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Dr. Ala Sharara

Gastroenterology Dubai

Dr. Ala Sharara

4 years of experience

11,558+
Patients seen
4
Years in practice
10
Publications
4
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr. Ala Sharara at a glance

Dr. Ala Sharara is a Gastroenterology practitioner based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, practising at Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital. They have 39+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Navarra (MD, 2018). Serves patients in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Ala Sharara serves as a Consultant Gastroenterologist at Clemenceau Medical Center and holds the position of Professor of Medicine at the American University of Beirut Medical Center. Previously, he held the role of Chief of the Division of Gastroenterology at AUBMC from 2002 to 2017. Additionally, Dr Sharara is a Consulting Professor at Duke University in Durham, NC, USA, where he underwent training and obtained American Board Certification in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. He is a fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology, the American Gastroenterological Association, and the Royal College of Physicians (London).
Alongside his clinical practice, he is a member of various professional organisations, Dr Sharara is affiliated with the AGA (American Gastroenterological Association), ACG (American College of Gastroenterology), WEO (World Endoscopy Organization), ECCO (European Crohn’s and Colitis Organization), and the Lebanese Society of Gastroenterology. His extensive expertise and contributions in the field reflect his commitment to advancing gastroenterological knowledge and patient care.

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

— Dr. Ala Sharara

Education & training

  1. 2012–2018 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Dubai (AE)
  2. 2018–2022 Residency · Gastroenterology
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Dubai (AE)
  3. 2022–2023 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Mayo Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2022-09–2023-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Gastroenterology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-906857 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Gastroenterology
#EB-02D5C62A · issued 2023 · renewal 2033
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 610
Annual physical exam 99395 2,532
Vaccination administration 90471 2,660
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,467

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 120 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 180.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

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HEADSHOT
Ala Sharara in consultation
IN OFFICE
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WITH TEAM
Ala Sharara at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 117s
Meet Ala Sharara

Research & publications

h-index: 19 · i10: 12

  1. Outcomes of Gastroenterology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Ala Sharara, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.9855/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 31722651 · cited by 58
  2. European registry analysis of Gastroenterology outcomes
    Ala Sharara, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.7565/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 33097222 · cited by 128
  3. Outcomes of Gastroenterology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Ala Sharara, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.5539/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 39540864 · cited by 38
  4. European registry analysis of Gastroenterology outcomes
    Ala Sharara, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.9132/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 37601336 · cited by 68

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Gastroenterology — Dubai · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2023
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2023
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2023

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Gastroenterology
  • Awareness When should you see a gastroenterology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · ala.sharara@euroclinics.example

Location

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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr. Ala Sharara's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr. Ala Sharara treats, with the size of the national pool of United Arab Emirates doctors offering the same care.

Gastroenterology

Digestive-tract conditions including reflux, IBS, IBD, liver disease and colorectal screening.

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Dubai matters

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  • What does Ala Sharara specialise in?

    Ala Sharara specialises in Gastroenterology in Dubai, AE. 39 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Ala Sharara treat?

    Ala Sharara treats conditions within Gastroenterology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Ala Sharara practise?

    Ala Sharara practises in Dubai, AE. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Ala Sharara speak?

    Ala Sharara speaks English, Arabic, French, Spanish.

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