Dr. Sahar Kazzaz
Surgeon of Excellence
First Female Plastic Surgeon in Dubai
Dr. Sahar Kazzaz is a highly experienced plastic and reconstructive surgeon with a specialization in cosmetic and aesthetic surgeries. With over 30 years of experience in the field. Dr. Kazzaz has dedicated 21 years to performing cosmetic procedures such as cosmetic breast surgery, body contouring, and body lifts after significant weight loss
Since 1999, Dr. Kazzaz has been practicing in Dubai, where she was the first full-time female plastic surgeon in the United Arab Emirates. In recognition of her involvement in establishing the Emirates Plastic Surgery Society (EPSS) in the UAE, she received the Appreciation Award from EPSS in June 2004
Pleasing Results
Meet Dr. Sahar Kazzaz
She is truly passionate about helping others and providing the best possible outcomes for her patients. Those who have had the privilege of being under her care can attest to her exceptional skills and personalized approach of treatment whether surgical or non-surgical. Dedication to her patients is evident in her excellent beside manner. She takes the time to listen to her patients’ concern and thoroughly explain the treatment options available to them in detail as she believe in a collaborative approach, involving patients in the decision-making process to ensure they feel comfortable and well informed.
Dr. Kazzaz’s meticulous nature and exceptional surgical skills allow her to customize procedures for each patient, taking into account their unique anatomy, body type, and aesthetic goals. She stays updated with the latest technological advancements in her field and employs proven techniques to ensure both safety and aesthetically pleasing results
Passion for Challenging Cases
Dr. Kazzaz is especially enthusiastic about accepting challenging cases that
demand advanced skills, creativity, innovative thinking, and problem-solving
abilities. These cases often involve intricate anatomical factors, prior
surgeries, or patients with specific medical conditions. With her extensive
experience and meticulous approach, she is able to devise novel surgical
plans customized to meet each patient’s individual needs, and successfully
navigate through surgical complexities, ultimately ensuring the safest and
most possible surgical outcomes.
Educational Qualifications
M.B.ch.B
(Mosul Medical College / Mosul University/ Iraq) 1988
Master of Science in Aesthetic Surgery MSc
(University of London / Queen Mary and Westfield College) with Distinction
FCMC
(Iraqi Board in Medical Specialization/ Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery) 1995
Research
- Post-traumatic Adduction Contracture of First Web-space. (Hand Surgery)
- Limited Multi-planes Undermining Lipoabdominoplasty (LMUL): A Technique with Wide Safety Margin (analysing data collected from 555 consecutive cases done by single surgeon- Dr. Sahar Kazzaz).
- Real Role of Progressive Tension Sutures in avoiding seroma in lipoabdominoplasty of 107 prospective, consecutive cases using ultrasound abdominal wall analysis.
- Working on: Efficacy of Adipose-Derived Stromal Vascular Fraction on Wound Healing & Scar Formation in Post-bariatric Massive Weight Loss (MWL) Patients
Dr. Sahar Kazzaz's Philosophy
As a female plastic surgeon practicing in Dubai, I have had the privilege of working in a multicultural city where beauty standards are influenced by a multitude of ethnicities and cultures. This experience has allowed me to appreciate and respect the diverse perceptions of beauty that exist within our society., I value multicultural beauty standards and diverse perceptions of beauty. I understand and respect the different beauty ideals across cultures, allowing me to provide personalized care and help patients embrace their ethnic features while achieving their goals.
Member Of
- Member of Iraqi Society of Medicien in 1988
- Iraqi Association for Surgeons, accepted in 1995.
- IPRAS: International Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, accepted as a member in 1998.
- Emirates Medical Association accepted in 2000- (member of the first board of Emirates Plastic Surgery Society)
- ISAPS: accepted as a member in the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2005,
- ISRAS: Iraqi Society for Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons.
- AACS: Accepted as a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, 2012.
- ASIS International member of American Society of Plastic Surgeons 2018.
- Active member with Cell Surgical Network CSN: For the investigational use of adipose derived stem cells (ADSCs) for clinical research & development, 2019
- Active member of American Board of Regenerative Medicine (ABRM)-2023