Dr. Iyad Abuward

Dr. Iyad Abuward is a Consultant Nephrologist at Liv Hospital with over 12 years of specialized experience in kidney disease management. He holds an MBBS and PhD in Medicine from the University of Santiago de Compostela in Spain, along with a Spanish Board Certificate in Nephrology. His advanced training includes a Master's degree in Interventional and Diagnostic Nephrology and a University Expert Certificate in Fabry Disease (a rare inherited kidney condition) from the University of Alcalá de Henares.

Dr. Abuward's clinical expertise spans the full spectrum of kidney disorders: he manages kidney stone prevention and treatment, diabetic and high-blood-pressure-related kidney damage, acute kidney injury in critical care settings, and chronic kidney disease at all stages. He is highly skilled in both hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis (two main forms of kidney replacement therapy), vascular access procedures for dialysis, kidney transplant follow-up care, and cancer-related kidney complications. He also uses ultrasound-guided techniques for safe catheter placement.

A recognized researcher and thought leader, Dr. Abuward received the European Award in Medicine – Nephrology in 2021 and serves as a peer reviewer and editorial board member for leading international nephrology journals. He is an active member of both the Spanish Society of Nephrology and the Emirates Society of Nephrology and Transplantation. Fluent in English, Arabic, Spanish, and French, he is well suited to patients seeking comprehensive kidney disease management from prevention through advanced treatment.