Georges-Pascal Haber, MD, PhD

Dr. Georges-Pascal Haber, MD, PhD, is the Chief Executive Officer of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Professor of Surgery, and a globally recognized urologist specializing in robotics. He leads more than 6,000 caregivers with a focus on driving strategic growth, clinical excellence, and innovation, with a strong emphasis on tech-enabled, high-acuity care. In addition to his leadership responsibilities, Dr. Haber continues to practice as a urologist specializing in robotic surgery.

Prior to his current role, Dr. Haber served as Chairman of the Glickman Urological & Kidney Institute at Cleveland Clinic in Ohio. Under his leadership, the institute sustained its global reputation as a top-ranked urology center and became home to the largest urology training program in the United States.

A globally recognized surgical innovator, Dr. Haber has led several medical firsts. These include the first scar-free removal of a healthy kidney for transplant in Europe, the first large series of scar-free kidney and prostate surgeries performed through the belly button, the UAE’s first robotic kidney transplant, and multiple Cleveland Clinic milestones such as the first robotic intracorporeal urinary diversion, robotic autotransplant, and robotic Level 3 IVC thrombectomy.

Dr. Haber’s academic achievements reflect his deep commitment to medical research and education. He has authored over 250 peer-reviewed scientific articles and served as a visiting professor in more than a dozen countries. His career underscores a dedication to innovation, knowledge-sharing, and the advancement of surgical science.

Dr. Haber earned his Master of Science in Surgical Oncology, PhD in Biotechnology, and medical degree in France. He completed his clinical fellowship in robotic urologic surgery at Cleveland Clinic and pursued executive education at both the Wharton School and Harvard Business School.