Hepatobiliary And pancreatic surgeon in Dubai - Dr Rakesh Rai

Dr Rakesh Rai is a testament to surgical excellence and a leading figure among hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgeons in Dubai. With over 20 years of experience, his distinguished career includes advanced training and practice at top medical institutions in the UK, USA, and South Korea.

This global exposure has equipped him with a unique breadth of knowledge and mastery over cutting-edge surgical techniques for the liver, pancreas, and bile ducts, as well as complex solid organ transplantation.

He is pivotal in leading intricate surgical interventions, including life-saving liver transplant procedures. He guides patients with complex liver, biliary, and pancreatic conditions throughout the surgical journey.

In the past, Dr Rakesh Rai also held senior consultant positions at leading transplant and HPB units in Mumbai, India. They served as a consultant at King Fahad Specialist Hospital in Dammam, Saudi Arabia.

His academic pursuits include an MD from the University of Newcastle in the UK, where he conducted basic research on radiofrequency ablation of liver tumours. He also holds prestigious FRCS qualifications.

He also completed an American Society of Transplant Surgeons (ASTS) accredited fellowship at the Methodist Transplant Institute in Memphis, USA. He was further trained in living donor liver transplantation at the world-renowned Asan Medical Centre in Seoul, South Korea.

This diverse and rigorous background firmly establishes him as a highly sought-after expert.

Highly respected for his collaborative approach, Dr Rakesh Rai works closely with a multidisciplinary team of hepatologists, interventional radiologists, oncologists, intensivists, transplant coordinators, clinical nurse specialists, and dietitians to ensure holistic, world-class care for every patient.

His commitment to patient education, empathy, and shared decision-making helps patients feel supported and empowered throughout their treatment.