Trust score 8/100
Dr. Iyad Issa
👤 6 years of experience
7,283+
Patients seen
6
Years in practice
13
Publications
2
Languages spoken
About
Dr Iyad Issa is a consultant gastroenterologist and hepatologist at Harley Street Medical Centre in Abu Dhabi. He has a special interest in functional disorders, GI bleeding, obesity, and inflammatory bowel disease.
He gained his MD from the American University of Beirut (AUB) in 1995 and went on to attain a diploma in internal medicine before studying gastroenterology at the AUB Medical Centre. Additionally, he holds a certification from the Business of Healthcare Academy (Duke University, USA).
He is actively involved in research and has authored or co-authored over 20 papers in high-impact journals. He has also delivered over 50 presentations both nationally and internationally. Furthermore, he is a reviewer and member of the editorial board of a number of peer-reviewed journals, including the World Journal of Gastroenterology.
Dr. Issa is trained in GCP and holds CITI certification. He has also been the chairman of the institutional review board at Rafik Hariri University Hospital, a position he has held for the past nine years. Additionally, he has been the chairman and chief medical officer at Rafik Hariri University Hospital. His extensive experience means that Dr. Issa is able to provide the highest quality of care for his patients.
He is multilingual and speaks Arabic, English, and French.
He gained his MD from the American University of Beirut (AUB) in 1995 and went on to attain a diploma in internal medicine before studying gastroenterology at the AUB Medical Centre. Additionally, he holds a certification from the Business of Healthcare Academy (Duke University, USA).
He is actively involved in research and has authored or co-authored over 20 papers in high-impact journals. He has also delivered over 50 presentations both nationally and internationally. Furthermore, he is a reviewer and member of the editorial board of a number of peer-reviewed journals, including the World Journal of Gastroenterology.
Dr. Issa is trained in GCP and holds CITI certification. He has also been the chairman of the institutional review board at Rafik Hariri University Hospital, a position he has held for the past nine years. Additionally, he has been the chairman and chief medical officer at Rafik Hariri University Hospital. His extensive experience means that Dr. Issa is able to provide the highest quality of care for his patients.
He is multilingual and speaks Arabic, English, and French.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr. Iyad Issa
Education & training
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2010–2016 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2016–2020 Residency · Gastroenterology
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2020–2021 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2020-09–2021-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Gastroenterology
Malpractice insurance:
Allianz Professional · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,057 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 903 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,311 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 1,472 |
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 | 90 min | in_clinic | 810.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 60 min | in_clinic | 540.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 8 · i10: 13
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Outcomes of Gastroenterology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.9104/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 38408564 · cited by 193
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European registry analysis of Gastroenterology outcomes
DOI: 10.1387/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 30626373 · cited by 171
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
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2021
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2021
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2021
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Gastroenterology
- Awareness When should you see a gastroenterology?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · iyad.issa@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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