As Interest in Sports Medicine Increases in the UAE, Cutting Edge Facility Welcomes Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

In line with the growing emphasis on sports medicine in the United Arab Emirates, Dr. Herve Ouanezar, MD has joined the team at Dubai-based nanoM, a state-of-the-art performance and health assessment facility catering to professional athletes. 

nanoM’s newest Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Dr. Ouanezar graduated at the top of his class from Claude Bernard University Medical School in Lyon, France. After his residency, he completed three world-renowned fellowships at FIFA Centres in Sports Medicine and Knee Surgery. His specialised clinical interests include anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, complex multi-ligament knee injuries, knee meniscus tears and transplantation, patellofemoral instability and pain, and cartilage restoration procedures. He has published more than twenty peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts and book chapters, and given many professional presentations and lectures.

Dr Herve Ouanezar, MD Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon (Photo - AETOSWire)

Karan Rekhi, Vice President – Operations of nanoM, stated, “It is an honour to have Dr. Ouanezar join our team of world-renowned physicians and staff. With a wealth of information and expertise, he is a welcome addition to a team of professionals that strives to improve and preserve the health and wellness of elite athletes and sportspeople.”

With advancements in medicine and surgical techniques, ACL injuries are no longer considered career-ending. Staying current on the latest trends and treatments, nanoM – an Emirates Healthcare Company – uses state-of-the-art technology to analyse sportspeople’s health and fitness levels and identify and treat existing or potential injuries. The facility includes a movement analysis area with high definition cameras to monitor and analyse whole body motion. With a focus on a range of sports including football, golf, cricket, tennis, and mixed martial arts, nanoM provides professional athletes with comprehensive medical assessments.