Dr. Dawoud Mahmoud Dawoud
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Top 12 General Surgeons in Jordan 2026
If you searched for the best general surgeons in Jordan, this page shows twelve real profiles chosen from the 62 general surgery profiles on ClinicsJo. They are ordered by how complete and checkable their published information is, not by skill or outcomes. Compare qualifications, services, clinic locations, hours and listed insurers, then confirm the details with the clinic before you book.
At a glance
| # | Doctor | Area | Suits | Profile score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Dawoud Mahmoud DawoudFeatured | Jabal Amman | Obesity, hernia, gallbladder and anal conditions; Jabal Amman, Saturday–Thursday daytime | 71/100 |
| 2 | Mohammad Zaied Al Kiswani | 7th Circle | Afternoon visits near 7th Circle; wide insurer list, including diabetic-foot care | 47/100 |
| 3 | Nedal Semreen | Arjan | Bariatric, gallbladder, hernia and anorectal care; early-day hours in Arjan | 45/100 |
| 4 | Ashraf Haddad | Jabal Amman | Bariatric and minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery assessments in Jabal Amman | 43/100 |
| 5 | Aref Hammam | Arjan | Haemorrhoids, fissures, fistulas and pilonidal sinus, including laser options, Arjan | 42/100 |
| 6 | Imad Mustafa | Jabal Amman | Colon and colorectal problems, laparoscopic surgery and follow-up, Jabal Amman | 42/100 |
| 7 | Hisham Issa Shabani | Shmeisani | Wide general surgery scope incl. thyroid and bariatric; Shmeisani, late-morning start | 40/100 |
| 8 | Mohammad Okasha | Arjan | Hernia, gallbladder, sleeve, breast and anorectal care in Arjan | 40/100 |
| 9 | Faraj Al-Naimat | Arjan | Stomach, bowel and colorectal tumour assessment and gastrointestinal surgery, Arjan | 40/100 |
| 10 | Mohammad Sami Al-Muhtaseb | Jabal Amman | Colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel complications and anal conditions, Jabal Amman | 40/100 |
| 11 | Mahmoud Bals | Jabal Amman | Breast tumour surgery, reconstruction and cosmetic breast procedures, Jabal Amman | 40/100 |
| 12 | Mohammad Abu Hilal | Jabal Amman | Liver, pancreas and bile duct conditions; planned appointments, Jabal Amman | 40/100 |
Profiles marked “Featured” appear first, in the display order set by the platform administration; the rest follow the published profile score. Featured placement is not a measure of clinical quality.
1Dr. Dawoud Mahmoud DawoudFeatured
Dr. Dawoud Mahmoud Dawoud's profile is verified by the platform and lists 18 years of experience. He holds an MBBS from the University of Jordan (2006), the Jordanian Board of General Surgery (2013) and a fellowship in bariatric and laparoscopic surgery at Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Center in Saudi Arabia. Listed posts include King Hussein Cancer Center and the Jordanian Ministry of Health. Since 2021 he has run his own clinic at Al-Basma Medical Complex in Jabal Amman. Published services cover sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, hernia and gallbladder surgery, reflux and hiatal hernia, and haemorrhoid, anal fistula and pilonidal sinus care, including laser options. Consultations are in Arabic and English, and the published fee is 25 JOD.
Suits: Obesity, hernia, gallbladder and anal conditions; Jabal Amman, Saturday–Thursday daytime
2Mohammad Zaied Al Kiswani
Dr. Mohammad Zaied Al Kiswani holds the Jordanian Board in general surgery and lists postgraduate studies at the University of Jordan. His biography describes a consultant practice in general, laparoscopic and bariatric surgery. It also notes previous work in the medical services and the Ministry of Health, a clinical lecturer post at the Hashemite University from 2016 to 2018, and EAES and IFSO memberships. At JoSante Healthcare Center's Amman branch near 7th Circle, published services include hernia repair, laparoscopic gallbladder removal and appendectomy, sleeve gastrectomy, gastric banding, and haemorrhoid, fissure, fistula and pilonidal sinus care. They also include sebaceous cyst removal and diabetic-foot care. Hours are Saturday to Thursday, 15:00–18:00. Twelve insurers and networks are listed, including GlobeMed and MedNet.
Suits: Afternoon visits near 7th Circle; wide insurer list, including diabetic-foot care
JoSante Healthcare Center — Amman BranchSign in to the platform to view the phone numberHours not listedInsurance not specified38 views3Nedal Semreen
Dr. Nedal Semreen practises general, laparoscopic and bariatric surgery. The profile lists a medical degree from Hashemite University, residency at the Islamic Hospital, the Jordanian Board in General Surgery and a British Fellowship in General Surgery. Consultations take place at Istiklal Hospital Outpatient Clinics in Arjan, in room 413 on the fourth floor, Saturday to Thursday from 08:00 to 16:00. Published services include sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, gallbladder removal, appendectomy and hernia repair. They also cover haemorrhoid, anal fissure and pilonidal sinus treatment, wound care, and assessment of breast and gastrointestinal tumours. The biography notes that clinical assessment comes before any operation. Arab Orient Insurance is listed.
Suits: Bariatric, gallbladder, hernia and anorectal care; early-day hours in Arjan
Istiklal Hospital Outpatient ClinicsSign in to the platform to view the phone number4Ashraf Haddad
Dr. Ashraf Haddad works in general, bariatric and laparoscopic surgery, with a focus on minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery. The profile lists medical studies at Jordan University of Science and Technology and general surgery residency at Saint Agnes Hospital in Baltimore. It also lists a minimally invasive gastrointestinal and bariatric surgery fellowship at the University of California San Francisco, Fresno, and both the American and Jordanian Boards of Surgery. Published services include bariatric assessment and surgery, laparoscopic surgery, gastrointestinal surgical assessment and advanced gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures. Consultations are at Jordan Hospital and Medical Centre Outpatient Clinics in Jabal Amman, Saturday to Thursday 10:00–17:00, and are confirmed through Patient Services. Arab Orient Insurance is listed.
Suits: Bariatric and minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery assessments in Jabal Amman
Jordan Hospital and Medical Centre Outpatient ClinicsSign in to the platform to view the phone number5Aref Hammam
Dr. Aref Hammam is a consultant general surgeon whose published practice centres on haemorrhoids and other anorectal disorders, including laser techniques. The profile records the Jordanian Board in General Surgery. Listed services are anorectal assessment, laser haemorrhoid treatment, anal fissure treatment, laser anal fistula treatment and laser pilonidal sinus treatment. According to the biography, the technique is chosen after assessing the condition and its severity, and follow-up is discussed before treatment begins. The clinic is at Istiklal Hospital Outpatient Clinics in Arjan, with published hours of Saturday to Thursday, 08:00–16:00. Arab Orient Insurance is listed.
Suits: Haemorrhoids, fissures, fistulas and pilonidal sinus, including laser options, Arjan
Istiklal Hospital Outpatient ClinicsSign in to the platform to view the phone number6Imad Mustafa
Dr. Imad Mustafa specialises in general surgery, with areas of practice in laparoscopic and colon surgery. The profile lists the Jordanian Board and the Arab Board in General Surgery and a surgical residency at Jordan Hospital. The biography also mentions teaching clinical medical sciences at Ibn Sina University. Published services are general surgical consultation, colorectal surgical assessment, colon surgery, laparoscopic surgery and general surgical follow-up. Consultations are at Jordan Hospital and Medical Centre Outpatient Clinics in Jabal Amman, Saturday to Thursday 10:00–17:00. The biography advises confirming the consultation time and location when booking. Arab Orient Insurance is listed.
Suits: Colon and colorectal problems, laparoscopic surgery and follow-up, Jabal Amman
Jordan Hospital and Medical Centre Outpatient ClinicsSign in to the platform to view the phone number7Hisham Issa Shabani
Dr. Hisham Issa Shabani practises general, laparoscopic and bariatric surgery from his own clinic in Shmeisani. The profile lists medical studies at Jordan University of Science and Technology, residency at the Islamic Hospital, and membership of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. It also lists the Jordanian board of general surgery (obtained in 2012, per the biography), surgical oncology fellowship training at King Hussein Cancer Center, and an advanced laparoscopic bariatric course in Strasbourg. Published services include sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, reflux surgery, gallbladder and bile duct surgery, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, hernia repair, appendectomy and breast surgery. They also cover haemorrhoid and fistula treatment and diabetic-foot care. Hours are Saturday to Wednesday 11:00–17:00 and Thursday 11:00–14:00.
Suits: Wide general surgery scope incl. thyroid and bariatric; Shmeisani, late-morning start
Dr. Hisham Issa Shabani ClinicSign in to the platform to view the phone numberHours not listedInsurance not specified84 views8Mohammad Okasha
Dr. Mohammad Okasha is listed by Istiklal Hospital as a consultant in general, laparoscopic and bariatric surgery. The profile records a medical degree from Jordan University of Science and Technology, an Irish Fellowship and the Jordanian Board in General Surgery. The biography mentions training at the Islamic Hospital and King Hussein Cancer Center. Published services include hernia surgery, laparoscopic gallbladder removal, appendectomy, laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery, sleeve gastrectomy, and breast assessment and surgery. They also cover haemorrhoid, anal fissure and anal fistula treatment. Consultations are at Istiklal Hospital Outpatient Clinics in Arjan, Saturday to Thursday 08:00–16:00, and assessment comes before treatment planning.
Suits: Hernia, gallbladder, sleeve, breast and anorectal care in Arjan
Istiklal Hospital Outpatient ClinicsSign in to the platform to view the phone number9Faraj Al-Naimat
Dr. Faraj Al-Naimat is a consultant in upper and lower gastrointestinal surgery and general surgery. The profile lists the Jordanian Board in General Surgery and an upper gastrointestinal surgery fellowship at Frimley Park Hospital. It also lists advanced lower gastrointestinal training at Nottingham University Hospital and general surgery training within Barts Health hospitals in the UK. The biography records previous consultant posts in British hospitals. Published services include upper and lower gastrointestinal surgery, surgical assessment of stomach and colorectal tumours, abdominal surgery assessment, bariatric consultation and surgical injury assessment. Appointments at Istiklal Hospital Outpatient Clinics in Arjan are arranged through outpatient reception, Saturday to Thursday 08:00–16:00.
Suits: Stomach, bowel and colorectal tumour assessment and gastrointestinal surgery, Arjan
Istiklal Hospital Outpatient ClinicsSign in to the platform to view the phone number10Mohammad Sami Al-Muhtaseb
Dr. Mohammad Sami Al-Muhtaseb is a consultant in general and colorectal surgery. The profile lists a colorectal surgery fellowship at Cleveland Clinic and British Royal College fellowship training in general and colorectal surgery. The biography mentions surgical training in Edinburgh and Glasgow and teaching at the University of Jordan. Published services include colorectal cancer surgery, bowel obstruction surgery, and treatment of bowel surgery complications and abdominal fistulas. They also include surgical assessment for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, care for haemorrhoids, anal fissures and fistulas, hernia repair, and laparoscopic gallbladder and appendix surgery. The clinic is on the fifth floor of Al Khalidi Medical Plaza in Jabal Amman. It is open Saturday to Wednesday 09:00–18:00 and Thursday 09:00–13:30.
Suits: Colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel complications and anal conditions, Jabal Amman
Al Khalidi Medical PlazaSign in to the platform to view the phone numberHours not listedInsurance not specified37 views11Mahmoud Bals
Dr. Mahmoud Bals is a consultant in breast tumour surgery and reconstruction. He studied medicine and completed a higher specialty in general surgery at Jordan University of Science and Technology. He holds the Jordanian Board in general surgery and a fellowship in breast oncology surgery and reconstruction from the University of Bologna. The biography mentions consultant work at Prince Hamzah Hospital. Published services include partial and total breast tumour removal, oncoplastic and breast-conserving surgery, lymph node surgery, and reconstruction after tumour removal. They also include breast reduction, lifting and augmentation, male gynaecomastia treatment, and thyroid, gallbladder, hernia and colon surgery. The clinic is on the fifth floor of Al Khalidi Medical Plaza in Jabal Amman.
Suits: Breast tumour surgery, reconstruction and cosmetic breast procedures, Jabal Amman
Al Khalidi Medical PlazaSign in to the platform to view the phone numberHours not listedInsurance not specified41 views12Mohammad Abu Hilal
Dr. Mohammad Abu Hilal is a professor of surgery at the University of Jordan and a consultant in hepato-biliary-pancreatic surgery. The profile lists surgical training in Wessex, UK, and an advanced fellowship in liver surgery and transplantation at St James's University Hospital in Leeds. The biography adds work in Southampton and Brescia, development of minimally invasive surgery, and a return to private practice in Jordan in 2024. Published services cover liver and pancreatic tumour surgery, assessment of benign liver and pancreatic conditions, biliary disease surgery, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, and minimally invasive liver and pancreatic surgery. Consultations on floor 2 of Al Khalidi Medical Plaza in Jabal Amman are arranged in advance.
Suits: Liver, pancreas and bile duct conditions; planned appointments, Jabal Amman
Al Khalidi Medical PlazaSign in to the platform to view the phone numberHours not listedInsurance not specified36 views
This shortlist covers 12 of the 62 matching doctors on ClinicsJo. Browse the full list and filter it.
How we chose this list
Every matching doctor profile in this country was scored out of 100 for how complete and checkable its published information is, and the highest scores appear here in order. Featured placement does not change a profile's score, and the score does not measure treatment quality or outcomes — it tells you how much you can check before you call. Profiles marked “Featured” are shown first, in the display order set by the platform administration.
- Profile verified by the platform15
- Approved reviews (number and average)20
- Published years of experience (up to 25)15
- Published qualifications10
- Written professional biography8
- Profile photo5
- Published services8
- Listed insurers7
- Confirmed opening hours6
- Published consultation fee3
- Map location3
Ties are broken by the number of approved reviews, then published years of experience. Confirm the service, branch, appointment, fees and insurance coverage with the practice before visiting.
When do you need a general surgeon?
General surgery covers operations on the abdomen and its organs. It also includes hernias, the gallbladder, the thyroid, the breast, some blood-vessel conditions, and lumps or cysts in the skin and soft tissue. Many general surgeons also treat anal and rectal conditions such as haemorrhoids, fissures, fistulas and pilonidal sinus. Several profiles on this page also publish weight-loss (bariatric) surgery.
Most people reach a surgeon after a family doctor or another specialist has examined them and arranged tests such as an ultrasound or blood work. It is reasonable to book a surgical assessment if you have any of the following:
- Recurring abdominal pain with digestive symptoms, such as upper-right abdominal pain after fatty meals
- Gallstones seen on a scan, together with attacks of pain
- A visible bulge in the groin, around the navel or at an old scar that comes and goes
- A lump in the breast, neck or under the skin that has no clear explanation or is getting bigger
- Ongoing bleeding, pain, swelling or discharge around the anus
- A wound that will not heal, including a wound on a diabetic foot
A surgical consultation does not automatically mean an operation. Many conditions are first watched, treated with medicines or managed with lifestyle changes. A good consultation explains all the options, including not operating.
Warning signs that need urgent care
Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department straight away if you have:
- Severe or worsening abdominal pain, especially pain that moves to the lower right side with fever or vomiting
- A hernia that becomes hard, very painful or discoloured, or can no longer be pushed back, especially with vomiting or being unable to pass wind
- Yellowing of the skin or eyes with fever or shivering
- Vomiting blood, black tarry stools or heavy bleeding from the back passage
- A swollen, tense abdomen with no bowel movement
- After an operation: high fever, spreading redness or pus at the wound, chest pain, breathlessness or a painful swollen calf
How to choose among the doctors here
If you arrived here searching for the best general surgeons in Jordan, start with a different question: whose published work matches your problem? All twelve profiles share a specialty, but their focus differs.
- Start with your condition. Several profiles list sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass. One focuses on anorectal conditions with laser options. Others describe colorectal, upper gastrointestinal, breast, or liver, pancreas and bile duct surgery. Common problems such as gallstones, hernia and appendicitis appear on many profiles.
- Check qualifications against the procedure. The profiles list boards and fellowships. Ask which certification the surgeon holds and where they trained for the operation you may need.
- Ask about experience with your specific operation. It is fair to ask how often the surgeon performs it. Ask whether they suggest a laparoscopic (keyhole) or open approach for you, and why. Ask what happens if the plan has to change during surgery.
- Ask where the operation would take place. The clinic is where you are assessed, but the operation happens in a hospital. Ask which one, and check that it suits your insurance and your travel.
- Plan for follow-up. After weight-loss surgery in particular, mainstream guidance stresses long-term follow-up, including nutrition support. Ask who sees you after discharge and how often.
- Check the practical fit. Compare the published hours with your schedule. One profile publishes afternoon hours; the others publish daytime hours. One profile states consultations in Arabic and English.
- Look at the profile status. The page shows whether each profile has been verified by the platform.
What to expect at the first visit
The surgeon will usually take a detailed history, examine you and review your earlier tests. Further tests may be requested, such as an ultrasound, CT scan, endoscopy or blood tests. For a breast, neck or skin lump, a biopsy may be needed before any decision about surgery.
Bring with you:
- Your ID and insurance card, plus any referral letter or insurer approval
- Scan images or reports, blood results and any pathology reports
- A list of all your medicines, especially blood thinners and diabetes medicines, and any allergies
- Details of previous operations and anaesthesia
- For a weight-loss consultation: your weight history, previous attempts to lose weight, and conditions such as diabetes or sleep apnoea
Questions worth asking:
- What is the likely diagnosis, and how certain is it?
- Do I need an operation now, later or not at all? What happens if I wait?
- Which technique do you suggest, and what are its main risks?
- How long is the hospital stay, recovery and time off work?
- What should I change before surgery? Never stop a prescribed medicine on your own; ask the surgeon or your doctor first.
Insurance, fees and booking: what to ask before the appointment
The only consultation fee published on this page is 25 JOD, on Dr. Dawoud Mahmoud Dawoud's profile. For any other doctor, ask the clinic about the consultation fee when you book.
The consultation is only one part of the cost. Tests, the operation, anaesthesia, the hospital stay and follow-up visits are usually charged separately, so ask for a written estimate before you commit.
Several profiles list insurers, and one lists a long range of companies and networks. Still, confirm the following with your insurer directly:
- That both the doctor and the hospital where the operation would happen are in your network
- Whether you need approval before tests or surgery
- Whether weight-loss surgery or cosmetic breast procedures are covered under your policy
When booking, confirm the exact time and place. Some consultations run through hospital outpatient reception, and some are arranged in advance.
Getting there
This is a kingdom-wide list, and each profile states its own city and district. Some doctors see patients in hospital outpatient clinics, others in medical complexes or private clinics. Several profiles give a floor or room number, so note it before you leave. Use the map location on the profile where one is shown, and allow time for parking and registration. Arrive early if insurance paperwork is needed.
If you are travelling from another governorate or from abroad, plan for follow-up visits after any operation. Staying reasonably close during early recovery makes wound checks and questions easier. If you have limited mobility, ask the clinic about lifts and access.
Checklist before you book
- Does the doctor's published service list include your condition or procedure?
- Have you checked the qualifications shown on the profile and the profile's verification status?
- Do the published hours fit your schedule?
- Have you asked the consultation fee and requested an estimate for any procedure?
- Has your insurer confirmed the doctor, the hospital and any approval needed?
- Have you gathered your scans, test results, medicine list and referral letter?
- Have you written down your questions about options, risks and recovery?
- Do you know the warning signs that need 911 rather than an appointment?
Frequently asked questions
How was this list of general surgeons in Jordan chosen and ordered?
The twelve profiles come from the 62 general surgery profiles on ClinicsJo. They are ordered by a published 100-point score of how complete and checkable each profile is. The score counts platform verification, approved reviews, published experience, qualifications, biography, photo, services, insurers, confirmed hours, fee and map location. Featured placement does not change a score. The order does not measure skill, treatment quality or outcomes.
How much does a general surgery consultation cost with these doctors?
The only consultation fee published on this page is 25 JOD, on Dr. Dawoud Mahmoud Dawoud's profile. For the other doctors, ask the clinic when you book. Remember that tests, the operation, anaesthesia and the hospital stay are usually charged separately from the consultation. Ask for a written estimate before agreeing to any procedure.
Will my insurance cover a consultation or operation?
Each profile shows any insurers it lists, but networks and policies change. Before your visit, contact your insurer to confirm that the specific doctor and the hospital where surgery would happen are covered. Ask whether approval is needed for tests or the operation. Check, too, whether weight-loss surgery or cosmetic breast procedures are included in your policy.
Do gallstones always need an operation?
Not always. Under mainstream guidance, gallstones found by chance that cause no symptoms are often simply monitored. When stones cause repeated attacks of pain or complications, removing the gallbladder, commonly by laparoscopy, is frequently recommended. Only a surgeon who has examined you and reviewed your scans can advise on your case. Severe pain, fever or yellow skin needs urgent care through 911.
When is a hernia an emergency?
Seek emergency care straight away, by calling 911 or going to the nearest emergency department, if a hernia becomes hard, tender or discoloured, or can no longer be pushed back. The same applies if it comes with vomiting, a swollen abdomen or being unable to pass wind or stool. These can be signs that the bowel is trapped. A painless hernia that comes and goes should still be assessed at a planned appointment.
Who is weight-loss surgery usually considered for?
Guidance from bodies such as the NHS generally considers bariatric surgery for adults with severe obesity. This often means a BMI of 40 or more, or 35 or more with conditions such as type 2 diabetes, after other methods have been tried. It requires full assessment, commitment to long-term follow-up and nutrition support. A surgeon decides whether it is appropriate for an individual.
Is keyhole (laparoscopic) surgery always possible?
Many common operations, such as gallbladder removal, appendectomy and some hernia repairs, are often done laparoscopically, through small cuts with a camera. Whether it suits you depends on your condition, previous operations and other health factors. Sometimes an operation has to change to an open approach for safety. Ask your surgeon which approach they suggest for you and why.
Why do some profiles appear first?
Profiles marked “Featured” appear first, in the display order set by the platform administration. They are a featured placement, not a measure of clinical quality; the rest of the list follows the published profile score. A featured profile shown on a district page may practise elsewhere in Amman — check the address on its card.
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This page helps you compare published profiles; it is not medical advice and does not rank clinical skill. In an emergency call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.