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Appointments at Emirates Hospital Jumeirah, Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai.
Conditions and care
Internal Medicine Conditions Treated in Dubai
As a Specialist in Internal Medicine, Dr. Sheena Cherry diagnoses and treats a wide range of adult conditions without surgery, and coordinates care when several conditions need managing together.
Diabetes care
Diagnosis and long-term care of type 2 diabetes, blood sugar control and related risks.
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High blood pressure and heart
Hypertension, heart disease and assessment of cardiovascular risk.
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Thyroid disorders
Underactive and overactive thyroid, abnormal thyroid tests and dose reviews.
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Iron deficiency and anaemia
Finding the cause of low iron, treating it and checking that levels recover.
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Digestive health
Reflux, gastric ulcers, inflammatory bowel disease and fatty liver.
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Weight and metabolic health
A medical approach to weight, obesity and related conditions.
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Healthy ageing
Geriatric care for older adults living with several conditions and medicines.
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Post-COVID care
Assessment and support for symptoms that continue after COVID-19.
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Fever and infections
Prompt assessment of fevers, infections and sudden medical problems.
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That is exactly what internal medicine is for. An internist looks at all of your symptoms together and works out what is causing them.
- Symptoms that need a thorough work-up
- More than one long-term condition
- Several medicines that need reviewing
- Abnormal blood test results you want explained
How a consultation works
- A full history and examination
- Tests chosen with care, with results explained in plain language
- A clear plan you can follow at home
- Follow-up and referral to other specialists when needed
Not sure which condition fits your symptoms?Call 800 444 444 and the team will help you book the right appointment.
Frequently asked questions
About internal medicine
What conditions does an internal medicine specialist treat?
Internists diagnose and treat a wide range of adult conditions without surgery, including diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid disorders, digestive problems, infections and conditions that affect several organs at once.
I have several symptoms. Which page should I read?
You do not need to choose. Book a consultation and Dr. Sheena will assess all of your symptoms together.
Will I be referred to other specialists?
When a condition needs specialist tests or treatment, Dr. Sheena will explain why and arrange a referral.
Adult Medical Conditions Treated in Dubai
Internal medicine covers a wide range of adult health problems. At Emirates Hospital Jumeirah, Dr. Sheena Cherry diagnoses and treats long-term conditions such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension and thyroid disease, as well as acute problems like fever and infections.
Many patients have more than one condition. Because an internist looks at the whole person, treatment for weight and metabolic health, anaemia and digestive symptoms is planned together, with referrals to other specialists when they are needed.
Not sure where your symptoms fit? Call 800 444 444 and the team will help you book the right appointment, or read the frequently asked questions.
Symptoms often seen in internal medicine include fatigue, breathlessness, palpitations, chest discomfort, dizziness, heartburn, bloating, weight change, frequent infections, fever, joint aches and poor sleep.
Common test results reviewed include HbA1c, fasting glucose, cholesterol, ferritin, haemoglobin, TSH, vitamin D, B12, liver function and kidney function.
Care is based at Emirates Hospital Jumeirah, Dubai, with referral to cardiology, endocrinology, gastroenterology and other specialties when needed. Book a health check or consultation.