Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Service in Dubai

King’s College Hospital London in Dubai provides advanced care for people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Our IBD team includes gastroenterologists, colorectal surgeons, radiologists, dietitians, nurses, and other specialists who work together to diagnose, treat, and support patients with Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and similar conditions.

IBD can impact your daily life in different ways. Symptoms might appear and disappear, flare-ups can be hard to predict, and treatment often requires long-term planning. At King’s College Hospital Dubai, you get coordinated care in one place, with treatment plans tailored to your symptoms, test results, lifestyle, and long-term health.

What does the IBD service do?

The IBD service helps you understand what’s causing your symptoms, get them under control, and keep things as stable as possible over time. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis can behave differently from person to person, so care is adjusted as your condition changes.

A key part of the service is a regular IBD multidisciplinary team (MDT) meeting, chaired by Dr. Yaser ElGazzar. This is the first dedicated IBD MDT in Dubai, where specialists review more complex cases together to agree on the best treatment plan.

Through this service, you have access to:

• Specialist assessment and second opinions for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
• Treatment plans tailored to you, including standard, biologic, and advanced therapies where needed
• Ongoing monitoring to pick up early signs of flare-ups, treatment response, or complications
• Coordinated input from gastroenterology, endoscopy, radiology, pathology, surgery, dietetics, and specialist nurses
• Clear guidance and education to help you understand and manage your condition long-term
• Support for more complex situations, including difficult-to-control disease, post-surgical care, and transitions between treatments

This approach means your care is not handled in isolation. Each decision is made with input from the wider team, so nothing is missed and treatment stays on track.

When should you see us?

You should see an IBD specialist if you have ongoing digestive symptoms that do not go away, especially if they are affecting your daily routine, work, school, appetite, or weight.

Common symptoms include:

• Long-term diarrhea
• Blood or mucus in the stool
• Abdominal pain or cramping
• Urgent need to use the toilet
• Unexplained weight loss
• Fatigue
• Fever during flare-ups
• Symptoms that keep returning after treatment

You should also come to us if you already have Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis and your symptoms are getting worse, your medication is not working anymore, or you want a second opinion about your treatment plan.

What conditions do we treat through the IBD service?

King’s College Hospital Dubai treats all types of inflammatory bowel disease and related digestive problems. Our service is for people who are newly diagnosed as well as those who have had IBD for a long time or have complex cases.

Conditions we treat include:

• Crohn’s disease
• Ulcerative colitis
• Indeterminate colitis
• Microscopic colitis
• IBD-related fistulas and abscesses
• IBD-related strictures
• Perianal Crohn’s disease
• Flare-ups of known IBD
• Nutritional problems linked to IBD
• IBD in patients needing surgical review

Our team also helps patients who need monitoring for complications, medication side effects, nutritional problems, or increased risk of bowel cancer due to long-term inflammation.

How is IBD diagnosed and treated?

IBD care usually begins with a detailed consultation. Your doctor will ask about your symptoms, medical history, family history, past tests, medications, and how IBD is affecting your daily life.

The next steps may include:

1. Review your symptoms and medical history in detail.
2. Arrange blood tests, stool tests, endoscopy, colonoscopy, or imaging if needed.
3. Confirm whether your symptoms are caused by IBD or another digestive condition.
4. Build a treatment plan based on the type, severity, and location of inflammation.
5. Monitor your response to treatment and adjust your plan over time.
6. Provide long-term follow-up to reduce flare-ups and protect bowel health.

Treatment may include anti-inflammatory medicine, immune-modifying drugs, biologic therapy, nutritional support, antibiotics in some cases, or surgery if needed. The goal is to ease symptoms, control inflammation, and lower the risk of future problems.

Who is the best doctor for IBD in Dubai?

Dr. Yasser ElGazzar and the gastroenterology and colorectal specialists at King’s College Hospital Dubai are leading experts in IBD care, supported by a team experienced in treating complex digestive diseases.

IBD care often involves more than one specialist. Some people need only medical treatment, while others may need diet support, imaging, endoscopy, surgery, or long-term monitoring. At King’s College Hospital Dubai, all these services work together so you do not have to manage your care on your own.

Why choose King’s College Hospital Dubai for IBD care?

King’s College Hospital Dubai offers IBD care through a coordinated team approach, following the standards and clinical methods of King’s College Hospital London.

Patients choose the IBD service because it offers:

• Specialist care for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
• A multidisciplinary team for complex and long-term cases
• Advanced diagnostic testing, including endoscopy and imaging
• Access to modern medical treatments where appropriate
• Support for nutrition, flare-up prevention, and long-term monitoring
• Clear care plans for patients who need medical or surgical treatment
  IBD is a long-term condition, but with the right care, many people can live well, stay active, and reduce the impact of flare-ups. At King’s College Hospital Dubai, we aim to give you answers, support, and a treatment plan that is easy to follow.

How can I book an appointment?

To book an appointment with the IBD service at King’s College Hospital Dubai, you can call the hospital, fill out the online form, or use the KingsHub app.