Dr. Rafik Abu Samra
Consultant Cardiac Surgeon
Available Sun, Apr 28, from 07:00 at Valiant Clinic & Hospital
30 years experience
Al Safa, Dubai
Available Sun, Apr 28, from 07:00 at this clinic
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About
In the journey following his attainment of a PhD, Dr. Rafik Abu Samra has orchestrated more than 6,000 intricate cardiac surgeries. This impressive portfolio encompasses diverse procedures such as robotic CABG, aortic interventions, and mitral valve surgeries.
In the captivating city of Bielsko, Poland, he devoted four impactful years as a Senior Consultant Cardiac Surgeon, during which he admirably held the esteemed position of Head of the Department of Cardiac Surgery at Al Qassimi Hospital, Ministry of Health (MOH), located in the vibrant heart of Sharjah, UAE.
An unequivocal trailblazer, Dr. Rafik Abu Samra introduced a groundbreaking advancement in the United Arab Emirates, pioneering the establishment of the inaugural unit for Robotic-Assisted Cardiac Surgery. Leveraging the cutting-edge Da Vinci system, his innovation marked a transformative leap in the field.
His comprehensive training in the realm of Robotic surgery stands as a testament to his dedication. This training, meticulously nurtured in collaboration with the Medical University in Leipzig, Germany, empowered him to carry out over 1,700 surgeries with precision, utilizing robotic systems such as Davinci, Aezop, and Zeus.
Notably, Dr. Rafik is an esteemed member of multiple prestigious societies, including the Polish Society of Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons, the European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery (EACTS), and the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery (ISMICS). These affiliations underscore his commitment to excellence and continuous professional growth.
With an illustrious academic background underscored by the publication of over 6 scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals, Dr. Rafik Abu Samra remains steadfast in his mission to not only uphold but to propel the boundaries of cardiac surgery. His legacy as a trailblazing surgeon is marked by his unrelenting dedication to enhancing the landscape of cardiovascular medicine.
Areas of Expertise
Languages
Education
2011
Ph.D. degree in cardiac surgery
Poland
2003
Cardiac Surgery Specialisation Exam
Poland
Experience
Consultant Cardiac Surgeon
Cardiovascular Division
Valiant Clinic & Hospital
2021
Dubai, UAE
Consultant Cardiac Surgeon
Cardiac Surgery
American Hospital
2017 - 2023
Dubai
Consultant Cardiac Surgeon
Cardiac Surgery
American Heart of Poland
2012 - 2013
Bielsko, Poland
Consultant Cardiac Surgeon
Cardiac Surgery
Medical University of Silesia
2003 - 2012
Katowice, Poland
Research & Publication
Cisowski M., Drzewiecka-Gerber A., Ulczok R., Abu Samra R., Drzewiecki J., Guzy M., Trusz-Gluza M., Bochenek A.: Primary direct stenting versus endoscopic atraumatic coronary artery bypass surgery in patients with proximal stenosis of the left anterior descending coronary artery – a prospective, randomised study. Kardiol. Pol. 2004, 61, 253-264.
2004
M.Cisowski, W.Gerber, R. Abu Samra, A.Bochenek: Pobranie żyły odpiszczelowej Wielkiej do pomostowania wieńcowego–porównanie trzech metod małoinwazyjnych z metodą tradycyjną. Kardiol. Pol., 2000, 52, II-39-42.
2000
M.Cisowski, R.Janas, R. Abu Samra, A.Bochenek: Mało inwazyjne pomostowanie gałęzi międzykomorowej przedniej lewej tętnicy wieńcowej z wykorzystaniem wideoskopii – wyniki wczesne. Pol. Przegl. Kardiol., 2000, 2, 1, 25-30.
2000
M.Cisowski, W.Gerber, R.Janas, R. Abu Samra, M.Brzezińska, A.Bochenek: Pobranie żyły odpiszczelowej wielkiej do pomostowania wieńcowego – porównanie trzech metod mało inwazyjnych z metodą tradycyjną. Pol. Przegl. Chir., 1999, 71, 6, 592-600.
1999
Award & Recognition
Da Vinci Robotic Surgery Program
Acibadem University
2014
BLS (Basic Life Support)
American Heart Association
2019
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
American Heart Association
2019
Insurance
MSH International
Daman
OMAN BUPA
INAYAH TPA
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Accepted Payments
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Memberships
Polish Society of Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons
Member
European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery
Member
ISMICS - International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery
Member
Registration & License
DHA License
28069934-006