Dr. Iyad Abuward

Dr. Iyad Abuward is a nephrologist based in Dubai with over 12 years of specialized experience in kidney medicine. He trained in Spain, earning his medical degree (MBBS) from the University of Santiago de Compostela and a Ph.D. in Medicine with Distinction from the same institution. He completed advanced training in interventional and diagnostic nephrology at the University of Alcalá de Henares. He is certified by the Spanish Board of Nephrology and holds active membership in both the Spanish Society of Nephrology and the Emirates Society of Nephrology and Transplantation.

Dr. Abuward manages the full spectrum of kidney conditions, from early detection and prevention of kidney disease to complex cases including diabetic kidney damage, high blood pressure affecting the kidneys, acute kidney injury, and end-stage kidney disease. He is experienced in both hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, and provides post-transplant follow-up care for kidney transplant recipients. He also specializes in onco-nephrology, the intersection of cancer and kidney disease.

He is an active contributor to international nephrology research, serving as a peer reviewer and editorial board member for several prominent nephrology journals. His work has been recognized with the European Award in Medicine – Nephrology in 2021. He is a good fit for patients seeking specialist kidney care in Dubai, whether for prevention, diagnosis, dialysis management, or transplant follow-up.