Best Ulcerative Colitis assessment Doctor in Fifth Circle, Amman

Choosing Ulcerative Colitis doctors in Fifth Circle, Amman

Use the profiles on this page to compare relevant practices in Fifth Circle, Amman, read the published qualifications and locate a suitable appointment. Start with the clinical problem or service you need, then compare the practice location and contact options. The directory reflects listed platform profiles, rather than a census of every provider in the region.

“Best” is a search and comparison term: there is no single doctor who is the best for every patient. Featured placement is not proof of superior clinical outcomes. Choose according to your needs and the qualifications shown in each profile.

Profiles to explore in Fifth Circle, Amman

Shatha Mohammad Khatib

Fifth Circle, Amman

Dr Shatha Mohammad Khatib practices gastroenterology in Amman. Shatha Mohammad Khatib practices gastroenterology, hepatology and endoscopy at her named clinic in Ayoub Medical Complex near Amman’s Fifth Circle. Contact the clinic for consultation and follow-up, confirming the details and arrangements of any endoscopic procedure in advance. Patients are seen at Dr. Shatha Khatib Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endoscopy Clinic.

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Discussing Ulcerative Colitis with a relevant clinician

Ulcerative colitis is a chronic autoimmune disease affecting the colon with inflammation and ulcers, causing bloody diarrhea and abdominal pain. Treatment includes anti-inflammatory medications and biologic therapies, alongside lifestyle modifications.

The provider list uses the treating specialty assigned to this condition in the published health guide. It helps you locate a relevant clinician for assessment; it does not diagnose your symptoms or establish a particular treatment for your case. Explain whether you need an initial assessment, follow-up or a second opinion, and ask which records to bring.

Read the Ulcerative Colitis health guide for its published references and clinical-review information.

Location, appointment and fees

Confirm the exact branch address in Fifth Circle, Amman, access instructions and appointment time before travelling. A governorate-level result may cover more than one district; an area-specific page keeps its area filter. A provider practising at several clinics may have a different schedule at each branch.

Ask whether the first visit is an assessment, a consultation or a planned procedure. Confirm the consultation charge, any investigation fees and what is included in the quoted price. If a profile does not publish a fee, request it directly rather than assuming a typical market price.

For insurance, confirm your insurer, policy, branch and requested service with the practice. A listed insurer does not establish coverage for every procedure or every policy. Ask about referrals, prior authorization and your share of the cost.

Related health information

• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
• Peptic Ulcer Disease
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
• Crohn's Disease
• Hepatitis B
• Hepatitis C

These educational guides do not diagnose your symptoms or establish that every listed provider treats each condition.

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Preparing for your first visit

Write down the main reason for the appointment, when the problem started and how it affects your daily activities. Bring the reports and images you already have, along with a list of current medicines and known allergies. Ask the practice which documents it needs before the visit; a directory listing does not mean that additional tests are necessary.

If you are arranging an appointment for someone else, confirm the patient's age and whether the practice sees that age group. Ask about access needs, companions and the expected visit duration. At the end of the consultation, ask how to obtain the written recommendations, who to contact with follow-up questions and whether another appointment is needed.

How a doctor assesses ulcerative colitis in Fifth Circle, Amman

Assessment usually begins with a full medical history, including the nature of the diarrhea and whether it contains blood or mucus, how long symptoms have lasted, and their effect on weight, appetite and sleep. This is followed by an abdominal examination and measurement of vital signs to assess overall condition.

Common tests include a stool analysis, and blood tests such as a complete blood count, liver and kidney function, erythrocyte sedimentation rate and C-reactive protein, which typically rises when inflammation is active. A fecal calprotectin test is also used as a sensitive marker of intestinal inflammation.

The key diagnostic test is colonoscopy, which allows direct viewing of the colon lining and sampling for histological examination. Your doctor may also order MRI or CT imaging to assess how far the inflammation extends and to look for possible complications.

When to book an assessment and when emergency care is needed

Book an appointment with a gastroenterologist if you develop symptoms suggesting ulcerative colitis, or if symptoms worsen despite taking your medication. Regular follow-up helps ensure treatment works and complications are prevented.

Go to emergency care immediately, or call 911 in Jordan, if you have:

• Severe abdominal pain that does not ease with medication
• Heavy rectal bleeding or large blood loss
• Persistent high fever above 38.5°C
• Marked abdominal swelling with absent bowel movements
• Inability to eat or drink for more than 24 hours

Bloody diarrhea lasting more than a week, especially with abdominal pain and fever, also warrants prompt medical review.

Preparing for your assessment visit in Fifth Circle, Amman

Before the visit, write down your symptoms on one page: how many times you open your bowels each day, the appearance of your stool including any blood or mucus, where and when you feel pain, and any symptoms outside the digestive system such as joint, eye or skin problems.

Bring with you:

• A complete list of medicines and supplements you currently take, with doses as written on their packaging
• Previous blood tests, imaging and endoscopy reports, if available
• Notes on any recent weight or appetite changes

Useful questions include: Which tests are needed to confirm the diagnosis? Will I need a colonoscopy? Which warning signs should I watch for? When is my next follow-up? If a procedure is required, ask about its arrangements before the appointment.

Listed doctors and clinics in this page

This page lists the following two doctors, both in Fifth Circle, Amman, based on what they have published:

• Dr Shatha Mohammad Khatib: a gastroenterologist. She sees patients at her gastroenterology, hepatology and endoscopy clinic on the fourth floor of Ayoub Medical Complex, opposite the emergency gate of Al Arabi Medical Center. Contact the clinic in advance to confirm details of any endoscopic procedure.
• Dr Sultan Ahmad Bin Tarif: a gastroenterology and liver physician. His consultations review digestive symptoms, liver investigations and reports to discuss assessment and follow-up, at Khalaf Medical Complex 18 on Suleiman Al Hadidi Street. Contact the clinic to confirm physician attendance and your appointment.

Being listed here is not a medical recommendation, and neither profile publishes additional services.

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