Dr. Rafik Abu Samra

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.