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Token of Appreciation
Emirates Orthopaedic Society, Emirated Medical Association • 2019
Meet The Doctor
Upper Limb And Sports Consultant, Orthopedic Surgeon With More than 25+ Years Of Training And Experience
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A snapshot of Dr. Louay’s core expertise, leadership, and contributions to modern orthopaedic care.
Extensive expertise in trauma, elective, and sports surgeries — from arthroscopy to complex reconstructions.
Performs daily ultrasound diagnostics and guided minimally invasive procedures.
Award-winning leadership in advancing healthcare service quality across the UAE.
Independent medical advisor and Department of Health clinical review member.
A concise overview of Dr. Louay’s academic foundation, international fellowships, and professional milestones.
1988
MD, Degree in Medicine and Surgery
Damascus University, Syria
Graduate
2015
Diploma of Expert Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
Postgraduate
2007–2009
Fellowship in Upper Limb Surgery
Postgraduate
1999
FRCS (Glasgow)
United Kingdom
Postgraduate
1993
Extended Training in Pediatric Orthopaedics (University Fellowship)
Damascus University Teaching Hospitals
Postgraduate
1992
CCHST – Certificate of Completion, Higher Surgical Training (Orthopaedic Surgery)
Damascus University Medical College
Postgraduate
Burnley General Hospital
UK • 2001
Upper Limb Surgery
Harrogate District Hospital
UK • 2002
Knee & Hip Arthroplasty
Institut de la Main
France • 2003
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Cape Shoulder Institute
South Africa • 2008
Shoulder Instability
The Shoulder Unit at the Hospital of St John & St Elizabeth
UK • 2009
Shoulder Arthroscopy
North Cumberland University Hospital
UK • 2010
Shoulder & Elbow Arthroscopy
Wrightington Upper Limb Unit
UK • 2011
Upper Limb Surgery
Countess of Chester Hospital
UK • 2012
Wrist Arthroscopy
Cleveland Clinic Ohio
USA • 2013
Shoulder Arthroplasty
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
Al Hosn Medical Centre (UAE) & Queen’s Hospital (UK)
2023–Present
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
Burjeel Hospital & Affiliates, Abu Dhabi, UAE
2015–2023
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
SKMC / Cleveland Clinic, Abu Dhabi, UAE
2005–2015
Orthopaedic Specialist
Royal College Affiliated Hospital, Abu Dhabi
1993–2005
Residency & Fellowship in Orthopaedics
Damascus University Teaching Hospital
1988–1993
Advancing orthopaedic care through leadership, education, and ethical governance.
Recipient of the GCC Healthcare Leadership Award (2019) for his contributions to patient safety, innovation, and service excellence.
Established the Shoulder and Upper Limb Unit at Burjeel Hospital (2015) — the first specialized unit of its kind in the UAE.
Leads multidisciplinary task forces to elevate quality standards and clinical governance in orthopaedic practice.
Faculty member for numerous workshops and international cadaveric training programs on arthroscopy, arthroplasty, and trauma management.
Trained medical students, residents, and surgical staff across multiple teaching hospitals, fostering evidence-based learning and clinical precision.
Active member of the Independent Clinical Review Committee, Department of Health, UAE — evaluating complex medico-legal and ethical cases.
Provides expert witness and scientific consultation on disability assessment and post-injury evaluation in collaboration with legal firms.
Produced over 100+ Arabic-language educational videos to improve patient understanding of orthopaedic procedures and rehabilitation.
Advocates digital communication as a bridge between medical expertise and accessible healthcare literacy.
Served on VTA task forces and hospital leadership committees to design policies for safety, quality improvement, and efficient care delivery.
Champion of patient-centered protocols that integrate evidence-based practice with cultural awareness.
Selected qualifications and certifications that underpin Dr. Louay's expertise in upper limb surgery, trauma, and musculoskeletal ultrasound.