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Dr. Abeesh Padmanabha Pillai

Nephrologist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

8 Years of experience

Speaks: Malayalam , English ,Hindi

 


Dr. Abeesh Padmanabha Pillai is a specialized Nephrologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Lifecare Hospital, Musaffah.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD (Internal Medicine)
  • DM (Nephrology)
  • DNB (Nephrology)

Hospital Address :

Lifecare Hospital - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

What is the medical expertise of Dr Abeesh Padmanabha Pillai?

  • Dr Abeesh Padmanabha Pillai has 20 years of experience as a nephrologist. He is specialized in renal replacement therapy, interventional nephrology, preventive nephrology, transplant nephrology, and critical care nephrology.
  • Over the course of his career, Dr Pillai has published 4 research papers. He is the recipient of the " Young Investigator Award" by the PC Mary Tanker Foundation for his work titled: " Evaluation of glycemic repercussions in hemodialysis patients."
  • The Indian Society of Nephrology also awarded him the First Prize for his work
    " Anti-Phospholipase A2 receptor antibody in membranous nephropathy".
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Dr. John Cherian Varghese

Nephrologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

21 Years of experience

Speaks: Malayalam , English ,Hindi

 


Dr. John Cherian Varghese is a specialized Nephrologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Aster DM Healthcare.

Association and Memberships Dr. John Cherian Varghese is part of:

  • Member of the International Society of Nephrology
  • Member of the European Renal Association
  • Member of the Indian Nephrology Society

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MD
  • DNB (Nephrology)

Hospital Address :

Aster DM Healthcare - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

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Dr. Amitabh Kulkarni

Nephrologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

18 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi , Marathi

 


Dr. Amitabh Kulkarni is a specialized Nephrologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Nahda.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - University of Mumbai
  • MD (Internal Medicine) - University of Mumbai
  • Diplomate of National Board (DNB) in Nephrology from the National Board of Examinations, Ministry Of Health & Welfare, New Delhi India.
  • Fellowship in Nephrology - University of Ottawa, Canada

Hospital Address :

NMC Speciality Hospital Al Nahda Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

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Dr. Mukesh Kumar Shewak Ram

Nephrologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

25 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Mukesh Kumar Shewak Ram is a specialized Nephrologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Canadian Specialist Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Mukesh Kumar Shewak Ram is part of:

  • Emirates Medical Association-Nephrology (EMA-N)
  • Emirates Medical Association (EMA)
  • Pakistan Society of Nephrology (PSN)
  • Pakistan Medical Association (PMA)
  • Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PMDC)
  • College of Physicians & Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP)

Qualifications :

  • M.B.B.S From Chandka Medical Colloge Larkana, Pakistan.
  • F.C.P.S Internal Medicine (Fellow of College of Physicians & Surgeons, Pakistan)
  • Fellowship training in Nephrology

Hospital Address :

Canadian Specialist Hospital - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

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Dr. Yassin Ibrahim M El Shahat

Nephrologist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

30 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Arabic

 


Dr. Yassin Ibrahim M El Shahat is a specialized Nephrologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 30 Years of experience and is associated with Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi.

Association and Memberships Dr. Yassin Ibrahim M El Shahat is part of:

  • Active Member of International Society of Nephrology (ISN)
  • Active Member of International Society of Peritoneal Dialysis (ISPD)
  • Active Member of European Dialysis & Transplantation Association (EDTA)
  • Active Member of Arabic Society of Nephrology & Renal Transplantation (ASNRT)
  • Active Member of African Society of Nephrology (AFRAN)

Certifications :

  • Certificate of Special Studies in Nephrology, Rene D Escart University (Paris Academy)
  • Diploma of Foreign Assistant, Nephrology, Pierre and Marie Curie University, Paris, France

Qualifications :

  • Masters of Medical Science

Hospital Address :

Burjeel Hospital - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

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Dr. Adil Obeid

Nephrologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

40 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Adil Obeid is a specialized Nephrologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 40 Years of experience and is associated with Kings College Hospital Dubai.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelor of Medicine, Alexandria University, Egypt- 1977
  • M.D.
  • M.BCh.B.,
  • F.R.C.P. (Ireland)

Hospital Address :

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Dr. Entesar Al Hammadi

Nephrologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

15 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Entesar Al Hammadi is a specialized Nephrologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Prime Hospital.

Certifications :

  • Certifications American and Canadian board of Pediatrics in 2008 and 2009
  • Training in Pediatrics Nephrology at University of Toronto, Canadian board of Pediatrics Nephrology, 2010

Qualifications :

  • MBBS Degree - Jordan University of Science and Technology, Jordan
  • Pediatrics Residency Dalhousie University in Halifax, Canada.

Hospital Address :

Prime Hospital - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

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Dr. Ammar Elkariem

Nephrologist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

16 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Ammar Elkariem is a specialized Nephrologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 8 Years of experience and is associated with Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - University of Gezira, Sudan
  • Diploma in Community Medicine from the University of Gezira, Sudan

Hospital Address :

Burjeel Hospital - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

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Dr. Mohammed Mamdouh Hefzy

Nephrologist

, Ajman, United Arab Emirates

14 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Mohammed Mamdouh Hefzy is a specialized Nephrologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ajman, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 14 Years of experience and is associated with Thumbay University Hospital, Ajman.

Association and Memberships Dr. Mohammed Mamdouh Hefzy is part of:

  • American Association for Physician Leadership
  • Indian Nephrology Society
  • American Society of Nephrology

Qualifications :

  • Master's degree Internal Medicine Residency Program - Minia University, Egypt, 2003 – 2006
  • Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) - Minia University, Egypt, 1995 – 2001

Hospital Address :

Thumbay University Hospital - Ajman - United Arab Emirates

What is the medical expertise of Dr Mohammed Mamdouh Hefzy?

  • Dr Mohammed Mamdouh Hefzy is a leading nephrologist with 14 years of experience. He has expertise in renal transplantation, glomerulonephritis, continuous renal replacement therapies, critical care nephrology, acute kidney injury, vascular diseases, and acute and chronic renal failures.
  • Dr Hefzy is a member of organizations such as the Emirates Society of Nephrology, Emirates Medical Association, American Society of Nephrology, Indian Nephrology Society and the American Association for Physician Leadership.
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Dr. Bassam Ismail Sulaiman Hasan

Nephrologist

, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

18 Years of experience

 


Dr. Bassam Ismail Sulaiman Hasan is a specialized Nephrologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah.

Qualifications :

  • Medical School - Pavol Jozef Safarik University, Slovak Republic, 2001
  • Internal Medicine - Slovak Health University, Slovak Republic, 2006
  • Master Degree, Nephrology - Slovak Health University, Slovak Republic, 2007

Hospital Address :

Al Zahra Hospital - Sharjah - United Arab Emirates

What is the medical expertise of Dr Bassam Ismail Sulaiman Hasan?

  • Dr Bassam Ismail Sulaiman Hasan is a highly skilled nephrologist with 18 years of experience in chronic and acute kidney diseases, diabetic neuropathy, hypertension, and renal replacement therapy.
  • He is registered with the Ministry of Health, UAE.
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Dr. Mustafa Jamal Ahmed

Nephrologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

35 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Mustafa Jamal Ahmed is a specialized Nephrologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 35 Years of experience and is associated with Kings College Hospital Dubai.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • BSc
  • CCST
  • FRCPI,
  • FRCPE

Hospital Address :

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Dr. Deepak Sukumara Pillai

Nephrologist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

12 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Malayalam

 


Dr. Deepak Sukumara Pillai is a specialized Nephrologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Royal Hospital, Khalifa City.

Qualifications :

  • M.B.B.S and M.D (Internal Medicine) from Government Medical College, Trivandrum, India
  • Nephrology Training from Government Medical College, Calicut, India
  • Clinical Fellowship in Adult Nephrology from University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Hospital Address :

NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

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Dr. Deepak Jadhav

Nephrologist

, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

16 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi

 


Dr. Deepak Jadhav is a specialized Nephrologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 16 Years of experience and is associated with Zulekha Hospital Sharjah.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • M.D. (Internal Medicine)
  • DNB - Diplomate of National Board- Nephrology
  • Fellowship in Nephrology - Kidney Research Center at the University of Ottawa
  • Fellowship Kidney - American Society of Transplantation from University of Ottawa, Canada

Hospital Address :

Zulekha Hospital - Sharjah - United Arab Emirates

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Dr. Emilia Kadour

Nephrologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

18 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Emilia Kadour is a specialized Nephrologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 14 Years of experience and is associated with Canadian Specialist Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Emilia Kadour is part of:

  • EMAN
  • ISN
  • ERA-EDTA

Qualifications :

  • Romanian Board in Nephrology
  • FRCP, U.K.
  • MD Internal Medicine

Hospital Address :

Canadian Specialist Hospital - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the best Specialist for Hemodialysis in the UAE?

Look for a board-certified nephrologist with specialisation in chronic kidney disease (CKD), end-stage renal disease (ESRD), and renal replacement therapy. Ideal qualifications include expertise in managing long-term dialysis patients and associated complications, experience with vascular access management (AV fistulas, grafts, and catheters), knowledge of fluid and electrolyte balance, anaemia treatment, and CKD-MBD care, and an active role in dialysis unit quality assurance and infection control protocols.

How do I choose the best hospital or centre for Hemodialysis in the United Arab Emirates?

Select a JCI-accredited hospital or dedicated renal care centre offering modern hemodialysis facilities with international patient services. Key features to look for:

  • ISO- or JCI-accredited dialysis units with infection control certification
  • Availability of high-flux dialysers, online HDF (hemodiafiltration), and ultrapure water systems
  • Dedicated nephrology and dialysis nursing staff trained in international protocols
  • Access to emergency support (in case of hypotension, access complications)
Can I consult with a nephrologist online before I travel, and how can I access patient reviews?

Yes. MediGence offers virtual nephrology consultations for dialysis planning, review of pre-existing kidney conditions, and assessment of transplant eligibility.

To prepare, upload your recent lab tests (BUN, creatinine, GFR), dialysis schedule, EPO dosage, and access type. Review doctor profiles, dialysis quality ratings, and patient testimonials, and book a secure video consultation through the MediGence platform.

How long will I need to stay in the United Arab Emirates for hemodialysis?

Hemodialysis is typically scheduled for three sessions per week, each lasting 3 to 4 hours.

For travellers or temporary residents:

  • Short-term stays (1–4 weeks): Book 6–12 dialysis sessions in advance
  • Long-term patients (3+ months): MediGence arranges recurring slots, medication access, and nephrology reviews

The United Arab Emirates also supports:

  • Holiday dialysis with flexible scheduling
  • Interim dialysis for transplant evaluation or medical tourism recovery
Can International Patients Access Hemodialysis in the United Arab Emirates?

Yes, the United Arab Emirates is a top global destination for dialysis tourism, renowned for its affordability, safety, and high quality. English-speaking nephrologists and dialysis nurses. Dialysis units in tourist-friendly zones (Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai). Support for diabetic, cardiac, or elderly patients requiring special care.

MediGence provides:

  • Pre-booked dialysis sessions and physician consults
  • Assistance with travel, accommodation, and dietary planning
  • Coordination with your home country nephrologist for continuity
What qualifications, certifications, and experience does the doctor have for Hemodialysis?

Qualifications:

  • MD or MBBS with specialisation in Nephrology or Internal Medicine
  • Fellowship in renal replacement therapy, dialysis access, or CKD management

Certifications:

  • Member of the Nephrology Society of the United Arab Emirates(NST)
  • Member of ISN (International Society of Nephrology) or ASN (American Society of Nephrology)

Experience:

  • Manages patients with hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and pre-/post-transplant care
  • Skilled in anemia management, bone mineral metabolism correction, and ultrafiltration protocols
  • Participates in dialysis audit programs, CME, and transplant networks
Can I get a second opinion for Hemodialysis or CKD management in the United Arab Emirates?

Yes. MediGence supports the confirmation of CKD stages and transplant eligibility reviews, as well as the comparison of dialysis modalities: in-centre hemodialysis, home dialysis, and peritoneal dialysis. Additionally, MediGence evaluates vascular access issues, metabolic complications, and EPO resistance.

How can I verify the credibility of a nephrologist or dialysis centre in the United Arab Emirates?

Check DHA or DOH membership and hospital JCI/ISO accreditation. Review dialysis centre infection rates, staff-to-patient ratios, and equipment quality. Read verified patient reviews and dialysis outcomes.

What should I expect during a teleconsultation for Hemodialysis via MediGence?

During your session, the nephrologist will:

  • Review your dialysis history, vascular access, and current labs
  • Recommend any adjustments to dialysis duration, frequency, or medications
  • Discuss travel safety, dietary guidelines, and backup care during your stay
  • Prepare a dialysis schedule, contact nurse, and follow-up plan for your trip