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Prof. Dr. Safwan Taha

Geverifieerd General Surgery Abu Dhabi

Prof. Dr. Safwan Taha

2 jaar ervaring 4.9 (30 geverifieerde recensies)

9,306+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
13
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Prof. Dr. Safwan Taha at a glance

Prof. Dr. Safwan Taha is a General Surgery practitioner based in Abu Dhabi, Verenigde Arabische Emiraten, practising at Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital. They have 43+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Sevilla (MD, 2020). Serves patients in Abu Dhabi, Verenigde Arabische Emiraten and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

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Prof. Dr. Safwan Taha is a surgeon with established expertise in metabolic and bariatric surgery and is currently practicing at Mediclinic Hospital, Airport Road. He graduated from Basrah College of Medicine, Iraq, in 1983 with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree and was appointed Professor of Surgery with distinction in 2000.
In 2003, Prof. Taha served as the founding Dean of Thi-Qar College of Medicine in Iraq, contributing to the development of medical education and academic governance. His postgraduate qualifications include a Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow and a Fellowship of the American College of Surgeons. He also holds a Specialization Diploma in Laparoscopic Surgery from Louis Pasteur University in Strasbourg, France.
Prof. Taha is a founding member of the Emirates Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. His clinical practice includes a broad range of bariatric, metabolic, and gastrointestinal procedures, such as gastric banding, sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, mini gastric bypass, gastric balloon procedures, laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery, and hiatus hernia repair.
He has authored over 37 published scientific papers and serves as a reviewer for the journal Obesity Surgery, reflecting his continued involvement in academic research and surgical advancement.

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

— Prof. Dr. Safwan Taha

Opleiding & training

  1. 2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Abu Dhabi (AE)
  2. 2020–2024 Residency · General Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Abu Dhabi (AE)
  3. 2024–2025 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Cleveland Clinic, US

Carrière & aanstellingen

  1. 2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — General Surgery

Vergunningen & verzekering

Medische licenties

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-172422 active · expires 2028-12-31

Boardcertificeringen

European Board of General Surgery
#EB-B19300E3 · issued 2025 · renewal 2035
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering: Generali Healthcare · 3,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file

Uitgevoerde procedures

ProcedureCodeLevenslang aantal
GP consultation 99213 1,212
Annual physical exam 99395 2,386
Vaccination administration 90471 650
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 213

Diensten & prijzen

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

Praktijk, team & in praktijk

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HEADSHOT
Safwan Taha in consultation
IN OFFICE
Safwan Taha with the team
WITH TEAM
Safwan Taha at a conference
CONFERENCE

Video's

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Onderzoek & publicaties

h-index: 20 · i10: 14

  1. Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Safwan Taha, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.9298/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 36317095 · geciteerd door 20
  2. European registry analysis of General Surgery outcomes
    Safwan Taha, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.4058/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 30813096 · geciteerd door 22
  3. Outcomes of General Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Safwan Taha, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.5322/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 39643373 · geciteerd door 16

Uitgenodigde lezingen

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

Onderscheidingen & lidmaatschappen

Onderscheidingen

  • 🏆 Top-rated General Surgery — Abu Dhabi · 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 2025
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Sinds 2025
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2025

Artikelen van deze arts

  • Patient education Patient guide to General Surgery 2026-03-16 · 11 min lezen
  • Awareness When should you see a general surgery? 2026-01-25 · 7 min lezen

Voor internationale patiënten

Coördinator
Patient liaison · safwan.taha@euroclinics.example
Geaccepteerde internationale verzekeringen
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Locatie

1 tag

Patiëntbeoordelingen

30 geverifieerde recensies
4.91
★★★★⯨
30 recensies
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.7
Staff Friendliness
4.9
Ease Of Appointment
4.8
Value For Money
4.8
Would Recommend Pct
97.0
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Recente recensies

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

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Prof. Dr. Safwan Taha's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Prof. Dr. Safwan Taha treats, with the size of the national pool of Verenigde Arabische Emiraten doctors offering the same care.

General Surgery

Prof. Dr. Safwan Taha is one of 604 general surgery doctors indexed in Verenigde Arabische Emiraten. Browse general surgery doctors in Verenigde Arabische Emiraten →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Abu Dhabi matters

Medical practice in Verenigde Arabische Emiraten is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Verenigde Arabische Emiraten medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Abu Dhabi carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.

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  • What does Safwan Taha specialise in?

    Safwan Taha specialises in General Surgery in Abu Dhabi, AE. 43 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Safwan Taha treat?

    Safwan Taha treats conditions within General Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Safwan Taha practise?

    Safwan Taha practises in Abu Dhabi, AE. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Safwan Taha speak?

    Safwan Taha speaks English, Arabic.

  • How do I book an appointment with Safwan Taha?

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  • What do patients say about Safwan Taha?

    Safwan Taha has a verified rating of 4.91/5 from 30 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.

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