Dr. Sakina Farhat

Dr. Sakina Farhat is a Consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist at Medcare Hospital, Al Safa in Dubai. She completed her medical studies in India before pursuing advanced training in the United States, where she obtained an MD in Internal Medicine from North Shore University Hospital and a second MD from the State University of New York. She is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology, and holds membership in five major professional organizations including the American College of Gastroenterology, American Gastroenterological Association, and American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.

Dr. Farhat treats a wide range of digestive and liver conditions, from common problems like heartburn, food intolerance, and irritable bowel syndrome to complex cases including inflammatory bowel disease, celiac disease, pancreatic disease, and colorectal cancer. She is experienced in cancer screening and diagnosis, polyp management, and uses advanced imaging such as FibroScan for liver assessment. She also manages gastrointestinal bleeding, anaemia, and various oesophageal and anorectal disorders.

Dr. Farhat believes in evidence-based, personalized medicine that integrates clinical research with patient care. She is a good fit for patients seeking comprehensive digestive and liver care from a doctor with deep expertise in both common and serious gastrointestinal conditions.