
Consultant endocrinologist and diabetes specialist with 18+ years experience in weight management and metabolic disorders
Experience
18 years
Languages
English, Hindi, Urdu
Location
Dubai Investment Park, Dubai
Sees
adults, seniors
Dr. Fareeha Rizvi is a highly experienced consultant in endocrinology, diabetes, and general medicine with over 18 years of clinical practice. She trained extensively in London and the South East of England and currently practises at NMC Healthcare in Dubai. As a former head of department and clinical lead, she brings strong expertise in chronic disease management, preventive care, and continuity of care for complex patients.
Dr. Rizvi specialises in diabetes management across all types—including type 1 and type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and pre-diabetes—with a particular focus on reversing pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes through diet, lifestyle changes, and weight management. She has developed targeted expertise in managing diabetes in South Asian populations, understanding the cultural and dietary challenges specific to this group. She also manages endocrine disorders affecting the pituitary, adrenal, and thyroid glands, and brings high-level expertise in weight management using GLP-1 medications.
Dr. Rizvi is known for her collaborative approach and advocacy for teamwork in achieving the best outcomes. She is a good fit for patients seeking comprehensive metabolic care, those managing multiple endocrine conditions, or anyone looking for a doctor experienced in weight management and diabetes prevention through lifestyle-first strategies.
Special interests: reversal of type 2 diabetes and pre-diabetes through lifestyle, diabetes management in South Asian populations, GLP-1 weight management medications, thyroid disease in pregnancy, diabetes in older persons.
Extracted from the doctor's hospital profile — patient-friendly terms
Master's degree in Endocrinology and Diabetes
University of London, United Kingdom · 2018
MBBS
University of London (Queen Mary University of London), United Kingdom · 2007
BSc
Queen Mary University of London, United Kingdom · 2006
Consultant in Endocrinology, Diabetology, Metabolic Disorders and Weight Management
NMC Healthcare, United Arab Emirates
Clinical training in endocrinology, diabetes and general internal medicine
Various hospitals in London and South East England, United Kingdom
Consultations are available in English, Hindi, Urdu.
NMC Healthcare — NMC Royal Hospital DIP, Dubai, Dubai Investment Park, Dubai.
This doctor primarily sees adults and seniors.
Commonly treated: Adrenal Gland Disorders, Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes, Obesity and Weight-Related Metabolic Disorders, Osteoporosis, Pituitary Gland Disorders, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), Pre-Diabetes.
Profile compiled from NMC Healthcare's public website (see original profile via the booking link). Data is informational, not medical advice.
NMC Royal Hospital & Pharmacy, DIP
Plot no # 598 - 122 شارع ١ - behind Falcon House - Dubai Investments Park - Dubai
+971 4 810 8800NMC Royal Hospital & Pharmacy, DIP
Dubai Investment Park, Dubai
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