Top 3 General Surgeons in Fifth Circle 2026

When do you need a general surgeon?

General surgery covers the abdomen, hernias, the gallbladder, the thyroid, some blood vessel problems and skin lumps. The services published on the profiles above reflect this range, including gallbladder assessment, hernia consultations, laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery, surgical thyroid assessment and vascular assessment.

Consider booking a visit if you have:

• Repeated abdominal pain with digestive symptoms such as bloating, nausea or changes in bowel habits
• Attacks of pain linked to gallstones, especially after fatty meals
• A visible bulge in the groin, navel or abdominal wall
• A lump you cannot explain, or one that is growing or changing
• Leg swelling or pain, or foot wounds that heal slowly if you have diabetes

Seek emergency care now by calling 911 if you have sudden severe abdominal pain, pain with high fever, persistent vomiting, vomit or stool containing blood, a hernia that becomes hard and painful and will not go back in, yellowing of the skin or eyes, chest pain or breathlessness, or a diabetic foot that turns black, cold or quickly worsening. A routine clinic visit is not the right step for these signs.

How to choose among the doctors here

Choose by how well a doctor's published services match your problem, not by position on this page. Dr. Muath Mohammad Aldergham's profile focuses on vascular and endovascular surgery, so it suits questions about varicose veins, leg circulation and diabetic foot. Dr. Mohammad Al Mabroom's services cover general, laparoscopic and bariatric surgery, which suits gallbladder, hernia and weight-loss surgery questions. Dr. Marwan Assaf's services centre on general and laparoscopic consultations, with preoperative assessment and follow-up.

If you are looking for the best general surgeon for your situation, define best in practical terms: a service match for your problem, a clear explanation of options, and hours you can attend. Useful criteria include:

• Fit between the doctor's services and your specific concern
• A full read of the profile, including the services, hours and biography
• How clearly the doctor explains options, risks and alternatives
• Training and experience, which you should ask about directly, including how often the doctor performs the procedure you may need
• Practical access, such as clinic hours that fit your work and the route to Fifth Circle

What to expect at the first visit

Expect a conversation about your symptoms and history, a physical examination, and possibly a request for tests. The surgeon may decide that observation, further investigation or treatment is appropriate, and will explain the reasons.

Bring:

• A list of current medicines and any known allergies
• Previous operation reports, imaging and laboratory results
• A short written timeline of symptoms: when they started, what makes them better or worse, and any fever or weight change
• A companion or a note of your questions, if that helps you remember the answers

Useful questions to ask:

• What is most likely causing this, and what is still uncertain?
• Which tests would help, and what would each one tell us?
• Are there non-surgical options, and what are the risks of waiting?
• If surgery is recommended, what is recovery like and what follow-up is planned?
• Whom should I contact if symptoms change after the visit?

Keep a copy of any written plan and reports you receive.

Insurance, fees and booking

Before you book, ask each clinic:

• The consultation fee and whether it is paid on the day
• Which insurance providers are accepted, and whether pre-approval is needed
• Whether a referral from another doctor is required
• Whether the clinic will confirm your appointment time before you travel
• Its cancellation and rescheduling rules

Each clinic sets its own fees and policies, so get the answers directly from the clinic rather than relying on estimates from other websites. Keep receipts if you plan to claim through insurance.

Getting there

All three clinics on this page are in Fifth Circle, Amman, in the capital's central area. Our location data lists neighbouring districts including Abdoun, Shmeisani, Sweifieh, Jubeiha and Khalda, so check your route from wherever you live. Traffic in Amman can vary through the day, so allow extra time for a morning or late-afternoon appointment. If surgery is later recommended, ask the surgeon which hospital they would use and how follow-up is arranged.

Checklist before you book

• The doctor's published services match your concern
• The clinic's hours fit your day and your travel time
• You have confirmed the consultation fee and payment method with the clinic
• You have confirmed whether your insurer is accepted
• You have gathered reports, imaging, laboratory results and a medicine list
• You have written your symptom timeline and your questions
• You know to call 911 for urgent warning signs