Dr. Abdulrahman Saadeddin
Dr. Abdulrahman Saadeddin is an enthusiastic physician and gastroenterologist specializing in Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy and pancreatico-biliary diseases. As the lead physician for Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) services, he has performed a wide range of therapeutic ERCP procedures, establishing himself as a key figure in this essential area of gastroenterology. His commitment to advancing patient care is evident in his expertise and the quality of service he provides.
Dr. Saadeddin received formal training in Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) under the esteemed Anand Sahai at St. Luke University in Montreal, Canada. After completing his training, he successfully established the EUS service at the University Hospital of Northern British Columbia (UHNBC) and took an active role in training two colleagues to further enhance the service’s capabilities. Currently, he offers interventional EUS and fine-needle aspiration/biopsy (FNA/FNB) services at Valiant Hospital and its associated clinics.
With extensive experience in managing complex Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) cases and employing biologic therapies, Dr. Saadeddin is well-equipped to provide comprehensive care to his patients. His medical training includes a year at the Queen Elizabeth Transplant Liver Unit in Birmingham, UK, where he gained invaluable experience in handling acute and chronic liver diseases.
A passionate educator, Dr. Saadeddin actively trains gastroenterology fellows in clinical gastroenterology and procedural techniques, while also teaching medical students and internal medicine residents. He thrives in an environment that allows him to balance high-quality patient care with his interests in therapeutic endoscopic services, research, and education. This dedication to both patient outcomes and medical education ensures that Dr. Saadeddin remains a vital contributor to the field of gastroenterology.
CREDENTIALS:
- Diploma of Doctor of Medicine at Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, Turkey - 1994
- Membership at Royal College of Physicians, Edinburgh, United Kingdom - 2001
- Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training - Gastroenterology and General Internal Medicine at Postgraduate Medical Education and Training Board, United Kingdom - 2008
- Fellowship at Australian Royal College of Physicians, New Zealand -2015
- USMLE - Steps 1 & 2 at EGFMG, Philadelphia, USA - 1998
- PLAB at GMC, London, United Kingdom - 1999
- MCCEE, Medical Council of Canada, Ottawa, Canada - 2002
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
- Head of Department Gastroenterology, Consultant Physician and Gastroenterologist at Gargash Hospital, Dubai, UAE
- Head of Department Gastroenterology, Consultant Physician and Gastroenterologist at Emirates Specialty Hospital, Dubai, UAE
- Consultant Physician and Gastroenterologist at Al Ain Hospital, Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Head of Department of Gastroenterology, Consultant Physician and Gastroenterologist at Tauranga General Hospital, Tauranga, New Zealand
- Consultant Physician and Gastroenterologist at The University Hospital of Northern British Columbia, Canada
- Consultant Physician and Gastroenterologist at County Durham and Darlington Foundation NHS Trust, Bishop Auckland General Hospital, United Kingdom
- Specialist Registrar in Gastroenterology/GIM at West Midlands Deanery, Worcester Royal Hospital, Midlands, United Kingdom
- Specialist Registrar - The Liver Unit at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, United Kingdom
- Specialist Registrar in Gastroenterology/GIM at West Midlands Deanery, Good Hope Hospital, United Kingdom
- Specialist Registrar in Gastroenterology/GIM at West Midlands Deanery, Princess Royal Hospital, United Kingdom
- Specialist Registrar in Gastroenterology/GIM at West Midlands Deanery, Manor Hospital NHS Trust, United Kingdom
- Specialist Registrar in Gastroenterology/GIM at North West Deanery, Morecambe Bay Hospitals NHS Trust, United Kingdom
- Clinical Fellow in Gastroenterology, Dudley Group of Hospitals NHS Trust, Russells Hall Hospital, United Kingdom
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:
- General Medical Council, United Kingdom
- College of Physicians & Surgeons of British Columbia, Canada
- New Zealand Medical Council, New Zealand
- Health Authority Abu Dhabi, UAE
- DHCC (Dubai Health Care City), UAE
- DHA (Dubai Health Authority), UAE
CLINICAL EXPERTISE & SERVICES OFFERED:
Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy:
- ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
- EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound)
- EMR (Endoscopic Mucosal Resection) for large flat colonic lesions
- Colonic stenting and stricture dilation
- Management of gastrointestinal bleeding (injecting ulcers, variceal banding)
- PEG (Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy) insertion
- Esophageal and pyloric dilation
- Metal stent insertion
Clinical Services:
- Outpatient clinics for gastrointestinal disorders
- Comprehensive endoscopy services (upper and lower GI procedures)
- Inpatient GI consultations and management
- Specialized care for complex inflammatory bowel disease and liver diseases
- Teaching and mentorship for medical residents and students