Top 4 Oncologists in Irbid 2026

When do you need an oncologist?

Oncology deals with diagnosing and treating cancers of all types. Oncologists plan treatment that may include chemotherapy, immunotherapy or targeted therapy, and they follow patients after treatment ends. Many people reach an oncologist through a referral from a GP, surgeon or internist after a scan, blood test or biopsy raises concern.

The four profiles on this page cover three areas within oncology:

• Hematologic oncology focuses on cancers of the blood, bone marrow and lymph nodes, such as leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma, as well as solid tumours.
• Pediatric hematology and oncology covers children with blood disorders or cancer.
• Radiation oncology covers planning and supervising radiotherapy, often alongside surgery or drug treatment.

Common reasons to book

• A new diagnosis of a tumour, or a biopsy or scan that suggests one
• A lump or swelling that has no clear explanation and does not go away
• Weight loss you cannot explain
• A strong family history of cancer, to discuss assessment and screening
• Scheduled follow-up after cancer treatment has finished

Persistent symptoms on their own do not mean cancer. Mainstream guidance, including the NHS, advises seeing a doctor promptly so the cause can be checked. Your family doctor can then arrange tests and refer you if needed.

Warning signs that need urgent care

Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department if you or someone receiving cancer treatment has any of the following:

• Fever, shivering or feeling suddenly very unwell during or after chemotherapy. Infection can become serious quickly when immunity is low.
• Difficulty breathing, chest pain, or coughing up blood
• Heavy or uncontrolled bleeding
• New back pain with leg weakness, numbness, or loss of bladder or bowel control
• Confusion, a severe headache, a seizure or sudden weakness on one side
• Repeated vomiting or being unable to keep fluids down

How to choose among the doctors here

All four doctors see patients at the same place, the King Abdullah University Hospital Specialty Outpatients in Ramtha. The choice therefore depends mainly on subspecialty and on who the patient is. Location is not a deciding factor.

• Match the subspecialty to the referral. For a blood cancer or a general oncology opinion in an adult, look at Dr. Mahmoud Husni Hajyousef or Dr. Osama Mohammed Al-Shari. If your treating team has raised radiotherapy, Dr. Laith Muawia Samhouri lists radiation oncology consultations.
• Children need a pediatric specialist. For a child, Dr. Mahmoud Yasin Al Sheyyab lists pediatric hematology and oncology.
• Follow your referral letter. Many cancer referrals name a specialty or a doctor. Bring the letter, because the hospital appointment office may need it to direct you to the right clinic.
• Think about coordination. Cancer care often involves more than one specialist. When treatment has several parts, ask whether appointments can be arranged close together to reduce travel.
• Second opinions are reasonable. It is normal to ask another specialist to review a diagnosis or plan. Bring complete copies of your reports so the second doctor sees the full picture.

Searching for the best oncologists in Irbid usually means finding the right specialist for a specific diagnosis. No single ranking measures who is "best" for that. The order on this page reflects profile completeness only.

What to expect at the first visit

A first oncology appointment is mostly about understanding your situation. The doctor reviews your history and records, examines you and explains the next steps. That may mean more tests before any treatment is decided.

What to bring

• Pathology or biopsy reports, and the slides if you have been asked for them
• Imaging reports, plus the images on disc or another digital copy
• Recent blood test results
• Discharge summaries and letters from other doctors
• A full medication list, including vitamins, herbal remedies and supplements, plus any allergies
• A short written summary of your symptoms, when they started, and any treatment so far
• Your family's history of cancer, if you know it
• Your national ID or passport, and your insurance card

Questions worth asking

• What type of cancer is it, and has the stage been determined?
• What is the goal of treatment, and what are the options?
• What side effects should I expect, and how are they managed?
• How long might treatment last, and how often will I need to come in?
• Whom should I contact if I develop a fever or new symptoms between visits?
• Could treatment affect fertility, work or daily life, and what support is available?

Bring a relative or friend if you can. A second listener helps, and it is fine to take notes.

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

Cancer care often involves repeated visits, tests and treatment sessions. It is worth asking these questions early, before the first appointment:

• Do I need a referral letter, and from whom?
• Is my insurance or coverage scheme accepted at this outpatient clinic?
• What is the consultation fee?
• Will tests, scans or treatment need separate approval from my insurer?
• How long is the current wait for this specialist?
• If I need to cancel or change the appointment, how do I do it?

Two of the profiles give booking advice. Dr. Al-Shari's profile suggests contacting the hospital appointment office and asking for the doctor by name. Others advise confirming the appointment time and clinic location beforehand.

Getting there

The King Abdullah University Hospital Specialty Outpatients sit in the Ramtha district of Irbid Governorate. That is the address all four profiles list. Patients come from across the governorate, including Irbid city, Al-Husn, Kufr Yuba, Al-Koura, Bani Kinanah and Al-Mazar Al-Shamali, as well as other northern governorates.

• Plan your route and allow extra time, especially for early appointments.
• Some treatments or tests can leave you tired. Arrange for someone else to drive you home when possible.
• If treatment means frequent visits, ask the clinic how sessions are usually scheduled so you can plan transport.
• Confirm the exact outpatient clinic within the hospital when you book. This saves time on arrival.

In an emergency, do not travel to an outpatient clinic. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Hospitals in the governorate include King Abdullah University Hospital, Prince Rashid bin Al-Hassan Military Hospital, Princess Basma Teaching Hospital and Irbid Specialty Hospital.

Checklist before you book

• Confirm which subspecialty you need: hematologic oncology, pediatric hematology and oncology, or radiation oncology
• Check whether you need a referral letter, and have it ready
• Ask the hospital appointment office about the fee, insurance acceptance and approvals
• Gather pathology, imaging and blood test reports, plus digital copies of scans
• Write a list of your medications, supplements and allergies
• Prepare a short summary of your symptoms and previous treatment
• Write down your questions for the doctor
• Arrange transport and a companion for the visit
• Know the warning signs that mean calling 911 instead of waiting for an appointment