Top 5 Trauma & Fracture Surgery Specialists in Jabal Amman 2026

When do you need a trauma and fracture surgery specialist?

Trauma and fracture surgery is the part of orthopaedics that deals with broken bones, dislocated joints and injuries to the bones and joints. These injuries often follow falls, road accidents, sports or work incidents. It also covers problems that appear later, such as a fracture that heals slowly, does not heal (non-union) or heals out of line.

Many fractures heal well with a cast, splint or brace. Others need an operation to realign and hold the bone with plates, screws, rods or wires. Some hip fractures in older adults are treated with partial or total joint replacement. The decision depends on the bone involved, how displaced the break is, whether the joint surface is affected and your general health. Only an examination and imaging can settle it.

Signs it is worth booking a specialist visit

• Pain, swelling or bruising after an injury that does not settle over a few days, or that stops you using the limb normally
• A fracture already treated in an emergency department that needs specialist follow-up
• A joint that keeps slipping out of place after a dislocation
• Pain, stiffness, a visible bend or a clicking sensation weeks or months after a fracture
• Concern about a fracture after only a minor fall, which can point to weak bones and deserves assessment

Urgent warning signs: go to emergency or call 911

A clinic appointment is not the right place for a fresh serious injury. Call 911 or go straight to an emergency department if you notice any of the following:

• Bone visible through the skin, or an open wound over the injury
• A limb that looks clearly deformed, or a hand or foot below the injury that is cold, pale, blue or numb
• Heavy bleeding
• A suspected head, neck, back or pelvic injury. Do not move the person unless they are in danger.
• An older person who falls and cannot stand, especially if one leg looks shorter or turned outward
• Severe pain that keeps getting worse, or a cast that feels very tight with tingling or numbness
• Fever, spreading redness, wound discharge or rising pain after fracture surgery. Seek same-day medical care.

How to choose among the doctors here

All five profiles are orthopaedic surgeons who list trauma and fracture surgery in Jabal Amman. Their published services point in different directions, so start with your injury.

• Match the injury to the published services. Dr. Abu Odeh lists pelvic and acetabular fracture surgery and fracture non-union. Dr. Dahabreh lists hip fracture surgery and long-bone fracture treatment. Dr. Al-Dabba lists complex and compound fracture fixation, as well as children's conditions such as hip dysplasia and clubfoot. Dr. Al-Droubi's services centre on the spine. Dr. Tabaza lists surgical and nonsurgical fracture care and shoulder dislocation.
• Read the qualifications. The profiles list Jordanian, Arab, European or UK board-level qualifications and various fellowships. Ask which of these relate most closely to your type of injury.
• Check the days you can attend. Fractures need several follow-up visits, often with repeat X-rays. Four profiles list Saturday hours. Dr. Dahabreh lists Sunday to Thursday. Thursday hours are shorter at several clinics.
• Ask where surgery would take place. Clinic consultations and operations often happen in different locations. Ask which hospital the doctor operates at and whether it suits your insurance.
• Consider language and communication. Dr. Tabaza lists Arabic, English and Italian. With any doctor, make sure the plan is explained in a way you fully understand.

The order on this page reflects how complete each profile is. It does not show who will suit your injury best.

What to expect at the first visit

The surgeon will ask how the injury happened and examine the limb, checking movement, circulation and sensation. They will review any imaging and may request new X-rays, a CT scan or an MRI. Expect a discussion of non-surgical and surgical options before any decision is made.

What to bring

• All X-rays, CT or MRI scans (images on disc or online access, plus written reports)
• Emergency department discharge notes and any previous operative reports
• A list of your medicines, especially blood thinners, plus any allergies
• Details of conditions such as diabetes or osteoporosis, and whether you smoke, since these can affect bone healing
• Your insurance card and any referral your plan requires
• Loose clothing that can be removed easily over a cast or splint, and a companion if moving around is hard

Questions worth asking

• Does this fracture need surgery, or can it heal in a cast or brace?
• What are the main risks of each option?
• How long will the limb be immobilised, and when can I put weight on it?
• When might I return to work, driving or sport?
• Will I need physiotherapy, and how many follow-up visits should I expect?
• Which warning signs should make me call the clinic or seek urgent care?

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

No consultation fees are published on these profiles. Ask the clinic for the current fee when you book, and ask whether X-rays taken on the day are charged separately.

If surgery is suggested, request a written estimate. It should cover the surgeon's fee, the hospital stay, implants such as plates or screws, and physiotherapy. Many insurers need pre-approval before planned fracture surgery, so ask the clinic how they handle this.

The listed insurers vary. Dr. Tabaza and Dr. Al-Dabba each list 12, and Dr. Dahabreh lists Arab Orient Insurance. A company's name on a profile does not guarantee that your specific plan is accepted, so confirm your policy and network with both the clinic and your insurer.

Four of the five profiles give the same medical building address. Confirm the doctor's floor and room when booking. Dr. Tabaza's profile also advises confirming the room and floor.

Getting there

Jabal Amman sits in central Amman. Patients may come from areas such as Abdoun, Shmeisani, Sweifieh, the Gardens, the 7th Circle, Khalda, Dabouq, Tla' Al-Ali or Jubeiha. Traffic and parking in the centre can be slow, so leave extra time, particularly if you are on crutches or in a cast.

Ask the clinic whether there is lift access and a convenient drop-off point. Do not drive yourself if your leg is injured or in a cast. Use a taxi, a ride-hailing app or a companion instead.

For a fresh serious injury, go to an emergency department rather than a clinic. Amman's larger hospitals, including Jordan University Hospital, Al-Bashir Hospital, King Hussein Medical Center, Specialty Hospital and Istishari Hospital, receive emergency cases. When in doubt, call 911.

Checklist before you book

• Make sure your injury is not an emergency (see the warning signs above)
• Pick a doctor whose published services match your injury: fracture type, pelvis, hip, spine, children or non-union
• Gather all imaging, reports and discharge notes
• Confirm the clinic's days and hours fit your follow-up schedule
• Confirm the consultation fee and whether X-rays are extra
• Check that your specific insurance plan is accepted and whether pre-approval is needed
• Ask which hospital surgery would take place in, if needed
• Confirm the floor and room, and plan transport that avoids driving with an injured limb
• Write down your questions and bring a list of your medicines