Top 3 General Surgery Clinics in Fifth Circle 2026

When do you need this specialty or procedure?

General surgery deals with the abdomen and its contents, hernias, the gallbladder, the thyroid, breast procedures, the appendix, and the removal of lumps under the skin, such as fatty lumps (lipomas) and cysts. It also overlaps with vascular surgery for some blood vessel problems.

Consider booking a planned visit if you have:

• Repeated abdominal pain with digestive symptoms such as bloating, nausea or changes in bowel habits
• Gallstone attacks, meaning episodes of pain in the upper right abdomen, especially after fatty meals
• A bulge in the groin, navel or abdominal wall that you can see or feel, especially when coughing or standing
• A lump that has not been explained, or that keeps growing or changing
• Varicose veins, leg swelling, or a foot sore that is slow to heal, particularly if you have diabetes

Some symptoms need urgent care rather than a planned appointment. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department if you have sudden severe abdominal pain, vomiting blood, black or bloody stools, a painful hernia that is hard and cannot be pushed back, fever with a swollen or tender abdomen, or yellowing of the skin and eyes with abdominal pain. A foot wound in someone with diabetes that is spreading, smells, or turns dark or cold also needs same-day medical review.

This page gives general information only. It cannot tell you what is causing your symptoms; only a doctor who examines you can do that.

How to choose among the clinics here

When you compare General Surgery Clinics in Fifth Circle, start with the problem you need solved rather than the clinic name. The three listed profiles focus on different areas:

• Match the services to your concern. The first profile names hernia and gallbladder assessments, along with thyroid and bariatric consultations. The second is built around vascular and endovascular care for veins, arteries and diabetic feet. The third lists general and laparoscopic consultations, pre-operative assessment and review of reports.
• Check the listed doctor and specialty. Each profile names one doctor, so ask at the start who will examine you.
• Compare confirmed hours. The third clinic opens from 09:00, while the first two open at 10:00. Confirm the day and time before you travel.
• Think about follow-up. If you have already had surgery or need a review of scans, ask whether the clinic offers postoperative follow-up and review of investigations.
• Read the ranking correctly. The order reflects how complete each profile's published information is. It is not a measure of surgical skill or patient outcomes.

If your concern is abdominal or hernia related, the first and third profiles list services that fit most closely. If your concern is leg veins or foot circulation, the second profile lists the matching services.

What to expect at the first visit

A first consultation usually involves a conversation about your symptoms, a physical examination and a plan. The doctor may order blood tests or imaging, or may review tests you already have. Exact steps depend on your case and the clinic, so confirm what to expect when you book.

Prepare by writing down:

• When symptoms started, how often they come, and what makes them better or worse
• Current medicines, including supplements, and any allergies
• Previous operations and any relevant family history
• Scans, lab results and surgical reports, in original form or as copies
• Your questions, ordered by priority

Ask the doctor to explain each suggested test or option, what it is for, and what happens if you wait. A good first visit ends with a clear plan you can repeat in your own words. You are not obliged to agree to surgery at the first appointment.

Insurance, fees and booking

Before you book, ask each clinic directly:

• Whether it accepts your health insurance, and under which plan. Do not assume acceptance from the profile alone; ask.
• What the consultation fee is, what it includes, and whether the doctor's attendance is confirmed for your date
• Whether a follow-up visit is included in the fee
• Whether tests or procedures would be charged separately
• Whether a referral is needed, and how to cancel or change an appointment

Use the contact options shown on each profile. If a procedure is discussed, ask for a written estimate and keep the reference for your booking.

Getting there

All three clinics are listed in Fifth Circle, Amman. Each clinic's building, floor and street address is on its profile, so check it before you leave.

Readers travelling from other parts of the capital can reach Fifth Circle from neighbouring districts such as Abdoun, Jubeiha, Sweifieh, Gardens, Khalda, Tla' Al-Ali, Shmeisani, 7th Circle and Dabouq. Allow extra time for travel, especially if you are coming for a first visit and want to arrive a few minutes early to complete any forms.

Checklist before you book

• Confirm that the listed services match your concern
• Note the doctor's name and specialty on the profile
• Check the confirmed hours for the day you plan to go
• Ask whether your insurance is accepted, and under which plan
• Ask the consultation fee and what it includes
• Ask whether a referral is needed
• Bring reports, scans and your current medicine list
• Write down your symptoms and questions in order of priority
• Know when to call 911 instead of waiting for an appointment