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5 Best Rheumatologists in Dubai (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Elara Kestrel
By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 7 min read

Joint pain that drags on for months, or years, often means bouncing between specialists before anyone names the actual condition. Every rheumatologist on this page holds a Google rating between 4.8 and 5.0, a tighter cluster than most specialties get, and between them they've collected nearly 800 reviews describing what finally got a diagnosis right for rheumatologists in Dubai.

Short answer: Dr. Humeira Badsha is the most-reviewed rheumatologist here, rated 4.8 across 249 Google reviews, known for autoimmune and arthritis diagnostics at Sunset Mall in Al Barsha. Dr Zozik Fattah and Dr. Wesam Gouda both hold a perfect 5.0, based at Mediclinic Parkview and Prime Hospital respectively. Consultation availability runs mostly weekday and weekend afternoons across the list, with several clinics offering insurance billing support.
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Rheumatology Care in Dubai, Compared

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Dr. Humeira Badsha – (Rheumatology, Arthritis, Regenerative Medicine, PRP)) 4.8 ★ 249 Complex/undiagnosed cases View ›
2 Dr Zozik Fattah Consultant Rheumatologist 5.0 ★ 181 Hospital-based / insurance support View ›
3 Dr. Wesam Gouda – Rheumatology, Joint Pain, Arthritis, PRP 5.0 ★ 133 Joint injections / Al Garhoud View ›
4 HBG Medical Center 4.9 ★ 115 Multi-specialty diagnostics View ›
5 Health Call Clinic 4.8 ★ 102 Long-term arthritis management View ›
5 Best Rheumatologists in Dubai (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Dr. Humeira Badsha – (Rheumatology, Arthritis, Regenerative Medicine, PRP)) logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Dr. Humeira Badsha – (Rheumatology, Arthritis, Regenerative Medicine, PRP))

4.8249 Google reviews

Dr. Humeira Badsha runs a rheumatology practice at Sunset Mall in Al Barsha, focused on arthritis, autoimmune disease, and regenerative medicine treatments like PRP. Her site lists board certification and over two decades of practice, along with published patient education work on arthritis. Reviewers frequently describe her handling cases that had gone undiagnosed by multiple prior doctors.

What people praise

  • Multiple reviewers describe her identifying conditions other specialists had missed
  • Praised for a clear plan-A, plan-B approach when a first treatment doesn't work
  • Support team gets specific praise for coordination between visits
  • Wide weekly availability, including Sundays

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer described a slow response turnaround on a supplementary report
  • High demand can mean booking further out than a smaller practice
Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume249 · 97th
Confidencehigh
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown93% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The most-reviewed rheumatologist on this page, and the reviews are unusually detailed about diagnostic persistence on hard cases. Worth the wait if you've already been through several doctors without an answer.

Website+971503660048 Directions

Sunset Mall - Mubadala health - Dubai

Dr Zozik Fattah Consultant Rheumatologist logo
#2↩ Responds to reviews

Dr Zozik Fattah Consultant Rheumatologist

5.0181 Google reviews

Dr Zozik Fattah is a consultant rheumatologist at Mediclinic Parkview Hospital in Al Barsha South, first qualified in 2000 and a member of both the Royal College of Medicine and the Royal College of Physicians. His practice covers rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis, lupus, gout, fibromyalgia, and related joint conditions, operating within a full hospital setting.

What people praise

  • Holds a perfect 5.0 rating across 181 reviews
  • Reviewers specifically praise help navigating insurance approvals for costly treatments
  • Described as accessible for follow-up questions beyond the initial visit
  • Hospital setting means on-site access to broader diagnostic services

Worth knowing

  • No listed hours, so confirm scheduling directly with Mediclinic Parkview
  • As a hospital-based specialist, expect hospital billing and admin alongside the consultation
Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai
Rating5 / 5
Review volume181 · 91th
Confidencemoderate
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone
Rating breakdown99% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Ties for the highest rating here, and the insurance-navigation praise stands out for anyone facing an expensive biologic or specialist treatment. A strong pick if hospital-level backup matters to you.

Website+9718001999 Directions

Mediclinic Parkview Hospital - Al Barsha South Third - Al Barsha South - Dubai

Dr. Wesam Gouda – Rheumatology, Joint Pain, Arthritis, PRP logo
#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Dr. Wesam Gouda – Rheumatology, Joint Pain, Arthritis, PRP

5.0133 Google reviews

Dr. Wesam Gouda is a rheumatologist at Prime Hospital in Al Garhoud, treating joint pain, arthritis, and offering PRP injection treatment. Reviewers describe him working closely with his nurse to manage ongoing pain conditions, including knee pain treated through injection-based procedures, with clear explanation of each step beforehand.

What people praise

  • Also holds a perfect 5.0 rating, across 133 reviews
  • Reviewers describe him as conservative about over-prescribing medication or scans
  • Consistently praised alongside his nurse for a coordinated, attentive approach
  • Reviewers note he stays current on newer treatment options

Worth knowing

  • Limited weekly hours, concentrated on select days
  • Smaller review base than the top two names on this list
Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai
Rating5 / 5
Review volume133 · 84th
Confidencemoderate
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown95% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong, conservative-minded option, especially for joint injection treatment, with reviewers consistently noting he doesn't push unnecessary tests or medication. Confirm his limited clinic days before booking.

Website+97142929777 Directions

Prime Hospital - Airport Rd - next to Le Meridian Hotel - Al Garhoud - Dubai

HBG Medical Center logo
#4🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

HBG Medical Center

4.9115 Google reviews

HBG Medical Center is a multi-specialty clinic in Dubai Healthcare City offering rheumatology alongside orthopedics, dermatology, and in-house diagnostics like ultrasound, digital X-ray, and DEXA scans. It positions itself as a one-stop "skin to bone" practice, with physiotherapy and post-surgical recovery support built into the same location.

What people praise

  • In-house DEXA and imaging avoids referring patients elsewhere for basic diagnostics
  • Physiotherapy team gets specific, repeated praise from reviewers
  • Staff described as professional and the clinic itself as clean and organized
  • Convenient for combined orthopedic and rheumatology needs

Worth knowing

  • Smallest review base on this list
  • As a multi-specialty center, rheumatology is one of several services rather than the sole focus
Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume115 · 78th
Confidencemoderate
Recency4 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown95% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A solid choice if you want rheumatology and related diagnostics like imaging or physiotherapy handled under one roof, though the review volume specific to rheumatology is thinner than the specialist-only names above.

Website+97145520496 Directions

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Health Call Clinic logo
#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Health Call Clinic

4.8102 Google reviews

Health Call Clinic is a multi-specialty practice in Dubai Healthcare City covering rheumatology, psychiatry, and counseling, founded as part of DHCC's earliest wave of clinics. Its rheumatology arm, led by Dr. Bassel Darwish, treats rheumatoid arthritis and related autoimmune conditions, with reviewers describing years-long relationships managing chronic joint disease.

What people praise

  • One reviewer describes 15 years of continuous rheumatoid arthritis treatment with strong outcomes
  • Staff and doctor both praised for warmth and attentiveness
  • WhatsApp and email access for follow-up between visits, per reviewers
  • Multilingual team across English, Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, and Kannada

Worth knowing

  • Rheumatology shares the practice with psychiatry and counseling, so confirm you're booking the right specialist
  • Lowest total review count on this list
Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume102 · 72th
Confidencemoderate
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown91% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The strongest option here for long-term, ongoing arthritis management, backed by reviewers describing over a decade of continuous care. A good fit if you're looking for a lasting relationship with one doctor rather than a single consultation.

Website+97143635343 Directions

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Health information disclaimer: This directory is informational only and not medical advice. Rankings reflect publicly available Google ratings and review volume, not clinical outcomes. Verify any practitioner’s credentials and registration with the relevant medical board before booking.

How we score these specialists

Every number on this page is computed from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the doctor’s or clinic’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many patients have rated them, measured against the other rheumatologists on this page. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.8 from hundreds of reviews carries more weight than a 5.0 from a smaller sample. Recency reflects how recently patients are still leaving reviews. No practice can pay to change these numbers.

What does a rheumatology consultation cost in Dubai?

Consultation costs vary by clinic, insurance coverage, and whether the visit includes imaging or lab work. Several clinics on this page mention direct insurance billing support, so always confirm your coverage and any out-of-pocket cost before the appointment.

Rheumatology care across Dubai

The specialists above cover Al Barsha, Al Barsha South, Al Garhoud, and Dubai Healthcare City, spanning several of Dubai’s main medical districts. If you’re searching for a rheumatologist near me, every listing below shows a live phone number so you can confirm current appointment availability directly.

What to ask before you book a rheumatology visit

  • Does the clinic accept my insurance, and can they support pre-approval for treatment?
  • What diagnostic tests are available in-house versus referred elsewhere?
  • How does the doctor communicate between visits if a question comes up?
  • What is the typical wait time to get a first appointment?
  • Is a written treatment plan provided after diagnosis?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these rheumatologists?

We started from rheumatology practices in Dubai with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (July 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Which of these rheumatologists handle complex or previously undiagnosed cases?

Dr. Humeira Badsha has the most reviews specifically describing successful diagnosis after multiple prior specialists were unable to identify the condition.

Do these clinics help with insurance for expensive treatments?

Reviewers specifically praise Dr Zozik Fattah’s team for insurance pre-approval support, and Health Call Clinic lists direct insurance billing on its site. Confirm coverage details with your own insurer before treatment.

The bottom line

Dr. Humeira Badsha is the safe default for a complex or long-unanswered case given her review volume and diagnostic track record, while Dr Zozik Fattah and Dr. Wesam Gouda are the highest-rated names for ongoing management. Whoever you call, ask about insurance coverage and expected wait time before you book.

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