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Dr Samih Tarabichi
👤 2 years of experience
5,222+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
4
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr Samih Tarabichi is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon and a globally recognised leader in knee arthroplasty and joint reconstruction, with a career spanning over 35 years. He has performed more than 25,000 joint replacement surgeries worldwide and is widely regarded as a pioneer in the field of Asian knee arthroplasty.
Dr Tarabichi completed his orthopaedic residency at McGill University, Canada (1984–1987), following earlier medical training and research roles at the University of Illinois, Mt. Carmel Medical Center in Ohio, Ohio State University, and the Medical College of Ohio. His expertise and innovation have shaped modern orthopaedic practice through groundbreaking contributions to knee implant design, revision surgery, and 3D-printed custom implants.
He holds seven international patents related to total knee replacement and revision procedures and played a pivotal role in developing the Persona Knee Implant by Zimmer—a design that revolutionised postoperative flexibility and mobility. More recently, he helped introduce the Zimmer Knee Revision System to the Middle East, marking a major advancement in complex revision surgeries.
Dr Tarabichi has published extensively in leading orthopaedic journals and is the Founder and Chairman of the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction (ICJR ME), established in 2011. His innovations continue to advance patient outcomes and surgical excellence across the UAE and beyond.
Dr Tarabichi completed his orthopaedic residency at McGill University, Canada (1984–1987), following earlier medical training and research roles at the University of Illinois, Mt. Carmel Medical Center in Ohio, Ohio State University, and the Medical College of Ohio. His expertise and innovation have shaped modern orthopaedic practice through groundbreaking contributions to knee implant design, revision surgery, and 3D-printed custom implants.
He holds seven international patents related to total knee replacement and revision procedures and played a pivotal role in developing the Persona Knee Implant by Zimmer—a design that revolutionised postoperative flexibility and mobility. More recently, he helped introduce the Zimmer Knee Revision System to the Middle East, marking a major advancement in complex revision surgeries.
Dr Tarabichi has published extensively in leading orthopaedic journals and is the Founder and Chairman of the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction (ICJR ME), established in 2011. His innovations continue to advance patient outcomes and surgical excellence across the UAE and beyond.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Samih Tarabichi
Education & training
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2015–2021 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2021–2025 Residency · Orthopaedic Surgery
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2025–2026 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2025-09–2026-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Malpractice insurance:
Allianz Professional · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 117 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,235 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,699 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,308 |
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 | 120 min | in_clinic | 630.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 30 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 11 · i10: 13
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Outcomes of Orthopaedic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.4111/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 36992378 · cited by 5
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European registry analysis of Orthopaedic Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.1402/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 31832812 · cited by 47
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
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2026
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2026
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2026
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 · samih.tarabichi@euroclinics.example
- Accepted international insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Location
1 tagPatient reviews
2 verified reviews5.00
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2 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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