Dr. Doaa Zourob Consultant Pediatric
Years of Experience : 12
Nationality : Saint Lucia
Languages Known : English, Arabic
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Dr. Doaa Zourob is double board certified in General Pediatrics and Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Nutrition and Endoscopy. She obtained her MBBS with Sum Cum Laude honours from University of Sharjah in 2014. Then She went on to complete pediatric residency and pediatric gastroenterology & hepatology fellowship through an ACGME-I-accredited training pprograms in Sheikh Khalifah Medical City. She is certified by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) and holds Arab Board certifications in both Pediatrics and Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Endoscopy & Nutrition. As part of her clinical training, Dr. Zourob joined the Liver Transplant Team at London Health Sciences Centre, a major tertiary referral and transplant centre in Ontario, Canada, where she gained valuable experience in the multidisciplinary management of children undergoing liver transplantation, including pre-transplant evaluation, post-transplant care, and the management of complex hepatobiliary conditions.Prior to joining Burjeel Hospital, Dr. Doaa served as a Pediatric Consultant at major Tertiary transplant hospital in Abu Dhabi, where she provided expert care in General Pediatrics and Pediatric Gastroenterology. Dr Zourob is also committed to medical education and multidisciplinary care. She has contributed to various pediatric board-review courses in gastroenterology and nutrition and has an interest in case-based learning and collaborative clinical research. She values evidence-based, family-centred care and works to improve the quality of subspecialty services for children with complex gastrointestinal and nutritional needs.
Research & Publications
- Zourob D, Teneiji AA, Miqdady M, Al Atrash E. Recurrent Acute Liver Failure in Infancy Due to a Novel SCYL1 Mutation: A Case Report. World Journal of Clinical Pediatrics. 2026;15(3):120925. DOI: 10.5409/wjcp.120925. PMID: 42625975.
- Al Atrash E, Zourob D, Alghfeli A, AbdelMassih A. Fontan-Related Protein-Losing Enteropathy: A Comprehensive Review of Pathophysiology and Current Therapies. World Journal of Clinical Pediatrics. DOI: 10.5409/wjcp.119970.
- Zourob D, Bitar R. EOE SKMC Management Guidelines. July 2025.
- Zourob D, Bitar R. Clinical Audit on H. pylori Testing and Eradication Success Within the Pediatric Population at SKMC. July 2025.
- Zourob D, Sarhan E, Azaz A, Miqdady M, Bitar R. The Safety and Efficacy of Dupilumab Monotherapy in Treating Eosinophilic Esophagitis: A Prospective Single-Center Experience. JPGN. May 2025; G-RF061.1.
- Zourob D, Alkatheeri M, Al Atrash E, Al Dhaheri F, Bitar R. Characteristics, Management, and Outcomes of Pediatric Patients With Post-Transplant Lymphoproliferative Disease Following Liver Transplantation: A 10-Year Review. JPGN. May 2025; H-EV103.
- Zourob D, Alkatheeri M, Al Atrash E, Al Dhaheri F, Bitar R. Chronic Epstein-Barr High Viral Load and Risk of Post-Transplant Lymphoproliferative Disease in Pediatric Post-Liver and Multivisceral Transplant Patients: A 10-Year Tertiary Center Review. JPGN. May 2025; H-EV104.1.
- Elghoudi A, Zourob D, Al Atrash E, Alshamsi F, Alkatheeri M, Narchi H, Bitar R. Evolving Strategies: Enhancements in Managing Eosinophilic Esophagitis in Pediatric Patients. World Journal of Clinical Pediatrics. 2024. PMID: 38596434.
- Al Atrash E, Zourob D, Hadi SA, Rawat D. Standardized Patient Satisfaction Questionnaires to Assess Patient Experience in a Multidisciplinary Epidermolysis Bullosa Clinic. Clinical Experimental Dermatology and Therapeutics. 2023;8(201).
- Zourob D, Al Jneibi S, Al Blooshi N, Al Ketbi A, Weber S, Al Jubeh J, Al Remeithi S. Control in Children and Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) in Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC), Abu Dhabi: Where Do We Stand? A Retrospective Cohort Study. SEHA Conference Abstract.
Expertise
- Growth, nutrition, and feeding disorders
- Pediatric GI disorders, including constipation,
- Reflux, celiac disease, and IBD
- Pediatric liver disease and liver transplant care
- Complex gastrointestinal and feeding conditions in children
- Diagnostic GI endoscopy,
- capsule endoscopy & pH testing
- Advanced therapeutic endoscopic procedures and feeding-tube management
Membership
- · American Academy of Pediatrics
- · Royal College Of Paediatrics And Child Health
- · North American Society of Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, & Nutrition Membership
- · European Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, & Nutrition Membership
- · Emirates Gastroenterology Society & Emirates Pediatric Gastroenterology Group
- · Emirates Medical Association
- · International Bowel Ultrasound (IBUS) Group
- · SCOPE Certification in Obesity Management, World Obesity Federation
Blogs
Why Getting Kids to Eat Fruits and Vegetables Really Matters
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Your Complete Guide to Flu Vaccines for Children: What Every Parent Should Know
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Building Strong Immunity in Kids: The Essential Role Parents Play
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