12 + years
A Team You Can Rely On
Where People Come First — Not Just Protocols
Our doctors come from a range of specialties, but they share one purpose: to provide thoughtful, personalised care that puts your wellbeing first. Whether you're here for a check-up, dental care, paediatrics, family medicine, orthopaedics, or emotional support, you’ll be met by someone who listens — and genuinely cares.
What sets our team apart isn’t just their clinical experience — it’s how they work together. We take a collaborative approach to every case, with doctors who communicate closely, support each other, and put your needs at the centre of every decision.
We don’t rush appointments or push unnecessary treatments. We take the time to understand your concerns, explain your options clearly, and work with you to create a plan that makes sense for your life.
These are the people behind Somerset Clinic — the ones bringing integrity, clarity, and compassion to healthcare every day.
Paediatrics
Dr Talal Farha
Consultant Paediatrician
Dr. Farha is an Oxford UK-trained Consultant Paediatrician with overall experience of over 25 years, with more that a decade of experience in Dubai. He specialises in complicated paediatric cases, paediatric cardiology, neonatal care, and developmental concerns. Formerly Head of Paediatrics at Mediclinic City Hospital, he now leads paediatric care at Somerset Clinic, combining clinical expertise with a patient-first approach. Fluent in English and Arabic.
Dr Sam Hassan
Consultant Paediatrician
Dr Sam is a Senior Consultant Paediatrician and academic with over 40 years of experience across the UK, Germany, and the Middle East. He has treated over 100,000 children and specialises in developmental, respiratory, and neonatal care. His approach combines deep clinical insight with collaboration between parents, schools, and healthcare teams.
Dr Abdelhadi Abdelhadi
Consultant Paediatrician – Neonatology
Dr Hadi is a UK-trained Neonatologist with over 25 years of experience in neonatal intensive care. He specialises in the management of extreme prematurity, brain injury, and respiratory support for newborns. Known for his calm expertise and clear communication with families, he brings deep clinical skill to even the most complex neonatal cases.
Dental
Dr Samy Darwish
Oral Surgeon
Dr Samy is a highly qualified Oral Surgeon with extensive UK training and postgraduate expertise in sedation, periodontics, implants, and restorative dentistry. He’s known for combining technical precision with a compassionate chairside manner, and also teaches dental students at multiple levels.
Dr Sumbal Khokhar
General Dentist
Dr Sumbal is a UK- and Dubai-trained dentist with over 15 years of experience. She’s known for her calm, empathetic approach — especially with children and anxious patients. Passionate about oral health education and preventative care, she also dedicates time to school programmes and community outreach.
Dr Sofia Al Zuriqat
General Dentist
Dr Sofia is an experienced General Dentist with international training and a focus on preventative care. She is especially skilled in working with children and nervous patients, offering a gentle, communicative approach across treatments like paediatric dentistry, crowns, and cosmetic procedures.
Orthopedic
Dr Kai Bernsmann
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr Kai is a senior Orthopaedic Surgeon with over 30 years of European experience. He specialises in minimally invasive spinal surgery, joint replacement, and advanced pain management. His patient-first approach prioritises non-surgical solutions whenever possible.
Psychotherapy
Ms Tarana Khatri
Counselling Psychologist
Ms Tarana is a trauma-informed Counselling Psychologist and certified Dance Movement Psychotherapist. With over 8 years of experience, she supports children, teens, and adults through anxiety, grief, ADHD, and emotional regulation using a creative, culturally sensitive approach tailored to each client’s needs.