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Dr. Riad Rafaat Fakih

Orthopaedic Surgery Dubai

Dr. Riad Rafaat Fakih

16 years of experience

1,874+
Patients seen
16
Years in practice
10
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr. Riad Rafaat Fakih at a glance

Dr. Riad Rafaat Fakih is an Orthopaedic Surgery practitioner based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, practising at Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital. They have 37+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Navarra (MD, 2006). Serves patients in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and the surrounding area.

About

Dr. Riad Rifaat Fakih, a Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon, has over 23 years of experience specializing in sports injury treatments of the knee and shoulder joints. His expertise encompasses arthroscopic treatment and joint replacement surgery.
Dr. Fakih is recognized for his work in the treatment of shoulder dislocation, rotator cuff tear, and knee injuries. With a background in minimally invasive surgeries, he contributes significantly to advancements in orthopedic care.

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

— Dr. Riad Rafaat Fakih

Education & training

  1. 2000–2006 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Dubai (AE)
  2. 2006–2010 Residency · Orthopaedic Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Dubai (AE)
  3. 2010–2011 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Mayo Clinic, US

Career & appointments

  1. 2010-09–2011-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Orthopaedic Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-239486 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
#EB-CA452047 · issued 2011 · renewal 2021
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,877
Annual physical exam 99395 115
Vaccination administration 90471 1,451
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 580

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 120 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 180.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Riad Rafaat Fakih
HEADSHOT
Riad Rafaat Fakih in consultation
IN OFFICE
Riad Rafaat Fakih with the team
WITH TEAM
Riad Rafaat Fakih at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 143s
Meet Riad Rafaat Fakih

Research & publications

h-index: 7 · i10: 10

  1. European registry analysis of Orthopaedic Surgery outcomes
    Riad Rafaat Fakih, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.2635/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 31275633 · cited by 61
  2. Outcomes of Orthopaedic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Riad Rafaat Fakih, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.9994/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 31981165 · cited by 159
  3. European registry analysis of Orthopaedic Surgery outcomes
    Riad Rafaat Fakih, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.5785/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 32627022 · cited by 65
  4. Outcomes of Orthopaedic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Riad Rafaat Fakih, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.6186/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 35114920 · cited by 163

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Orthopaedic Surgery — Dubai · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2011
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2011
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2011

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Awareness When should you see a orthopaedic surgery?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · riad.rafaat.fakih@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. Riad Rafaat Fakih's Areas of Specialty

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

Orthopaedic Surgery

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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  • What does Riad Rafaat Fakih specialise in?

    Riad Rafaat Fakih specialises in Orthopaedic Surgery in Dubai, AE. 37 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Riad Rafaat Fakih treat?

    Riad Rafaat Fakih treats conditions within Orthopaedic Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Riad Rafaat Fakih practise?

    Riad Rafaat Fakih practises in Dubai, AE. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

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    Riad Rafaat Fakih speaks English.

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