Dr. Alaa Shalla

Dr. Alaa Shalla is a German board-certified interventional cardiologist with over 12 years of experience at a leading high-volume heart center in Germany. He now practices in Dubai, bringing European standards of cardiac care to the UAE. His expertise spans the full spectrum of interventional cardiology, from complex coronary interventions to advanced structural heart procedures.

Dr. Shalla specializes in percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI), and mechanical circulatory support devices like the Impella pump. He manages complex cases including heavily calcified coronary lesions using rotablation and shockwave techniques, and performs advanced imaging with OCT and intravascular ultrasound to guide treatment. His particular focus includes high-risk patients, chronic heart failure management, and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy treatment.

He is known for a patient-centered approach, taking time to explain diagnoses and treatment options clearly. Dr. Shalla offers expert second opinions on major cardiac procedures such as bypass surgery and valve replacement, and provides long-term specialized management plans tailored to individual patient needs.