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Dr. Nazim Al-Rifai

General Surgery Dubai

Dr. Nazim Al-Rifai

4 años de experiencia

10,710+
Patients seen
4
Years in practice
9
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr. Nazim Al-Rifai at a glance

Dr. Nazim Al-Rifai is a General Surgery practitioner based in Dubai, Emiratos Árabes Unidos, practising at Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital. They have 32+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Sevilla (MD, 2018). Serves patients in Dubai, Emiratos Árabes Unidos and the surrounding area.

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Dr. Nazim Alrifai brings a wealth of experience spanning over 18 years in general and laparoscopic surgery, with a specialised focus on bariatric surgery for over 13 years. Holding an MD and MRSCI, he is highly qualified and skilled in his field.
Dr. Alrifai is particularly passionate about bariatric surgery and provides comprehensive support to patients both during and after their procedures. His expertise extends to the surgical and non-surgical management of obesity and associated conditions. Additionally, he excels in employing laparoscopic techniques for various gastrointestinal diseases, including those affecting the gallbladder, biliary tree, abdominal wall hernias, hiatus hernia, peptic ulcers, small bowel, and colon.
Furthermore, Dr. Alrifai is proficient in endocrine surgery, addressing issues related to the thyroid, parathyroid, and suprarenal gland. He also specialises in proctology, offering treatment for haemorrhoids and perianal diseases. In emergency settings, he adeptly handles both traumatic and non-traumatic cases, such as appendicitis, bowel obstruction, traumatic bowel injuries, and internal haemorrhage.
Dr. Alrifai's professional journey includes significant roles at esteemed medical institutions. He served as a Senior Specialist General Surgeon, Laparoscopic, and Bariatric Surgeon at Rashid Hospital, Dubai. Prior to this, he held positions as a Consultant General Surgeon, specialising in laparoscopic and bariatric surgery, at Damascus Hospital in Syria and Al Adan Hospital in Kuwait.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Alrifai contributes to the advancement of his field as the head of the scientific committee of the Emirate Society of Laparoscopic and Endoscopic Surgeons. His qualifications include a Master's degree from Donau-Universität Krems, Austria, a Master's in General Surgery from the Ministry of Health in Syria, and a Bachelor's in Medicine from Damascus University, Syria.

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

— Dr. Nazim Al-Rifai

Educación y formación

  1. 2012–2018 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Dubai (AE)
  2. 2018–2022 Residency · General Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Dubai (AE)

Carrera y nombramientos

  1. 2022-09–2023-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — General Surgery

Licencias y seguros

Licencias médicas

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-105305 active · expires 2028-12-31

Certificaciones del consejo

European Board of General Surgery
#EB-38696349 · issued 2023 · renewal 2033
Seguro de responsabilidad profesional: Generali Healthcare · 4,000,000 EUR cobertura · No claims on file

Procedimientos realizados

ProcedimientoCódigoTotal acumulado
GP consultation 99213 97
Annual physical exam 99395 1,831
Vaccination administration 90471 519
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 112

Servicios y precios

ServicioDuraciónModalidadPrecio
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 360.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR

Consulta, equipo y en práctica

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Nazim Al-Rifai in consultation
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Nazim Al-Rifai at a conference
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Vídeos

introduction · 101s
Meet Nazim Al-Rifai

Investigación y publicaciones

índice h: 12 · i10: 13

  1. Long-term follow-up of General Surgery across AE
    Nazim Al-Rifai, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.5157/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 37404412 · citado por 9
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in General Surgery
    Nazim Al-Rifai, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.2704/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 39067341 · citado por 91
  3. Long-term follow-up of General Surgery across AE
    Nazim Al-Rifai, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.8100/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 34569590 · citado por 109

Conferencias invitadas

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

Premios y afiliaciones

Premios

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

Membresías en sociedades

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Desde 2023
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Desde 2023
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Desde 2023

Artículos de este doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to General Surgery
  • Awareness When should you see a general surgery?

Para pacientes internacionales

Coordinador
Patient liaison · nazim.al.rifai@euroclinics.example

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    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
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    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr. Nazim Al-Rifai's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr. Nazim Al-Rifai treats, with the size of the national pool of Emiratos Árabes Unidos doctors offering the same care.

General Surgery

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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  • What does Nazim Al-Rifai specialise in?

    Nazim Al-Rifai specialises in General Surgery in Dubai, AE. 32 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Nazim Al-Rifai treat?

    Nazim Al-Rifai treats conditions within General Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Nazim Al-Rifai practise?

    Nazim Al-Rifai practises in Dubai, AE. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Nazim Al-Rifai speak?

    Nazim Al-Rifai speaks English.

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