Top 4 Orthopedic Doctors in Aqaba 2026

When do you need an orthopedic doctor?

Orthopedics covers the diagnosis and treatment of injuries and diseases of the bones, joints and spine. This includes fractures, osteoarthritis (wear of the joint cartilage, often felt in the knees or spine), and torn ligaments or cartilage. Across the specialty, common treatments include:

• splints, casts and fracture care
• joint injections with corticosteroids or platelet-rich plasma
• knee and shoulder arthroscopy
• hip and knee replacement
• treatment for a slipped (herniated) disc
• treatment for compressed nerves

These are examples from the specialty as a whole. Each clinic's own published services are shown in its profile above. Ask the clinic directly which treatments it offers and where they are carried out.

Consider booking an orthopedic visit if you have:

• joint pain that lasts for weeks or keeps coming back
• a suspected fracture or a bad bruise after a fall, once urgent problems have been ruled out
• stiffness, grinding or swelling in a knee, or ongoing back or neck pain
• difficulty walking, climbing stairs, lifting your arm or gripping
• a knee that gives way, locks or swells after a twist, which can point to a ligament or cartilage injury
• numbness, tingling or weakness spreading down an arm or leg

Life in Aqaba can be physically active, with swimming, diving, hiking and desert trips in Wadi Rum, as well as physically demanding jobs. Sprained ankles, knee twists and shoulder strains are common reasons people look for an orthopedic opinion. Many mild sprains improve with rest and gradual return to activity. Pain that is not improving, or a joint that feels unstable, deserves assessment.

Warning signs that need urgent care

Call 911, Jordan's emergency number, or go to the nearest emergency department if you have any of the following:

• a bone visibly out of place, or bone breaking through the skin
• a limb that is cold, pale, numb or cannot be moved after an injury
• inability to put any weight on a leg after a fall or accident
• a serious accident, or any injury involving the head, neck or back
• back pain with numbness around the groin or buttocks, or new loss of bladder or bowel control
• a hot, red, swollen joint together with fever
• severe pain after a fall in an older person, especially in the hip

Do not wait for a clinic appointment in these situations.

How to choose among the doctors here

People looking for the best orthopedic doctors in Aqaba often get the most from comparing the practical details below. The order on this page reflects how complete each profile is, not clinical quality.

• Match your concern to the listed focus. Dr. Rami Al Daoud lists joint replacement and arthroscopy and sports injuries, with hip and knee surgery among his practice areas. Dr. Yaman Ali Awaisheh lists joint replacement and sports medicine. Dr. Abdel Jaber Affouneh publishes fracture and injury follow-up services. Dr. Abdullah Ahmad Alhaj Hasan Athamneh publishes joint and limb pain assessment and musculoskeletal injury follow-up.
• Fit the hours to your week. Two clinics see patients in the evening (Dr. Affouneh and Dr. Awaisheh). One opens in the morning and early afternoon (Dr. Athamneh). One keeps a longer daytime window (Dr. Al Daoud). Only Dr. Affouneh and Dr. Athamneh list Thursday hours.
• Check insurance early. Dr. Affouneh's profile lists 12 insurers. Whichever clinic you choose, confirm with both the clinic and your insurer that your specific plan is accepted.
• Ask where procedures happen. If you might need an injection, an arthroscopy or surgery, ask whether it is done at the clinic or in a hospital, and which one. This affects cost, approvals and travel.
• Value clear communication. A good consultation explains the likely cause, the options (including non-surgical ones) and what to expect. For any recommendation of major surgery, getting a second opinion is reasonable and common.

What to expect at the first visit

A first orthopedic consultation usually starts with questions about your symptoms, any injury, your work and activities, and your medical history. The doctor will then examine the affected joint or your spine, checking movement, strength, stability and nerve function. Depending on the findings, the doctor may request an X-ray, an ultrasound or an MRI, or suggest physiotherapy. Simple measures such as activity changes may also be recommended before anything more invasive.

To get the most from the visit, bring:

• your national ID or passport, and your insurance card
• any previous X-rays, MRI scans or CDs, with their written reports
• a list of your current medicines, including supplements and blood thinners
• notes on when the pain started, what makes it better or worse, and what you have already tried
• loose clothing that lets the doctor examine the knee, shoulder or back easily

Useful questions to ask:

• What is the most likely cause of my symptoms?
• Do I need imaging, and will my insurance cover it?
• What can I do at home, and what should I avoid?
• What non-surgical options exist, and when would surgery be considered?
• What signs mean I should come back sooner or seek urgent care?

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

When you contact a clinic, ask:

• The consultation fee, and whether imaging, injections, splints or follow-up visits are charged separately.
• Whether your insurance plan is accepted. Give the insurer name and the plan or network, since cover can differ between plans from the same company.
• Whether you need a referral or prior approval. Some insurers ask for this before specialist visits, imaging or procedures.
• How follow-ups are booked, especially for fracture checks, where timing matters.
• What to bring, and whether you should arrive early to complete paperwork.

Visitors to Aqaba should check whether their travel insurance covers outpatient orthopedic care, and keep receipts and reports for any claim.

Getting there

All four clinics are listed in Downtown Aqaba, in Aqaba city. The street details in each profile above will help you find them. Residents of Al-Quwaira, Wadi Rum, Al-Disah and Wadi Araba will usually travel into the city for an appointment. Plan around each clinic's hours, as two of them open only in the evening.

If a clinic asks you to confirm its address before visiting, do so on the day. Allow extra time if you need to park or have limited mobility, and bring someone with you if walking is painful.

Hospitals in the governorate include Prince Hashim bin Abdullah II Military Hospital, Aqaba Modern Hospital, the Islamic Hospital and Aqaba University Hospital. If a doctor recommends a procedure, ask which hospital it would take place in so you can plan travel and insurance approval. For emergencies, call 911.

Checklist before you book

• Rule out urgent warning signs first; if any apply, call 911.
• Choose a clinic whose published services and listed focus match your problem.
• Check that its confirmed hours fit your schedule.
• Confirm the exact address on the day of your visit.
• Ask about the consultation fee and any extra charges.
• Confirm your insurance plan, and whether a referral or approval is needed.
• Gather previous scans, reports and your medication list.
• Write down your symptoms and your questions.
• Ask where any procedure would be done before agreeing to it.