Trust score 8/100
Accepting new patients
Dr Emad Farrag
9,160+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
8
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr Emad Farrag is a highly experienced UK-trained Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and the Director of Children’s Services and Head of Psychiatry at Global Care Hospital in Abu Dhabi. He completed his medical degree at Ain Shams University, Egypt in 1995 followed by his general psychiatry training at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital in London, UK. He later completed his advanced specialist training in child and adolescent psychiatry at the South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (UK). After completing his training, he became registered as an Approved Clinician under the Mental Health Act 1983 and registered as a Specialist in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry by the General Medical Council (UK). He is also a Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (UK).
During his time in Abu Dhabi, Dr Farrag contributed his expertise at The Maudsley Center and more recently at The American Center for Psychiatry & Neurology (ACPN), where he served as the Clinical Lead for the Adult ADHD Service. At ACPN, he pioneered the development of the first Adult ADHD care pathway in Abu Dhabi and worked closely with ADEK to determine Special Educational Needs (SEN) & People of Determination (PoD).
Dr Farrag brings a wealth of experience in child and adolescent psychiatry to his current role and holds special interests in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of various conditions, including neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism and ADHD, adult ADHD, depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD).
Alongside his clinical work, Dr Farrag is a Founding Member and Executive Board Member of the United Kingdom ADHD Partnership (UKAP) and actively contributes to the UKAP Training Subcommittee. Here, he develops and delivers teaching modules aimed at raising awareness of ADHD in primary care, educational settings, and among parents.
Dr Farrag is a strong advocate for early detection and intervention in childhood and the smooth transition into adult ADHD care. His contributions include the development of a specialist clinic for Adult ADHD in the UK, working with one of the largest private mental health providers, and spearheading the first Specialised Adult ADHD Care Pathway in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
During his time in Abu Dhabi, Dr Farrag contributed his expertise at The Maudsley Center and more recently at The American Center for Psychiatry & Neurology (ACPN), where he served as the Clinical Lead for the Adult ADHD Service. At ACPN, he pioneered the development of the first Adult ADHD care pathway in Abu Dhabi and worked closely with ADEK to determine Special Educational Needs (SEN) & People of Determination (PoD).
Dr Farrag brings a wealth of experience in child and adolescent psychiatry to his current role and holds special interests in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of various conditions, including neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism and ADHD, adult ADHD, depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD).
Alongside his clinical work, Dr Farrag is a Founding Member and Executive Board Member of the United Kingdom ADHD Partnership (UKAP) and actively contributes to the UKAP Training Subcommittee. Here, he develops and delivers teaching modules aimed at raising awareness of ADHD in primary care, educational settings, and among parents.
Dr Farrag is a strong advocate for early detection and intervention in childhood and the smooth transition into adult ADHD care. His contributions include the development of a specialist clinic for Adult ADHD in the UK, working with one of the largest private mental health providers, and spearheading the first Specialised Adult ADHD Care Pathway in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Emad Farrag
Education & training
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2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2020–2024 Residency · Psychiatry
Career & appointments
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2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Psychiatry
Malpractice insurance:
HDI Global · 3,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| Psychiatric evaluation | 90791 | 1,781 |
| Medication management | 90833 | 3,042 |
| CBT session (45m) | 90834 | 173 |
| Family therapy | 90847 | 2,640 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 360.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 180.00 EUR |
| CBT session (45m) | 120 min | in_clinic | 1,620.00 EUR |
| Family therapy | 90 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 9 · i10: 9
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Validation of clinical scoring in Psychiatry
DOI: 10.9284/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 32315106 · cited by 168
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Long-term follow-up of Psychiatry across AE
DOI: 10.8838/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 34575131 · cited by 154
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Validation of clinical scoring in Psychiatry
DOI: 10.5155/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 33500311 · cited by 76
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Long-term follow-up of Psychiatry across AE
DOI: 10.6761/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 30937545 · cited by 102
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Psychiatry European Annual Congress (Psychiatry) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Psychiatry National Society Meeting · Abu Dhabi · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Psychiatry — Abu Dhabi · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- European Psychiatric Association — Member · since 2025
- World Psychiatric Association — Member · since 2025
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2025
Patient reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 0.05
- Knowledge
- 0.08
- Wait Time
- 3.80
- Staff Friendliness
- 0.02
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.00
- Value For Money
- 4.10
- Would Recommend Pct
- 4
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★ 5 verified visit
“Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.”
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★ 5 verified visit
“Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.”
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★ 4 verified visit
“Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.”
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Psychiatry
- Awareness When should you see a psychiatry?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · emad.farrag@euroclinics.example
