MCPS, MD
Consultant pulmonologist specializing in asthma, lung fibrosis, sleep disorders and bronchoscopy
Experience
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Languages
English, Italian
Location
Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai
Sees
children, adults
Dr. Fabrizio Facchini is a Consultant Pulmonologist and Clinical Lead in Pulmonary Medicine at Mediclinic City Hospital in Dubai. He holds an MD from the University of Ferrara in Italy and completed clinical and research training in respiratory and sleep medicine at University College London. His career spans over 20 years across Italy and the UK, where he held senior consultant positions at major NHS hospitals including Coventry University Hospital, Leeds University Hospitals, and Basildon & Thurrock University Hospitals. He brings expertise in managing complex lung conditions and has led services across cardiopulmonary testing, non-invasive ventilation, asthma care, and interstitial lung diseases.
Dr. Facchini is an expert in treating asthma, respiratory allergies, lung fibrosis, interstitial lung diseases including sarcoidosis, and pleural conditions. He performs flexible bronchoscopy with biopsies, pleural drainage, and offers advanced pulmonary function testing, sleep disorder evaluation, and smoking cessation support. He uses evidence-based respiratory physiology techniques and non-invasive ventilation management to optimize patient outcomes.
He is well suited for patients seeking specialist care for chronic lung diseases, sleep-related breathing problems, or those requiring diagnostic procedures. His multilingual background (English and Italian) and experience across European and Middle Eastern healthcare systems ensure culturally aware, comprehensive respiratory care.
Special interests: lung fibrosis, sarcoidosis, non-invasive ventilation, sleep apnoea, sleep-disordered breathing.
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MD
University of Ferrara, Italy
Specialization in Pulmonary Diseases and Pathobiology
University of Ferrara, Italy
Clinical & Research Fellowship in Respiratory & Sleep Medicine
University College London, United Kingdom
Resident in Respiratory Diseases
University of Ferrara, Italy
Clinical & Research Fellow in Respiratory & Sleep Medicine
University College London, United Kingdom
Respiratory Consultant & Medical Lead Asthma
Leeds University Hospitals NHS Trust, United Kingdom
Respiratory Consultant & Medical Lead Interstitial Lung Diseases
Basildon & Thurrock University Hospitals NHS Trust, United Kingdom
Senior Consultant Pulmonologist & Director of Pulmonary Medicine
Valiant Clinic & Hospital, United Arab Emirates
Clinical Lead in Pulmonary Medicine
Mediclinic City Hospital, United Arab Emirates · 2025–present
Consultations are available in English, Italian.
Mediclinic — Mediclinic City Hospital Consultant Pulmonologist In department Pulmonary Medicine, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai.
Yes — this doctor sees children.
Commonly treated: Asthma, Chronic Bronchitis, Chronic Cough, COPD, Interstitial Lung Diseases, Lung Cancer, Lung Fibrosis, Lung Nodules.
Profile compiled from Mediclinic's public website (see original profile via the booking link). Data is informational, not medical advice.
Mediclinic City Hospital
Bldg 37 - 26th St - Umm Hurair 2 - Dubai Healthcare City - Dubai
+971 800 1999Mediclinic City Hospital: 3.8★ · 2,416 Google reviews — Google rating for the clinic, not this doctor.
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