University Hospital Sharjah | Best Hospital in Sharjah, UAE

Dr. Tarek Karam

Consultant Dermatology

20 Years Experience

Arabic , English

About Dr. Tarek Karam

Dr. Tarek Karam is a leading Consultant Dermatologist with nearly 20 years of trusted experience across the UAE and GCC. Known for his precise diagnosis and patient-focused care, he specializes in medical dermatology, dermatologic surgery, advanced laser treatments, and biologic therapy. Dr. Tarek Karam also serves as a Core Faculty Member and Clinical Instructor at MBRU, bringing world-class expertise and research-backed knowledge to every patient he treats.

Clinical Expertise

Management of general and specialized dermatological conditions including eczema, psoriasis, vitiligo, acne, rosacea, melasma, pigmentary disorders, urticaria, and contact dermatitis
Dermatologic surgery: excision of skin tumors, moles, nevi, cysts, and advanced skin procedures
Laser dermatology for various skin conditions and cosmetic concerns
Treatment of fungal, viral, and bacterial skin infections
Management of venereal diseases (STDs)
Genodermatoses and immunodermatology
Pediatric dermatology
Biologic therapy for psoriasis, eczema, alopecia, chronic urticaria, hidradenitis suppurativa, and bullous diseases
Phototherapy for selected skin diseases
Diagnosis and treatment of hair and nail disorders
Botox injections for hyperhidrosis
Cryotherapy and electrosurgery for warts and other lesions

Education

The Arab Board Certificate in Dermatology and Venereology – Arab Board of Health Specializations
Specialty Certificate in Dermatology – Royal College of Physicians, United Kingdom
Master’s Degree in Dermatology and Venereology – Kasr Al-Ainy Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Egypt
Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine and General Surgery – Egypt

Professional Experience

Consultant Dermatologist with nearly 20 years of extensive clinical experience across the UAE, GCC countries, and Egypt
Core Faculty Member – Dermatology Residency Program, Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU)
Clinical Instructor of Dermatology – MBRU
Actively involved in Graduate Medical Education and training of residents, interns, medical students, and allied healthcare professionals
Former Dermatology Tutor & Coordinator – Kuwaiti Board of Internal Medicine
Contributor to multiple international dermatology publications
Participation in numerous dermatology clinical meetings, workshops, and regional/international conferences

Certifications & Memberships

Member of Emirates Dermatology Society (EDS)
Diploma of Attendance in Preceptorship for Hidradenitis Suppurativa – Hospital de Manises, Spain
Contributor and participant in international dermatology conferences and workshops
Active involvement in dermatology education and residency training programs