Dr. Ahmed Youssef Shehata Attia

Dr. Ahmed Youssef Shehata Attia is a Specialist in General Surgery at NMC Royal Hospital in Abu Dhabi, bringing 23 years of clinical experience across open and minimally invasive surgical techniques. He trained at Zagazig University in Egypt, completing his medical degree in 1999, Master's in General Surgery in 2005, and M.D. in General Surgery in 2007. After advancing to consultant level at Zagazig University Hospitals, he relocated to the UAE in 2020 to continue his practice in Abu Dhabi.

Dr. Attia's clinical strengths span bariatric surgery (weight-loss procedures including sleeve gastrectomy and mini gastric bypass), laparoscopic gallbladder removal, hernia repair, colorectal cancer surgery, thyroid procedures, and breast surgery. He also manages complex cases involving bile duct obstruction, varicose veins, rectal and anal conditions, and performs lymph node biopsy and dissection for cancer staging. His approach combines safety with advanced surgical outcomes, using both traditional open surgery and keyhole techniques tailored to each patient's needs.

Dr. Attia is a good fit for patients seeking expertise in weight-loss surgery, those with cancer affecting the bowel or breast, and individuals requiring minimally invasive hernia or gallbladder repair. He is fluent in English and Arabic.