Dr. Muhammad Khalifa

Dr. Khalifa began his medical journey at the Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, where he developed his passion for Orthopedics and helping patients improve their mobility, independence, and quality of life. He completed his orthopedic training and residency at leading hospitals in Egypt, including El Helal Orthopedic and Trauma Hospital, where he later served as an Orthopedic Specialist.

He then joined Dubai Health Authority’s Rashid Hospital as a full-time Orthopedic Surgeon and Lecturer in Orthopedics and Trauma. To further advance his expertise in Foot and Ankle Surgery, Dr. Khalifa completed specialized fellowships in Basel and at Netcare Linksfield Hospital, gaining extensive international experience in foot and ankle trauma, reconstructive procedures, and advanced surgical care.

Clinical Expertise

• Advanced Arthroscopy (Knee & Ankle): Specialized in minimally invasive keyhole surgeries, including ACL reconstruction, Meniscus repair, and Arthroscopic Debridement for knee osteoarthritis
• Foot & Ankle Surgery: Specialized management of complex foot deformities and ankle sports injuries.
• Hip Preservation & Arthroscopy: A rare and specialized service for treating hip pain in young adults and athletes using minimally invasive techniques
• Joint Replacement & Pain Management: Comprehensive protocols for Total Knee and Hip replacements with a special focus on minimizing post-operative pain
• Trauma & Pediatric Care: Expert management of adult and pediatric fractures, ensuring proper healing and follow-up.

Education & Training

• Ankle Arthroscopy Observership, Bellvitge University Hospital, Barcelona, Spain, 2022
• Foot & Ankle Fellowship, Quironsalud Hospital, Barcelona, Spain, 2020
• Foot & Ankle Fellowship, Netcare Linksfield Hospital, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2018
• AO Trauma Regional Faculty, UAE
• Senior Lecturer, Facharzt Residency Program, Orthopedic and Trauma Department, Rashid Hospital, Dubai, UAE
• Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Diploma, 2015
• Foot & Ankle Fellowship, Basel, Switzerland, June 2013
• AO Trauma Fellowship, Trauma & Emergency Center, Rashid Hospital, Dubai, UAE, May 2010
• Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt, MSc in Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Good, 2006-2009
• Orthopedic Residency Program, El-Helal Orthopedic and Trauma Teaching Hospital, Cairo, Egypt, 2005-2009
• Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt, MB BCh, Excellent with Honor, 1997-2003