Dr Saeed Almarzooqi graduated from the royal college of Surgeons in Ireland and completed fellowships in hepatology research, clinical gastroenterology, clinical hepatology, and transplant hepatology from the University of Toronto. His main field of interest is liver disease, pre and post-liver transplant care. He is currently the director of the hepatology service and the program director of gastroenterology fellowship at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, Abu Dhabi.

Dr. Junaid M Khan is American Board Certified in Pediatrics and Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine. He also concurred with the American Board of Medical Quality. He received his MBA in Health Care Management from Ireland.
Currently working as a Director of Medical Education and Sr. Consultant Neonatology.
He is also an adjunct faculty member and Professor of Pediatrics at Khalifa University and a Professor of Pediatrics at Gulf Medical University.
He is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Royal College of Physicians in Canada and has an honorary fellowship from the American Austrian Foundation.
He is a member of the AAP and the American Board of Pediatrics. Also, an active member of the committee for Neonatal Resuscitation.
He is a regional instructor for life support courses (NRP).
He is an examiner at Khalifa Univ. Gulf Medical Univ and also in Pakistan. He established the first CME program in a hospital in Abu Dhabi. Currently, he is chairing the CME committee for the hospital
He has vast experience (>25 yrs.) in medical education and visiting faculty in Pakistan and Canada.
He is on the editorial board of online journals. He is the author of a chapter in a textbook on Neonatal ventilation. He also published extensively in some reputed journals. He is one of the main authors of the Neonatal Resuscitation Manual for Pakistan. Also published his booklet on Non-Invasive Ventilation of neonates. He presented at many national and international conferences and has immense experience in the field of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, with special interests in Respirology of Preterm Neonates, Nutrition, Non-Invasive Monitoring, and Resuscitation.
He is the recipient of many awards and honors.

Dr. Nahed Balalaa graduated from Dubai Medical College and earned the Arab Board of General Surgery specialization as well as the MRCS from Glasgow, UK. She also holds the European Board of Breast Surgery from Belgium, with over 15 years of experience in the field.
She has extensive leadership experience in both education and clinical practice, actively engaging in teaching, course design, and research. Her contributions include distinguished publications and the organization of multiple scientific conferences. Clinically, her practice is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care for women with breast disease and breast cancer.
Dr. Balalaa currently serves as Head of Breast Services and Lead Physician for breast cancer awareness campaigns, regularly participating in workshops and public health initiatives. She is a member of several local and international committees, Chair of the Breast Multidisciplinary Board, Site Director for the General Surgery Residency Training Program, and Adjunct Professor of General Surgery at both Gulf Medical University in Ajman and UAE University in Al Ain.
She is a member of general surgery exmination committee by national institute for health specialities and an examiner in general surgery compreshenisve clinical examination for Emirati board.
Her work has been recognized with numerous awards at both administrative and professional levels. She received the Emirates Women Award (Professional Category) from His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum during the Dubai Quality Group’s Annual Award Ceremony in 2025. Awarded by HH Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al-Nahyan as The Breast Surgeon of the Year - Annual Health Awards 2025, UAE– honoring innovation and excellence in healthcare (Merit for exceptional standard of service, innovation and leadership in the health sector).
Dr. Balalaa hold executive master in health care adminstration (EMHCA) from Zayed univercity with high distiction as well as certificate in the art of negotiation, influence and effective communiation from Anwar Gargash Diplomaic Academy.
Currently, Dr. Balalaa is a Senior Consultant Breast Surgeon at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) in Abu Dhabi.

Prof. Faisal Abaalkhail is a Senior Gastroenterologist and Transplant Hepatologist at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre - Riyadh, KSA and a Professor of Medicine at the College of Medicine at Al Faisal University. He currently serves as the President of the Saudi Society for the Study of Liver Diseases and Transplantation (SASLT) and the Governor of the American College of Physicians - Saudi Arabia Chapter.   

Dr. Manish Madnani is a Specialist Gastrointestinal and Laparoscopic Surgeon and Head of Surgical Division for the Al Nahda Cluster at NMC Specialty Hospital and Clinics, Dubai. With advanced qualifications including MS (General Surgery, Gold Medalist), DNB (GI Surgery), MRCS (England), FACS (USA), and FARIS (Robotic Surgery), MSc Healthcare Leadership from University of Liverpool, he brings a wealth of clinical expertise spanning complex laparoscopic, robotic, and open GI procedures. He holds registrations with the GMC UK, DHA UAE, and NHRA Bahrain, and is a UAE Golden Visa holder. Beyond the operating theatre, Dr. Madnani leads surgical governance, quality improvement, and multidisciplinary care delivery across his cluster, and holds Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and Black Belt certifications. He is passionate about advancing surgical standards in the region and fostering a culture of clinical excellence, innovation, and patient-centric care.

Dr. Tamer Rizk A highly accomplished Consultant Pediatric Neurologist currently practicing at the American Center for Psychiatry and Neurology (ACPN) in Abu Dhabi, UAE. With over 20 years of international experience, his medical career spans clinical practice, academic leadership, and medical research across the USA, UK, Canada, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt. He is a major academic contributor to pediatric neurosciences, with more than 50 published scientific articles in medical journals. His primary research focuses on neuro-management modalities, movement disorders, and spasticity. He has also authored textbooks addressing epilepsy, dystonia, and spasticity, and serves on the editorial boards of multiple pediatric neurology medical journals.

When Dr. Mazin Rasool Aljabiri arrived in the United Arab Emirates in 2011, advanced interventional gastroenterology was still in its early stages. Over the past decade, he has helped transform the specialty, contributing to the UAE’s emergence as a regional leader in advanced digestive healthcare through innovation, education, and minimally invasive treatment.

A British-trained Consultant Gastroenterologist, Interventional Endoscopist, and Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (London), Dr. Aljabiri is Head of Gastroenterology and Digestive Diseases at Mediclinic Parkview Hospital and an Honorary Clinical Assistant Professor at Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU). Throughout his career, he has remained committed to a single vision: bringing world-class digestive healthcare to patients in the UAE while developing sustainable centres of excellence that combine clinical expertise, education, research, and innovation.

Under his leadership, Mediclinic Parkview Hospital has evolved into one of the region’s leading centres for advanced therapeutic endoscopy and achieved international recognition as an Endoscopy Centre of Excellence. He has led the introduction of numerous advanced endoscopic procedures in the UAE, including SpyGlass™️ cholangioscopy, advanced ERCP, endoscopic bariatric therapies, and minimally invasive treatments for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease and early gastrointestinal cancers, allowing many patients to avoid major surgery and overseas referral.

Recognising the transformative potential of artificial intelligence, Dr. Aljabiri also led the implementation of AI-assisted colonoscopy within Mediclinic, contributing to one of the UAE’s first comparative studies demonstrating improved adenoma detection rates through AI-supported endoscopy. His work reflects a belief that technology should enhance, not replace, clinical judgement, enabling safer, more precise, and more personalised patient care.

Over the course of his career, Dr. Aljabiri has performed more than 70,000 diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including advanced ERCP, endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR), endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD), complex polypectomy, haemostasis, and pancreatobiliary interventions. He is widely recognised for combining technical excellence with meticulous clinical judgement and compassionate, patient-centred care.

Before relocating to the UAE, Dr. Aljabiri completed specialist gastroenterology training within the UK’s North East London Deanery, training at internationally renowned institutions including University College London Hospitals, The Royal Free Hospital, Barts and The London, and Basildon University Hospital. His academic contributions include peer-reviewed publications, international presentations, and ongoing involvement in postgraduate medical education.

Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Aljabiri has become a recognised leader in advancing gastroenterology across the Middle East. As a member of the executive leadership of the Emirates Digestive Disease Group and CEO of Emirates Digestive Disease Week (EDDW), he has helped establish one of the region’s leading educational platforms, bringing together internationally renowned faculty, cutting-edge innovation, and multidisciplinary training to elevate standards of digestive healthcare.

His contributions to medicine have been recognised through numerous national and international appointments, including his recognition as Elite Gastroenterologist of the Year 2026. However, Dr. Aljabiri believes that his greatest achievement is not the number of procedures performed or technologies introduced, but the lasting systems, teams, and future leaders he has helped build.

Looking ahead, his ambition is to position the UAE among the world’s leading destinations for advanced digestive healthcare by integrating precision medicine, artificial intelligence, minimally invasive therapies, and world-class education into everyday clinical practice. He believes that true innovation is measured not by the technologies introduced, but by the lives improved, the professionals inspired, and the healthcare systems strengthened for generations to come.

“Success in medicine is not measured by the number of procedures we perform, but by the suffering we prevent, the lives we improve, and the future we help build.” — Dr. Mazin Rasool Aljabiri

Dr. Mohammed Khusheim is a consultant in Internal and Geriatric Medicine graduated from University of Calgary in Canada. He is the Lead of the Long-Term Care Service at Care Medical and Geriatric Clinic Lead at Seha Virtual Hospital, Ministry of Health. A Johns Hopkins Masters of Public Health graduate he is also an adjunct faculty member at Alfaisal University. Dr. Khusheim has led national initiatives on dementia, falls, and aging, and has contributed to clinical policy, education, and media outreach across Saudi Arabia. He is the founder of AgelessAgenda.com, promoting geriatric public health awareness.

Dr Yasmin Giambrone is Head of Radiology at King’s College Hospital London – Dubai and a UK-trained Consultant Breast and Diagnostic Radiologist. She combines executive healthcare leadership with an active clinical practice in breast imaging and intervention, driving innovation in radiology and advancing the responsible integration of artificial intelligence into clinical practice.

Dr Giambrone graduated from Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry in 2009 and was awarded a Distinction in her MSc from Imperial College London in 2012. She completed her specialist training in Clinical Radiology through the Royal Free London training programme before undertaking a dedicated Breast Radiology Fellowship at the Royal Free Hospital, London. Prior to relocating to the UAE, she served as a Consultant Breast Radiologist at Guy’s & St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, one of the UK’s leading tertiary referral centres for breast imaging and intervention.

Since joining King’s College Hospital London – Dubai in 2023, Dr Giambrone has served as Head of Radiology while practising as a Consultant Interventional Breast Radiologist. She leads a multidisciplinary radiology department, driving strategic growth, clinical excellence and digital innovation. Under her leadership, the department has expanded its services, strengthened clinical governance, improved operational performance and reporting turnaround times, and implemented AI-enabled imaging technologies to enhance diagnostic quality and patient care.

A strong advocate for responsible innovation, Dr Giambrone has championed the adoption of artificial intelligence across multiple imaging pathways, including AI-assisted mammography, chest radiography, brain CT and ultrasound. She is passionate about translating emerging technologies into safe, effective clinical practice that enhances diagnostic accuracy, improves operational efficiency and elevates the quality of patient care.

Dr Giambrone believes the future of radiology lies at the intersection of clinical excellence, responsible artificial intelligence and compassionate, patient-centred care.

Dr. Adil Sajwani is a UAE-national Consultant Family Physician and Deputy Medical Director at Mediclinic Parkview Hospital in Dubai, with extensive experience in clinical practice, healthcare leadership, public health communication, and medical education.

Recognized as one of the top three distinguished Emirati physicians in the private sector by the Vice President of the UAE, Dr. Sajwani has delivered more than 300 lectures and webinars across government and private sectors in the UAE within the past three years, contributing significantly to public health awareness and professional education.

He is also a prominent healthcare media personality and influencer, serving as the host and presenter of “UAEBARQ,” the largest Arabic health show on social media in the UAE, reaching an audience of more than 2.5 million followers. He is a regular guest on national and international television and radio programs, where he translates complex medical topics into clear, practical, and trusted health messages for the public.

Dr. Sajwani has received several awards and recognitions for his contributions to medicine, community service, and voluntary work, including the Bahrain Award for Voluntary Work and the Sharjah Award for Voluntary Work.

He completed his medical degree at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland and is board-certified in Family Medicine. He also holds an Executive Master’s in Healthcare Management, a postgraduate Diploma in Public Sector Innovation from the University of Cambridge, and a postgraduate master’s-level certification in Safety, Quality, Informatics and Leadership.

In addition, Dr. Sajwani is a graduate of the UAE Government Executive Leadership Program from the Prime Minister’s Office and serves as an Advisory and Decision Committee Member at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund.

His work reflects a commitment to advancing healthcare leadership, empowering communities through medical knowledge, supporting innovation, and strengthening the role of Emirati physicians in shaping the future of healthcare in the UAE.

Dr Bohaira Elgeyoushi has over 20 years of experience as a Consultant Gynaecologist specialising in Reproductive Medicine (IVF). She previously led the Fertility Department at East Kent University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, one of the UK’s largest NHS trusts, and she was the trust's leadership lead.
Dr Bohaira is a Fellow of the RCOG and CoSRH in London. She was awarded a Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Southampton on “Studies in Women's Reproductive Healthcare”. This generated widely published articles in peer-reviewed journals from the resulting research.
Her legacy lives through the three IVF clinics she established during her 12 years in Dubai, she has organised more than six international conferences, workshops, and educational events focusing on fertility and women’s health
Dr Bohaira is passionate about women’s healthcare and fertility management, emphasising a holistic, patient-centered approach and personalised fertility care. She strongly advocates education and empowerment, helping women make informed decisions about their fertility and reproductive health. Her commitment to education and excellence makes her reputation well-known as a leader in reproductive medicine.

Dr. Shamsa Abdul Manan Al-Awar is an internationally recognized Emirati leader in Obstetrics and Gynecology, serving as Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of OB/GYN at the United Arab Emirates University. Board-certified in both North America and Canada (ABOG, FRCSC), she is a distinguished clinician, academic, researcher, and healthcare strategist with over two decades of impact in women’s health, medical education, and healthcare policy.

A pioneer in advancing women’s healthcare in the UAE, Dr. Al-Awar has led national initiatives in maternal health, cervical cancer prevention, medical education, and healthcare quality. She has authored numerous high-impact scientific publications, established innovative research and educational programs, and served on multiple national and regional medical and policy committees. Her exceptional contributions to medicine, leadership, and community service have earned her prestigious honors, including the Emirati Doctor Award, the UAEU Chancellor’s Medal, and the Arab Women Award in Medicine.

Dr. Dimitrios Kafetzis is the Medical Director and Founding Doctor of Almond Blossoms Fertility & Wellbeing Centre, Dubai. A Consultant in Reproductive Endocrinology, IVF, Obstetrics, and Gynecology, he brings over 16 years of international experience in fertility medicine and women’s health.

Dr. Kafetzis completed his medical degree at Democritus University of Thrace, Greece, before moving to the United Kingdom to pursue advanced specialization. He holds a Master’s Degree in Prenatal Genetics and Fetal Medicine from University College London (UCL), awarded with Distinction, and is accredited by the British Fertility Society. He trained and practiced at leading IVF centres on London’s Harley Street, including ARGC, London Women’s Clinic, and Newlife Fertility Clinic.

Prior to founding Almond Blossoms, he served as Medical Director of Orchid IVF, Dubai, from its establishment in 2016. His clinical expertise spans complex and unexplained infertility, recurrent pregnancy loss, individualized IVF and ICSI protocols, genetic testing (PGT-A, PGT-M), fertility preservation, and hormonal disorders including PCOS and endometriosis.

An internationally recognized Key Opinion Leader in reproductive medicine, Dr. Kafetzis is a regular contributor to major global fertility conferences including ESHRE, ASRM, and MEFS. He is committed to advancing personalized, evidence-based fertility care across the UAE and beyond.

Dr. Carol Coughlan is an internationally recognised Consultant in Reproductive Medicine and Surgery with over two decades of experience supporting individuals and couples through complex fertility challenges. A graduate with honours from University College Cork, she completed specialist training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology through the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland and holds Subspecialist accreditation from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (UK).

She also holds a Medical Doctorate (MD) from the University of Sheffield, with doctoral research focused on recurrent miscarriage and recurrent implantation failure, areas in which she maintains a strong clinical and academic focus. Dr. Coughlan has published extensively in international peer-reviewed journals and is a frequent speaker at global fertility conferences.

Prior to relocating to the UAE in 2016, Dr. Coughlan served as Medical Director of the National Oncofertility Centre at Rotunda Hospital, Dublin, where she led one of Ireland's foremost fertility preservation programmes. She subsequently served as Medical Director at ART Fertility Clinic, Dubai. Known for her compassionate, evidence-based approach, Dr. Coughlan is dedicated to providing personalised fertility care that guides patients through every stage of their journey with confidence and clarity.

Prof. Ahmed Elbohoty is a highly skilled Consultant in Reproductive Medicine and Obstetrics & Gynecology with 23 years of experience in the field. He holds a wealth of advanced qualifications, including an MSc, MD, MRCOG, MIGSC, and EFRM, and has established himself as a leading expert in infertility management and minimally invasive endoscopic surgeries, particularly advanced hysteroscopic procedures. Currently serving as a Consultant at Trust Fertility center in Abu Dhabi, Dr. Ahmed is also a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Ain Shams University in Cairo, where he has played a pivotal role in educating and mentoring the next generation of medical professionals. Since 2009, he has held numerous consultant roles in Egypt, consistently demonstrating his clinical excellence and dedication to patient care. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Ahmed served as the Director of Academic Affairs for HealthPlus Network of Specialty Centers and Moorfields Eye Hospital in Abu Dhabi. He is actively involved in the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (RCOG) and the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE), regularly participating in their initiatives and staying at the forefront of advancements in reproductive health. With a strong foundation in leadership, communication, and teamwork, Prof. Ahmed excels in both clinical and academic environments, consistently contributing to the success of the organizations he serves. His exceptional problem-solving abilities, patient-centric approach, and commitment to medical innovation make him a respected figure in the field of reproductive medicine.

Dr. Walid Sayed is an accomplished medical professional with over 30 years of experience in gynecology, obstetrics, and reproductive medicine. He holds a Bachelor of Medicine (M.B.B.S) from Ein Shams University in Egypt and specialized in gynecological endocrinology and reproductive medicine in Germany. Dr. Sayed further achieved a doctorate and German Board (Facharzt) certification in gynecology and obstetrics from Düsseldorf, Germany, making him a recognized expert in fertility and reproductive health on an international level. Throughout his career, Dr. Sayed has held key leadership positions at renowned fertility centers. He currently serves as the Group Medical Director at BMC Trust Fertility Clinic, where he oversees clinical operations and leads advanced fertility treatments. Prior to this, Dr. Sayed was the Medical Director and Consultant in Gynecology, Obstetrics, and Fertility at Healthplus Women’s Health Center in Abu Dhabi for over a decade. His extensive experience also includes notable tenures at Tawam Hospital’s IVF unit in the UAE and IVF centers across Germany, where he contributed to groundbreaking advancements in reproductive medicine. Dr. Sayed is recognized for his clinical expertise, strategic leadership, and commitment to improving patient outcomes. His contributions to fertility care, combined with his ability to guide medical teams and shape patient-centric treatment approaches, make him a highly respected figure in the field.

Dr. Vivek Mundada is a British Board-certified ​consultant paediatric neurologist ​trained in India and the UK. After completing his MBBS and DCH in India, he went to the UK for further subspeciality training. Upon completion of the subspeciality training in Paediatric Neurodisability and Neurology, he received CCT in this area. 

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, UK has awarded him the MRCPCH and DCH degrees as well as the prestigious fellowship (FRCPCH).  He has worked in several hospitals in the UK, including Royal London Hospital, Great Ormond Street Hospital, Addenbrookes Hospital, and Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. His work in the field of acquired brain injury as the consultant paediatric neurologist in Royal London Hospital was acknowledged by the House of Lords, UK.

Dr. Mundada is an active member of several professional associations, including the British Paediatric Neurology Association, the European Paediatric Neurology Society, the International Child Neurology Association, the British Academy of Childhood Disability, the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine, the International Headache Society, and the Indian Association of Paediatrics. 

With his initiative, two of the Spinal Muscular Atrophy children received gene therapy for the first time in the UAE in November 2020. Till date many infants with this condition from countries like Iran, Turkey, Romania, Nepal, and Ethiopia have received successful gene therapy under his care.

Apart from the complex paediatric epilepsies and neurodevelopmental disorders, his areas of special interest lie in childhood headaches and paediatric movement disorder. He serves as a faculty for the British Paediatric Neurology Association run international courses- ‘Paediatric Epilepsy Training (PET)’ and ‘Childhood Headache Training (CHaT)’. In the areas of his interest, he has conducted and led various research projects which have been presented on various international platforms and published in peer-reviewed journals. 

Dr. Vivek Mundada's training and experience makes him highly qualified to treat complex neurological conditions in children such as complex epilepsy, childhood headaches, cerebral palsy and other movement disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, neonatal neurology, neuromuscular disorders, complex neurodisability and congenital neurological disorders. 

 In addition to his work as a medical specialist, Dr. Mundada loves to sing and is formally trained in Indian classical music. He has been actively involved in teaching students and nurses at different hospitals and medical colleges in UK and India. He loves reading literature and traveling. Dr. Mundada speaks English, Hindi, Marathi and Urdu.

Dr. Aysha Almentheri is an Emirati Consultant Gynecologist at Burjeel Medical City, Abu Dhabi, specializing in advanced minimally invasive gynecological surgery, robotic surgery, pelvic reconstructive surgery, and regenerative gynecology.

After earning her medical degree from Dubai Medical College, Dr. Almentheri completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology through the Assistance Publique–Hôpitaux de Paris (AP-HP) under the University of Paris Descartes, followed by advanced fellowship training in minimally invasive gynecological surgery, robotics, and aesthetic and reconstructive gynecology in France. She also completed the Harvard Medical School Global Clinical Scholars Research Training Program, strengthening her expertise in clinical research and healthcare leadership.

Dr. Almentheri has developed extensive expertise in laparoscopic and robotic surgery for the management of complex gynecological conditions. Her practice is dedicated exclusively to gynecological, reconstructive, and women's wellness care.

A strong advocate for advancing women's health through innovation, precision medicine, and technology, Dr. Almentheri is committed to improving patient outcomes by integrating cutting-edge surgical techniques with evidence-based care. She is an active member of several international professional societies in gynecological surgery and continues to contribute to the advancement of minimally invasive and robotic gynecology in the UAE and beyond.

Dr. Marian Khatib is a Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon and Chief of the Breast Cancer Center at American Hospital Dubai. A pioneer in the field, she is the first female robotic breast surgeon in the Middle East and is recognized for advancing breast cancer care through innovation, surgical excellence, and patient-centered treatment.

Dr. Khatib completed advanced subspecialty training in oncoplastic and reconstructive breast surgery at Oxford University Hospitals and the Royal United Hospitals in the United Kingdom. She also holds an MBA in Healthcare Innovation, reflecting her commitment to transforming healthcare delivery and driving innovation in cancer care.

In addition to her clinical leadership, Dr. Khatib serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Sharjah and Gulf Medical University, where she is actively involved in medical education and mentorship. As Chief of the Breast Cancer Center, she leads a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering comprehensive, evidence-based breast care.

Dr. Jamal Alamiri, MD, is a Consultant Urologist at the Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, specializing in minimally invasive and robotic urologic surgery.

Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Dr. Alamiri served as a Consultant Urologist at Cleveland Clinic’s main campus in Ohio, USA, where he provided care for patients with complex urologic conditions and was involved in resident education, clinical research, and clinical trials.

Dr. Alamiri earned his medical degree from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI), graduating with First Class Honors. He is the first Emirati and international medical graduate to complete a urology residency at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, USA. He subsequently completed fellowship training in Endourology, Robotic Surgery, and Minimally Invasive Urologic Oncology Surgery at Mayo Clinic.

Dr. Alamiri is the first Emirati American Board Certified Urologist. His honors include the Distinguished Doctor Scholarship from the Ministry of Presidential Affairs of the United Arab Emirates, with the support of the Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation. In addition recognition through the Kelalis Resident Essay Competition from the Minnesota Urological Society. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications in urology and has presented research at prominent international conferences. Dr. Alamiri is a member of the American Urological Association and the Endourology Society.

Dr. Joseph Dib is a Functional Medicine Physician and Longevity Expert at PURA Longevity
Clinic, Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), Abu Dhabi. With more than 29 years of
international clinical experience across the Middle East, USA, India, Mexico, and North Africa, his
expertise covers functional medicine, longevity medicine, reproductive health, and root-cause
medicine.
Dr. Dib is a general practitioner, holds a Higher Professional Diploma in Obstetrics and
Gynecology from the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (RCPI), is a member of the
Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM), USA, a Fellow of the Medical Academy of Pediatric
Special Needs (MAPS), USA, and has advanced certifications in Hyperbaric and Diving
Medicine, Ozone Therapy, and Peptide Therapy from USA.
Throughout his career, he has led and developed multidisciplinary functional medicine
programs across the Middle East, and internationally, with a particular focus on fertility
optimization, longevity, metabolic health, and personalized precision medicine. Dr. Dib
is recognized for integrating evidence-based conventional medicine with advanced
functional diagnostics to address the underlying causes of chronic disease and optimize
long-term health outcomes.
Dr. Dib has authored scientific publications in the field of fertility and reproductive
medicine, contributing to the advancement of evidence-based functional approaches to
infertility and reproductive health.

Dr. Aisha Alyassi is an Internal Medicine resident at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and a graduate of the University of Sharjah College of Medicine. She is currently pursuing a Master of Public Health at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, alongside postgraduate training in clinical leadership. Her professional interests include internal medicine, preventive and predictive healthcare, clinical research, medical education, and healthcare leadership. She has contributed to research and healthcare innovation initiatives and is passionate about advancing patient-centered care through the integration of clinical practice, public health, and healthcare innovation.

Dr. Rahat Ghazanfar is a triple board-certified physician in Obesity Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, and Precision Nutrition, and currently serves as Clinical Director for Longevity & Lifestyle Medicine at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, Abu Dhabi.

She is at the forefront of the longevity medicine movement, leading the design and delivery of integrated, biomarker-driven and lifestyle-based care models that focus on healthspan optimization, chronic disease prevention, and precision-guided interventions. Her clinical approach blends advanced diagnostics, personalized nutrition, movement science, stress physiology, and behavioral change to deliver sustainable, patient-centered outcomes.

In addition to her clinical leadership role, Dr. Ghazanfar is an active researcher and innovator, with a strong focus on metabolic health, epigenetics, stress biology, and lifestyle interventions across the lifespan, including survivorship and complex chronic disease populations. She is deeply involved in shaping scalable longevity frameworks aligned with public health and healthcare transformation.

A global speaker and thought leader, Dr. Ghazanfar regularly presents at regional and international forums on longevity medicine, precision health, lifestyle interventions, and the future of preventive care. Through her clinical work, research, and education initiatives, she continues to advocate for a shift from reactive sick-care to proactive, personalized, and longevity-focused healthcare, placing vitality, resilience, and well-being at the center of modern medicine.

Dr. Hawraa Sameer Sajwani is an internationally trained and highly accomplished Consultant Psychiatrist with over 17 years of experience across the UAE, U.S., and Canada. She holds a sub-specialization in Addiction and Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry from the University of Toronto and University of California Los Angeles. She is recognized as the first Emirati physician licensed in Addiction Psychiatry, and has held several senior leadership roles in national mental health strategy and clinical unit management. Her expertise lie in the integration of physical and mental health, managing complex psychiatric disorders and co-occurring disorders. Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Hawraa is a dedicated educator and researcher. She has served as a training director and a faculty member in several Psychiatry training programs. She currently serves as the Scientific Committee Chairperson of the Emirates Mental Health Society and the Director of Mental Health at New York University Abu Dhabi.

Dr. Hind Al Ali is a Senior Specialist Psychiatrist at Rashid Hospital, Dubai Health, and Secretary General of the Emirates Mental Health Society. She holds the Arab Board Certificate in Psychiatry and an MSc in Healthcare Management from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) Institute of Leadership, complemented by postgraduate training in Applied Psychological Skills and Competencies in Mental Health.
With clinical expertise in psychiatry and intellectual disability, Dr. Al Ali brings a unique perspective at the intersection of mental health, healthcare leadership, and system transformation. Through her clinical, academic, research, and professional leadership roles, she is actively contributing to the advancement of mental healthcare in the UAE.

Her work focuses on building more accessible, integrated, and patient-centered mental health services and exploring how innovation and evolving models of healthcare can support better mental health outcomes across the UAE.

Dr. Fatima Youssef is a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and Vice President of the Emirates Mental Health Society. She is a psychiatrist with extensive clinical experience across child, adolescent, and adult mental health services, including outpatient, inpatient, and liaison psychiatry.
Alongside her clinical work, Dr. Youssef has been actively involved in postgraduate medical education, clinical supervision, service development, quality improvement, and mental health advocacy. She has contributed to the training and development of psychiatry residents and fellows and has been involved in initiatives aimed at strengthening child and adolescent mental health services and improving access to high-quality, evidence-based care.

Through her role with the Emirates Mental Health Society, she contributes to professional and public mental health initiatives, with a particular interest in raising mental health awareness, reducing stigma, and promoting meaningful dialogue around emerging issues in psychiatry and mental healthcare.

Khlood Mustafa Catroon is a senior clinical pharmacist at Corniche Hospital, the premier maternity hospital in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. Khlood obtained both her B.Sc. and M.Sc. in pharmacy from the College of Pharmacy, Baghdad University in 1990 and 1997 respectively.
Khlood is also SIDP certified and ASHP certified in Emergency Medicine and pharmacogenomics
Khlood has 12 years’ work as an assistant teacher in the College of Pharmacy, Baghdad
In 2008, Khlood joined Corniche hospital in Abu Dhabi
Khlood has conducted research at Baghdad University in addition to her participation in many projects, audits related to quality improvement, and medication safety initiatives both at the hospital and SEHA level, in addition to her role as a Co-chair for Corniche antimicrobial stewardship program Co-chair for the hospital PTC
Khlood is the silver winner at SEHA level for the QIP entitled “A Collaborative Approach to Enhancing Medication Safety in a Tertiary Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and shortlisted for IHSAN AWARD – 2021 3RD Cycle/ SEHA Allied Health Excellence Award and for 1st and 2nd SEHA Audit Award 2024 and 2025 / Patient Safety and SEHA level
She is a member of a list of committees at Corniche hospital and at the level of SEHA including SEHA ASP committee where she is responsible for ASP SEHA staff educational programs
She is a co-author for several published articles and participated as a Scientific committee member/speaker in a huge number of national and international conferences.
She is an active board member of Emirates Clinical Pharmacy Society ECPS

Dianna Reid is a Psychotherapeutic Clinician whose work sits at the intersection of mental health, human development and cultural context. Holding an MSc in Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy for Children and Adolescents alongside a BSc in Anthropology, Dianna brings a rare biopsychosocial lens to clinical practice; one that reads presenting symptoms not in isolation but against the fuller architecture of a person's family system, cultural identity and developmental trajectory.

Across a career spanning the NHS England, Mind UK and Founder-led practice at Working Through It Therapy, Dianna has provided psychotherapeutic intervention and clinical care to children, adolescents, young adults and families navigating complex presentations. This clinical grounding is matched by cross-sector fluency, partnerships with education providers, social care systems and youth development organisations including The King's Trust have positioned Dianna as a connective voice between frontline mental health delivery and the wider ecosystems -schools, families and policy.

Dr. Ahmad El Ouweini is an Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice and the Director of the Master of Clinical Pharmacy Program at Dubai Medical University. Dr. Ahmad is also a Critical Care Clinical Pharmacist and Preceptor at Dubai Medical University Hospital. He chairs the Scientific Committee of the Emirates Clinical Pharmacy Society. Also, he chairs the IVPN-AR Organizing Committee and leads the IVPN-Critical Care Listserv. He also serves as the Social Media and Digital Lead for the Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy Section of the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine. Dr. El Ouweini completed an ACCP-accredited postdoctoral fellowship in Clinical Pharmacy Research with a focus on Critical Care, jointly offered by Gulf Medical University and Washington State University. He is a Board-Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist. At Lebanese American University, he earned both his Doctor of Pharmacy in 2019, and an ASHP-accredited PGY1 pharmacy practice residency in 2020, and held clinical and academic roles at the Lebanese American University and Gulf Medical University from 2020 to 2025.

Dr. Sherif is an internationally recognized surgeon with extensive experience in Upper Gastrointestinal & Bariatric surgery. He is presently Head of the Division of Surgery at Emirates Specialty Hospital, Dubai. He previously held numerous UK National Leadership roles: Council Member & Professional Education Lead (3.5 years) and Trustee (3.5 years) of the British Obesity & Metabolic Specialists Society (BOMSS), Service Lead (5-years) of the East-Midlands Bariatric & Metabolic Institute (EMBMI), developed and directed the post-CCT National Bariatric Surgery Fellowship approved by the Royal College of Surgeons of England (10-years). Over the course of his career, he has performed a high volume of complex upper GI work, contributed to development of enhanced recovery pathways (Co-author of the World Guidelines on Enhanced Recovery After Bariatric Surgery), authored >50 peer-reviewed publications, delivered >60 international presentations, written numerous book chapters, and Co-Edited The Handbook of Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery. He has delivered many international invited speaker presentations in the US and Europe on enhancing surgical pathways and operating theatre efficiency. 

Dr. Maryam Al Shehhi, is a consultant clinical geneticist at Sheikh Khalifa Medical city, Abu Dhabi and an adjunct associate professor of Genetics and Genomic Medicine at the UAE University, college of medicine and health sciences. She has many publications in medical genetics including new discoveries of rare disease genes. She is a member of the SEHA Genomics Service Line and a faculty trainer at UAEU Medical Genetics Fellowship training and Genetic Counselling Master course. Her areas of interest and research are rare genetic diseases, dysmorphology, skeletal dysplasia, neurodevelopment and neuromuscular disorders.

Alia Abdel-Razeq, the Chief Operating Officer at CellSave Arabia, stands as a prominent figurehead in the forefront of the stem cell and regenerative medicine revolution in the Middle East. She has a background rooted in chemical and pharmaceutical engineering, complemented by extensive experience in healthcare management and research. Under Alia’s insightful leadership, CellSave Arabia has expanded its offerings to cater comprehensively to the diverse needs of individuals and institutions. Notably, a groundbreaking addition is newborn stem cell storage for longevity purposes, empowering families with future-use options with stem cells and stem cell-derived exosomes. Furthermore, CellSave Arabia is pioneering stem cell therapy services, revolutionizing treatments for conditions such as autoimmune disorders, heart disease, neurological ailments, regenerative medicine, and more.

Dr. Wafaa is deeply involved in medical education. She is an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Sharjah College of Medicine and an Assistant Professor at both Beirut Arab University Faculty of Medicine and the Lebanese University Faculty of Health Sciences. She also serves as a DHA examiner, assessing physicians seeking licensure to practice in the UAE.

A frequent speaker at local and regional pediatric conferences, Dr. Wafaa is a member of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, the Lebanese Order of Physicians, and the Lebanese Pediatric Society.

Dr Rita A. Sakr (MD PhD - Ass Professor) is a French / European Board certified, American Fellow, Breast Oncoplastic Surgeon & Ob-Gynecologist with over 20 years of surgical, clinical, academic and research experience in the field.After training in both France and the USA, Dr Rita Sakr was appointed Consultant Breast Oncoplastic Surgeon & Ob-Gynecologist in several institutions, including Institut Curie / Paris, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre / New York and Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris. She also held the position of Associate Professor and co-Head of the Breast and Gynecology Care Unit for high risk patients at Pierre & Marie Curie / Sorbonne University, France. She later relocated to Dubai as Consultant Breast surgeon & Ob-Gynecologist. Dr Rita Sakr is member of various clinical societies such as American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Association for Cancer Research, European Society of Surgical Oncology, Emirates Oncology Society, Europa Donna etc… She has got more than 100 publications and abstracts in peer-reviewed journals and international conferences, and was awarded many international recognitions such as American Association Cancer Research Award and San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium Award. In addition to her wide surgical, clinical and academic experience, Dr Rita Sakr has a passion for patients’ advocacy and has been actively involved in multiple associations for breast cancer survivorship in Europe, USA, and UAE.

Dr Anahita Farahbod is a Specialist Family Medicine who obtained her post graduate from Royal College of London. She currently serves as the Head of Department at Mediclinic Dubai Mall and is also a lecturer at Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU).

Dr. Farahbod is highly experienced in primary care, as well as the management of acute and chronic diseases.