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Melissa Abbey
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Melissa Abbey

Physiotherapy · Dubai

5.00 · 11 verified reviews

12,116+ Patients seen
2 Years in practice
2 Publications
2 Languages spoken

About

Ms. Melissa Abbey is a dedicated and compassionate Physiotherapist originally from South Africa. She completed her training at Stellenbosch University, South Africa, and has since gained extensive experience working with a diverse range of sportspeople in various settings.

Throughout her career, Ms Abbey has had the opportunity to work with a Professional Soccer team for three years, a Provincial women's rugby team, as well as other professional athletes. She has also worked with everyday runners, triathletes, and individuals who frequent the gym. She is passionate about endurance sports and has a special interest in all aspects related to endurance training.

Ms Abbey adopts an open-minded and holistic approach to her practice, focusing on treating the individual rather than just the condition. She believes in empowering her patients to take control of their own well-being, and a significant aspect of her treatment approach involves encouraging movement and exercise. By promoting an active lifestyle, she aims to motivate her patients and guide them towards optimal physical health and overall wellness.

With her expertise in physiotherapy and her commitment to personalised care, Ms Melissa Abbey provides comprehensive and tailored treatment plans to her patients. Her compassionate nature and dedication to promoting movement and exercise make her an invaluable asset to the field of physiotherapy.

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

— Melissa Abbey

Education & training

  1. 2015–2021 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Dubai (AE)
  2. 2021–2025 Residency · Physiotherapy
    Universitat de Barcelona, Dubai (AE)

Career & appointments

  1. 2025-09–2026-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Physiotherapy

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-699184 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Physiotherapy
#EB-F501A1A5 · issued 2026 · renewal 2036
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,944
Annual physical exam 99395 1,814
Vaccination administration 90471 1,886
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,777

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 630.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Melissa Abbey
HEADSHOT
Melissa Abbey in consultation
IN OFFICE
Melissa Abbey with the team
WITH TEAM
Melissa Abbey at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 115s
Meet Melissa Abbey

Research & publications

h-index: 17 · i10: 4

  1. Long-term follow-up of Physiotherapy across AE
    Melissa Abbey, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.4904/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 35960015 · cited by 184
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Physiotherapy
    Melissa Abbey, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.2643/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 30990098 · cited by 138

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Physiotherapy — 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

Patient reviews

★ 5.00 11 verified reviews
Bedside Manner
5.00
Knowledge
5.00
Wait Time
4.75
Staff Friendliness
5.00
Ease Of Appointment
4.90
Value For Money
4.92
Would Recommend Pct
99
  • ★ 5 verified visit

    “Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.”

    — Anna B. · 2026-05-15

  • ★ 5 verified visit

    “Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.”

    — Marco V. · 2026-04-10

  • ★ 4 verified visit

    “Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.”

    — Helena F. · 2026-04-21

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Physiotherapy
  • Awareness When should you see a physiotherapy?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · melissa.abbey@euroclinics.example
Accepted intl insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

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