Award-winning spine
doctor in Dubai

You should consider seeing a spine specialist if you have persistent back or neck pain that hasn’t improved with rest or physiotherapy, numbness or tingling in your arms or legs, weakness affecting your movement, or difficulty walking. Sudden loss of bladder or bowel control requires urgent medical attention. Dr. Sherief offers both non-operative and surgical treatments, so seeing a spine surgeon doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll need an operation. Many patients benefit from conservative management first.

Not at all. Most spine conditions respond well to non-surgical treatments like physiotherapy, medication, lifestyle changes, and spinal injections. Surgery is only recommended when conservative treatments haven’t provided adequate relief, or when there’s significant nerve compression affecting your quality of life. Dr. Sherief believes in a patient-centred approach and will always explore non-operative options first unless your condition requires urgent surgical intervention.

Please bring any recent scans you’ve had, such as MRI or CT images, along with the written reports. A list of your current medications and any previous treatments you’ve tried is also helpful. If you have referral letters from your GP or other specialists, bring those too. It’s useful to write down your main symptoms and any questions you’d like to ask, so you don’t forget anything during the consultation.

Recovery time varies depending on the type of procedure and your individual circumstances. Minimally invasive operations often allow patients to return home the same day or next day, with gradual return to normal activities over several weeks. More complex surgeries may require a longer hospital stay and several months of recovery. Dr. Sherief will give you a realistic timeline based on your specific operation and will support you throughout your recovery with clear guidance on what to expect at each stage.