Dr. Sameh Abolfotouh

Dr. Sameh Abolfotouh

Spine Surgeon

5.0 (40 reviews)

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgery

14+ Years of Experience

Medcare Orthopaedics & Spine Hospital

22 A street, From Sheikh Zayed Road, 2nd Interchange - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Country: United Arab Emirates

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Brief about Dr. Sameh Abolfotouh

Dr. Sameh Abolfotouh is a leading Consultant Orthopaedics and Spine Surgeon at Medcare Orthopaedics & Spine Hospital in Dubai, and the current Chair of the Pan Arab Spine Society (PASS). A Harvard-trained surgeon, he is among the few globally to complete the prestigious Harvard Medical School Surgical Leadership Program. He has also completed two advanced spine surgery fellowships in the USA.

With over 15 years of expertise, Dr. Abolfotouh specializes in minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery, including advanced techniques for spinal deformities. He holds prominent roles as AO Spine MENA Educational Officer and serves on multiple global boards and committees in the field of spine surgery.

Beyond his surgical practice, he is a passionate educator and global speaker, known for mentoring the next generation of spine surgeons, especially in underserved regions. His dedication to innovation, patient care, and advancing spinal health continues to make a powerful impact across the region and beyond.

Qualifications
  • Harvard Medical School

    Surgical Leadership Program (SLP)

    Mar 2023 – Mar 2024

  • University of Missouri-Columbia

    Clinical Spine Surgery Fellowship

  • Weill Cornell Medicine—Qatar

    Orthopedics Residency

    Sep 2012 – Oct 2017

  • Alexandria University

    MBBS, Medicine

    2003–2008

Work Experience of Dr. Sameh Abolfotouh
  • Medcare Orthopaedics & Spine Hospital, Dubai, UAE (Sep 2019 – Present) ---Consultant Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon​
  • Orthocure Medical Center, Dubai, UAE (Sep 2019 – Present) ---Consultant Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon​
  • AO Spine MENA (Jun 2023 – Present)---Education Officer & Board Member​
  • AO Spine Technical Commission LDEG (Jan 2025 – Present) ---Member
  • AO Spine College Leadership Steering Committee (Sep 2023 – Present) ---Member​
  • AO Spine GCC (Sep 2019 – Jun 2023) ---Chairman & Community Development Officer​
  • AO Spine GCC (Jun 2016 – Aug 2019) ---Research and Fellowships Officer​
  • Pan Arab Spine Society (PASS) (Jan 2023 – Present---Board Member​
  • Pan Arab Spine Society (PASS) (Jan 2025 – Present) ---Chairman​
  • International Journal of Spine Surgery (Mar 2025 – Present) ---Associate Editor
Specialties of Dr. Sameh Abolfotouh
  • Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
  • Spinal Deformity Correction
  • Endoscopic Spine Surgery
  • Degenerative Spine Conditions
  • Spinal Trauma and Tumors
  • Back & Neck Pain 
International Patients Support
  • Online medical opinion before travel
  • Visa invitation letter support
  • Airport pickup & accommodation assistance
  • Dedicated international patient coordinator
  • Post-surgery follow-up after return
Trusted by International Patients Worldwide

Patients from over 25+ countries have trusted Dr. Sameh Abolfotouh for advanced medical treatment in India.

"Successful heart surgery and great post-surgery follow-up even after returning home."
Md. Hasan — Bangladesh
"From online opinion to surgery in India, the coordination was perfect. Highly recommended."
Joseph K. — Kenya
"Professional team, fast response, and clear cost explanation. Very satisfied."
Samuel O. — Ghana
"Highly experienced surgeon. I trusted him immediately after first consultation."
Ali M. — Saudi Arabia
"Treatment outcome was excellent and coordination team was always available."
Ibrahim K. — Sudan
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