
Specialist radiologist with 30+ years' experience in breast imaging, ultrasound, and vascular studies
Experience
30 years
Languages
Arabic, English
Location
Dubai Marina, Dubai
Sees
adults, seniors
Dr. Wiam Makdessi is a specialist radiologist with over 30 years of experience in diagnostic imaging. She earned her medical degree and Master's degree in Radiology from Aleppo University, Syria, in 1991, then completed advanced training in breast ultrasound, digital mammography, and interventional radiology at American University Hospital in Beirut.
Throughout her career, Dr. Makdessi has built strong expertise in breast imaging and vascular ultrasound. She chaired the radiology department at Aleppo Healthcare and managed a private radiology clinic for approximately 20 years before relocating to Dubai in 2012. She now practices at Emirates Hospitals Clinics, Dubai Marina Branch, where many of her long-standing patients continue to seek her care.
She specializes in breast ultrasound and mammography, venous duplex studies (ultrasound of leg veins), and conventional ultrasound and X-ray. Her three decades of experience and continuity of care make her well-suited for patients seeking detailed imaging evaluation and interpretation.
Special interests: breast ultrasound, digital mammography, venous duplex studies.
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Medical Degree
Aleppo University, Syria · 1991
Master's Degree in Diagnostic Radiology and Medical Imaging
Aleppo University, Syria
Diploma in Inter-Universitaire De Senologie (Breast Diseases)
Nancy University, France
Advanced training in Breast Ultrasound, Digital Mammography, and Interventional Radiology
American University Hospital, Lebanon
Specialist Radiologist
Emirates Hospitals Clinics, Dubai Marina Branch, United Arab Emirates · 2012–present
Private Radiology Clinic Owner and Manager
Private clinic, Syria · approximately 20 years
Department Chair
Aleppo Healthcare, Syria
Consultations are available in Arabic, English.
Emirates Hospitals Group — Emirates Hospital Clinic – Dubai Marina, Dubai Marina, Dubai.
This doctor primarily sees adults and seniors.
Commonly treated: Breast Lesions, Vascular Insufficiency.
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Emirates Hospital Clinics - Dubai Marina
Al Habtoor Business Tower - Dubai Marina - Dubai
+971 800 444444Emirates Hospital Clinics - Dubai Marina
Dubai Marina, Dubai
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