12 years of experience·★★★★★5.0(39 verified reviews)
11,826+
Patients seen
12
Years in practice
9
Publications
2
Languages spoken
PROFILE SUMMARY
About Dr. Abdulkader Hamad at a glance
Dr. Abdulkader Hamad is a Spinal Surgery practitioner based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. They have 20+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2010). Serves patients in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates and the surrounding area.
VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026
About
Dr. Abdulkader Hamad is a Consultant Orthopedic Spinal Surgeon with extensive expertise in treating both pediatric and adult spinal deformities, as well as handling complex spinal trauma and revisional spinal surgeries. A graduate with commendation from the University of Aberdeen in 2006, Dr. Hamad completed his rigorous training through the renowned Stoke/Oswestry Orthopedic training program. In 2017, he attained his FRCS (Orth) from the Royal College of Edinburgh, followed by the Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT). His dedication to advanced spinal care was further enhanced by his fellowship training at Salford Royal Infirmary and Manchester Children’s Hospital, with additional professional experience in Bordeaux and Dublin.
Dr. Hamad has served as a consultant at the University Hospital North Midlands, a major trauma center specialising in complex spinal emergencies and a tertiary center for spinal deformities. With 18 years of NHS experience, Dr. Hamad brings a wealth of clinical knowledge to his practice, including a particular focus on minimally invasive surgery. He is fluent in both Arabic and English, allowing him to communicate effectively with a diverse patient base, and is an active member of the British Scoliosis Society (BSS) and the British Association of Spinal Surgeons (BASS).
Throughout his career, Dr. Hamad has developed a comprehensive approach to spinal surgery. He specialises in pediatric scoliosis and kyphosis correction, employing advanced techniques like growing rods for young patients. His expertise extends to complex adult reconstructive surgeries for conditions such as flatback syndrome and scoliosis, and he frequently performs microscopic lumbar discectomies and decompression procedures on the lumbar and thoracic spine. Dr. Hamad is highly skilled in interbody fusion techniques, including TLIF and minimally invasive anterior surgeries like DLIF, OLLIF, and ALIF. In cervical spine surgery, he performs anterior cervical decompression and fusion (ACDF) as well as cervical disc replacement (ACDR) procedures, offering critical support for patients with myelopathy and traumatic injuries.
In his trauma-focused work, Dr. Hamad manages thoracolumbar and spinopelvic fractures, utilizing stabilization and fusion techniques to aid recovery. His approach to fragility fractures includes vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty, and he is experienced in treating metastatic spinal cord compression through decompression and fusion. Dr. Hamad also addresses spinal infections, providing stabilization, decompression, and biopsies as needed. In addition, he offers comprehensive pain management options, including spinal injections and radiofrequency ablation for chronic back pain.
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Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES
Dr. Abdulkader Hamad's Areas of Specialty
Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr. Abdulkader Hamad treats, with the size of the national pool of United Arab Emirates doctors offering the same care.
Medical practice in United Arab Emirates is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant United Arab Emirates medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Abu Dhabi carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.
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What does Abdulkader Hamad specialise in?
Abdulkader Hamad specialises in Spinal Surgery in Abu Dhabi, AE. 20 years of clinical experience.
What conditions does Abdulkader Hamad treat?
Abdulkader Hamad treats conditions within Spinal Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.
Where does Abdulkader Hamad practise?
Abdulkader Hamad practises in Abu Dhabi, AE. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.
What languages does Abdulkader Hamad speak?
Abdulkader Hamad speaks English, Arabic.
How do I book an appointment with Abdulkader Hamad?
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What do patients say about Abdulkader Hamad?
Abdulkader Hamad has a verified rating of 5/5 from 39 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.
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