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Dr Samar Habibullah
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Dr Samar Habibullah

Psychiatry · Dubai

4.96 · 156 verified reviews

3,615+ Patients seen
2 Years in practice
14 Publications
5 Languages spoken

About

Dr. Samar Habibullah is a highly experienced specialist psychiatrist with 13 years of expertise in the field of psychiatry. She is dual board-certified by both the Arab Board and the UK Board, ensuring a high standard of care. Known for her warm and compassionate approach, Dr. Habibullah adopts a holistic perspective on mental health, emphasizing the importance of psychotherapy in her treatment plans.

She is deeply attuned to cultural sensitivity, understanding the unique needs of her diverse patient base. Fluent in English, Urdu, Hindi, Farsi, and some Arabic, Dr. Habibullah is able to connect with patients from a wide range of backgrounds.

Dr. Habibullah is skilled in treating a diverse range of mental health issues, including anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, psychosis, and substance use disorders. She also provides care for individuals with personality disorders, eating disorders, and those experiencing life stressors or adjustment difficulties.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Habibullah is actively engaged in mentoring junior psychiatrists and trainees, fostering the next generation of mental health professionals.

She is committed to staying up to date with the latest research and treatment options, ensuring that her patients receive the most effective and evidence-based care. Dr. Habibullah practices in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi, offering comprehensive mental health care to a broad population.

For any questions, please send a message on WhatsApp +971557775347

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr Samar Habibullah

Education & training

  1. 2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Dubai (AE)
  2. 2020–2024 Residency · Psychiatry
    Universitat de València, Dubai (AE)

Career & appointments

  1. 2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Psychiatry

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-893097 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Psychiatry
#EB-4C8FC225 · issued 2025 · renewal 2035
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
Psychiatric evaluation 90791 1,861
Medication management 90833 1,442
CBT session (45m) 90834 525
Family therapy 90847 1,392

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
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) 90 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR
Family therapy 120 min in_clinic 1,260.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Samar Habibullah
HEADSHOT
Samar Habibullah in consultation
IN OFFICE
Samar Habibullah with the team
WITH TEAM
Samar Habibullah at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 148s
Meet Samar Habibullah

Research & publications

h-index: 17 · i10: 9

  1. Long-term follow-up of Psychiatry across AE
    Samar Habibullah, et al. · World Psychiatry, 2026
    DOI: 10.8273/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 33733913 · cited by 80
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Psychiatry
    Samar Habibullah, et al. · World Psychiatry, 2025
    DOI: 10.7113/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 31024036 · cited by 122
  3. Long-term follow-up of Psychiatry across AE
    Samar Habibullah, et al. · JAMA Psychiatry, 2024
    DOI: 10.6489/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 33234346 · cited by 36

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Psychiatry European Annual Congress (Psychiatry) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Psychiatry National Society Meeting · Dubai · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Psychiatry — Dubai · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
  • 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international

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

★ 4.96 156 verified reviews
Bedside Manner
5.00
Knowledge
5.00
Wait Time
4.71
Staff Friendliness
4.98
Ease Of Appointment
4.86
Value For Money
4.88
Would Recommend Pct
98
  • ★ 5 verified visit

    “Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.”

    — Anna B. · 2026-05-23

  • ★ 5 verified visit

    “Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.”

    — Marco V. · 2026-04-14

  • ★ 4 verified visit

    “Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.”

    — Helena F. · 2026-04-21

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Psychiatry
  • Awareness When should you see a psychiatry?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · samar.habibullah@euroclinics.example
Accepted intl insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

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