Colorectal Surgeon & Surgical Gastroenterologist in Dubai & Sharjah

Dr Arindam Ghosh practices as a consultant gastro surgeon at Emirates Hospital Jumeirah (Mon, Tue, Fri), Emirates Speciality Hospital DHCC (Wed, Thu, Sat), and NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah (Mon, Tue, Sat). Appointments can be booked directly at any of the three locations.

In most cases, you do not need a referral to consult Dr Ghosh directly. However, some insurance plans in the UAE require a GP referral for specialist consultations. We recommend checking with your insurer before booking. You can also self-pay for a direct consultation at any of the three clinic locations.

A gastroenterologist specialises in diagnosing and medically managing diseases of the digestive tract, using tools such as endoscopy and colonoscopy. A GI surgeon, or gastrointestinal surgeon, specialises in performing operations on the oesophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. Dr Arindam Ghosh is both, a qualified gastroenterologist and an experienced GI surgeon providing complete diagnosis-to-surgery care under one specialist.

Yes. Dr Ghosh performs the full range of minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic GI surgeries at Emirates Hospital Jumeirah and Emirates Speciality Hospital DHCC. These include gallstone surgery, hernia repair, colorectal resection, bariatric surgery, and anti-reflux GERD procedures, all with smaller incisions, less pain, and faster recovery compared to open surgery.

Emirates Hospital Jumeirah and Emirates Speciality Hospital DHCC accept a wide range of UAE health insurance plans including DAMAN, BUPA Arabia, AXA Gulf, Oman Insurance, and others. NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah has its own insurance panel. Please call the respective hospital or contact our team to confirm coverage before your appointment.

You can book an appointment with Dr Arindam Ghosh by:

1. Calling Emirates Hospital on 800 444444 or NMC Royal Sharjah on 06 561 9999 directly
2. Using the online booking button on this page
3. Sending a WhatsApp message to +971 58 181 9372. Walk-in consultations are also accepted subject to availability.

Dr Ghosh is an experienced oncosurgeon specialising in gastrointestinal cancers. He performs curative and palliative surgery for stomach cancer, colorectal cancer including colon and rectal cancer, liver cancer, pancreatic cancer, gallbladder cancer, and oesophageal cancer using open, laparoscopic, and robotic-assisted techniques depending on tumour stage and location.

Recovery after laparoscopic bariatric surgery, including MGB, RYGB, and sleeve gastrectomy, typically involves a 2–3 day hospital stay followed by a return to light activity within 1–2 weeks. Most patients return to full activity within 3–4 weeks. Dr Ghosh's bariatric programme includes pre-surgical counselling, nutritional support, and long-term follow-up at Emirates Hospital Dubai.

Yes. Dr Ghosh performs diagnostic and therapeutic colonoscopy at Emirates Speciality Hospital DHCC and Emirates Hospital Jumeirah. Colonoscopy is used for colorectal cancer screening, polyp removal, investigation of bowel symptoms such as bleeding or altered bowel habit, and follow-up of inflammatory bowel disease including Crohn's and ulcerative colitis.

Yes. Dr Ghosh regularly sees international patients, particularly from South Asia, Europe, and other GCC countries who travel to Dubai for complex GI surgery. His team can assist with medical visa support, travel coordination, and hospital accommodation. To discuss your case, please send a WhatsApp message or email with your medical reports.