Dr. Jose is a Specialist Prosthodontist & GP Dentist at Aster Clinic Al Muteena with over 40 years of clinical experience in General Dental Practice and Speciality Practice, the last 24 years of which has been with Aster DM healthcare in the UAE.
Dr. Saleem Moopen is the Specialist Ophthalmologist at Aster Clinic Al Muteena, he has been a part of Aster DM Healthcare since January 2003. Dr. Saleem completed his MBBS, DOMS, and Master of Surgery (MS) in Ophthalmology from JJM Medical College Davangare. Prior to joining Aster Clinic, he worked at the Iranian Hospital.
Dr. Sumi Thomas is a Specialist Dermatologist at Aster Clinic Al Muteena. She has completed her MBBS, DVD, M.D (Dermatology) from the Prestigious Calicut Medical College. She obtained her DNB in Dermatology in 2005. And has worked as a Cosmetologist in Al Hind Cosmetology Center, Calicut, before taking up the role as an A R T (N A C O) officer at Calicut Medical College in 2008, subsequently getting promoted to Assistant Professor of Dermatology. She has been part of Aster DM Healthcare since 2010.
Dr Indira Venkataraman completed her MBBS, DGO, and MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology), from the prestigious Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Pondicherry, India and MRCOG, FRCOG from London, UK. She has more than 30 years of experience in the field of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. She has been an integral part of Aster DM Healthcare since April 2005.
She is currently practising at ASTER CLINIC, Al-Muteena, (Dr Moopen’s Polyclinic), Deira for Outpatient Consultations (OPD) and attached to ASTER HOSPITAL, MANKHOOL for In-patient care, conducting deliveries, Caesarean Sections, other OBGYN Operative Procedures, and attending to Obstetric & Gynaecological Emergencies.
Dr. Hemjith Padmanibhan is working as a Specialist ENT with Aster Clinic, Al Muteena. He did his MBBS from Calicut Medical College in 1989 and MS (ENT) from Indira Gandhi Medical College, Nagpur in 1994. Prior to joining Aster DM Healthcare he was a Professor of ENT at the Academy of Medical Sciences, Pariyaram, Kerala, India. He then joined Aster DM Healthcare as Specialist ENT Surgeon in October 2006 at Dr. Moopen’s Polyclinic, Deira. Since then he has been performing routine ENT Surgeries in Medcare, Aster and Belhoul Hospital.
Dr. Jayakumar is a Consultant Gastroenterologist at Aster Clinic Al Muteena, with over 18 years of experience diagnosing and treating patients by administering specialized medical treatments and procedures. He is an expert in Upper and Lower GI diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. He possesses special experience in ultrasound scan abdomen examinations and interventions. , as well as experience in capsule endoscopy of over 200 cases in the UAE. Dr. Jayakumar has an excellent ability to develop and present educational programs and workshops and is a good organizer of CME conferences and cultural programs. He has a sound knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures.
Dr. Deepa Ganesh Ganiga completed her BDS from the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science in 2001. Prior to joining Aster DM Healthcare, she was working with Dr. Kabres Orthodontic and Dental Clinic, Mumbai, India as Associate Dental Surgeon and as Dental Surgeon in KVK Dental Centre, Mumbai, India. She joined DM Healthcare in March 2007 and is now working as a Dental Surgeon in Aster Clinic, Al Muteena (DMPC).
Dr. Harshvardhan completed his MBBS in 2001 and MS (Orthopaedics) in 2006 from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University, India. He was working as a consultant and Associate Professor of Orthopaedics at Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, India before joining Aster DM healthcare in May 2012. He has described various surgical and imaging techniques in the field of Orthopaedic surgery which is well documented in over 25 International publications. He also has the credit of designing the universal nerve approximator from external fixator which is used for nerve repairs. He has undergone specialised training in the field of trauma and joint replacement and has a keen interest in them. Dr. Harshvardhan is working as an Orthopaedics Specialist with Aster since 2012 in Aster Clinic, Discovery Gardens.
Dr. Shruti Santosh Daflapurkar has completed MBBS from University of Mumbai, India and DNB from National Board of Examinations, New Delhi, India. She has around 5 years of experience in India. She joined Aster DM Healthcare in November 2012. She released a book in 2014 “High Risk cases in Obstetrics” by Jaypee publications, India
Dr. Arun Nair has completed his BDS from Pune University, Maharashtra, India, 1993. He was working with Rural Medical College as Lecturer and later joined as Dental Officer in Army Dental Corps, Indian Army. He has joined Aster DM Healthcare as G.P Dentist in December 2003, he is now working in Aster Clinic, Discovery Gardens.
Dr. Suma Thomas is working as a Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in Aster Clinic, Discovery Gardens since May 2013. She has done her MBBS and MD in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from Trivandrum Government Medical College. She has 17 years of experience in her field.
Dr. Mohammad Shakkil completed his MBBS and MD Internal Medicine from the University of Calicut in Kerala, India. He has been a part of the Aster DM Healthcare team in the role of an Internal Medicine Physician since 2012. Prior to joining the Aster Gardens Speciality Clinic, he gained valuable experience as an Internist and Assistant Professor in Saudi Arabia and India respectively.
Dr. Priyadarshan has completed his MBBS in 1989 and MD (Internal Medicine) in 2000 from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), India. He was working as a Tutor in PSGIMS and as a Consultant and Assistant Professor in Amrita Institute of Medical Science & Research, Cochin, India. He was a visiting consultant physician for various hospitals in India. He has more than 20 years of experience in this field. He joined Aster DM Healthcare in January 2005, He is now working as a Specialist Physician in Aster Clinic, Discovery Gardens.
Ms. Aiswarya Pavithran has completed her BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) in the year 2009 from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), India. She has 3 years of post qualification experience. She worked as physiotherapist at the Arimala Hospital, India. She joined with Aster DM Healthcare as Physiotherapist in February, 2013
Dr. Franson Jose did his MBBS and MD from Rajiv Gandhi University of health Sciences. He was working as a Consultant Paediatrician in St. Joseph Hospital, Dharmagiri Kothamangalam. He has more than 12 years of experience as a Paediatrician. He joined Aster DM Healthcare in September 2011, he is working as a Consultant Paediatrician at Aster Clinic, Discovery Gardens, Dubai.
Dr. Supriya G Menen has completed her MBBS in the year 1993 from Dr. M G R University and MD (Pediatrics) in the year 2000 from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), India. She has 21 years of post MD experience. She worked at the PSG Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Coimbatore. She also worked as Senior Lecturer in the department of Pediatrics at Amrita Institue of Medical Science & Research, Cochin. She joined with Aster DM Healthcare as Specialist Paediatrician in the year October 2005.
Dr. Niya Jamaludheen is a general practitioner at Al Rafa Polyclinic, International city, with more than 12 years of experience in practicing medicine. She graduated from Amala Institute of medical sciences, India in 2010. After attaining a Diploma in Internal medicine from Edinburgh University she has also done MRCP(UK ) from The Royal College of Physicians, UK.
Dr. Tauseef has passed Master of Surgery in orthopedics from Mumbai University and has a work experience of seven years. He worked initially in Jaslok Hospital and research center Mumbai, one of the most renowned and big hospitals in Mumbai. Then he shifted to Bahrain where he worked in private hospital for a year and later he shifted to Al Rahba hospital where he worked for 4 years. His particular field of interest is trauma and fracture management for all age groups. His other areas of interest are management of joint pains, arthritic joints, back pains, neck pain, spondyloarthropathies, disc related problems, radiculopathies, joint infections and inflammations, osteoporosis and its complications.
Dr. Sarwat Nasreen completed her MBBS from the Dow University of Health Sciences and her MCPS (Dermatology), FCPS (Dermatology) from the College of Physicians and Surgeons in Pakistan. She has around 9 years of post-FCPS experience in Pakistan. She is presently working as a Specialist Dermatologist in Aster Clinic (Al Rafa Polyclinic), International City.
Dr. Vimal Kumar Kalipurayath graduated from BDS at the Government Dental College in Calicut in 1994. Following this, he pursued his post graduate degree, MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics at the Government Dental College in Trivandrum. Amassing a vast array of post-graduate clinical experience, he served as a Consultant Endodontist to a variety of clinics in India. At present, he is working as a Specialist Endodontist at Aster Clinic (Al Rafa Polyclinic), International City.
Dr. Shailendra Udupi completed his MBBS from the Bellary Medical College, Gulbarga University, Gulbarga & his MS (ENT) from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore University, Mangalore, India. He has more than 24 years of post-MS experience in India & Oman. He is working as a Specialist ENT Surgeon in Aster Clinic (Al Rafa Polyclinic), International City.
Dr. Shazia Wajahat completed her MBBS from Fatima Jinnah Medical College For Women, Lahore, Pakistan. She has more than 19 years of experience in Pakistan & UAE. Prior to joining Aster DM Healthcare she worked as a General Practitioner across various hospitals in Pakistan and as a School Doctor at the Pristine Private School Dubai. She has been a General Practitioner at Aster Clinic Dubai Silicon Oasis since May 2013.
Dr. Mohammed Samiuddun joined Aster DM Healthcare in 2009 and is currently working as a General Physician in the Aster Clinic, Jebel Ali. On receiving his MBBS from Osmania University in Hyderabad, India, he started work as a Duty Medical Officer at Satya Kidney Centre Hyderabad. Following that he has worked as a duty medical officer in various hospitals across India before moving to Saudi Arabia, and then Dubai.
Dr. Fayaz Mahamood completed MBBS from Rajiv Gandhi University, Bangalore. He has around 3 years of experience in various hospitals across India. He joined Aster DM Healthcare in Dec 2011, he is working as a general physician in Aster clinic, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai.
Dr. Regi Thomas completed his MBBS (1983) and MD (1988) from Mysore University, Karnataka, India. He has more than 25 years of experience in the field of General Medicine. He joined Aster DM Healthcare in December 1995 and has since been working as a General Physician in Aster Clinic, Ras Al Khor, Dubai.
Dr. Mohammad A. El Rabah has completed MBBS from Islamia University, Bahawalpur, Pakistan & DCH from Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons in Ireland, UK. He has around 14 years of experience in Pakistan, UK & UAE. He became a part of DM Healthcare in May 2012.
Dr. Shivadey is a specialist Gynaecologist and Obstetrician with over 17 years of Post Doctoral Experience in the field of Gynaecology and complicated Obstetrics. She is a gold medalist post graduate alumni of GRMC Gwalior, India. She has worked as a consultant in various Hospitals in Nasik and was also attached to many government hospitals in India as honorary consultant. She has a vast experience in performing over 7000 normal and complicated labour procedures. She has also performed over 4000 gynaecology procedures with emphasis on laparoscopic techniques. Her special interest is in infertility management and was Director of Nirmiti Infertility Centre at Nasik, India. She was trained in Jaslok Hospital Mumbai, India under the able guidance of Dr. Indira Hinduja (The architect of first test tube baby in India) and Dr.Firuza Parikh. She joined Aster DM Healthcare in October 2011.
Dr. Shahira has completed her MBBS from Zaporozhye State Medical University, Ukraine. She has experience in various hospitals in Sri Lanka and UAE. She was associated with Dr. Vijay’s Medical Clinic before joining us. She joined DM Healthcare in February 2009
Dr. Prince K Job has completed his BDS & MDS from Government Dental College, University of Calicut, Kerala, India. He has around 21 years of speciality experience especially in fixed and removable prosthodontics. He has been working as a Specialist Prosthodontist in Aster Clinic since March 2013.
Dr. Nazeer completed his MBBS (1988) from Bangalore University and MD in Pediatrics (1995) from Kuvempu University. He has 14 years of experience in managerial and advanced medical field. He became a part of Aster in May 2011, he is the Paediatrician in Aster clinic, Fujairah.
Dr. Celia Antony George has completed MBBS from Govt. Medical College, Calicut University, India. She has more than 22 years of experience in India & UAE. She joined DM Healthcare in May 2013, working as a general practitioner in Aster clinic, Sharjah.
Dr. Abey Abraham has completed his MBBS (1995) and MD (1999) from Prestigious Kasturba Medical College. He started his career as Assistant Professor in Kasturba Medical College and moved to Dubai in the year 2006. He joined DM Healthcare in March 2011, working as a Specialist Internal Medicine in Aster Clinic, Sharjah.
Dr. B.H. Shanti completed her MBBS in 1983 from Jawahar Lal Nehru Medical College, Karnataka and MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology ) in 1988 from Bangalore Medical College, India. She started her career at the E.S.I. Hospital Bangalore and worked as a Junior Specialist in Royal Hospital, Muscat. She has also worked as a specialist in Ministry of Health in the Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia. Dr. Shanti has a vast experience of more than a decade in the UAE as a specialist gynaecologist. She was also associated with NMC Hospital, Sharjah. She joined Aster DM Healthcare in March 2011, working as a specialist gynaecologist in Aster clinic, Sharjah.
Dr. Viney Joseph has completed MBBS & DNB (ENT) from Medical College, Trivandrum, and D.L.O. from Christian Medical College, Vellore. She has more than 25 years of experience in India & UAE. She became a part of Aster DM Healthcare in February 2012, now she is working as ent specialist in Aster Clinic, Sharjah.
Dr. Mohammed Shaheer has done his MBBS in the year 2003 from Kerala University. He started his career as Resident Medical Officer in Kerala, later on moved to KSA and worked there at Al Abeer Medical Centre, Jeddah.He has joined DM Healthcare in July 2009.
Dr. Ashwin Pillai has completed MBBS from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik, India. He has around 6years of experience in India & UAE. He became a part of DM Healthcare in January 2013.
He has done MBBS (BOM) in 1982) & DCH (CPS) in 1986 from Mumbai University, India. He further did his MRCP (Pediatrics, UK) in 1999 and MRCPCH (LON) in 2003. He started his career in India,working for various hospitals in Goa & Mumbai. He has also worked in Ministry of Health Hospitals in Oman. He later moved to the UK and worked for NHS in Newham University hospital in London and Withybush Hospital in West Wales. He joined DM Healthcare in February 2008, now working as a Specialist Paediatrician in Aster Al Rafa Clinic, Abu Dhabi.
Dr. Shivadas Menon has completed MBBS (1981) & MD (1986) from Calicut University, India. He has more than 27 years of experience in UAE. He was associated with Aster DM Healthcare while we were managing Middle East Specialist Medical Centre, Abu Dhabi. He rejoined with us in April 2010, now working as a Specialist Physician (General Medicine) in Aster Clinic, Abu Dhabi.
Dr. Raghvendra has completed his MBBS(1999) & MD(2003) from Mumbai University. He was working in various hospitals after MD and was with Metropolis Health Service India Ltd before joining with us.He has joined Aster DM Healthcare in December 2008
Dr. Thannikot Mathai Jaison has done his MBBS (1974), MD (1979), and DM (1983) from the prestigious Christian Medical College in India. He started his career in the same institute as Registrar and was subsequently promoted to Professor and Head of the Department before joining Aster DM Healthcare. He joined Aster DM Healthcare in August 2006, now he is working as a cardiology specialist in Aster Jubilee Medical Complex, Bur Dubai.