Dr. Ali Iyoob Valiyaveettil - gastroenterologist-surgeon, Burjeel Medical City, Abu Dhabi

Doctor Ali Iyoob Valiyaveettil

Consultant Surgeon, Head of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Burjeel Medical City, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Education & Training

• MBBS, Kozhikode Medical College, India
• MS (General Surgery), India
• MCh (Gastrointestinal Surgery), India
• FRCS (Glasgow) – Member of the Royal College of Surgeons, UK (2004)
• Trained at prestigious institutions in India and the United Kingdom with advanced exposure in gastrointestinal, laparoscopic, and robotic surgery.

Professional Background

Dr. Ali Iyoob has over 23 years of experience in general surgery and more than 16 years in gastrointestinal and hepatopancreatobiliary surgery.

Recognized as one of Abu Dhabi’s most sought-after surgeons, he has successfully performed numerous complex operations.

He possesses advanced expertise in laparoscopic and robotic minimally invasive surgery and is considered a pioneer of keyhole esophageal surgery — the first surgeon to perform advanced robotic surgery in Kerala, India.

Areas of Expertise

• Surgery of the esophagus, stomach, liver, bile ducts, pancreas, colon, and rectum
• Bariatric surgery, GERD (reflux disease), and hernia repair
• Special focus on gastrointestinal oncology surgery
• Minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic procedures

Dr. Ali is also known for his research and innovation:

• Introduced a novel surgical technique for post-spinal pharyngo-cutaneous fistula closure
• Designed a cost-effective instrument for laparoscopic appendectomy

Awards & Certifications

• FRCS (Glasgow) – 2004
• Robotic & Robotic Bariatric Surgery – 2015
• LAP HPB Surgery (AITS, IRCD, Taiwan) – 2014
• PDV Esophagectomy – 2011
• Laparoscopic Solid Organ Course – 2009
• LAP CBD Study – 2007

Selected Publications

Author and co-author of over 15 scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals, including:

1. Prospective study of short-term complications following PD – Tropical Gastroenterology, 2014.
2. Postoperative Pharyngocutaneous Fistula treated with SCM flap repair – European Spinal Journal, 2012.
3. Laparoscopic Appendicectomy using endo-ring applicator – Saudi Journal of Gastroenterology, 2009.
4. Robotic Upper GI Surgery: Early Experience – IASG, 2016.
5. Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasm of Biliary Tract – Indian J. Pathology & Microbiology, 2014.
   (and several others covering GI cancers, pancreatitis, and advanced laparoscopic techniques)

Memberships

• Indian Medical Association (IMA)
• Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
• Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterologists (IASG)
• Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons (IAGES)
• International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association (IHPBA)
• Association of Surgical Gastroenterologists of Kerala (ASGK)

Dr. Ali Iyoob Valiyaveettil is a distinguished surgeon with decades of experience in gastrointestinal and hepatopancreatobiliary surgery. His innovative techniques, advanced robotic skills, and dedication to minimally invasive procedures have made him a leading name in modern surgery across the Middle East.