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Top 10 Medical Oncology & Chemotherapy Specialists in Amman 2026

If you searched for the best medical oncology & chemotherapy specialists in Amman, this page lists 10 of the 22 consultant oncologists and haematologist-oncologists on ClinicsJo for the capital. They are ordered by how complete and checkable their published profiles are, not by treatment quality. You can compare their training, services, clinic locations and confirmed hours, then use the guide below to prepare questions before you book.

10 of 29 doctors on ClinicsJoUpdated 18 October 2026How we chose

At a glance

#DoctorAreaSuitsProfile score
1Ghadeer AbdeenJabal AmmanFirst assessment of worrying results, blood disorders, Arab Orient members43/100
2Taher Abu HejlehShmeisaniSecond opinions, lung cancer, treatment planning, remote consultations in Shmeisani40/100
3Salah AbbasiJabal AmmanBlood cancers, anemia or platelet problems, longer weekday hours40/100
4Alaa AddasiAbdaliLymphoma care, chemotherapy follow-up and survivorship visits in Abdali40/100
5Areej Abu SheikhaJubaihaMedical Oncology & Chemotherapy31/100
6Baha' SharafJubaihaMedical Oncology & Chemotherapy31/100
7Husam Abu JazarJubaihaMedical Oncology & Chemotherapy31/100
8Dina BraikJubaihaMedical Oncology & Chemotherapy31/100
9Rawan MustafaJubaihaMedical Oncology & Chemotherapy31/100
10Rula AmarinJubaihaMedical Oncology & Chemotherapy31/100
  1. 1Ghadeer Abdeen

    Dr. Ghadeer Abdeen is a consultant hematologist and oncologist holding the Jordanian Board in Hematology and Oncology from the Jordan Medical Council. Her clinic is in Jabal Amman, and her biography places her practice at Al Yasmeen Medical Complex on Ibn Khaldoun Street. Her published services include initial oncology assessment, hematology and oncology consultation, cancer patient follow-up, blood disorder assessment, investigation review, cancer screening and early cancer detection counselling. Arab Orient Insurance is listed among accepted insurers. Confirmed hours are Saturday to Wednesday 09:30–17:00 and Thursday 09:30–13:30, which gives working patients six days to choose from.

    Suits: First assessment of worrying results, blood disorders, Arab Orient members

  2. 2Taher Abu Hejleh

    Dr. Taher Abu Hejleh is a consultant haematologist and medical oncologist. He graduated from Jordan University of Science and Technology and holds a master's degree in clinical research from the University of Iowa. He also holds American Board qualifications in internal medicine, haematology and medical oncology and the Jordanian Board in Hematology and Oncology. His biography mentions thoracic oncology leadership in Iowa and clinical, educational and research roles at King Hussein Cancer Center. His services include second opinions, cancer staging, pathology and imaging review, lung cancer care, review of molecular test results, chemotherapy and immunotherapy planning, supportive care and remote consultations. His Shmeisani clinic is open Saturday to Wednesday, 10:00–16:00.

    Suits: Second opinions, lung cancer, treatment planning, remote consultations in Shmeisani

  3. 3Salah Abbasi

    Dr. Salah Abbasi is a consultant hematologist and medical oncologist at Al Khalidi Medical Plaza in Jabal Amman. He earned his medical degree from Jordan University of Science and Technology in 1996. He trained in internal medicine at the University of Iowa, completed a hematology/oncology fellowship at Georgetown/Lombardi Cancer Center and holds American hematology and medical oncology board credentials. His biography notes previous clinical, academic and section-leadership work at King Hussein Cancer Center and teaching at the University of Jordan. His services include tumour assessment and diagnostic review, anemia and platelet disorder assessment, leukemia and lymphoma follow-up, and treatment response and complication follow-up. His hours are Saturday to Wednesday 09:00–18:00 and Thursday 09:00–13:30.

    Suits: Blood cancers, anemia or platelet problems, longer weekday hours

  4. 4Alaa Addasi

    Dr. Alaa Addasi practises medical oncology and haematology, with a particular focus on lymphoma and care after cancer treatment. He graduated in medicine and surgery from the University of Jordan and trained in internal medicine at the University of Illinois at Chicago. He then completed a haematology and oncology fellowship at the University of Minnesota. His biography states that he previously directed the lymphoma programme at King Hussein Cancer Center before moving his clinics to Abdali Hospital. His services include lymphoma assessment, treatment and follow-up, chemotherapy planning and follow-up, immunotherapy assessment, follow-up of biological treatment and survivorship care. Abdali Hospital Outpatient Clinics are open Saturday to Thursday, 10:00–17:00.

    Suits: Lymphoma care, chemotherapy follow-up and survivorship visits in Abdali

  5. 5Areej Abu Sheikha

    Areej Abu Sheikha serves at King Hussein Cancer Center as consultant Medical Oncologist. Professional qualifications include: Jordanian Board of Internal Medicine; Jordanian Board of Medical Oncology; European Board of Medical Oncology. Education and training include: M.B / B.S in Medicine and General Surgery, Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST), Jordan; M.Sc. in Internal Medicine, University of Jordan.

    Suits: Medical Oncology & Chemotherapy

  6. 6Baha' Sharaf

    Baha' Sharaf serves at King Hussein Cancer Center as consultant Medical Oncologist. Professional qualifications include: Jordanian Board of internal medicine JMC; Jordanian Board of medical oncology JMC. Education and training include: Thamar University, Yemen; Internal medicine residency.

    Suits: Medical Oncology & Chemotherapy

  7. 7Husam Abu Jazar

    Husam Abu Jazar serves at King Hussein Cancer Center as consultant Medical Oncologist. Professional qualifications include: Jordanian Board of Medical Oncology; Jordanian Board of Internal Medicine. Education and training include: 2007-2010 Medical Oncology Fellowship, King Hussein Cancer Center (KHCC), Jordan; 2009 Malignant Hematology Fellowship, Moffitt Cancer Center, University of South Florida, USA.

    Suits: Medical Oncology & Chemotherapy

  8. 8Dina Braik

    Dina Braik serves at King Hussein Cancer Center as consultant Medical Oncologist. Professional qualifications include: Jordanian Board in Medical Oncology; Jordanian Board in Internal Medicine. Education and training include: Higher Specialization in Internal Medicine; Residency in Internal Medicine, at Jordan University Hospital.

    Suits: Medical Oncology & Chemotherapy

  9. 9Rawan Mustafa

    Rawan Mustafa serves at King Hussein Cancer Center as consultant Medical Oncology. Professional qualifications include: 2022: Jordanian Board of Medical Oncology; 2018: Jordanian Board of Internal Medicine. Education and training include: 2022: Medical Oncology Fellowship, King Hussein Cancer Center (KHCC), Jordan; 2018: Internal Medicine Residency, Jordan University Hospital, Jordan.

    Suits: Medical Oncology & Chemotherapy

  10. 10Rula Amarin

    Rula Amarin serves at King Hussein Cancer Center as consultant Oncologist. Professional qualifications include: Jordanian Board in Internal Medicine; Jordanian Board in Medical Oncology. Education and training include: M.B.B.S; Higher Specialization in Internal Medicine.

    Suits: Medical Oncology & Chemotherapy

This shortlist covers 10 of the 29 matching doctors on ClinicsJo. Browse the full list and filter it.

How we chose this list

Every matching doctor profile in this area 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.

  • 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 this specialty or procedure?

Medical oncology is the branch of medicine that treats cancer with medicines. These include chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy and hormone therapy, alongside supportive care for side effects. Many of the doctors on this page are also haematologists, so they assess blood disorders such as anaemia, platelet problems, leukaemia and lymphoma. Surgery and radiotherapy are delivered by other specialists. The medical oncologist usually plans the drug treatment and works with those teams.

Most people reach a medical oncologist after another doctor finds something that needs investigation. Common routes are an abnormal scan, a biopsy result, unexplained blood test changes or a confirmed cancer diagnosis. Mainstream guidance, including the NHS, advises seeing a doctor promptly about:

  • A new lump or swelling that does not go away
  • Unexplained weight loss or persistent tiredness
  • A cough or hoarseness lasting more than three weeks, or coughing up blood
  • Blood in urine or stool, or a lasting change in bowel habits
  • Unusual bleeding or bruising, drenching night sweats or repeated fevers
  • Difficulty swallowing or persistent indigestion

These symptoms often have causes other than cancer. A GP or internal medicine doctor can usually start the tests. A haematology or oncology consultation is also appropriate for a second opinion on a diagnosis or treatment plan, or for follow-up after treatment ends.

Urgent warning signs

If you are receiving chemotherapy or immunotherapy, some symptoms need same-day care. Do not wait for your next appointment if you have:

  • A temperature of 38°C or higher, or shivering
  • Difficulty breathing, chest pain or a fast heartbeat
  • Bleeding that will not stop
  • Vomiting or diarrhoea that stops you keeping fluids down
  • Sudden confusion, severe headache or weakness on one side

Contact your treating team's emergency line straight away, and call 911 in Jordan if symptoms are severe.

How to choose among the doctors here

People searching for the best medical oncology & chemotherapy specialists in Amman usually need a good match for their own situation, not a ranking. Use these criteria:

  • Focus area. Some profiles describe specific interests. Lung and head and neck cancers, molecular testing and second opinions appear on one profile. Lymphoma and survivorship appear on another. Anaemia, platelet disorders and leukaemia follow-up appear on a third. Match the published services to your diagnosis.
  • Clinic or hospital setting. Six of the ten doctors work at King Hussein Cancer Center. The others see patients at private clinics or hospital outpatient clinics. Ask where chemotherapy itself would be given, because a consultation clinic and an infusion unit are not always in the same place.
  • Continuity. Treatment often runs for months with frequent visits. Choose a doctor you can realistically keep seeing, and ask who covers when your doctor is away.
  • Second opinions. If you already have a plan from another doctor, a second opinion is common and reasonable. Bring the full records so the review is meaningful.
  • Practicalities. Compare confirmed hours, distance from home and accepted insurers on each profile.

What to expect at the first visit

The first appointment is usually longer than a routine consultation. The doctor will take a detailed history, review your existing results, examine you and explain what further tests may be needed. Treatment is often not decided on day one. Staging scans, extra pathology work or a team discussion may come first.

What to bring

  • Pathology and biopsy reports, including any molecular or genetic test results
  • Imaging reports and the discs or digital images themselves
  • Recent blood tests
  • A list of all your medicines, supplements and allergies
  • A summary of any previous cancer treatment, with dates
  • Your national ID or passport and insurance card

Questions worth asking

  • What type of cancer or blood disorder is this, and what stage is it?
  • What is the goal of treatment: cure, control or symptom relief?
  • What are my options, and what does each involve?
  • Which side effects should I expect, and what should I do if they happen?
  • How often will I need to come in, and for how long?
  • Who do I contact outside clinic hours?

Bring a family member or friend to take notes if you can. Important conversations are easier to remember when someone else hears them too.

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

Cancer care involves more than the consultation: laboratory tests, scans, pathology reviews, medicines and infusion sessions. Before you book, ask the clinic or your insurer:

  • Is my insurance accepted for this doctor and at this location?
  • What is the consultation fee, and is a follow-up visit charged differently?
  • Do chemotherapy, immunotherapy or targeted drugs need prior approval, and how long does approval take?
  • Are tests and scans done on site, or will I be sent elsewhere?
  • Is a referral letter required to register as a new patient?
  • For remote consultations, where offered, how are records shared and how is payment handled?

One profile on this page lists Arab Orient Insurance. For the others, confirm insurance directly. Get approval details in writing where possible.

Getting there

Amman is home to around 5 million residents and the kingdom's largest concentration of hospitals. That also means busy roads at peak times. King Hussein Cancer Center is in Jubeiha, and six of the doctors listed here work there. One clinic is in Shmeisani, and the remaining addresses are shown on each profile.

  • Allow extra time for traffic and parking, especially on weekday mornings.
  • On treatment days you may feel tired or unwell afterwards, so arrange for someone else to drive you home.
  • Some clinics close early on Thursday, so check confirmed hours before planning a late appointment.
  • If you are visiting from outside Jordan, plan accommodation near the clinic for treatment cycles that need repeated visits.

Checklist before you book

  • Match the doctor's published services to your diagnosis or question
  • Confirm the clinic location and where any treatment would be given
  • Check confirmed hours, including Thursday
  • Ask whether your insurance is accepted and what needs prior approval
  • Ask about the consultation fee and any referral requirement
  • Gather pathology, imaging, blood results and your medicine list
  • Write down your questions and bring someone with you
  • Save your treating team's after-hours contact details, and remember 911 for emergencies

Frequently asked questions

How was this list of oncologists in Amman chosen?
The ten doctors are drawn from 22 oncology profiles on ClinicsJo for Amman. They are ordered by a published 100-point score of profile completeness. The score covers verification, reviews, published experience, qualifications, biography, photo, services, insurers, confirmed hours, fee and map location. Featured profiles appear first with a badge. The order does not measure treatment quality or outcomes.
What is the difference between a medical oncologist and other cancer specialists?
A medical oncologist treats cancer with medicines such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy and hormone therapy. A surgical oncologist removes tumours, and a radiation oncologist delivers radiotherapy. Haematologist-oncologists also manage blood disorders and blood cancers. Many patients see more than one of these specialists, and their plan is often agreed by a team.
Do I need a referral to see an oncologist in Amman?
It depends on the clinic and your insurance. Some private clinics accept direct bookings. Hospital-based services and many insurers may ask for a referral letter or prior approval, particularly for treatment. Ask the clinic and your insurer before booking, and bring any letters and reports from the doctor who ordered your tests.
Can I get a second opinion on a cancer diagnosis or treatment plan?
Yes. Second opinions are common in cancer care and are generally encouraged when decisions are complex. On this page, Dr. Taher Abu Hejleh lists second medical opinions and pathology and imaging review among his services. Bring the original biopsy report, scans on disc, blood results and the proposed plan so the review can be thorough.
When should someone on chemotherapy go to emergency?
Seek urgent care for a temperature of 38°C or higher, shivering, breathing difficulty, chest pain, bleeding that will not stop, or vomiting or diarrhoea that stops you keeping fluids down. Sudden confusion or weakness also needs urgent care. Infections can become serious quickly during treatment. Contact your treating team immediately, and call 911 in Jordan if symptoms are severe.
Should I see a haematologist-oncologist for anaemia or abnormal blood counts?
Many cases of anaemia are first investigated by a GP or internal medicine doctor. A haematology review is often advised when the cause is unclear, when several blood counts are abnormal, or when results do not improve. Several doctors here list blood disorder assessment. Dr. Salah Abbasi lists anaemia and platelet disorder assessment.
What should I bring to my first oncology appointment?
Bring pathology and biopsy reports, any molecular test results, imaging reports with the image discs, and recent blood tests. Also bring a full list of your medicines and supplements and a summary of any previous treatment. Bring your ID and insurance card too. A written list of questions and a companion to take notes make the visit more useful.

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.