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Dr. Elwin Buchel

Verified Gastroenterology Abu Dhabi

Dr. Elwin Buchel

2 years of experience 4.9 (12 verified reviews)

11,061+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
5
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr. Elwin Buchel at a glance

Dr. Elwin Buchel is a Gastroenterology practitioner based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. They have 55+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2022). Serves patients in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

About

Dr. Elwin Buchel is a gastroenterologist with over 30 years of expertise in gastroenterology and hepatology. A graduate of the University of Pretoria, South Africa, Dr. Buchel earned his Master’s Degree in Internal Medicine in 1983 and later achieved a doctorate in liver disease in 2008. 
Dr. Buchel served as the president of the South African Gastroenterology Society (SAGES), where he contributed significantly to advancing the field. Before relocating to Abu Dhabi, he held a full-time academic position at the University of Pretoria, where he was a trusted tutor and mentor. His expertise in endoscopy has earned him widespread recognition, and he is renowned for his empathetic and compassionate approach to patient care.
A firm believer in holistic healthcare, Dr. Buchel is passionate about helping patients achieve optimal digestive health. He takes a personalised approach, working closely with each individual to develop tailored treatment plans that meet their unique needs. Education is a cornerstone of his practice; he empowers patients by ensuring they are informed and actively involved in their care journey.
Dr. Buchel strives to create a supportive and comfortable environment where patients feel heard and understood. By combining the latest medical advancements with a deep commitment to patient well-being, Dr. Buchel continues to deliver exceptional care and improve the lives of those he treats.

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

— Dr. Elwin Buchel

Education & training

  1. 2016–2022 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Abu Dhabi (AE)
  2. 2022–2026 Residency · Gastroenterology
    Universitat de València, Abu Dhabi (AE)

Career & appointments

  1. 2026-09–2027-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Gastroenterology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-497152 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Gastroenterology
#EB-A3E0C7D0 · issued 2027 · renewal 2037
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,255
Annual physical exam 99395 1,273
Vaccination administration 90471 2,281
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,406

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 90 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Elwin Buchel
HEADSHOT
Elwin Buchel in consultation
IN OFFICE
Elwin Buchel with the team
WITH TEAM
Elwin Buchel at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 114s
Meet Elwin Buchel

Research & publications

h-index: 4 · i10: 15

  1. Long-term follow-up of Gastroenterology across AE
    Elwin Buchel, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.6933/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 30845996 · cited by 183
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Gastroenterology
    Elwin Buchel, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.8568/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 30525232 · cited by 5
  3. Long-term follow-up of Gastroenterology across AE
    Elwin Buchel, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.4704/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 38471273 · cited by 51
  4. Validation of clinical scoring in Gastroenterology
    Elwin Buchel, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.2593/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 35352335 · cited by 81

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

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

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2027
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2027
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2027

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Gastroenterology 2026-03-05 · 4 min read
  • Awareness When should you see a gastroenterology? 2026-01-10 · 8 min read

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · elwin.buchel@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

12 verified reviews
4.94
★★★★⯨
12 reviews
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.7
Staff Friendliness
5.0
Ease Of Appointment
4.8
Value For Money
4.9
Would Recommend Pct
98.0
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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. Elwin Buchel's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr. Elwin Buchel 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.

Dr. Elwin Buchel is one of 301 gastroenterology doctors indexed in United Arab Emirates. Browse gastroenterology doctors in United Arab Emirates →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Abu Dhabi matters

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 Elwin Buchel specialise in?

    Elwin Buchel specialises in Gastroenterology in Abu Dhabi, AE. 55 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Elwin Buchel treat?

    Elwin Buchel treats conditions within Gastroenterology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Elwin Buchel practise?

    Elwin Buchel practises in Abu Dhabi, AE. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

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    Elwin Buchel speaks English.

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