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Dr. Firas Younis

Dr. Firas Younis

Laparoscopic Surgeon ·
, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

20 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Arabic , English

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About Dr. Firas Younis

Conditons treated by Dr. Firas Younis

General Laparoscopic Surgeon Firas Younis treats the following conditions:

  • Complicated Acute Appendicitis
  • Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Pancreatic or Duodenal Trauma
  • Pancreatic Head Cancer
  • Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis
  • Inguinal Hernia (in Groin)
  • Cholecystitis (Inflammation of the Gall Bladder)
  • Gallstones that are Causing Pain and Infection
  • Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases
  • Colorectal or Colon Cancer

The General Laparoscopic Surgeon uses “minimally invasive” surgery to treat various digestive conditions. Most intestinal surgeries are performed using the laparoscopic technique. They include surgery for ulcerative colitis, cancer, Crohn’s disease, diverticulitis, rectal prolapse, and constipation.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Firas Younis

These symptoms should be discussed with a General Laparoscopic Surgeon for further medical investigation:

  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Low-grade fever that may worsen as the illness progresses
  • Pain that worsens if you cough, walk or make other jarring movements
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Flatulence
  • Constipation or diarrhea
  • Sudden and rapidly intensifying pain in your abdomen
  • Abdominal bloating
  • Back pain between your shoulder blades

When the abdomen or pelvis is damaged, it affects different things, including digestion and metabolism. Conditions of the abdomen can lead to different symptoms.

Operating Hours of Dr. Firas Younis

Doctor Firas Younis is available from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Firas Younis

Dr Firas Younis is a renowned General Laparoscopic Surgeon who performs a number of popular procedures mentioned below:

  • Hemicolectomy
  • Appendectomy
  • Whipples Procedure
  • Colorectal Cancer ( Colon Cancer ) Treatment
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair

Laparoscopic gallbladder removal may the best option to get rid of gallbladder complications. There are many advantages of laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, such as smaller incision, less pain than after open surgery, and quicker recovery compared to open surgery.

Qualification

  • MBBCh
  • B.A.O
  • RCSI,
  • FRCSI General Surgery Dublin 1998
  • M.Ch. in Surgery from National University of Ireland 2004.

Work Experiences

  • Currently working at Canadian Specialist Hospital

Certifications (3)

  • Intercollegiate FRCSI in Colorectal Surgery UK in 2009.
  • Certificate of Completion of Training in General & Colorectal Surgery UK 2009
  • Laparoscopic and Oncology Fellowship Auckland New Zealand 2011

Memberships (5)

  • British Medical Association.
  • European Society of coloproctology.
  • Association of coloproctology of Great Briton and Ireland.
  • General Medical Council.
  • Fellow of the Royal college of Surgeons in Ireland

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Procedures Performed

Adrenal Cancer Treatment
Appendectomy
Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
Colorectal Cancer ( Colon Cancer ) Treatment
Hemicolectomy
Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
Lobectomy
Lumpectomy
Thymectomy
Whipple's Procedure

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Firas Younis is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Firas Younis is one of the most sought after specialists in United Arab Emirates and has over 20 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to General Laparoscopic Surgeon

A doctor who is trained in laparoscopic surgery is called a general Laparoscopic Surgeon. Laparoscopy is a type of operation performed in the abdomen and pelvis using several small incisions with the help of a camera. The doctor also uses a laparoscope for diagnosis or therapeutic interventions with some small cuts in the abdomen. There are many other works that a General Laparoscopic Surgeon handles like monitoring general health problems that generally a general physician addresses. They also perform diagnostic tests to find out the underlying conditions. Some other conditions that a gynecologist can treat are Cholecystitis, Hernias, and Appendicitis.

A General Laparoscopic Surgeon performs the below-given tests to diagnose underlying conditions:

  • Ingunial Ultrasound
  • Urine Tests
  • Blood Tests
  • CT scan Abdomen
  • Abdominal Ultrasound
  • Physical Exam
  • Skrotal Doppler

Always consult your doctor and let them know all your symptoms related to the abdomen. They may perform a few diagnostic tests so that the actual condition can be diagnosed. Post diagnosis the doctor determines the treatment plan that is best for you.

There are many reasons to see a general laparoscopic surgeon. Your primary doctor will evaluate your condition and will suggest you see a general laparoscopic surgeon if they find that the condition of the abdomen would need laparoscopic surgery. In the below-listed situations, you must seek assistance from a General Laparoscopic Surgeon:

  1. Reduced appetite and weight loss
  2. Persistent change in your bowel habits
  3. Nausea and vomiting.
  4. Fever.
  5. Abdominal tenderness
  6. Loss of appetite
  7. Abdominal pain and cramping.
  8. Blood in your stool.

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