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Dr. Farhan Haleem

Verified Physiotherapy Abu Dhabi

Dr. Farhan Haleem

2 years of experience 5.0 (1 verified reviews)

7,783+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
14
Publications
4
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr. Farhan Haleem at a glance

Dr. Farhan Haleem is a Physiotherapy practitioner based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 8+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2020). Serves patients in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates and the surrounding area.

About

Dr. Farhan Haleem is a licensed physiotherapist with more than 7 years of experience in the treatment and rehabilitation of patients with musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions. His clinical expertise covers a wide range of neurological disorders, including stroke, spinal cord injuries, vestibular problems, Parkinson’s disease, and cerebral palsy. He is highly skilled in neurological rehabilitation, kinesio-taping, manual therapy, pain management, and the development of exercise prescriptions tailored to individual patient needs. His approach is evidence-based and patient-centered, with the aim of improving mobility, functional status, and overall quality of life.

Dr. Haleem earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2018, followed by a Master’s degree in Neuromuscular Physical Therapy in 2020. In 2024, he completed a Diploma in Manual Therapy. He is licensed with the Department of Health (Abu Dhabi, UAE) and the Health and Care Professions Council (UK). He is also registered with the Council of Allied Health Sciences Pakistan and holds memberships with the Pakistan Physical Therapy Association, the Emirates Medical Association, the American Physical Therapy Association, the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy (UK), and the International Neurological Physical Therapy Association.

Currently, Dr. Haleem works as a physiotherapist at LLH Hospital Al Musaffah, part of Burjeel Holdings, where he has been practicing since November 2023. Previously, he served as a Clinical Physiotherapist and Lecturer at the City University of Science and Information Technology in Peshawar, where he also held the position of DPT Program Coordinator. His earlier experience includes working at SGH Physical Therapy Clinic, Souvenir General Hospital in Peshawar, and City Rehab Clinic, City General Hospital in Peshawar.

Throughout his career, Dr. Haleem has continued to build his expertise by participating in numerous workshops and certificate courses, including advanced training in the management of cervicogenic headaches, cervico-brachial pain, post-operative rehabilitation of the shoulder joint, geriatric physiotherapy, complex cervical spine management, lumbar spine stenosis, gait analysis in neurological disorders, lymphedema management, and long-term strategies for painful movement management. He also holds Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

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

— Dr. Farhan Haleem

Education & training

  1. 2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Abu Dhabi (AE)
  2. 2020–2024 Residency · Physiotherapy
    Universitat de València, Abu Dhabi (AE)

Career & appointments

  1. 2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Physiotherapy

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-803168 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Physiotherapy
#EB-5393884D · issued 2025 · renewal 2035
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,026
Annual physical exam 99395 2,908
Vaccination administration 90471 2,604
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,379

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 30 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Farhan Haleem
HEADSHOT
Farhan Haleem in consultation
IN OFFICE
Farhan Haleem with the team
WITH TEAM
Farhan Haleem at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 140s
Meet Farhan Haleem

Research & publications

h-index: 19 · i10: 9

  1. Long-term follow-up of Physiotherapy across AE
    Farhan Haleem, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.7470/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 31598465 · cited by 130
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Physiotherapy
    Farhan Haleem, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.5533/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 39511728 · cited by 80
  3. Long-term follow-up of Physiotherapy across AE
    Farhan Haleem, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.1294/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 35824027 · cited by 190

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Physiotherapy — 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 2025
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2025
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2025

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Physiotherapy
  • Awareness When should you see a physiotherapy?

For international patients

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

Location

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Patient reviews

1 verified reviews
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4★ 1
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1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.8
Staff Friendliness
5.0
Ease Of Appointment
4.9
Value For Money
4.9
Would Recommend Pct
99.0
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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. Farhan Haleem's Areas of Specialty

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

Physiotherapy

Movement-based rehabilitation for injuries, post-surgical recovery, chronic pain and athletic performance.

Dr. Farhan Haleem is one of 1,301 physiotherapy doctors indexed in United Arab Emirates. Browse physiotherapy doctors in United Arab Emirates →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Abu Dhabi matters

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  • What does Farhan Haleem specialise in?

    Farhan Haleem specialises in Physiotherapy in Abu Dhabi, AE. 8 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Farhan Haleem treat?

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  • Where does Farhan Haleem practise?

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    Farhan Haleem speaks English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu.

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