Top 5 General Surgeons in Karak 2026

When do you need a general surgeon?

General surgery covers a wide range of operations, including:

• surgery on the abdomen and abdominal wall
• hernias
• the gallbladder
• the thyroid
• some blood vessel problems
• the breast
• lumps in or under the skin

Common procedures include laparoscopic (keyhole) gallbladder removal, hernia repair, thyroid surgery, appendix removal, breast surgery and removal of fatty lumps (lipomas) and cysts.

Many patients reach a general surgeon through a referral from a family doctor or an emergency department. Others book directly at a private clinic. A consultation does not mean you will need an operation. Often the first step is an examination and tests, and some conditions are first managed by watching or with treatment that is not surgery.

Reasons to book a planned visit include:

• Recurrent abdominal pain together with digestive symptoms such as bloating, nausea or pain after fatty meals
• A lump anywhere on the body that has no clear explanation, especially one that is growing, hard or fixed
• A visible hernia, for example a bulge in the groin or around the belly button that appears when you stand or cough
• Known gallstones with repeated attacks of pain
• A lump in the neck or thyroid area, or a breast lump or change, usually after initial assessment by your doctor

Warning signs that need urgent care

Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department straight away if you have any of the following:

• Sudden, severe or worsening abdominal pain, especially pain that moves to the lower right side
• A hernia bulge that becomes painful, firm or discoloured, or can no longer be pushed back, particularly with vomiting or no passing of wind
• Pain under the right ribs with fever, shivering or yellowing of the skin or eyes
• Vomiting blood, or black or bloody stools
• A swollen, rigid abdomen, fainting, or signs of severe infection after a recent operation

Do not wait for a clinic appointment in these situations.

How to choose among the doctors here

The five profiles share the same broad specialty, but the published details differ. Practical points to weigh:

• Match the concern to the published focus. Dr. Hani Kafaween's profile lists endocrine surgery, breast surgery and surgical oncology. That is relevant if your question involves the thyroid, a breast lump or a suspected tumour. The other profiles list general surgery consultation and follow-up. Ask them directly whether they handle your specific procedure.
• Ask where the operation happens. Clinics are for consultation and follow-up; most operations are done in a hospital. Ask which hospital the surgeon operates in and how admission is arranged.
• Check the hours against your routine. Both profiles at I Clinic Medical Center Karak list round-the-clock hours, including Friday. The three Downtown Karak clinics list Saturday to Thursday, 10:00 to 17:00.
• Consider insurance early. Only one profile lists an insurer. If you depend on cover, this can narrow your options or shape what you ask.
• Think about follow-up. Wound checks, stitch removal and test results often mean several trips. If you live in Ghor Al-Safi or Faqou, factor in travel to Karak city.
• Ask about technique and experience. For gallbladder or hernia surgery, ask whether a keyhole or open approach is planned and why. Ask how often the surgeon performs that operation.

What to expect at the first visit

A first consultation usually involves a conversation about your symptoms, a physical examination, and a plan for tests or treatment. The surgeon may request an ultrasound, blood tests or other imaging before advising on surgery.

Before you go

• Write down when your symptoms started, what triggers them and anything that eases them
• List your medicines, especially blood thinners, diabetes medicines and supplements, and any allergies
• Note previous operations and long-term conditions

What to bring

• Your national ID or passport
• Your insurance card and any referral letter
• Earlier scan reports and images, and recent lab results
• A relative or friend if you would like support or help remembering the discussion

Questions worth asking

• What do you think is causing my symptoms, and what tests confirm it?
• Do I need surgery, and what happens if I wait?
• Is the procedure keyhole or open, and how long is the usual recovery?
• Where would the operation take place, and how long might I stay?
• What are the main risks, and which warning signs after surgery should make me seek help?
• Who do I contact after the operation, and when is follow-up?

Insurance, fees and booking: what to ask before the appointment

These profiles do not publish consultation fees, so ask the clinic directly before you go. Also ask:

• whether a follow-up visit is included
• whether tests such as ultrasound are charged separately
• if surgery is recommended, what any quoted amount covers, including the surgeon's fee, anaesthesia, the hospital stay and supplies

On insurance, Dr. Zakaria Nawaisah's profile lists Arab Orient Insurance. Even when an insurer is listed, check with your insurer that your policy covers the consultation and any planned procedure. Ask whether you need prior approval or a referral. Planned operations usually require approval before admission.

When booking, use the contact details shown on each profile page. Confirm that the doctor will be attending on your chosen day, as one profile specifically recommends. Note the exact address and ask about waiting times.

Getting there

Karak Governorate serves nearly 400,000 residents across Karak city, Mutah, Al-Mazar Al-Janubi, Al-Qasr, Ghor Al-Safi and Faqou. All five clinics on this page are in Karak city.

• Al Thaniyah: Dr. Zakaria Nawaisah and Dr. Hani Kafaween see patients at I Clinic Medical Center Karak. The centre is at the college junction, in the Labour Office building, second floor.
• Downtown Karak: The other three clinics are on or beside Italian Hospital Street, close to the Italian Hospital. They are Dr. Emad Aref Mahmoud Abu Rajouh, Dr. Makarm Ghaleb Odeh Qsous and Dr. Aaod Mslh Aldmor.

Hospitals in the governorate include Karak Government Hospital, Prince Ali bin Al-Hussein Military Hospital, the Italian Hospital and Ghor Al-Safi Government Hospital. If you are referred for surgery, confirm which of these your surgeon uses so you can plan transport and visits. If you travel from outlying districts, allow extra time and arrange a lift home after any procedure.

Checklist before you book

• Note your main symptoms and how long you have had them
• Know the urgent warning signs and call 911 if they appear
• Choose a profile whose published focus, location and hours fit your needs
• Confirm the doctor's attendance and the appointment time
• Ask the consultation fee and what it includes
• Check insurance coverage and whether prior approval or a referral is needed
• Ask which hospital any operation would take place in
• Gather ID, insurance card, referral, scans and lab results
• Prepare a medicines and allergies list
• Plan transport, including for follow-up visits