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Dr. Khaldoon Abo Dakka
Cardiothoracic Surgery · Dubai
👤 10 jaar ervaring
4,528+
Patients seen
10
Years in practice
4
Publications
1
Languages spoken
Over
Dr. Khaldoon Abo Dakka is a seasoned thoracic surgeon with nearly 20 years of experience. He holds a Doctorate from Damascus University, Faculty of Medicine, and continues to contribute to patient care in his specialized area. Dr. Khaldoon is particularly interested in keyhole minimally invasive surgery (VATS), thoracic oncologic surgery, and treating both adult and pediatric patients. His extensive experience includes positions at Zulekha Hospitals in Dubai and Sharjah, UAE, from 2015 to 2024, and Al-Assad University Hospital and Inayah Private Hospital in Syria from 2007 to 2015.
Dr. Khaldoon's areas of expertise encompass a wide range of thoracic surgeries. He specializes in keyhole VATS surgery (uniportal/biportal video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery), thoracic oncologic surgery, lung cancer surgery, thymus surgery, and esophageal surgery. He also performs VATS pediatric thoracic surgery and bronchoscopy, as well as VATS pleural surgery for conditions such as pleural effusions, pneumothorax, and empyema with infected lungs. Additionally, he is skilled in surgeries of the airways, diaphragm, and chest wall (pectus surgery), and the management of thoracic trauma.
Dr. Khaldoon's areas of expertise encompass a wide range of thoracic surgeries. He specializes in keyhole VATS surgery (uniportal/biportal video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery), thoracic oncologic surgery, lung cancer surgery, thymus surgery, and esophageal surgery. He also performs VATS pediatric thoracic surgery and bronchoscopy, as well as VATS pleural surgery for conditions such as pleural effusions, pneumothorax, and empyema with infected lungs. Additionally, he is skilled in surgeries of the airways, diaphragm, and chest wall (pectus surgery), and the management of thoracic trauma.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr. Khaldoon Abo Dakka
Opleiding & training
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2006–2012 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2012–2016 Residency · Cardiothoracic Surgery
Carrière & aanstellingen
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2016-09–2017-08 Junior consultant
Vergunningen & verzekering
Medische licenties
AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Boardcertificeringen
European Board of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering:
AmTrust Europe · 3,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file
Uitgevoerde procedures
| Procedure | Code | Levenslang aantal |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 629 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 2,331 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,979 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 1,452 |
Diensten & prijzen
| Dienst | Duur | Modaliteit | Prijs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 90 min | in_clinic | 270.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 60 min | in_clinic | 360.00 EUR |
Praktijk, team & in praktijk
Video's
Onderzoek & publicaties
h-index: 17 · i10: 7
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Long-term follow-up of Cardiothoracic Surgery across AE
DOI: 10.1098/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 36815341 · geciteerd door 189
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Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiothoracic Surgery
DOI: 10.4696/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 37250761 · geciteerd door 47
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Long-term follow-up of Cardiothoracic Surgery across AE
DOI: 10.6475/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 33452274 · geciteerd door 97
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Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiothoracic Surgery
DOI: 10.9786/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 36194348 · geciteerd door 67
Uitgenodigde lezingen
- Practical updates in Cardiothoracic Surgery European Annual Congress (Cardiothoracic Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery National Society Meeting · Dubai · 2023 · oral abstract
Onderscheidingen & lidmaatschappen
Onderscheidingen
- 🏆 Top-rated Cardiothoracic Surgery — Dubai · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
- 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international
Lidmaatschappen
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Sinds 2017
- national college of family doctors — Member · Sinds 2017
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2017
Artikelen van deze arts
- Patient education Patient guide to Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Awareness When should you see a cardiothoracic surgery?
Voor internationale patiënten
- Coördinator
- Patient liaison · khaldoon.abo.dakka@euroclinics.example
- Geaccepteerde internationale verzekeringen
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Locatie
1 tagPatiëntbeoordelingen
84 geverifieerde recensies5.00
★★★★★
84 recensies
- 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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Recente recensies
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★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Geverifieerd Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Geverifieerd Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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