronic disease management, and emergency medical assessments.

Holding postgraduate pediatric training credentials, Dr. Shahab delivers thorough, patient-focused care with a strong preventive orientation.

Dr. Rupesh Singh is a distinguished Senior Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at Medcare Hospital, Sharjah, with 20 years of practice.

He specializes in coronary angiography, primary angioplasty, complex stent implantation, and preventive cardiovascular medicine.

Holding DM Cardiology credentials, Dr. Singh is committed to delivering advanced, evidence-based cardiac clinical care.

Dr. Rushikesh Naik is a premier Consultant Radiologist at Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi, with 20 years of clinical and academic radiology leadership.

He specializes in abdominal and gastrointestinal radiology, oncologic imaging, body CT/MRI, and international radiological education.

A triple-board certified Radiologist with FRCR, EDiR, and EDGAR credentials, Dr. Naik provides unmatched diagnostic precision.

Dr. Rwba Mohamed Ibrahim Khalil is an enthusiastic Physiotherapist at Medcare Hospital, Sharjah, with 3 years of clinical practice.

She specializes in neuromuscular rehabilitation, orthopedic recovery, postural correction, and therapeutic exercise programs.

Holding a Bachelor of Physical Therapy, Dr. Khalil is dedicated to restoring patient movement and enhancing physical well-being.

Dr. Saad Siddeeque is an experienced Senior Physiotherapist at Medcare Hospital, Sharjah, bringing 13 years of clinical practice.

He specializes in orthopedic rehabilitation, sports medicine recovery, spinal manual therapy, and neuromuscular conditioning.

Holding advanced physiotherapy credentials, Dr. Siddeeque delivers personalized therapeutic recovery programs.

Dr. Sabeena Sadath is a Senior Consultant Obstetrician & Gynecologist at Medcare Hospital, Sharjah, with 20 years of clinical experience.

She specializes in maternal care, normal and cesarean deliveries, adolescent gynecology, and benign gynecologic surgeries.

With extensive clinical practice, Dr. Sadath provides empathetic, comprehensive, and patient-centered healthcare for women.