International patients travelling to Dubai for an orthopedic consultation often want to know what to prepare, what happens during the appointment and how a treatment plan is decided. Dr. Muthana Sartawi’s official contact page currently lists two UAE locations in Dubai: Adam Vital Hospital and King’s College Hospital London in Dubai Hills. The same page lists the UAE WhatsApp numbers +971 54 386 4003 for Adam Vital Hospital and +971 56 258 6172 for King’s College Hospital London. Patients should confirm the current clinic date and exact hospital location before arranging international travel.
An international orthopedic consultation is an assessment, not a guarantee that surgery will be recommended. The purpose is to understand the patient’s symptoms, review previous treatment and imaging, perform an orthopedic examination and discuss the most appropriate next steps.
Before Booking Your Consultation
Before booking flights or accommodation, patients should contact Dr. Sartawi’s team and explain the main orthopedic problem, previous diagnoses and any prior surgery. Patients can use the Dr. Sartawi Contact Us page to request or arrange an appointment. The team may ask for medical reports or imaging in advance so that the case can be organized before the in-person visit. Sending records before travel does not confirm that an operation is required or that a specific procedure is suitable.
Medical Records to Prepare
A complete medical file makes the consultation more useful. Patients should bring or securely send recent X-rays, MRI or CT scans when available, previous orthopedic reports, operative reports from earlier knee or hip surgery, implant information if they have already had a joint replacement, and a current medication list. They should also provide relevant information about allergies and chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease or a history of blood clots. The AAOS orthopedic evaluation guidance explains that orthopedic assessment commonly includes medical history, physical examination, X-rays and, when needed, additional imaging or tests. AAOS also recommends keeping an accurate list of medications and allergies as part of patient safety preparation.
Two Dubai Consultation Locations
Dr. Sartawi’s official website lists Adam Vital Hospital in Al Garhoud, Dubai, as one UAE location. Adam Vital describes itself as an orthopedic and sports medicine hospital and provides inpatient, outpatient, diagnostic and rehabilitation services. Its official contact page lists the hospital at 11, 10th Street, near GGICO Metro Station, Al Garhoud, Dubai. For Dr. Sartawi’s team, the published WhatsApp number associated with this Dubai location is +971 54 386 4003.
The second Dubai location is King’s College Hospital London in Dubai Hills. King’s currently lists Dr. Sartawi as a visiting Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Dubai Hills Hospital and identifies him as Director of its Rapid Recovery Joint Replacement Centre. The published WhatsApp number on Dr. Sartawi’s official contact page for this location is +971 56 258 6172. Because visiting schedules can change, international patients should confirm availability before travelling.
What Happens During the Orthopedic Consultation?
The consultation normally begins with a detailed discussion of the patient’s symptoms, how long they have been present, what activities are limited and which treatments have already been tried. The surgeon then performs a physical examination appropriate to the problem. For a knee complaint, this may include range of motion, stability, strength, alignment and walking ability. Existing X-rays and other imaging are reviewed, and additional imaging or laboratory tests may be requested when clinically necessary.
After the assessment, the surgeon explains the diagnosis and the available treatment options. These may include continued non-surgical care, physiotherapy, medication or injections, or surgery when the clinical findings support it. Patients considering knee replacement can read Dr. Sartawi’s Knee Replacement in Dubai guide and his guide to the period before and after knee replacement surgery for additional background before the appointment.
If Joint Replacement Is Discussed
If advanced knee or hip disease is confirmed, the consultation may include a discussion of joint replacement. For the knee, the surgeon may explain whether total or partial knee replacement could be appropriate based on the distribution of arthritis, ligament function, deformity and imaging. For hip disease, patients can review Dr. Sartawi’s Hip Replacement Surgery in Dubai information before or after the consultation.
Dr. Sartawi’s Modified Intervastus Approach to the knee is described in a peer-reviewed publication indexed by PubMed. King’s College Hospital also describes his joint-replacement work in Dubai. A particular surgical technique, however, is not automatically appropriate for every patient; the choice of approach should follow the individual examination, imaging and surgical requirements.
Discussing Same-Day Patient Discharge
Some selected patients may be considered for Dr. Sartawi’s joint replacement program with same-day patient discharge. Same-day discharge should not be presented as a guarantee. The decision depends on the type of operation, medical stability, pain control, mobility, home support and the treating team’s discharge criteria. International patients should also discuss where they will stay after surgery, who will accompany them, how physiotherapy will be organized and when the treating surgeon considers air travel appropriate.
Questions International Patients Should Ask
During the appointment, patients should ask what diagnosis best explains their symptoms, whether any additional tests are required, which non-surgical and surgical options are reasonable, what the expected benefits and risks are, how long they may need to remain in Dubai if surgery is planned, what type of physiotherapy will be required, and how follow-up will be managed after they return home. Taking notes during the consultation can help patients remember the treatment plan, and AAOS encourages patients to ask questions when they do not understand a recommendation.
After the Consultation
If surgery is not recommended, the patient should leave with a clear conservative-treatment or monitoring plan. If surgery is recommended, the next steps may include medical clearance, laboratory or cardiac testing when indicated, review of medications, insurance or payment arrangements, hospital scheduling and rehabilitation planning. The AAOS medication safety checklist is a useful external reference for patients preparing for orthopedic surgery.
After joint replacement, follow-up may include wound review, pain and swelling assessment, mobility, range of motion, medication review and physiotherapy progress. Patients can also review Dr. Sartawi’s guidance on life after total knee replacement. According to the practice’s follow-up process, a dedicated WhatsApp group may be created for a patient after surgery to support communication with Dr. Sartawi and his multidisciplinary team for non-emergency recovery questions. This does not replace urgent in-person medical care when serious symptoms develop.
How to Arrange a Consultation in Dubai
For Adam Vital Hospital in Dubai, patients can contact Dr. Sartawi’s team via WhatsApp at +971 54 386 4003 to request or arrange a consultation. For King’s College Hospital London in Dubai Hills, the published WhatsApp number is +971 56 258 6172. Patients may also use the official Dr. Sartawi Contact Us page, the Adam Vital Hospital website or the King’s College Hospital profile to verify the current location, appointment availability and visiting schedule before travelling.