Vertrouwensscore 8/100
Dr Rafik Abu Samra
👤 12 jaar ervaring
6,528+
Patients seen
12
Years in practice
8
Publications
1
Languages spoken
Over
Dr. Rafik Abu Samra is a highly accomplished cardiac surgeon who has performed over 6,000 cardiac surgeries, including robotic CABG and aortic and mitral valve surgeries throughout his career. He spent four years as a Senior Consultant Cardiac Surgeon and Head of the Department of Cardiac Surgery at Al Qassimi Hospital, MOH, in Sharjah, UAE, and has also worked in Bielsko, Poland.
Dr. Rafik was instrumental in establishing and introducing the first unit of Robotic-Assisted Cardiac Surgery using the Da Vinci system in the United Arab Emirates. He received extensive training in robotic surgery in collaboration with the Medical University in Leipzig, Germany, and has performed over 1,700 surgeries using the Da Vinci System, Aezop, and Zeus. His experience allows him to give his patients excellent outcomes, with a strong educational background and extensive clinical experience there are few others more qualified than Dr. Samra.
As an active member of the medical community, Dr. Rafik is affiliated with the Polish Society of Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons, the European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery (EACTS), and the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery (ISMICS). His academic contributions include more than six scientific papers published in peer-reviewed journals, reflecting his commitment to advancing the field of cardiac surgery.
Dr. Rafik was instrumental in establishing and introducing the first unit of Robotic-Assisted Cardiac Surgery using the Da Vinci system in the United Arab Emirates. He received extensive training in robotic surgery in collaboration with the Medical University in Leipzig, Germany, and has performed over 1,700 surgeries using the Da Vinci System, Aezop, and Zeus. His experience allows him to give his patients excellent outcomes, with a strong educational background and extensive clinical experience there are few others more qualified than Dr. Samra.
As an active member of the medical community, Dr. Rafik is affiliated with the Polish Society of Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons, the European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery (EACTS), and the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery (ISMICS). His academic contributions include more than six scientific papers published in peer-reviewed journals, reflecting his commitment to advancing the field of cardiac surgery.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Rafik Abu Samra
Opleiding & training
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2004–2010 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2010–2014 Residency · Cardiothoracic Surgery
Carrière & aanstellingen
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2014-09–2015-08 Junior consultant
Vergunningen & verzekering
Medische licenties
AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Boardcertificeringen
European Board of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering:
AXA Healthcare Liability · 5,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file
Uitgevoerde procedures
| Procedure | Code | Levenslang aantal |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,404 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 194 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 3,034 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,949 |
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 | 120 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 30 min | in_clinic | 630.00 EUR |
Praktijk, team & in praktijk
Video's
Onderzoek & publicaties
h-index: 11 · i10: 15
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Long-term follow-up of Cardiothoracic Surgery across AE
DOI: 10.8983/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 37508521 · geciteerd door 12
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Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiothoracic Surgery
DOI: 10.2996/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 33395701 · geciteerd door 6
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Long-term follow-up of Cardiothoracic Surgery across AE
DOI: 10.6661/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 39040280 · geciteerd door 16
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Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiothoracic Surgery
DOI: 10.2922/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 36347043 · geciteerd door 130
Uitgenodigde lezingen
- Practical updates in Cardiothoracic Surgery European Annual Congress (Cardiothoracic Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery National Society Meeting · · 2023 · oral abstract
Onderscheidingen & lidmaatschappen
Onderscheidingen
- 🏆 Top-rated Cardiothoracic Surgery — · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Lidmaatschappen
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Sinds 2015
- national college of family doctors — Member · Sinds 2015
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2015
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 · rafik.abu.samra@euroclinics.example
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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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