Dr. Ibtsam Shehta Harira
Consultant General Surgeon
Dr. Ibtsam Shehta Harira is a Consultant General Surgeon at Global Care Hospital, with more than 20 years of surgical experience, including over a decade of dedicated service in reputable medical centers across Abu Dhabi.
Languages spoken: English, Arabic
Years of experience: 20
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A graduate of Zagazig University, Egypt, Dr. Harira earned her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBCh) in 2003, her Master’s degree in General Surgery in 2008, and her Doctorate (MD) in General Surgery in 2015. This strong academic foundation and extensive hands-on experience have shaped her into a highly skilled, compassionate, and detail-oriented surgeon.
Dr. Harira is known for her calm professionalism, precision in the operating theatre, and her commitment to providing patient-centered, evidence-based surgical care. She believes that clear communication and trust between surgeon and patient are essential for achieving the best outcomes.
Professional Journey
Over the course of her career, Dr. Harira has held key surgical positions in both academic and hospital settings. For the past 10 years, she has worked in leading surgical centers in Abu Dhabi, where she has earned a strong reputation for excellence, precision, and compassionate care.
She has also contributed to surgical education by training junior doctors and medical students, promoting a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. At Global Care Hospital, Dr. Harira continues to provide advanced surgical care as part of a multidisciplinary team, committed to the highest standards of professionalism and patient safety.
Dr. Harira offers comprehensive management of general surgical conditions for both elective and emergency cases. Her areas of expertise include:
Expertise
- Laparoscopic surgery
- Gallbladder and biliary tract surgery
- Laparoscopic hernia repair (inguinal, ventral, incisional)
- Diagnostic and therapeutic laparoscopy
- Soft tissue surgery including burn and wound care
- Excision of benign and malignant skin or subcutaneous lesions, ingrowing toe nail ,ganglions
- Anorectal surgery
- Hemorrhoids (piles)
- Anal fissure and fistula-in-ano
- Perianal abscess drainage
- Pilonidal sinus and pilonidal cyst surgery
- Breast surgery
- Benign breast conditions and excisional biopsies
- Regular screening and early detection programmes
- Oncological breast surgery with multidisciplinary collaboration
- Circumcision for all ages
- Safe and precise procedures for pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients
- Emergency and trauma surgery
- Management of acute abdominal conditions and surgical emergencies
Education
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MBBCh, MSc, MD
Publications
- Dr. Harira maintains a keen interest in laparoscopic surgery, wound management, and enhanced recovery protocols. She actively participates in continuing medical education and surgical research aimed at improving patient outcomes and advancing modern surgical practice.
- Dr. Ibtsam Harira, surgery is more than a procedure—it is a partnership built on trust, empathy, and open communication. She believes that each patient deserves a personalized treatment plan, thorough understanding of their condition, and compassionate guidance throughout their recovery journey.
