Mr. Abdelhakim Elganyni

Dr. Abdelhakim Elganyni is a distinguished Gastroenterologist and Head of the Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Unit at Emirates Specialty Hospital, Dubai Healthcare City. He is widely recognized as a leading regional expert in inflammatory bowel diseases, with extensive experience in the diagnosis and management of complex Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.Dr. Elganyni completed his primary medical education and early gastroenterology training in Egypt, followed by several years of clinical practice in Saudi Arabia. He subsequently advanced his subspecialty training in the United Kingdom, where he developed a focused expertise in IBD management, including advanced biologic and small-molecule therapies, multidisciplinary care, and evidence-based treatment optimization.He is a Member of the Royal College of Physicians (UK) and holds membership in prominent international professional bodies, including the European Board of Gastroenterology and the European Crohn’s and Colitis Organisation (ECCO).Beyond his clinical leadership, Dr. Elganyni is an eminent speaker at regional and international scientific conferences and an active contributor to the academic gastroenterology community. He has authored and co-authored multiple peer-reviewed scientific publications, reflecting his commitment to advancing clinical practice, research, and education in IBD.Dr. Elganyni is highly regarded for his thought leadership, clinical insight, and strategic role in shaping IBD care pathways across the region.