Trust score 8/100
Dr. Ala Sharara
👤 4 years of experience
11,558+
Patients seen
4
Years in practice
10
Publications
4
Languages spoken
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.
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
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2012–2018 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2018–2022 Residency · Gastroenterology
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2022–2023 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2022-09–2023-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Gastroenterology
Malpractice insurance:
HDI Global · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 610 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 2,532 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,660 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,467 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 19 · i10: 12
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Outcomes of Gastroenterology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.9855/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 31722651 · cited by 58
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European registry analysis of Gastroenterology outcomes
DOI: 10.7565/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 33097222 · cited by 128
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Outcomes of Gastroenterology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.5539/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 39540864 · cited by 38
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European registry analysis of Gastroenterology outcomes
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
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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