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Top 10 Orthopedic Surgery Specialists in Jordan 2026

Looking for the best orthopedic surgery specialists in Jordan? This page lists 10 orthopedic doctors chosen from 45 profiles on ClinicsJo. They are ordered by how complete and checkable their published information is, not by treatment quality. For each one you can compare qualifications, services such as arthroscopy, fracture care and joint replacement, the clinic district, confirmed hours and listed insurers, then use our guidance to prepare your visit.

10 of 51 doctors on ClinicsJoUpdated 18 October 2026How we choseClinicsJo editorial team · Sources

At a glance

#DoctorAreaRatingExperienceConsultationHoursInsuranceSuitsProfile score
1Mohammed Omar TabazaJabal Amman——30 JOD6 days · 10:00–17:00AcceptedHip or knee replacement questions; Arabic, English or Italian speakers47/100
2Saher Al-DabbaJabal Amman———6 days · 09:00–18:00AcceptedChildren's hip or clubfoot care, complex fractures and sports injuries47/100
3Abdallah Masadeh7th Circle———7 days · 08:00–19:00AcceptedSaturday appointments for sports, ligament or meniscus injuries47/100
4Asaad AhmadTla' Al Ali———4 days · 09:00–17:00AcceptedShoulder problems, rotator cuff tears and sports-related knee injuries45/100
5Ziad S. DahabrehJabal Amman———5 days · 09:30–17:00AcceptedKnee ligament, kneecap instability or hip and knee replacement questions45/100
6Ahmad Najeh AmerShmeisani——25 JOD6 days · 10:00–17:00AcceptedChildren's bone problems, bunions, flatfoot and spinal assessment45/100
7Ahmad Mohammad Abu MahfouthAl Wehdat———6 days · 11:00–16:30AcceptedFractures, knee problems and back pain in Al Wehdat, six days weekly45/100
8Mohammad Jamal Al-HumaidiWadi Saqra——30 JOD6 days · 10:00–18:00AcceptedKnee arthritis, joint injections and ongoing follow-up in Wadi Saqra45/100
9Malik Abu Al-NadiArjan—20 yrs20 JOD6 days · 08:00–16:00AcceptedDiabetic foot wounds, foot and ankle pain, orthotic assessment45/100
10Raed Ibrahim Al-OdatArjan———6 days · 08:00–16:00AcceptedJoint replacement or fracture surgery assessment, early-morning appointments44/100

From each profile as published today: approved reviews only, consultation fees only where the profile states them, confirmed weekly hours (the most common shift). «—» means the profile does not publish it.

  1. 1Mohammed Omar Tabaza

    Dr. Mohammed Omar Tabaza's record lists joint replacement, arthroscopy and sports injuries, hand and upper limb surgery, and trauma and fracture surgery. Qualifications include medical studies at Al-Mustansiriya University in Baghdad, the Jordanian Board and European Board in Orthopedics and Traumatology, and an orthopedic residency at Jordan Hospital. Joint-replacement fellowships are listed in Exeter, England, and at the Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute, University of Bologna. Published services include hip and knee replacement, knee arthroscopy, surgical and nonsurgical fracture treatment, ligament and meniscal tear treatment, shoulder dislocation treatment and joint injections. Languages listed are Arabic, English and Italian. The clinic is at Jordan Hospital and Medical Centre Outpatient Clinics in Jabal Amman. It is open Saturday to Thursday, 10:00–17:00, and 12 insurers are listed.

    Suits: Hip or knee replacement questions; Arabic, English or Italian speakers

  2. 2Saher Al-Dabba

    Dr. Saher Al-Dabba is a consultant orthopaedic surgeon. He graduated in medicine from Misr University for Science and Technology in 2005 and obtained the Jordanian Board in orthopaedic surgery from the Jordan Medical Council in 2015. His biography mentions previous work at Al Bashir Hospital and Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare, plus advanced courses in fracture surgery and joint arthroscopy. Listed services are broad: complex and compound fracture care, knee and shoulder arthroscopy, cruciate ligament reconstruction, and knee and hip replacement. They also cover childhood hip dysplasia, clubfoot, carpal tunnel, and foot and ankle surgery. He sees patients at Al Khalidi Medical Plaza in Jabal Amman, Saturday to Wednesday 09:00–18:00 and Thursday until 13:30. Twelve insurers are listed.

    Suits: Children's hip or clubfoot care, complex fractures and sports injuries

  3. 3Abdallah Masadeh

    Dr. Abdallah Masadeh is a Jordan University of Science and Technology graduate. He holds the Jordanian Board in orthopedics and an orthopedics fellowship listed with the Jordanian Ministry of Health. His published services centre on sports injuries, knee cruciate ligament and meniscal injuries, knee and shoulder arthroscopy, and knee and hip replacement. They also include fracture assessment and surgery, traumatic wound care and carpal tunnel syndrome. He is listed at JoSante Healthcare Center — Amman Branch at 7th Circle. Confirmed hours are Saturday only, 10:00–17:00, so confirm the appointment with the centre before visiting. The profile lists 12 insurers, including several NatHealth-administered plans, GlobeMed and MedNet.

    Suits: Saturday appointments for sports, ligament or meniscus injuries

  4. 4Asaad Ahmad

    Dr. Asaad Ahmad is a consultant orthopaedic, joint and sports injury surgeon. He holds the Jordanian Board in Orthopedic Surgery and a higher specialty in orthopedic surgery from the University of Jordan. His record lists a fellowship in shoulder and knee surgery and sports medicine at the German Joint Surgery and Sports Medicine Center in Hannover, and one in shoulder and elbow surgery at Neils Stensen Clinics in Germany. Services include shoulder and knee arthroscopy, rotator cuff repair, shoulder instability treatment, knee ligament reconstruction, knee realignment osteotomy and shoulder and knee replacement. Hand, wrist, foot and ankle care are also listed. His centre is in Tla' Al Ali, open Saturday, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 09:00–17:00. Arab Orient Insurance is listed.

    Suits: Shoulder problems, rotator cuff tears and sports-related knee injuries

  5. 5Ziad S. Dahabreh

    Dr. Ziad S. Dahabreh is a consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon. His record lists a medical degree from the University of Jordan, an MSc in Orthopaedic Engineering from Cardiff University, FRCS (Tr & Orth), the UK Certificate of Completion of Training and the Jordanian Board. Knee fellowship training is listed at Sydney Orthopaedic Research Institute and Royal North Shore Hospital. His biography says he worked as a UK consultant before moving his practice to Jordan in 2015. Services focus on the knee and hip: arthroscopy, meniscus surgery, ACL and patellofemoral reconstruction, lower-limb realignment, total knee and hip replacement, and hip and long-bone fracture surgery. The clinic is in Jabal Amman, Sunday to Wednesday 09:30–17:00 and Thursday until 13:00.

    Suits: Knee ligament, kneecap instability or hip and knee replacement questions

  6. 6Ahmad Najeh Amer

    Dr. Ahmad Najeh Amer is a specialist in orthopedic, joint and spinal surgery in Shmeisani. He studied medicine at the University of Science and Technology in Sana'a, Yemen, and completed his orthopedic residency at Specialty Hospital in Amman. He holds the Arab board of orthopedic surgery and the Jordanian board of orthopedic and fracture surgery, with joint replacement and arthroscopy courses in Jordan, Germany and Turkey. The profile lists pediatric orthopedic care and surgery alongside joint replacement and spinal assessment and treatment. Other services are nerve and tendon release, carpal tunnel treatment, conservative and surgical fracture care, and bunion and flatfoot correction. Hours are Saturday to Wednesday 10:00–17:00 and Thursday 10:00–14:00. Arab Orient Insurance is listed.

    Suits: Children's bone problems, bunions, flatfoot and spinal assessment

  7. 7Ahmad Mohammad Abu Mahfouth

    Dr. Ahmad Mohammad Abu Mahfouth is an orthopedic and fracture surgery specialist. His medical studies and higher specialty training in orthopedic surgery are listed at the University of Jordan, together with the Jordanian board of orthopedic surgery. Published services include fracture treatment, pediatric bone deformity treatment, arthroscopy including elbow arthroscopy, sports injury care and anterior cruciate ligament repair. Knee and hip replacement, joint injections, and back pain and disc assessment and treatment are also listed. His biography notes that treatment is selected according to clinical findings. The clinic is in Al Wehdat, open Saturday to Thursday 11:00–16:30, and Arab Orient Insurance is listed.

    Suits: Fractures, knee problems and back pain in Al Wehdat, six days weekly

  8. 8Mohammad Jamal Al-Humaidi

    Dr. Mohammad Jamal Al-Humaidi practises orthopedics at his own clinic in Wadi Saqra. He studied medicine and surgery at Jordan University of Science and Technology, and his record lists a specialty in orthopedic and joint surgery. Published services lean towards outpatient care: orthopedic and joint consultation, arthroscopy, sports injury treatment, knee osteoarthritis treatment, and knee and shoulder injections. Back pain and disc assessment, fracture and injury treatment, and post-treatment follow-up are also listed. Confirmed hours are Saturday to Wednesday 10:00–18:00 and Thursday 10:00–14:00, which allows late-afternoon visits on most days. Arab Orient Insurance is listed.

    Suits: Knee arthritis, joint injections and ongoing follow-up in Wadi Saqra

  9. 9Malik Abu Al-Nadi

    Dr. Malik Abu Al-Nadi is an orthopaedic consultant with a focus on foot and ankle disorders. The record lists a medical degree from the Higher Medical Institute in Bulgaria and the Jordanian Board in Orthopaedic Surgery. The biography also mentions specialty training at Al Bashir and Zarqa hospitals. The service list is strongly foot-focused: diabetic foot wound care and debridement, casting and splinting, ankle and small-joint injections, and minor nail surgery under local anaesthesia. It also covers laser treatment for nail and skin conditions, orthotic assessment and foot deformity management, alongside fracture care and hip and knee replacement. The clinic is at Istiklal Hospital Outpatient Clinics in Arjan, Saturday to Thursday 08:00–16:00. Arab Orient Insurance is listed.

    Suits: Diabetic foot wounds, foot and ankle pain, orthotic assessment

  10. 10Raed Ibrahim Al-Odat

    Dr. Raed Ibrahim Al-Odat is a consultant in orthopaedic and fracture surgery and joint replacement. The record lists a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from the University of Jordan and a Fellowship in Joint Replacement Surgery at Rush University in Chicago, USA. Published services are focused: bone injury and fracture assessment, fracture surgery, joint replacement surgery and orthopedic consultation. According to the biography, assessment considers clinical findings and how the condition affects movement and daily activities. Appointments are at Istiklal Hospital Outpatient Clinics in Arjan, Saturday to Thursday 08:00–16:00, which suits early-morning visits. Arab Orient Insurance is listed.

    Suits: Joint replacement or fracture surgery assessment, early-morning appointments

This shortlist covers 10 of the 51 matching doctors on ClinicsJo. Browse the full list and filter it.

How we chose this list

Every matching doctor profile in this country 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 an orthopedic surgery specialist?

Orthopedic surgeons diagnose and treat injuries and diseases of the bones, joints and spine. This includes fractures, osteoarthritis (wear of the joint cartilage) and torn ligaments. Despite the title, much of their work is non-surgical: casting and splinting, injections, guided rehabilitation and monitoring over time. Services commonly offered in this specialty include:

  • Fracture care and casts
  • Cortisone or platelet-rich plasma joint injections
  • Knee and shoulder arthroscopy (keyhole surgery)
  • Hip and knee replacement
  • Treatment of disc herniation and compressed nerves

Consider booking a visit if you have:

  • Joint pain lasting more than a few weeks, or pain that wakes you at night
  • A suspected fracture, or a sprain or bruise that is not improving
  • Stiffness, grinding or swelling in the knee, or back and neck stiffness that may point to osteoarthritis
  • Difficulty walking, climbing stairs, raising your arm or gripping objects
  • A twisting injury followed by swelling, locking or the knee giving way, which can suggest a ligament or meniscus tear

Many people start with a family doctor or general practitioner. They can examine you, arrange an X-ray if needed and refer you on. Others book an orthopedic clinic directly.

Warning signs that need emergency care

Call 911 or go to an emergency department straight away for:

  • Bone visible through the skin, an obviously deformed limb, or being unable to bear weight after a fall or accident
  • A limb that turns cold, pale, blue or numb after an injury
  • A cast that becomes very tight with severe or increasing pain
  • Back pain with numbness around the genitals or buttocks, new difficulty controlling the bladder or bowels, or rapidly worsening leg weakness
  • A hot, red, swollen joint together with fever
  • After bone or joint surgery: calf pain and swelling, chest pain or sudden breathlessness
  • A possible neck or spine injury after a road accident or fall: keep the person still and wait for trained help

How to choose among the doctors here

Searching for the best orthopedic surgery specialists in Jordan usually comes down to finding the right fit for a specific problem. Orthopedics has many sub-areas, and the profiles on this page differ clearly in focus. Useful criteria:

  • Match the body area. Some profiles emphasise knee and hip work such as arthroscopy, ligament reconstruction and replacement. Others highlight shoulder surgery, foot and ankle care, children's orthopedics or spine assessment. Read each service list rather than relying on the general title.
  • Read the qualifications. Records list specialist boards (Jordanian, Arab, European, UK) and fellowships. A fellowship shows where a doctor sought extra training in an area. It does not guarantee a particular result.
  • Look for conservative options if you want them. If you hope to avoid surgery, check whether the services include injections, splinting, orthotics or arthritis care. Ask how the decision between non-surgical and surgical treatment is made.
  • Think about follow-up. Fractures and operations often need several review visits. Opening patterns vary: one profile here lists a single clinic day a week, while several list six days.
  • Children. For a child's hip, foot or bone deformity, choose a profile that lists pediatric orthopedic services.
  • Second opinions. For planned joint replacement or spine surgery, a second opinion is common and reasonable. A good surgeon will not object.

What to expect at the first visit

A first orthopedic consultation usually involves three things:

  • Questions about your problem: when it started, what makes it better or worse, and how it affects work, sleep and daily activity.
  • A physical examination: movement, strength, stability, nerve function and how you walk.
  • A review of imaging, or a request for it: X-rays are common, and MRI or other tests may be suggested depending on the findings.

You may leave with a diagnosis, a plan for further tests, or a trial of non-surgical treatment before surgery is discussed.

What to bring:

  • Any previous X-rays, MRI or CT scans (images and written reports), plus earlier operation notes
  • A list of your current medicines, including blood thinners and diabetes treatment, and any allergies
  • Your insurance card and identity document
  • Loose clothing that lets the doctor examine the painful joint easily
  • A short written timeline of your symptoms and any treatments you have already tried

Questions worth asking:

  • What is the likely cause of my pain, and what else could it be?
  • What are the non-surgical options, and how long should I try them?
  • If surgery is suggested, what are the risks, the recovery time and the rehabilitation plan?
  • When should I return, and which symptoms mean I should seek help sooner?

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

Each profile lists the insurers the clinic works with. Coverage still depends on your specific policy, so check before you go:

  • Is my plan accepted at this clinic, and is a referral or pre-approval needed for the consultation?
  • Are X-rays, injections or arthroscopy covered, and does surgery need separate approval?
  • What is the consultation fee, and what does it include? Ask whether a follow-up visit is charged separately.
  • For surgery, ask for a written estimate covering the surgeon, the hospital stay and any implants. Ask what your insurer will pay.

When booking, confirm the exact day and time with the clinic, especially if the doctor attends on limited days. If the clinic is inside a larger medical building, ask for the floor and room number.

Getting there

This is a list covering Jordan, and each profile shows its own city, district, clinic name and confirmed hours. Use those details to pick a clinic you can reach easily, especially if follow-up visits are likely. A few practical points:

  • With a leg, hip or back problem, ask whether the building has lifts and nearby parking or drop-off. Bring a companion if walking is painful.
  • Arrive 15 minutes early to complete registration and insurance paperwork.
  • If you are visiting Jordan, bring your passport and travel insurance documents. Ask the clinic in advance whether your insurer is accepted directly or whether you will pay and claim back.
  • Do not drive yourself if you have a suspected fracture, severe pain or a limb in a cast.

Checklist before you book

  • I know which joint or body area needs attention and have matched it to a profile's listed services
  • I have checked the clinic's district and confirmed opening hours
  • I have asked whether my insurance is accepted and whether pre-approval is needed
  • I have asked the clinic for the consultation fee
  • I have gathered previous scans, reports and a list of my medicines
  • I have written down my symptoms and questions
  • I know the warning signs that need emergency care, and that the emergency number in Jordan is 911
  • For planned surgery, I have considered a second opinion

How much do Orthopedic Surgery doctors in Jordan charge for a consultation?

Consultation fees of Orthopedic Surgery doctors in Jordan published on ClinicsJo: 20–34 JOD (profiles: 13), median 25 JOD. They are the fees the doctors' profiles show, for the consultation only; tests and procedures depend on your case.

What clinics and doctors have published on ClinicsJo

Other doctor profiles with a published fee: 8.

What sets the price with Orthopedic Surgery doctors?

  • Surgeon and anaesthetist fees
  • The hospital, room type and length of stay
  • The technique used (keyhole, laser or open surgery)
  • Pre-operative tests and medical supplies
  • Follow-up visits after the operation

How to ask about the price

Before booking, ask the clinic for the all-inclusive price and what it covers, any extra tests or scans, how many follow-up visits are included, the payment options, and whether your insurance is accepted. You can reach them through the contact details on the profiles on this page.

The figures above are the ones the profiles on ClinicsJo show and may change. We do not estimate prices. Confirm the price with the clinic before booking. Offers on ClinicsJo

Frequently asked questions

How was this list of orthopedic surgery specialists chosen?
The ten doctors come from 45 orthopedic profiles on ClinicsJo. They are ordered by a 100-point score of how complete and checkable each profile is. The score covers platform verification, reviews, experience, qualifications, biography, photo, services, insurers, hours, fee and map location. Featured profiles appear first with a badge. The order does not measure treatment quality or outcomes.
Do I need a referral to see an orthopedic doctor in Jordan?
Many clinics accept direct bookings, but some insurance plans require a referral or pre-approval before they cover a specialist visit, imaging or procedures. Check with your insurer and the clinic before your appointment. A family doctor can also be a useful first step: they can examine you, arrange an X-ray and refer you to an appropriate specialist.
When is knee or shoulder pain an emergency?
Call 911 or go to an emergency department if a joint is obviously deformed after an injury, or you cannot bear weight. The same applies if the limb turns cold, pale or numb, or if a joint is hot, red and swollen with fever. Most other joint pain can be assessed at a planned clinic appointment, ideally soon after symptoms begin.
Does seeing an orthopedic surgeon mean I will need an operation?
Not necessarily. Many bone and joint problems are managed without surgery, for example with splinting, physiotherapy, activity changes, medicines or injections. Surgery is usually discussed when other options have not helped or the injury clearly requires it. Ask the doctor to explain both non-surgical and surgical options, including risks and recovery time.
Which doctors on this list mention children's orthopedics?
Dr. Saher Al-Dabba lists childhood hip dysplasia and clubfoot treatment. Dr. Ahmad Najeh Amer lists pediatric orthopedic care and surgery, and Dr. Ahmad Mohammad Abu Mahfouth lists pediatric bone deformity treatment. When booking for a child, confirm the specific condition with the clinic and bring any previous scans or reports.
What should I bring to my first orthopedic appointment?
Bring previous X-rays, MRI or CT scans with their reports, plus any operation notes. Also bring a list of your medicines and allergies, your insurance card and an identity document. Wear loose clothing so the painful joint can be examined easily. A short written timeline of your symptoms and the treatments you have tried helps make the consultation more useful.
Which doctors on this list mention foot and ankle care?
Dr. Malik Abu Al-Nadi's profile focuses on foot and ankle disorders, including diabetic foot wound care, orthotic assessment and foot deformity management. Dr. Saher Al-Dabba lists foot and ankle surgery, and Dr. Asaad Ahmad lists foot and ankle condition care. Dr. Ahmad Najeh Amer lists bunion and flatfoot correction. Read each profile to match your specific problem.

Sources and references

Prepared by: the ClinicsJo editorial team. Last updated 18 October 2026.

List data: the doctor and clinic profiles published on ClinicsJo — services, doctors, hours, insurers and addresses entered by the providers or compiled by our team from public sources. Reviews appear only after moderation, the verified badge only on profiles the platform administration verified, and no price appears unless the profile itself publishes it. Where the data comes from and how lists are ordered · Medical content policy

Health references: the health information in the guide is general and written to agree with the guidance of major health bodies. To read further or check it:

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