Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi
Consultant Bariatric, Laparoscopic, Advanced Robotic, Gastrointestinal & Oncology Surgeon
Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi provides advanced surgical care in bariatric, laparoscopic, advanced robotic, gastrointestinal and oncology surgery, with a focus on safe assessment, modern techniques and long-term patient follow-up.
Why do patients trust Dr. Al-Zaitawi?
Trust starts with how the decision is made: a careful assessment of each patient, an honest explanation of the options before surgery, and follow-up that does not end when the operation does.
Individual assessment for every case
The choice of operation depends not only on weight, but also on medical history, diabetes, reflux and lifestyle.
A clear explanation before deciding
The available options, risks and expected results are explained plainly before an operation is chosen.
Experience in revision surgery
Evaluation of weight regain or poor results after previous bariatric surgery, with a clear corrective plan.
Follow-up after surgery
Structured medical and nutritional follow-up after surgery to improve results and reduce risks.
About Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi
Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi is a Consultant Bariatric, Laparoscopic, Advanced Robotic, Gastrointestinal and Oncology Surgeon, and the founder and director of his center in Amman, Jordan. He is one of the surgeons specialized in advanced bariatric surgery and revision procedures in Jordan and the Arab region, with more than 15 years of experience.
Career in Bariatric Surgery
He began his career in general surgery and then specialized in bariatric and laparoscopic surgery, with a particular focus on evaluating patients with obesity and choosing the most suitable operation for each case — whether sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, SASI or revision surgery after a previous procedure.
Board Certification & Fellowships
He holds the Jordanian Board in General Surgery (2011) and an official subspecialty in Laparoscopic & Bariatric Surgery from the Jordan Medical Council (2023). He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS, Chicago 2012), a member of IFSO, the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders, and a founding member of both the American College of Surgeons Jordan Chapter and the Jordanian Society for Bariatric Surgery.
International Training
His training extends beyond Jordan. He received advanced training in the United States and diploma training in laparoscopic and bariatric surgery in Strasbourg, France, and has taken part in international scientific conferences and workshops in the United Kingdom, Poland, the Czech Republic, Belgium, Turkey, France and the USA.
Robotic Surgery
His robotic experience began in 2017 on the da Vinci Surgical System in Washington, USA, and continued with training and hands-on work on the Toumai robotic system by MicroPort MedBot — the platform he used for Jordan's first robotic sleeve gastrectomy. He offers robotic surgery in suitable cases alongside conventional laparoscopy, as decided by each patient's assessment.
Approach to Care
He treats surgery as part of a complete care plan that starts with careful medical evaluation, a review of the medical history and eating habits, and assessment of related conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, reflux and sleep apnea, before choosing the right procedure for each patient.
Surgical Experience
His surgical experience covers sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, mini gastric bypass, SASI, re-sleeve, revision gastric bypass and the correction of previous bariatric operations, in addition to gastrointestinal surgery, laparoscopic gallbladder removal, hernia repair and oncology surgery.
Patients from Jordan and Abroad
The center welcomes patients from Jordan, Iraq, the Gulf states and other Arab countries, as well as from Europe and the Americas, with continuous medical and nutritional follow-up before and after surgery to help each patient achieve healthy weight loss and a better quality of life.
Medical Review of This Website
He personally reviews the medical guides and articles published on this website, so the information patients read here reflects the same approach he follows in clinic.
Jordan's First Robotic Sleeve Gastrectomy
At the Specialty Hospital in Amman, using the multi-arm Toumai system by MicroPort MedBot, Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi performed Jordan's first robotic sleeve gastrectomy — Robotic Sleeve Gastrectomy (Lap. Assisted) — combining the precision of robotic surgery with his long experience in laparoscopic bariatric surgery.
da Vinci Surgical System
One of the most widely used robotic surgical platforms in the world, with magnified 3D high-definition vision and wristed instruments that allow precise movement in tight spaces.
Toumai Robotic Surgical System
A multi-arm platform with an immersive 3D surgeon console, used for Jordan's first robotic sleeve gastrectomy.
- ✓Magnified 3D view of the operative field
- ✓Steady, precise instrument movement in tight spaces
- ✓An advanced option for revision and complex cases when appropriate
- ✓Medical assessment decides whether robotic or laparoscopic surgery suits you best
Photos from Jordan's first robotic sleeve gastrectomy
From the operating room at the Specialty Hospital in Amman: Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi and his surgical team with the Toumai robot by MicroPort MedBot.
Medical Qualifications
Original documents
- Founding Member – American College of Surgeons, Jordan Chapter
- Founding Member – Jordanian Society for Bariatric Surgery
- Member – IFSO
- Member – International & American Societies of Breast Surgery
- Member – International Society of Oncology & Gastrointestinal Surgery
Global Surgical Exposure
Washington, USA
Robotic surgery experience on the da Vinci Surgical System since 2017.
MicroPort MedBot – Toumai Robotic System
Training and hands-on experience on the Toumai robotic surgical platform and its 3D surgeon console.
Chicago, USA
Admitted as a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) in Chicago in 2012.
Strasbourg, France
Laparoscopic surgery training at IRCAD – European Institute of TeleSurgery (2013) and diploma training in laparoscopic and bariatric surgery.
Washington, DC area, USA
ObesityWeek 2017, the leading international meeting on obesity and bariatric surgery, hosted by ASMBS and The Obesity Society.
Cairo, Egypt
Liposuction & Body Contouring diploma course (AACME, 31.5 CME hours, 2023), relevant to body contouring after major weight loss.
United Kingdom
Scientific conferences and continuing medical education.
Belgium, Poland & Czech Republic
Advanced medical conferences, workshops and bariatric updates.
Turkey
Regional and international surgical congress participation.
Areas of Expertise
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Advanced laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy for carefully selected bariatric patients.
Bikini Sleeve
A discreet sleeve approach for selected patients seeking minimal visible scarring.
Gastric Bypass
Classic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass based on reflux, diabetes and patient profile.
Mini Gastric Bypass
One-anastomosis gastric bypass for selected patients after full evaluation.
SASI Surgery
Single anastomosis sleeve ileal bypass for selected metabolic and bariatric cases.
Revision Bariatric Surgery
Evaluation and surgical correction after previous weight loss procedures when needed.
Re-Sleeve Surgery
Re-shaping a dilated sleeve after careful imaging and assessment.
Revision Gastric Bypass
Correction of weight regain or complications after a previous bypass.
Robotic Sleeve Gastrectomy
Robot-assisted sleeve gastrectomy for suitable cases, after assessing whether robotic or laparoscopic surgery fits best.
Gallbladder Surgery
Laparoscopic gallbladder removal with fast recovery.
Hernia Surgery
Laparoscopic and open hernia repair tailored to each case.
Gastrointestinal & Oncology Surgery
Experience in selected gastrointestinal and tumor-related procedures.
Surgery in Amman, Jordan
Dr. Al-Zaitawi operates in accredited private hospitals in Amman. The most suitable hospital is chosen according to the type of operation, the patient's health condition and the level of care required, in line with medical safety and quality standards.
Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi Bariatric, Laparoscopic & Advanced Robotic Surgery Center
Al-Husseini Medical Complex 1, Hunain Bin Ishaq Street, opposite the Specialty Hospital, Shmeisani, Amman, Jordan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi?
A Consultant Bariatric, Laparoscopic, Advanced Robotic, Gastrointestinal and Oncology Surgeon, and the founder and director of his center in Amman, Jordan.
Who performed the first robotic sleeve gastrectomy in Jordan?
Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi, at the Specialty Hospital in Amman, using the multi-arm Toumai system by MicroPort MedBot. The procedure is medically known as Robotic Sleeve Gastrectomy (Lap. Assisted).
Which robotic surgical systems has Dr. Al-Zaitawi worked on?
He has worked on the da Vinci Surgical System in Washington, USA since 2017, and on the Toumai robotic surgical system by MicroPort MedBot.
What are Dr. Al-Zaitawi's main procedures?
Sleeve gastrectomy (laparoscopic or robotic), Bikini Sleeve, gastric bypass, mini gastric bypass, SASI, re-sleeve, revision gastric bypass and laparoscopic gallbladder removal, alongside gastrointestinal and oncology surgery.
Is every bariatric operation done robotically?
No. The approach — robotic or laparoscopic — is chosen after assessing each case, based on weight, surgical history, related conditions and the surgical team's judgment.
What are Dr. Al-Zaitawi's qualifications?
He holds the Jordanian Board in General Surgery and an official subspecialty in Laparoscopic & Bariatric Surgery from the Jordan Medical Council, and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). The original certificates are published on the credentials page.
Does Dr. Al-Zaitawi perform revision bariatric surgery?
Yes. His experience includes evaluating failed or unsatisfactory previous bariatric operations and performing the appropriate revision procedure for each case.
Does Dr. Al-Zaitawi perform Bikini Sleeve?
Bikini Sleeve can be discussed for selected patients after medical evaluation, anatomy review and surgical planning.
Where does Dr. Al-Zaitawi operate?
He operates in accredited private hospitals in Amman, Jordan. The most suitable hospital is chosen according to the type of operation and the patient's health condition.
Can patients from abroad arrange surgery with Dr. Al-Zaitawi?
Yes. Patients from the Gulf, Iraq, Europe and North America can coordinate the consultation, medical evaluation, travel planning and follow-up before arriving in Jordan.