Trust score 8/100
Dr Murtaza Pithawala
👤 3 years of experience
4,998+
Patients seen
3
Years in practice
9
Publications
5
Languages spoken
About
Dr Murtaza Pithawala is an experienced surgeon specialising in laparoscopic and laser-based procedures. He practices at Cosmocare Medical Center, as well as Zulekha Hospital and Medcare Royal Speciality Hospital, where he provides advanced, minimally invasive surgical care across a wide range of conditions.
He completed his Master of Surgery degree, followed by postgraduate study achieving Diplomate of National Board (DNB). He further enhanced his expertise with a Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS, UK) in 2003 and a Fellowship of the National Board (FNB) in Minimal Access Surgery in 2007. His postgraduate training was undertaken at the prestigious Kasturba Hospital, Manipal.
Dr Pithawala advanced his surgical skills through fellowship training under Padma Shri Dr P.K. Chowbey at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi who is one of the pioneers of laparoscopic surgery in India. Here he gained extensive experience in complex and high-risk minimally invasive procedures.
His clinical practice covers the full spectrum of hernia repair and proctology, alongside cancer screening for colorectal and stomach conditions. He is also skilled in performing both upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies, delivering comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic care with a focus on patient safety and optimal outcomes.
He completed his Master of Surgery degree, followed by postgraduate study achieving Diplomate of National Board (DNB). He further enhanced his expertise with a Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS, UK) in 2003 and a Fellowship of the National Board (FNB) in Minimal Access Surgery in 2007. His postgraduate training was undertaken at the prestigious Kasturba Hospital, Manipal.
Dr Pithawala advanced his surgical skills through fellowship training under Padma Shri Dr P.K. Chowbey at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi who is one of the pioneers of laparoscopic surgery in India. Here he gained extensive experience in complex and high-risk minimally invasive procedures.
His clinical practice covers the full spectrum of hernia repair and proctology, alongside cancer screening for colorectal and stomach conditions. He is also skilled in performing both upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies, delivering comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic care with a focus on patient safety and optimal outcomes.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Murtaza Pithawala
Education & training
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2013–2019 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2019–2023 Residency · General Surgery
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 General Surgery
Malpractice insurance:
Allianz Professional · 2,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 2,286 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 2,872 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 3,024 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,439 |
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 | 30 min | in_clinic | 540.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 120 min | in_clinic | 810.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 6 · i10: 11
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Validation of clinical scoring in General Surgery
DOI: 10.7241/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 30824406 · cited by 30
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Long-term follow-up of General Surgery across AE
DOI: 10.4375/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 31415478 · cited by 36
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Validation of clinical scoring in General Surgery
DOI: 10.6304/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 33494032 · cited by 26
Invited talks
- Practical updates in General Surgery European Annual Congress (General Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in General Surgery National Society Meeting · Dubai · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated General Surgery — Dubai · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
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 General Surgery
- Awareness When should you see a general surgery?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · murtaza.pithawala@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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