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Advanced general and laparoscopic surgery care close to home in Al Dhafra.
Burjeel Day Surgery Centre Al Dhafra provides general and laparoscopic surgery care for patients with hernia, appendicitis, gallbladder conditions, thyroid concerns, breast conditions, wounds, and selected urgent surgical symptoms. Our team focuses on safe assessment, minimally invasive techniques when appropriate, and day surgery pathways for suitable patients.
What Services Does the General Surgery Department at Burjeel Day Surgery Centre Offer?
The General Surgery Department at Burjeel Day Surgery Centre Al Dhafra evaluates and manages surgical conditions affecting the abdomen, thyroid, breast, skin, soft tissues, and wounds. The department supports residents across Al Dhafra with general surgery consultations, laparoscopic surgery, wound care, emergency surgical assessment, and day surgery evaluation when clinically appropriate.
Conditions We Treat
Our General Surgery team evaluates and manages a wide range of common surgical conditions, from abdominal pain and hernia symptoms to gallbladder disease, thyroid concerns, wounds, and selected urgent surgical cases. Each patient is assessed individually to determine whether monitoring, medication, laparoscopic surgery, day surgery, or referral within the wider Burjeel network is appropriate.
Hernia & Abdominal Wall Conditions
A hernia may appear as a bulge in the abdomen or groin, often becoming more visible when coughing, standing, or lifting.The General Surgery team evaluates hernia symptoms and discusses treatment options, including surgical repair when appropriate.
- Inguinal hernia
- Umbilical hernia
- Abdominal wall hernia
- Recurrent hernia evaluation
- Suspected incisional hernia
Appendix & Acute Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis can begin as pain around the belly button and later move to the lower right abdomen. Because appendicitis may become urgent, worsening abdominal pain should be assessed promptly by a medical team.
- Suspected appendicitis
- Lower right abdominal pain
- Acute abdominal pain assessment
- Appendectomy evaluation
- Post-appendectomy follow-up
Breast and Soft Tissue Surgery
The department evaluates selected breast and soft tissue concerns that may require a surgical opinion, biopsy planning, monitoring, or coordination with other specialties depending on examination and imaging findings.
- Breast lump evaluation
- Soft tissue lumps
- Skin and subcutaneous swellings
- Minor surgical assessment
- Surgical oncology coordination when required
Gallbladder Conditions
Gallbladder disease may cause upper abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, or pain after fatty meals. Patients with suspected gallstones or gallbladder inflammation may be evaluated for monitoring, medical management, or laparoscopic gallbladder removal depending on symptoms and tests.
- Gallstones
- Recurrent gallbladder pain
- Gallbladder inflammation
- Evaluation for laparoscopic cholecystectomy
- Post-gallbladder surgery follow-up
Thyroid Surgery Conditions
Thyroid nodules or an enlarged thyroid may need surgical evaluation if they are suspicious, large, causing pressure symptoms, or affecting swallowing or breathing. The plan depends on clinical assessment, imaging, biopsy results, and thyroid function tests.
- Thyroid nodules
- Goiter
- Suspicious thyroid swelling
- Evaluation for thyroidectomy
- Post-thyroid surgery follow-up
Wound Care & Surgical Follow
Proper wound care supports healing after surgery and helps reduce infection risk. Patients can seek assessment for post-operative wounds, dressing concerns, delayed healing, or signs of wound infection.
- Post-operative wound care
- Dressing follow-up
- Delayed wound healing
- Signs of wound infection
- Wound care and management
Procedures & Treatments
| Procedure | What It Involves |
|---|---|
| Laparoscopic surgery | Minimally invasive surgery using small incisions, a camera, and fine instruments when suitable for the patient and condition. |
| Hernia repair | Surgical repair of selected hernias, with the approach decided based on type, size, symptoms, and patient condition |
| Appendectomy | Surgery to remove an inflamed appendix, performed laparoscopically or through open surgery depending on urgency and clinical findings. |
| Gallbladder removal | Removal of the gallbladder, often considered for symptomatic gallstones or gallbladder inflammation after medical evaluation. |
| Thyroidectomy | Partial or total thyroid surgery for selected thyroid nodules, goiter, or other thyroid conditions requiring surgical treatment. |
| Breast surgery | Surgical assessment and selected breast procedures depending on clinical findings, imaging, and specialist recommendation |
| Wound care and management | Post-operative wound assessment, dressing guidance, infection warning signs, and follow-up for healing concerns. |
| Emergency surgical care | Assessment and coordination for urgent surgical symptoms such as acute abdominal pain, suspected appendicitis, or wound complications. |
Why Choose Burjeel Day Surgery Centre for General Surgery in Al Dhafra?
| Day Surgery Model | Specialist Care |
|---|---|
| Selected procedures may follow a day surgery pathway when same-day discharge is clinically appropriate. | General surgery care led by a Specialist General Surgery consultant, with access to the wider Burjeel network when needed. |
| Local access | Multilingual support |
|---|---|
| Surgical evaluation and follow-up closer to home for patients in Al Dhafra and western Abu Dhabi. | Arabic, English, Hindi, Urdu and other language support may be available across the patient journey. |
Our General Surgery Team
Dr. Ayham Saied Alhajali
Specialist General Surgery | 15+ years of experience | Languages: English, Arabic
Dr. Ayham Saied Alhajali evaluates general surgery and laparoscopic surgery cases at Burjeel Day Surgery Centre Al Dhafra. His areas of expertise include advanced laparoscopic surgery, abdominal hernia, laparoscopic emergency surgery, breast surgery, thyroid surgery, proctology procedures, and one-day care surgery procedures.
FAQ
In many cases, patients can book directly with the General Surgery Department. However, insurance requirements may vary, and some policies may require referral or pre-authorization. Patients are advised to check their coverage or contact the centre before the appointment.
The General Surgery Department at Burjeel Day Surgery Centre Al Dhafra provides laparoscopic surgery evaluation and selected minimally invasive procedures. Suitability depends on the patient’s diagnosis, general health, imaging results, and the surgeon’s assessment.
Some hernia repairs may be suitable for day surgery, allowing the patient to return home the same day after recovery. This depends on the type and size of the hernia, anesthesia assessment, pain control, and the patient’s overall health.
Gallbladder surgery may be considered when gallstones cause repeated pain, inflammation, infection, or complications. The surgeon reviews symptoms, ultrasound findings, blood tests, and overall health before deciding whether laparoscopic gallbladder removal is appropriate.
Appendix surgery may become urgent when symptoms suggest appendicitis, especially worsening lower right abdominal pain, fever, nausea, vomiting, or abdominal tenderness. Delayed treatment can increase the risk of rupture, so prompt medical evaluation is important.
Thyroid surgery is listed within the General Surgery services at Burjeel Day Surgery Centre Al Dhafra. Surgical evaluation may be needed for suspicious nodules, large goiter, swallowing or breathing symptoms, or selected thyroid conditions after proper investigations.
The General Surgery Department provides wound care and management services, including assessment of post-operative wounds and healing concerns. Patients should seek review if they notice increasing redness, swelling, discharge, fever, pain, or wound separation.
Some procedures may be suitable for same-day discharge, but this is not guaranteed for every patient. Discharge depends on the procedure, anesthesia recovery, stable vital signs, controlled pain, absence of complications, and safe home support.
Burjeel Day Surgery Centre Al Dhafra supports patients from Madinat Zayed, Ruwais, Ghayathi, Liwa, Al Sila, and the wider western Abu Dhabi region, helping patients access surgical assessment and follow-up closer to home.
Burjeel Day Surgery Centre works with major UAE insurance providers. Coverage depends on the patient’s policy, network eligibility, and approval requirements. Patients should confirm coverage before the appointment by contacting the centre or their insurer.
Insurance Accepted and Location
Burjeel Day Surgery Centre works with major UAE insurance providers. Patients should confirm coverage for their specific consultation, investigation, or procedure before the appointment by calling 80055 or checking with their insurer.
| Insurance step | What happens |
|---|---|
| 1. Check coverage | Confirm whether your insurance plan covers the consultation or procedure. |
| 2. Referral if required | Some insurance policies may require a referral before specialist consultation. |
| 3. Pre-authorization | The clinic team can guide patients on approval requirements based on the case and policy. |
| 4. Direct billing | Direct billing may be available depending on insurance eligibility. |
| 5. Co-pay | Any co-payment depends on the patient’s insurance policy. |
Book a General Surgery Consultation
Appointments are available for general surgery consultations, laparoscopic surgery evaluation, hernia assessment, gallbladder concerns, thyroid concerns, wound care follow-up, and second opinions. Same-day appointments may be available — call to check availability.
