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Dr Zeinab El Haj Haidar

Verified Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine Dubai

Dr Zeinab El Haj Haidar

5 years of experience 5.0 (13 verified reviews)

7,753+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
12
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Zeinab El Haj Haidar at a glance

Dr Zeinab El Haj Haidar is a Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine practitioner based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, practising at Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital. They have 12+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Navarra (MD, 2017). Serves patients in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

About

Dr. Zeinab El Haj Haidar is a highly skilled pulmonary and critical care specialist dedicated to the management and treatment of a wide range of respiratory conditions. She holds a medical degree from the Lebanese University Faculty of Medical Sciences and advanced diplomas in Internal Medicine (2014) and Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine (2017). Dr. Haidar is currently practising at CMC Dubai, where she provides expert care for patients with complex respiratory and critical care needs.
Dr. Haidar's expertise encompasses airway and lung diseases, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), lung cancer, and interstitial lung disease. She is also proficient in diagnosing and managing sleep disorders, offering comprehensive care for conditions that impact respiratory function and overall quality of life.
She provides specialised follow-up care for patients recovering from COVID-19, addressing long COVID syndrome and its effects. Her knowledge extends to the minimally invasive management of pleural diseases, ensuring patients receive cutting-edge, effective treatments.
Dr. Haidar is committed to delivering personalised, evidence-based care that prioritises patient well-being and recovery. Her dedication to treating respiratory illnesses with precision and compassion makes her a trusted expert in her field.

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

— Dr Zeinab El Haj Haidar

Education & training

  1. 2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Dubai (AE)
  2. 2017–2021 Residency · Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine
    Universidad de Sevilla, Dubai (AE)
  3. 2021–2022 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Career & appointments

  1. 2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-379991 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine
#EB-E6BD1023 · issued 2022 · renewal 2032
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 1,481
Annual physical exam 99395 1,103
Vaccination administration 90471 1,087
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,368

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

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Zeinab El Haj Haidar in consultation
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Zeinab El Haj Haidar at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 68s
Meet Zeinab El Haj Haidar

Research & publications

h-index: 19 · i10: 14

  1. Outcomes of Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Zeinab El Haj Haidar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.8286/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 36726039 · cited by 137
  2. European registry analysis of Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine outcomes
    Zeinab El Haj Haidar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.7453/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 31984273 · cited by 179
  3. Outcomes of Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Zeinab El Haj Haidar, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.6394/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 34459558 · cited by 133

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine — Dubai · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
  • 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2022
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2022
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2022

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine 2026-03-13 · 8 min read
  • Awareness When should you see a pulmonology / respiratory medicine? 2026-01-21 · 7 min read

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · zeinab.el.haj.haidar@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

13 verified reviews
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13 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

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Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine

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  • What does Zeinab El Haj Haidar specialise in?

    Zeinab El Haj Haidar specialises in Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine in Dubai, AE. 12 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Zeinab El Haj Haidar treat?

    Zeinab El Haj Haidar treats conditions within Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Zeinab El Haj Haidar practise?

    Zeinab El Haj Haidar practises in Dubai, AE. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

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    Zeinab El Haj Haidar speaks English.

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    Zeinab El Haj Haidar has a verified rating of 5/5 from 13 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.

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