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Dr. Rajab Assaf

Plastic Surgery Abu Dhabi

Dr. Rajab Assaf

3 years of experience

1,840+
Patients seen
3
Years in practice
4
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr. Rajab Assaf at a glance

Dr. Rajab Assaf is a Plastic Surgery practitioner based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, practising at Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital. They have 28+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Navarra (MD, 2019). Serves patients in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates and the surrounding area.

About

Dr. Rajab Assaf is a board-certified consultant general and plastic surgeon with extensive experience in a wide range of cosmetic plastic surgeries. He is the owner of Dr. Rajab Assaf Clinic, where his goal is to provide his patients with the highest level of care and satisfaction. Dr. Assaf believes that even a small enhancement can make a significant difference in a person's appearance, and he is committed to helping his patients achieve their aesthetic goals.
Dr. Assaf's medical journey began in 1993 when he earned his Bachelor's Degree in Human Medicine from Tishreen University in Syria. He continued his education, obtaining a Master's Degree in General Surgery in 1998 from Al Mowasat Hospital and Assad University Hospital in Damascus. In 2002, he completed his Master's Degree in Plastic Surgery at the same institutions. Throughout his career, he gained further experience by completing stages in thoracic surgery, urology, neurosurgery, and paediatric surgery at Assad University Hospital.
Dr. Assaf has attended numerous international and local plastic surgery conferences to stay updated on the latest advancements in his field. His expertise covers a wide range of surgeries and treatments, including:
Rhytidectomy (facelift)
Rhinoplasty
Breast reduction and lift
Otoplasty (ear surgery)
Liposuction (traditional and Smart Typo laser)
Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck)
Face, neck, and breast lift
Upper and lower eyelid surgery
Thread lifting for the face, neck, and breast
Reconstructive surgeries for burns, tumours, and skin restoration
Additionally, Dr. Assaf is highly experienced in non-surgical procedures such as Botox, plasma therapy, and fillers, as well as the use of Fractional CO2 laser for skin rejuvenation. He also specialises in fat transfer procedures to enhance areas like the cheeks, lips, breasts, and buttocks, and to correct body contours.

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

— Dr. Rajab Assaf

Education & training

  1. 2013–2019 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Abu Dhabi (AE)
  2. 2019–2023 Residency · Plastic Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Abu Dhabi (AE)
  3. 2023–2024 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Career & appointments

  1. 2023-09–2024-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Plastic Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-286353 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Plastic Surgery
#EB-63784375 · issued 2024 · renewal 2034
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,476
Annual physical exam 99395 514
Vaccination administration 90471 1,186
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 173

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

Office, team & in practice

Rajab Assaf
HEADSHOT
Rajab Assaf in consultation
IN OFFICE
Rajab Assaf with the team
WITH TEAM
Rajab Assaf at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 113s
Meet Rajab Assaf

Research & publications

h-index: 9 · i10: 8

  1. Outcomes of Plastic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Rajab Assaf, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.1206/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 38134155 · cited by 148
  2. European registry analysis of Plastic Surgery outcomes
    Rajab Assaf, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.2156/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 35670869 · cited by 102
  3. Outcomes of Plastic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Rajab Assaf, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.3568/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 39501928 · cited by 168
  4. European registry analysis of Plastic Surgery outcomes
    Rajab Assaf, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.9535/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 38788240 · cited by 90

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Plastic Surgery — Abu Dhabi · 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 Plastic Surgery
  • Awareness When should you see a plastic surgery?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · rajab.assaf@euroclinics.example

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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. Rajab Assaf's Areas of Specialty

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

Plastic Surgery

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Abu Dhabi matters

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  • What does Rajab Assaf specialise in?

    Rajab Assaf specialises in Plastic Surgery in Abu Dhabi, AE. 28 years of clinical experience.

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    Rajab Assaf speaks English, Arabic.

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