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Dr. Kassem El-Shunnar
👤 3 years of experience
13,121+
Patients seen
3
Years in practice
11
Publications
2
Languages spoken
About
Dr Kassem El-Shunnar is a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon with more than 32 years of experience at Consultant level across the United Kingdom and the Middle East. British-trained and internationally recognised, he is known for his expertise in complex cranial and spinal surgery, with particular emphasis on minimally invasive and navigation-guided techniques.
He provides comprehensive cranial neurosurgical care, including the management of brain tumours, intracranial haemorrhage, and other complex intracranial pathologies. Dr El-Shunnar has advanced expertise in endoscopic endonasal surgery for pituitary tumours and skull base lesions, offering patients state-of-the-art, minimally invasive treatment options.
His spinal practice covers the full spectrum of degenerative, traumatic, and compressive spinal disorders. He has extensive experience in microscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery involving the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions.
Alongside his clinical work, Dr El-Shunnar is deeply committed to medical education and postgraduate training. He serves as Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor of Neurosurgery at Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU) and is an MRCS Examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons of London.
He provides comprehensive cranial neurosurgical care, including the management of brain tumours, intracranial haemorrhage, and other complex intracranial pathologies. Dr El-Shunnar has advanced expertise in endoscopic endonasal surgery for pituitary tumours and skull base lesions, offering patients state-of-the-art, minimally invasive treatment options.
His spinal practice covers the full spectrum of degenerative, traumatic, and compressive spinal disorders. He has extensive experience in microscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery involving the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions.
Alongside his clinical work, Dr El-Shunnar is deeply committed to medical education and postgraduate training. He serves as Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor of Neurosurgery at Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU) and is an MRCS Examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons of London.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr. Kassem El-Shunnar
Education & training
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2013–2019 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2019–2023 Residency · Neurosurgery
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2023–2024 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2023-09–2024-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Neurosurgery
Malpractice insurance:
Generali Healthcare · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 623 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 2,977 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 121 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 1,838 |
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 | 60 min | in_clinic | 360.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 90 min | in_clinic | 270.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 8 · i10: 3
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European registry analysis of Neurosurgery outcomes
DOI: 10.3823/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 36876285 · cited by 127
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Outcomes of Neurosurgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.2599/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 32642173 · cited by 125
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Neurosurgery European Annual Congress (Neurosurgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Neurosurgery National Society Meeting · Dubai · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Neurosurgery — Dubai · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2024
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2024
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2024
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Neurosurgery
- Awareness When should you see a neurosurgery?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · kassem.el.shunnar@euroclinics.example
- Accepted international insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Location
1 tagPatient reviews
6 verified reviews5.00
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6 reviews
- 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
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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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