Katayoon Homayoon

Dr. Katayoon Homayoon is a specialist gastroenterologist at Dubai London Hospital with 11 years of experience in gastroenterology and hepatology. She specializes in internal medicine and performs endoscopic and colonoscopic procedures. Dr. Homayoon graduated from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, which houses a transplant center.

Clinical Focus and Methods

Dr. Homayoon treats a range of digestive and liver conditions. She treats chronic autoimmune diseases like ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. Additionally, she identifies esophageal motility disorders and gastroesophageal reflux. The doctor also performs liver assessments using liver elastography and fibro scans. Her diagnostic work includes finding the cause of occult blood and rectal bleeding.

Gastrointestinal and Hepatic Conditions

• Irritable bowel syndrome and food intolerance
• Acute and chronic diarrhea, flatulence, and constipation
• Gastric and duodenal ulcers caused by H. pylori
• Fatty liver, cirrhosis, liver cysts, and abscesses
• Pancreatitis and biliary tract diseases
• Celiac disease and malabsorption issues

Specialized Procedures

Dr. Homayoon provides high-precision diagnostic imaging for the digestive tract. She performs upper gastrointestinal endoscopy to examine the esophagus and stomach. Furthermore, she conducts total lower GI colonoscopies to screen for polyps and cancer. She also performs gastrointestinal emergency procedures to help in the early detection of Barrett's esophagus and gastrocele.

Education and Academic Background

Dr. Homayoon completed her medical training in Iran. She earned her degree from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences. This institution is linked to the Abu-Ali Sina Hospital transplant center. She practiced internal medicine for 16 years before specializing. This background helps her treat patients with conditions involving multiple organ systems.