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Dr. Shima Sharif

Verified Dermatology Al Ain

Dr. Shima Sharif

14 years of experience 5.0 (6 verified reviews)

2,897+
Patients seen
14
Years in practice
12
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr. Shima Sharif at a glance

Dr. Shima Sharif is a Dermatology practitioner based in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates, practising at Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital. They have 13+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on dermatology consultation, full-body mole mapping, biopsy (skin), cryotherapy lesion, mohs surgery. Educated at Universidad de Navarra (MD, 2008). Serves patients in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Shima Sharif is a Dermatology and Venereology Specialist with over 8 years of experience in clinical dermatology and aesthetic medicine. She holds a Clinical MD in Dermatology and Venereology from the Sudan Medical Specialization Board (SMSB) and is licensed by both the Department of Health (DOH) and Dubai Health Authority (DHA). Highly motivated and committed to excellence in skin health, Dr Shima is skilled in diagnosing and treating a wide range of dermatological conditions, as well as performing cosmetic and corrective procedures.
Dr Shima has worked across leading medical centres in the UAE and Sudan, and currently practises as a Dermatology and Venereology Specialist at Burjeel Medical Center Barari in Al Ain. Prior to this, she practiced as a specialist at Royal Care Medical Centre in Al Ain and held specialist posts at Ibrahim Malik Teaching Hospital and Khartoum Hospital For Dermatology & Venerology in Sudan. 
Her clinical expertise spans medical dermatology, venereology, and aesthetic treatments, with proven ability in developing tailored corrective plans to enhance skin health, manage chronic conditions and address cosmetic concerns. Dr Shima has a strong interest in evidence-based dermatological care and continually updates her skills to incorporate the latest techniques in aesthetic medicine.

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

— Dr. Shima Sharif

Education & training

  1. 2002–2008 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Al Ain (AE)
  2. 2008–2012 Residency · Dermatology
    UAB Barcelona, Al Ain (AE)
  3. 2012–2013 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    AP-HP Paris, FR

Career & appointments

  1. 2012-09–2013-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Dermatology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-571947 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Dermatology
#EB-A5FAC2BF · issued 2013 · renewal 2023
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
Dermatology consultation 99203 76
Full-body mole mapping 96904 2,808
Biopsy (skin) 11102 1,837
Cryotherapy lesion 17000 1,414
Mohs surgery 17311 3,036
Laser hair removal 17999 3,032

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 190.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 95.00 EUR
Biopsy (skin) 30 min in_clinic 760.00 EUR
Cryotherapy lesion 120 min in_clinic 285.00 EUR
Mohs surgery 60 min in_clinic 855.00 EUR
Laser hair removal 60 min in_clinic 475.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Shima Sharif
HEADSHOT
Shima Sharif in consultation
IN OFFICE
Shima Sharif with the team
WITH TEAM
Shima Sharif at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 130s
Meet Shima Sharif

Research & publications

h-index: 5 · i10: 6

  1. Outcomes of Dermatology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Shima Sharif, et al. · JAMA Dermatology, 2025
    DOI: 10.9977/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 35256133 · cited by 165
  2. European registry analysis of Dermatology outcomes
    Shima Sharif, et al. · British Journal of Dermatology, 2024
    DOI: 10.6339/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 32955848 · cited by 15
  3. Outcomes of Dermatology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Shima Sharif, et al. · JAMA Dermatology, 2023
    DOI: 10.6142/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 37454331 · cited by 113

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Dermatology European Annual Congress (Dermatology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Dermatology National Society Meeting · Al Ain · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Dermatology — Al Ain · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
  • 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international

Society memberships

  • European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) — Member · Since 2013
  • International Society of Dermatology — Member · Since 2013
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2013

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Dermatology
  • Awareness When should you see a dermatology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · shima.sharif@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

6 verified reviews
5.00
★★★★★
6 reviews
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
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

  • ★★★★★ ✓ 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. Shima Sharif's Areas of Specialty

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

Dermatology

Skin, hair and nail conditions including acne, eczema, psoriasis, mole checks and skin-cancer screening.

Dr. Shima Sharif is one of 975 dermatology doctors indexed in United Arab Emirates. Browse dermatology doctors in United Arab Emirates →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Al Ain matters

Medical practice in United Arab Emirates is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant United Arab Emirates medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Al Ain carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.

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Frequently asked questions

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  • What does Shima Sharif specialise in?

    Shima Sharif specialises in Dermatology in Al Ain, AE. 13 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Shima Sharif treat?

    Shima Sharif treats conditions within Dermatology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Shima Sharif practise?

    Shima Sharif practises in Al Ain, AE. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Shima Sharif speak?

    Shima Sharif speaks English, Arabic.

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  • What do patients say about Shima Sharif?

    Shima Sharif has a verified rating of 5/5 from 6 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.

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