MBBChB, MSc Clinical Dermatology, MRCP, CCST, MD
Consultant dermatologist and department head with 29 years' experience in medical, surgical and aesthetic skin care
Experience
29 years
Languages
Arabic, English
Location
Sharjah
Sees
children, adults, seniors
Dr. Mustafa Hassan Marai is Head of the Dermatology Department and a Consultant Dermatologist at NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah. With 29 years of clinical experience, he is internationally trained in the UK and board-certified across multiple dermatology disciplines. He earned his medical degree from Al Arab Medical University in Libya and completed advanced training in the UK, including a Master's degree in Clinical Dermatology from King's College London, postgraduate qualifications from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ireland, and an MD from the University of Leeds.
Dr. Marai manages the full spectrum of skin conditions in children and adults, from common disorders like acne, eczema and psoriasis to complex cases including vitiligo, skin cancers (melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma) and sexually transmitted infections. He performs dermatologic surgery for moles, skin cysts and skin cancers, and offers advanced treatments including laser therapy for hair removal and scar revision, biological injections for severe inflammatory conditions, PRP and mesotherapy for skin and hair rejuvenation, and aesthetic procedures such as Botox and fillers.
He is an active educator, having trained dermatology residents and medical students throughout his career, and is a member of several international dermatology societies. Dr. Marai speaks Arabic and English.
Special interests: biological injection treatments for psoriasis and eczema, hair loss and alopecia management, skin cancer management, aesthetic dermatology.
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MBBChB
Al Arab Medical University, Libya · 1992
Diploma in Internal Medicine
Imperial College, University of London, United Kingdom · 1998
Master's in Clinical Dermatology (MSc)
King's College, University of London, United Kingdom · 1999
MRCP
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ireland, Ireland · 2003
CCST
Royal College of Physicians, United Kingdom · 2012
MD
University of Leeds, United Kingdom · 2015
Consultant Dermatologist and Head of Department
AL Zahra / NMC Royal Hospital, United Arab Emirates · 2012–present
Consultant Dermatologist
Doncaster Royal Infirmary Hospital, United Kingdom · 2009–2012
Dermatology Specialist
Doncaster Royal Infirmary Hospital, United Kingdom · 2003–2009
Dermatology Specialist
Birmingham City Hospital, United Kingdom · 2002–2003
Clinical Fellow
St Thomas' Hospital, London, United Kingdom · 1998–1999
Clinical Fellow
Hammersmith Hospital, London, United Kingdom · 1997–1998
Consultations are available in Arabic, English.
NMC Healthcare — NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah, Sharjah.
Yes — this doctor sees children.
Commonly treated: Acne, Basal Cell Carcinoma, Eczema, Genital Warts, Hair Loss and Alopecia, Herpes, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Lupus.
Profile compiled from NMC Healthcare's public website (see original profile via the booking link). Data is informational, not medical advice.
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah
Al Zahra St - near Clock Tower - Al Ghuwair - Hay Al Gharb - Sharjah
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