General and laparoscopic surgery

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The University Hospital of Sharjah (UHS) is internationally acclaimed for its exceptional and innovative surgical skills. Our quality reputation is rooted in three pillars enabling our staff to provide the highest and most personalized patient care. To create new and improved surgical procedures and techniques and to transmit their expertise to the next generation of scholars and healthcare professionals. Our surgeons are recognized for their skills and for being at the forefront of advancements in their field of expertise. Many of the ailments treated there relate to treating ailments of the breast, digestive tract, and abdomen. Surgeons can perform open surgery and minimally invasive procedures for conditions that range from the simplest to the most complicated. Our principal goal in UHS Hospital's General Surgery Department is to provide comprehensive surgical care that meets the highest standards. For many reasons, we are the most preferred general surgical hospital in Sharjah, Dubai. Our multidisciplinary team of board-certified, fellowship-trained surgeons are well-versed in addition to their particular interests in many subspecialties. Our facilities are equipped with cutting-edge technology, which allows our highly skilled surgeons in Sharjah to perform surgeries employing the most advanced methods efficiently. Our dedicated team of professionals work to ensure that all the requirements of patients are addressed, starting from the first consultation to their complete post-surgery follow-up care.

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General & Laparoscopic Surgery - University Hospital Sharjah
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General & Laparoscopic Surgery - University Hospital Sharjah

General and Laparoscopic Surgery

The University Hospital of Sharjah (UHS) is internationally acclaimed for its exceptional and innovative surgical skills. Our quality reputation is rooted in three pillars enabling our staff to provide the highest and most personalized patient care. To create new and improved surgical procedures and techniques and to transmit their expertise to the next generation of scholars and healthcare professionals. Our surgeons are recognized for their skills and for being at the forefront of advancements in their field of expertise. Many of the ailments treated there relate to treating ailments of the breast, digestive tract, and abdomen. Surgeons can perform open surgery and minimally invasive procedures for conditions that range from the simplest to the most complicated. Our principal goal in UHS Hospital's General Surgery Department is to provide comprehensive surgical care that meets the highest standards. For many reasons, we are the most preferred general surgical hospital in Sharjah, Dubai. Our multidisciplinary team of board-certified, fellowship-trained surgeons are well-versed in addition to their particular interests in many subspecialties. Our facilities are equipped with cutting-edge technology, which allows our highly skilled surgeons in Sharjah to perform surgeries employing the most advanced methods efficiently. Our dedicated team of professionals work to ensure that all the requirements of patients are addressed, starting from the first consultation to their complete post-surgery follow-up care.

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Doctors in general and laparoscopic surgery

Prof. Dr. Tarek Ibrahim Mahdi

Head of Department and Consultant General & Bariatric Surgeon

Dr. Abdulrahim Al Awashez

Consultant General & Laprascopic Surgeon

Dr. Abdulwahid Mohamed Ali Alwahedi

Consultant General and Bariatric Surgeon

Dr. Ritu Khare

Specialist General Surgeon

Dr. Oktay Irkorucu

Specialist General Surgeon

Dr. Deena Mohammed Al Qedrah

Specialist General & Vascular Surgery

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Rectal Prolapse is the condition when the rectum comes out through the anus and hang outside the anal area. The most effective treatment for rectal prolapse is surgery. 

Inguinal hernia is a condition that occurs when the soft tissue from a part of the intestine protrudes out of the abdomen through a tear in the abdominal wall. It is most commonly seen in men than in women.

Incisional Hernia develops  at the site of previous abdominal surgery. 

The most commonly used laparoscopic surgical techniques for hernia repair are Transabdominal Preperitoneal (TAPP) and Totally Extraperitoneal (TEP) repair. A hernia repair is usually performed as an outpatient surgery with no overnight stay in the hospital.

A hernia is a sac-like structure that protrudes from a weak area or opening in the wall of the abdominal cavity. Hernias can be developed during birth and occurs when the abdominal wall fails to close properly.

Sleeve gastrectomy is a minimally invasive bariatric surgery. The Sleeve Gastrectomy procedure involves removing the lateral 2/3rds of the stomach with a stapling device. It is usually done laparoscopically but is not reversible. It basically leaves a stomach tube instead of a stomach pouch.

Inflammation and infection in the gallbladder (Cholecystitis), in some cases, may be indicating the need for gallbladder removal. Using advanced laparoscopic technology, it is now possible to remove the gallbladder through tiny incisions in the front of the abdomen.

Women who have surgery as part of their treatment for breast cancer can opt for breast reconstruction surgery to recreate the breast shape and look. Reconstruction procedure is performed by plastic surgeons.  

There are two main types of surgery to remove breast cancer: Lumpectomy and Mastectomy. Lumpectomy is a type of breast conservation or preservation surgery. Simple or total mastectomy involves the removal of the entire breast tissue (along with the areola and nipples), but the lymph nodes and muscles are left intact.

Ventral hernia can be developed when the abdominal wall fails to close properly. The size of the hernia varies considerably from small to gigantic.