About Saudi German Hospital, Dubai

Saudi German Hospital Group is the largest private hospital group in the Middle East and North Africa. It started in Jeddah in 1988 as a collaborative project with a German university hospital. The Dubai branch opened in March 2012 as the group's sixth hospital, located in Al Barsha on Hessa Street. 11 branches now operate across Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, and Yemen.

SGH Dubai covers 41,062 square metres - positioned as a medical complex rather than just a hospital. 316 beds, 500+ medical professionals, 200+ doctors, 400+ nurses, 39 medical specialties. One specific distinction: SGH Dubai is the first hospital in the UAE to have received trauma cases through a Dubai Ambulance office located within its premises - meaning ambulance-to-hospital coordination is physically integrated.

Accreditations cover the full international spectrum. JCI, CAP (College of American Pathologists), ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management), ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management), Gold Certification from Planetree International-USA for Patient-Centred Care Excellence, and CARF accreditation for physiotherapy and rehabilitation. IT accreditations include American International Accreditation for IT standards and nursing continuing professional development accreditation. SGH was among the first hospitals globally to integrate IT into healthcare, using automation and electronic patient records.

Multilingual support in 35+ languages including English, French, Arabic, German, Russian, Turkish, and Italian. The medical tourism department has a dedicated team for international patient coordination from inquiry through post-operative follow-up. SGH Group has received the Best Hospital for Medical Tourism (Arab Health Awards 2021), Best Hospital for Surgery (Arab Health Awards 2020), and Best Hospital for Patient Experience (Healthcare Asia Awards 2019).

Hospital Profile

Treatments at Saudi German Hospital Dubai

Oncology & Cancer Treatment

SGH Dubai has a dedicated oncology and nuclear medicine department running alongside standard cancer diagnostics. Chemotherapy beds (4, positive pressure), isolation rooms (8, negative pressure), and advanced imaging including 128-slice CT are all operational. Interventional radiology tools support oncological imaging and treatment. The hospital has treated patients from developed countries including Germany and Italy for cancer care, reflecting the dual-direction medical tourism flow that SGH Dubai achieves. For cancer treatment in Dubai, the nuclear medicine department and 128-slice CT support precise staging and treatment planning.

Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery

Two specialised Cath Labs for vascular, cerebral, and cardiovascular interventions. The cardiac department covers 128-slice CT coronary angiography, coronary angioplasty and stenting, arrhythmia clinic, cardiac rehabilitation, chest pain triage, ECG, echocardiography, Holter monitoring, trans-esophageal echo, exercise stress testing, and head-up tilt test. A full diagnostic and interventional cardiology program in one department. Dr. Talal Hachem Sabouh (Interventional Cardiologist, 31 years) leads cardiovascular interventional procedures.

Neurology & Neurosurgery

Dr. Mohamed Fouad Ibrahim (Neurosurgeon, Head of Department, 23 years) leads neurosurgery. The neurology team includes Dr. Suhail Abdulla Mohammad Alruknl (11 years) and Dr. Youssry Salah Shafiq (13 years). Brain and spinal cord surgery, peripheral nerve conditions, and complex neurological cases are managed with advanced imaging support.

Orthopaedics & Spine Surgery

Dr. Elie Romanos (Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon, Consultant, 18 years), Dr. Omar Sabri (21 years), and Dr. Hassan Alrifai (16 years) lead orthopaedics. Joint replacement, spine surgery, trauma management, and sports injuries are within scope. CARF-accredited physiotherapy and rehabilitation runs directly alongside surgical orthopaedics.

Bariatric Surgery

Dr. Tamer Said (Obesity and Bariatric Surgeon, Senior Consultant, 21 years) and Dr. Rajesh Devassy (Advanced Laparoscopic, Minimal Access and Bariatric Surgeon, Senior Consultant, 23 years) lead the bariatric team. European-standard weight loss programs covering both surgical and non-surgical approaches. Fast-track patient pathways. For bariatric surgery in Dubai.

Gynaecology & Obstetrics

Dr. Ghassan Lotfi (Head of Department, 34 years), Dr. Mousa Al Kurdi (Consultant, 41 years), and Dr. Avneesh Kour (Consultant, 17 years) lead gynaecology. 12 NICU beds and 11 PICU beds support high-risk obstetric and paediatric cases. Full maternity, labour, delivery, hysteroscopy, laparoscopic gynaecological surgery, and gynaecological oncology.

Internal Medicine & Endocrinology

Dr. Sushum Sharma (Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, 41 years) and Dr. Mohamad Fadl Aboudan (Senior Consultant, Internal Medicine, 36 years) provide senior clinical leadership for complex internal medicine and multi-system cases. Dr. Idrees Mubarik (Endocrinologist, 13 years) manages diabetes, thyroid, and metabolic conditions.

Medical Gastroenterology

Dr. Zakariyya Al-Mrayat (Medical Gastroenterologist, Consultant, 29 years). GI diagnostics, colonoscopy, upper endoscopy, and hepatology.

Vascular Surgery

Dr. Raashid Intesar Shahbazi (Vascular Surgeon, Consultant, 31 years). Vascular surgery including endovascular and open procedures. Varicose vein treatment also available (Dr. Salam Abou Taam documented).

Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery

Dr. Abizer Kapadia (Aesthetics and Plastic Surgeon, Principal Consultant, 24 years) and Dr. Mahmoud Soliman (Cosmetic Surgeon, Consultant, 13 years). Reconstructive and aesthetic surgery.

Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation

CARF International-accredited physiotherapy and rehabilitation department. One of the few Dubai hospitals with CARF accreditation for rehabilitation - the standard used to evaluate rehabilitation facilities in North America and internationally.

Technology & Equipment

• 128-Slice CT Scanner - High-speed, high-resolution CT including coronary angiography

• 2 Specialised Cath Labs - Vascular, cerebral, and cardiovascular interventions

• Nuclear Medicine Department - Oncology diagnosis and treatment

• Advanced Cancer Imaging - Interventional radiology tools for oncological imaging

• Splendor X and Fractional Lasers - Dermatology aesthetic and medical treatments

• Negative Pressure Isolation Rooms (8 beds) - Infection control for immunocompromised patients

• Positive Pressure Chemo Beds (4) - Chemotherapy safety environment

• 24/7 Radiology Unit - Continuous diagnostic imaging availability

• Electronic Patient Records - First in Middle East to fully automate and digitise patient records

Key Doctors at Saudi German Hospital Dubai

International Patient Services

A dedicated medical tourism department operates specifically for international patients, staffed by multilingual coordinators.

35+ Languages: English, French, Arabic, German, Russian, Turkish, Italian, and more.

Three-Step Medical Tourism Process: Submit inquiry, hospital prepares treatment plan and helps with medical visa, hospital representative meets patient at airport.

Dedicated Coordinator: One coordinator from initial inquiry through post-operative follow-up.

Accommodation: Assistance with hotel and accommodation booking near the hospital in Al Barsha.

Airport Coordination: Pickup and transfer from Dubai International Airport.

Insurance: Partners include AXA, Amity, Daman, MSH International, and Oman.

Room Choices: 106 private rooms, 8 VIP rooms ranging from standard to royal suites - multiple budget options.

Why Choose Saudi German Hospital Dubai for Treatment in UAE

Largest private hospital group in MENA. 11 hospitals across Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, and Yemen. The institutional scale provides depth of clinical protocol, quality monitoring, and specialist availability that single hospitals cannot match.

Planetree Gold - Patient-Centred Care Excellence. From Planetree International-USA. This certification evaluates not just clinical standards but the patient experience design of the entire hospital - how staff interact, how care is communicated, and how the patient journey is structured. Very few UAE hospitals hold it.

First UAE hospital with Dubai Ambulance office on premises. Emergency response integration at this level is unusual. For trauma cases especially, the physical co-location of ambulance coordination directly affects speed-of-care.

35+ language support. For a genuinely international patient mix - Gulf, Europe, Russia, North Africa - having translators available in 35+ languages is operationally important, not just a marketing claim.

CARF-accredited physiotherapy. The international standard for rehabilitation quality. For post-surgical orthopaedic and neurological patients, the rehabilitation program quality directly affects long-term outcomes.

Medical tourism award winner - three consecutive years. Best Medical Tourism 2021, Best Surgery 2020, Best Patient Experience 2019 across Arab Health and Healthcare Asia platforms.

How DivinHeal Connects You

• Step 1: Share reports via WhatsApp or upload a form. 

• Step 2: DivinHeal coordinates with SGH Dubai's medical tourism team for case review, treatment plan, and cost estimate. 

• Step 3: Specialist matched based on your diagnosis. Pre-travel consultation arranged. 

• Step 4: Medical visa assistance, airport pickup, and accommodation near Al Barsha arranged. 

• Step 5: Coordinator accessible during stay. Post-discharge follow-up through DivinHeal.

Patient Reviews

"Coming from Spain, the thought of having surgery overseas was daunting. But from the moment I contacted Saudi German Hospital Dubai, their international patient team made everything easy. They helped with visa arrangements, booked accommodation, and ensured I was comfortable every step of the way."

"Dr. Asim went above and beyond by clearly explaining my diagnosis in detail, addressing all my concerns, and providing advice on long-term care. His approach made me feel confident and well-informed."

"Dr. Mustafa Khan from the ER is incredibly knowledgeable and took time to answer all my questions. Highly recommend."