Top 5 General Surgery Clinics in Aqaba 2026

When do you need a general surgeon?

General surgery covers operations on the abdomen and its organs, hernias, the thyroid gland, the gallbladder, blood vessels, and lumps in or under the skin. Common procedures in this field include laparoscopic (keyhole) gallbladder removal, hernia repair, thyroid surgery, appendix removal, breast surgery, and removal of fatty lumps and cysts. Some people are referred by a family doctor; others book a surgical consultation directly.

Reasons to book a planned visit include:

• Recurrent abdominal pain together with digestive symptoms, such as bloating, nausea or pain after heavy or fatty meals
• A lump anywhere on the body with no clear explanation, especially one that is growing, hard or does not move
• A visible hernia, such as a bulge in the groin or around the navel that appears when you stand, cough or strain
• Known gallstones with repeated attacks of pain
• A swelling at the front of the neck, or a new breast lump or change

A consultation does not automatically mean an operation. Many conditions are monitored or managed without surgery, and only the surgeon who examines you can advise what fits your situation.

Warning signs that need urgent care

Do not wait for a clinic appointment if you or someone with you has:

• Sudden, severe or worsening abdominal pain, particularly with fever, repeated vomiting or a hard, tender belly
• Pain that starts around the navel and moves to the lower right side of the abdomen
• A hernia that becomes painful, firm or discoloured, or can no longer be pushed back, especially with vomiting or being unable to pass wind or stool
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes with fever and upper abdominal pain
• Vomiting blood, black tarry stools or heavy bleeding
• Fainting, confusion or difficulty breathing

In these situations call 911 or go straight to a hospital emergency department.

How to choose among the clinics here

The five general surgery clinics in Aqaba on this page are ordered by how complete their published profiles are. That order tells you how much information is available, not how good the surgery is. Use the profiles as a starting point, then compare them on points that matter for surgical care:

• Match the services to your problem. The profiles differ. Some list laparoscopic surgery, one lists bariatric (weight-loss) surgery assessment, and one highlights wound assessment and post-operative follow-up. If you need a specific operation, ask the clinic directly whether the surgeon performs it.
• Ask where any operation would happen. Clinic visits are for assessment and follow-up, while operations are carried out in hospital. Ask which hospital the surgeon operates in. Check that it suits your insurance and is easy for family members to reach.
• Check hours against your routine. Some clinics hold short evening sessions on weekdays and a Thursday morning session. Others are open from morning until evening. Shift workers, including those in the port and the wider Aqaba Special Economic Zone, may find one pattern easier than the other.
• Plan for follow-up. Surgery usually means several return visits for wound checks, stitch removal or test results. A clinic close to home or work helps, especially if you live outside Aqaba city.
• Confirm who you will see. Where a profile names a surgeon, check that he will be attending on your appointment day, particularly if the doctor also works in another town.
• Seek a second opinion if unsure. For planned, non-urgent surgery, it is reasonable to consult another surgeon before deciding.

What to expect at the first visit

A first general surgery consultation usually involves a detailed conversation about your symptoms and a physical examination. The surgeon may then request blood tests or imaging, such as an ultrasound, before discussing options. Not every question is settled in one visit.

How to prepare

• Write down when your symptoms started, what makes them better or worse, and any episodes that sent you to an emergency department
• List every medicine you take, including blood thinners, diabetes medicines and supplements. Do not stop any of them before the visit unless a doctor tells you to.
• Note previous operations, allergies and any reaction to anaesthesia in you or your family
• Wear clothing that makes the area of concern easy to examine

What to bring

• Your national ID or passport, and your insurance card if you have one
• Previous test results, scan images and reports, and any referral letter
• Discharge summaries from earlier hospital stays

Questions worth asking

• What do you think is causing my symptoms, and what tests are needed?
• Is surgery necessary, or are there non-surgical options or a period of monitoring?
• If surgery is advised, will it be open or laparoscopic, and why?
• What are the main risks and the expected recovery time?
• When could I return to work, driving and lifting?
• Which symptoms after the operation should make me seek urgent help?

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

Costs in surgery come in stages: the consultation, any tests, the operation itself, the hospital stay and follow-up visits. Ask about each one separately before committing.

• Consultation fee. Ask the clinic what the first visit costs and whether follow-up visits are charged separately.
• Insurance acceptance. Where a profile lists insurers, check that your specific policy and network are covered. In every case, ask the clinic whether it accepts your insurer before you go.
• Pre-approval. Many insurers require prior approval for operations and some imaging. Ask the clinic and your insurer what paperwork is needed and how long approval usually takes.
• Hospital costs. If surgery is planned, ask for a written estimate that separates the surgeon's fee, anaesthesia and the hospital stay, and ask which parts your insurance covers.
• Booking. Confirm the date, time and surgeon, and ask whether you should arrive early or bring tests already done.

Getting there

The clinics listed here are in Aqaba city, mostly in the central downtown area. Residents of Al-Quwaira, Wadi Rum, Al-Disah and Wadi Araba should allow for travel time to the city. They should also try to group tests and consultations on the same day where possible. If you are travelling a long distance for a consultation, ask the clinic whether you can send previous reports in advance.

The hospitals serving the governorate include Prince Hashim bin Abdullah II Military Hospital, Aqaba Modern Hospital, the Islamic Hospital and Aqaba University Hospital. Ask your surgeon which hospital any planned procedure would take place in, and confirm it is covered by your insurance. In an emergency, go to the nearest hospital emergency department or call 911 rather than travelling to a clinic.

Aqaba's summer heat can be intense. If you are recovering from surgery or feeling unwell, plan midday journeys carefully, carry water, and arrange for someone to drive you after any procedure involving sedation or anaesthesia.

Checklist before you book

• Check that the clinic's published services match your problem, and ask whether the surgeon performs the specific procedure you may need
• Confirm the surgeon will be attending on your appointment day
• Compare the clinic's hours with your work and travel schedule
• Ask the consultation fee and whether follow-up visits cost extra
• Confirm the clinic accepts your insurer, and ask about pre-approval for tests or surgery
• Ask which hospital any operation would take place in
• Gather your ID, insurance card, medicine list, previous reports and scan images
• Write down your symptoms and questions in advance
• Know the urgent warning signs, and call 911 if they appear