Clinic Profile

Dr. Arif Kandoth

Dentistry

Dr. Arif Kandoth has completed BDS from Yenepoya Medical & Dental College, Mangalore, and MDS from the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science, Bangalore, India. He has more than 17 years of experience in India & UAE. He joined Aster DM Healthcare in October 2012 and is working as a Specialist Dentist in Aster Clinic, JLT.

Dr. Ahmed Shaz

Orthodontist

Dr. Ahmed Shaz is working as a Specialist Orthodontist at Aster Clinic, JLT, Bur Dubai (AJMC), DMMC Karama, Al Muteena Deira, and Warqa Beauty Clinic. He is a Certified orthodontist, self-ligation specialist, lingual orthodontist, and global Invisalign provider.

Dr. Fayaz Mahamood

General Medicine

Dr. Fayaz Mahamood completed MBBS from Rajiv Gandhi University, Bangalore. He has around 3 years of experience in various hospitals across India. He joined Aster DM Healthcare in Dec 2011, he is working as a general physician in Aster clinic, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai.

Dr. Farah Manzar

General Medicine

Dr. Farah Manzar is working as a Specialist in General Medicine at Aster Clinic, JLT. She has completed her MBBS with Rotatory Internship from Manipal College of Medical Sciences, Pokhara. She is capable of diagnosing and treating a number of health disorders. She is fluent in languages like English, Hindi, Urdu, and Nepali, with a basic knowledge of Arabic also.

Dr. Ankush Bansal

Orthopaedics

Dr.Ankush Bansal is currently working with Aster Clinic, Tecom and JLT as an Orthopaedic Specialist. He is originally from Punjab and has completed his MBBS & MS.Orthopaedics from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore (Manipal University).

Dr. Samith Alva

Paediatrics

After finishing his Doctor of Medicine in Pediatrics (MD Pediatrics) from the AJ Institute of Medical Sciences in Mangalore, Dr. Samith joined AJIMS as an Assistant Professor of Paediatrics. He has extensive work experience including general pediatrics, pediatric critical care, pediatric emergency medicine, Level III NICU, pediatric nephrology and pediatric Respiratory. At AJIMS, he was also involved in the training of medical graduates and postgraduate students. Furthermore, he worked as Paediatric Consultant at A J Hospital and research centre . Prior to joining Aster, Dr. Samith worked in one of the premier hospitals in Mumbai, Sir H N reliance foundation Hospital, and was involved in Post-op cardiac surgery care, Pediatric intensive care and New born care.      

Dr Titty Mary Thomas

Family Medicine

Dr. Titty Mary Thomas is an energetic & talented Family Physician who gives utmost importance to the wellbeing of the patient and their family as a whole. Expert in providing  primary care, with continuing and comprehensive health care for the individual patient and the family across all ages, genders, diseases and parts of the body. She is well trained in the diagnosis and treatment of all non-communicable diseases, infectious diseases, geriatric conditions and preventive health. She is actively involved in advocating and educating the need of family medicine in the present healthcare scenario. Her areas of interest include diabetic management, counselling and education, and geriatric conditions.    

Dr. Ashish Amrani

Dermatology

Dr. Ashish Amrani has passed dermatology in 2013 from prestigious Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences (PGIMS), Rohtak. He has exposure in wide variety of clinical and core dermatology cases and various dermato-surgical and aesthetic procedures.  He has participated in various quizzes in national and international conferences and academic meetings, and has also been quiz master for various dermatology post graduation programs. Dr. Amrani has keen interest in venereal diseases, hair and nail disorders apart from dermatology and aesthetics

Dr. Arjmand Ruqia Mohammad

General Medicine

Dr. Arjmand Ruqia Mohammad is a General Practitioner in Aster Clinic, JLT. After completing her MBBS in 2008, Dr. Arjmand gained valuable experience as a General Practitioner by working in renowned medical centers in India and the UAE.  

Dr. Nazia Aziz Ahmed

ENT

Dr. Nazia Aziz Ahmed is working as a Specialist ENT at Aster Clinic, JLT. She has worked as a specialist ENT for more than 8 years. Dr. Nazia has completed her  MBBS from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences.

Dr. Xiao Ning

Internal Medicine

I am a passionate and dependable internal medicine specialist with 15 years of medical experience and 5 years of the post fellowship experience. Capability in diagnosing conditions affecting the internal organs, excellence in treating a variety of internal medicine problems.

Dr. Dhawal Navinchandra Bakhda

Orthopaedic Surgery

Dr. Dhawal N Bakhda is working as a Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon at Aster Clinic, Business Bay. He graduated from J.N Medical College, Belgaum, and gained his basic training in Orthopaedics from the prestigious M.S.Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore, and advanced training from Sundaram Medical Foundation; Chennai following which he was awarded Master Degree in Orthopaedic Surgery by National Board Of Examinations, New Delhi in 2012. He has received specialized training in Knee and Hip Surgery from Singapore General Hospital, Singapore, and Netcare Linksfield Knee Clinic, Johannesburg. His immediate past assignment was as a Consultant Orthopaedic Knee and Hip Surgeon at Shalby Multispeciality Hospital, Ahmedabad, India. He has vast experience of over 8 years in individually performing Knee Arthroscopy and Knee and Hip Replacement surgery.  

Dr. Asgar Alam

Psychiatry

• More than 6 years of experience after Post graduation in MD Psychiatry. Wide range of experience in various fields in Psychiatry with certification for Non-invasive brain stimulation techniques from NIMHANS, Bengaluru. Worked at a leading cancer hospital VS Hospitals in Chennai for 5 years with various super specialists in oncology, designed and headed the Psycho-oncology unit before moving to Dubai.
• Also worked at Westminster Healthcare for 3 years, UK based hospital in Chennai with experience in managing Stress related illnesses, work stress, various kinds of addictions and adolescent crisis.
• Was working with Multidisciplinary team in Chennai National hospitals with 5 years of experience, practicing Liaison Psychiatry managing Delirium, Dementia and other mental health issues due to other medical conditions, health complications due to substance use disorders, other psychiatric illnesses like Mood disorders and schizophrenia.
• Management of pre and post organ transplant patients and recipients with Dr. M.R. Rajasekhar, head of Global organ transplant since 2016.
• Have been managing COVID-19 related patients from various parts of the country suffering from different types of Anxiety disorders, Depression, Stress related issues and other complications related to Brain health following onset of covid-19.
• Conducted various awareness campaigns and lectures at IT companies, MNC’s and Hospitals regarding Brain health and behavior.

Dr. Saurabh Gaba

Internal Medicine

Dr. Saurabh brings with him a vast experience from both government and corporate sectors. He has a special interest in rheumatology, infectious diseases, nephrology, and lifestyle diseases like diabetes and hypertension. Patient welfare is his topmost priority and he has a keen interest in academics.