Project Description
Dr. Zaki Ahmed
Specialist – General Surgery
Dr. Zaki Ahmed is a highly skilled and experienced surgeon with a diverse background in the field of medicine. He began his career by completing an internship at Government Wenlock & Lady Goschen Hospital in Mangalore from March 1992 to March 1993. He then pursued post-graduate training at prestigious institutions such as Government Wenlock Hospital, KMC Hospital in Attavar, and KMC Hospital in Bejai.
Dr. Ahmed’s dedication to patient care led him to work as a Visiting Consultant at Seyyid Madani Charitable Hospital in Ullal, Mangalore, from 1999 to 2002. He also served as a Consultant at Sri Krishna Maternity & Nursing Home in Kasargod from August 1998 to June 2000.
During his career, Dr. Ahmed sought further specialization through training opportunities. He worked as a Trainee Surgeon at notable hospitals, including Baba Ambedkar Hospital, Kurla Baba Hospital, and Jaslok Hospital, all located in Mumbai. He also had the privilege of serving as an Observer at Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai.
Dr. Ahmed’s commitment to providing quality healthcare led him to work as a Consultant at Malik Deenar Charitable Hospital in Kasargod and as a Specialist Surgeon at Hamad General Hospital in Qatar from August 2003 to June 2010. His time in Qatar allowed him to gain valuable experience in a diverse healthcare environment.
Throughout his career, Dr. Ahmed has also held academic positions. He served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of General Surgery at Yenepoya Medical College from July 1998 to March 2003 and from August 2010 to February 2012. Additionally, he worked as an Associate Professor in the Department of General Surgery at Kannur Medical College from January 2005 to July 2010 and as a Professor from February 2012 to May 2013.
Dr. Ahmed has made significant contributions as a consultant surgeon at Marthoma Hospital & Research Centre in Ranni, Tiruvalla, and Mallik Deenar Charitable Hospital in Kasargod. He also worked as a Specialist Surgeon in Saudi Arabia at Wethailan General Hospital in the Riyadh Region under the Ministry of Health from May 2013 to December 2017. Currently, he serves as the Head and Consultant Surgeon at Shabwa General Hospital, a project of HH Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation, managed by VPS Health (Burjeel Holdings) in the UAE.
Dr. Ahmed holds a Specialist license in General Surgery from the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), with registration number 57453557. He has also completed numerous certifications, including Basic Robotic Surgery training, Basic/Advanced Laparoscopic Surgical Hands-on training, Royal College Of Surgeons Of Edinburgh Part A Course, Basic GI endoscopy hands-on training, Kidney Transplantation & Dialysis, Medical Education & Human Resources Development, and various advanced life support courses such as ATLS, ALS, ACLS, and BTLS.
Dr. Zaki Ahmed’s extensive work experience, expertise, and commitment to patient care make him a highly respected and sought-after surgeon in the field of medicine.