Pre-Conference Course Program 2025

Salah Al Rubaie MD

Consultant Dermatologist | Iraq

Dr. Salah Al Rubaie has served as a consultant dermatologist at Rashid Hospital for more than 20 years during which he trained hundreds of aspiring physicians and dermatologists, many of whom continued their careers successfully in the country and internationally. Dr Salah is an MD Doctorate in dermatology having completed his training from Cairo University (Kasr Al-Ainy) School of Medicine. He then continued his medical career in New York where he completed a fellowship in Dermatopathology at the world renown New York University (NYU) and affiliated hospital. He has published more than 70 different clinical research papers both locally and internationally, as well as hundreds of oral presentations in the United Arab Emirates, France, China, Italy, and the United Kingdom. His oral presentations and talks have covered many different topics including LASER’s and genodermatosis as well as chronic dermatological diseases such as Acne vulgaris, Atopic dermatitis, Hair loss, and Psoriasis. His areas of interest are biological therapies for atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, and alopecia areata. Dr Salah AL Rubaie has been recognised on an international level and he has been chosen as the “Man of the Year” by the Marquis Who’s Who in the World in 1999 and “Man of the Year” by the Marquis Who’s Who in Science and Engineering from 2000-2001. Dr. Al-Rubaie opened the doors to his private practice in Dubai in 2003 and has relocated in 2023 to Jumeirah. He is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology from 1985 – present and he his 3 decades of membership have been valued and rewarded as he is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD). He has also been a member of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) for almost 3 decades.

Salah Al Rubaie MD

Consultant Dermatologist | Iraq

Dr. Salah Al Rubaie has served as a consultant dermatologist at Rashid Hospital for more than 20 years during which he trained hundreds of aspiring physicians and dermatologists, many of whom continued their careers successfully in the country and internationally. Dr Salah is an MD Doctorate in dermatology having completed his training from Cairo University (Kasr Al-Ainy) School of Medicine. He then continued his medical career in New York where he completed a fellowship in Dermatopathology at the world renown New York University (NYU) and affiliated hospital. He has published more than 70 different clinical research papers both locally and internationally, as well as hundreds of oral presentations in the United Arab Emirates, France, China, Italy, and the United Kingdom. His oral presentations and talks have covered many different topics including LASER’s and genodermatosis as well as chronic dermatological diseases such as Acne vulgaris, Atopic dermatitis, Hair loss, and Psoriasis. His areas of interest are biological therapies for atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, and alopecia areata. Dr Salah AL Rubaie has been recognised on an international level and he has been chosen as the “Man of the Year” by the Marquis Who’s Who in the World in 1999 and “Man of the Year” by the Marquis Who’s Who in Science and Engineering from 2000-2001. Dr. Al-Rubaie opened the doors to his private practice in Dubai in 2003 and has relocated in 2023 to Jumeirah. He is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology from 1985 – present and he his 3 decades of membership have been valued and rewarded as he is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD). He has also been a member of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) for almost 3 decades.

Marwan Al Zarouni MD

Consultant Plastic Surgeon | United Arab Emirates

Associate Professor in Mohammed Bin Rashid University (MBRU) Consultant Plastic Surgeon FRCS from Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons in Glasgow Swedish Board in Plastic Surgery

Ashraf Mohamed Reda MD

Consultant Dermatologist Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Reda obtained his medical qualification from Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt in 1981. He served as a professor of Dermatology at the same University. He has spent 2 years at the Mayo Clinic, in Rochester, Minnesota where he got extra training in clinical dermatology, Dermatopathology, and Immunodermatology. Dr. Reda has several research and clinical articles published in national and international journals. Dr. Ashraf has been actively participating as an international speaker in various multinational scientific events in the field of dermatology and immunology.

Ameen Alawadhi MD

Assistant Professor | United Arab Emirates

Consultant Dermatologist and Dermatopathologist. President of Bahrain Dermatology Association. President of BDLA conference. Core Faculty member in Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, UAE. Affiliate assistant professor at medical University of South Carolina, USA.

Muna Almurrawi MD

Consultant Dermatologist , CMO of DMA center, Vice President Emirates Dermatology Society | United Arab Emirates

Dr.Muna Almurrawi , Consultant Dermatologist , Vice President Of Emirates Dermatology Society Research Topics of Interest Dr. Almurrawi clinical practice and research focuses on clinical dermatology diseases, like psoriasis, Atopic dermatitis, Hidradenitis suppurativa and alopecia areata. Biography Muna Abdulla Almurrawi is the Chief Medical Officer at Dr. Muna AlMurrawi Medical Center in Abu Dhabi. She is also president of the Emirates Dermatology Society in the United Arab Emirates. The individual has multiple prestigious qualifications and positions in dermatology. The individual has received accreditation from the Arab Board of Dermatology, as well as fellowships from the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society for Lasers and Surgery. In addition, received laser safety officer training from Australia and the Laser Institute of America. Almurrawi earned a degree in wound care from Toronto University and a diploma in aesthetic medicine from the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine. From 2012 to 2014, she served as director of the dermatology department at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City in Abu Dhabi. In addition, she held the esteemed position of chair of the laser safety committee at SKMC from 2007 to 2014. Moreover, she served as the director of the Dermatology Arab Board residency program in Abu Dhabi. Currently, she is a member of the dermatologist examination panel for the Health Authority in Abu Dhabi. Furthermore, she assumes the role of internal reviewer for the Department of Health in Abu Dhabi. Almurrawi held the positions of chairperson and speaker at numerous regional, national, and worldwide conferences. In addition, she has written papers for scholarly publications at both local and global levels.

Ahmed Fekry Mohamed MD

Specialist OD Dermatology | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Ahmed Fekry Mohamed has 18 years of expertise in general dermatology and dermatopathology. He earned his Master’s degree in Dermatology in 2010, followed by the Arab Board of Dermatology certification in 2016 and the International Certificate in Dermatopathology (ICDP) in 2022. Dr. Ahmed spent 12 years at As’ad Al-Hamad Dermatology Center in Kuwait, He is currently practicing at dermatology and aesthetic center of Rashid Hospital.

Nadia Abdelwadood MD

Consultant of Dermatology and Venerology | Egypt

Trainer of the Egyptian Fellowship of Dermatology since 2009 and the Arab Board of Dermatology since 2018. Member of the Scientific Board of the Egyptian Fellowship of Dermatology since 2014. Member of the Scientific Board of the Arab Board of Dermatology since 2018. Chairperson in Dubai Derma 2015. Attendance of American Academy of Dermatology and Venereology March 2015. Attendance of European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology May, October 2015 and 2016. Participants with Clinical Cases at Sharm Derma and Zayed Derma Conferences. Speaker at 6th Interactive Dermatology Conference and Luxor Derma Conference August 2023. Speaker and Member of Scientific Committee at Marsoud Derma 63 Conference in August 2023.

Dalia Halwag MD

Consultant and Lecturer of Dermatology, Venereology and Andrology. Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University. | Egypt

Lecturer and Consultant of Dermatology, Venereology and Andrology. Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University, Egypt. A member of the teaching staff of the Arab Board of Dermatology at the Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University, Egypt.

Hazem Seif El Nasr MD

Consultant Dermatologist, Professor of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine | Egypt

Dr. Hazem Seif El Nasr has been practicing in the Gulf region since 1985 as a Consultant Dermatologist in Jeddah, KSA , Dubai, Doha, and Qatar as well as working as a Professor of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine in Cairo University. Dr. Hazem speaks English, Arabic, French and has an extensive experience in the Dermatology and Cosmetology Field.

Zaidoon M Abdelhadi MD

Consultant Surgical Dermatologist and Head of Dermatology Department | United Arab Emirates

After qualifying as a specialist dermatology in 2012, I continued at the Royal Free Hospital in London, sub-specialising in Surgical Dermatology and Mohs surgery in addition to Laser and photo dermatology. I have been heading the Department of dermatology at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City since 2019 to this date.

Fatima Albreiki
MD

Consultant dermatologist, Chief of dermatology department, Tawam Hospital | United Arab Emirates

Dr Fatima Albreiki Consultant dermatologist Chief of dermatology division in Tawam hospital Scientific committee chairperson of Emirates Dermatology Society Previously was the chief of dermatology service in Al Ain hospital. Fellowship in pediatric dermatology from South Africa Great interest in inflammatory conditions especially psoriasis and Atopic dermatitis. She is actively involved in a lot of local and regional conferences and events as a speaker. She is also actively involved in international researches. She is actively involved in teaching residents from different specialties.

Alia Galadari MD

Consultant Dermatologist | United Arab Emirates

I am a French and European board-certified consultant dermatologist based in Dubai, UAE, with over a decade of international experience. My specialization includes genodermatoses and interventional dermatology, supported by advanced fellowships in Saint Louis, Paris, France. As a core faculty member at Mohammed Bin Rashid University (MBRU), I am deeply committed to advancing dermatology education, research, and clinical innovation. My interests extend to personalized skincare, psychodermatology, and sustainability in dermatology. Passionate about improving global dermatology care, I actively engage in multidisciplinary collaborations and enjoy sharing insights through lectures and conferences to inspire the next generation of dermatologists.

Andrzej Jaworek MD

Associate Professor | Poland

Andrzej Jaworek MD, PhD is an Associate Professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jagiellonian University Collegium Medicum Kraków, He is a President of Mycology Section of Polish Dermatological Society. He is an author or coauthor of more than 200 scientific articles, 4 book chapters.

Assem Farag MD

Professor of Dermatology & Venerology | Egypt

Professor Assem Farag is a Professor of Dermatology, Benha University. He is a consultant of Dermatology, Aesthetics & Laser since 1997. He has many publications in highly esteemed, peer-reviewed medical journals specialized in dermatology, aesthetics & laser. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and shared in many international congresses like the European Academy meetings. In 2014, he was the chairman of the International Pan Arab League of Dermatology jointly with Sharm Derma. He is the chairman of Sharm Derma International Conferences since 2008 and up till now. He shared in a large number of international and local congresses, workshops & courses as a speaker and trainer. Prof. Assem is also the author of the series “Perspectives in Dermatology & Andrology”, “Principles of skin & Venereal Diseases”, “A Color Atlas of Dermatology”, “Manual of Aesthetic Dermatology & Cutaneous Laser Techniques”, “Cosmetics”, “Andrology” & “Atlas of Dermatology, (Parts I & II)” books. He is the editor of “Advances in Dermatology” and “Journal of Pan Arab League of Dermatology”.

Ahmed Salem AlDhaheri MD

Section Head of Dermatology | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Ahmed S. Aldhaheri, MD, is a staff physician in the Medical Subspecialty Institute at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi Dr Aldhaheri was a consultant dermatologist at Tawam Hospital, Al Ain, UAE. Dr. Aldhaheri received his medical degree from the United Arab Emirates University and completed his residency training at the Rouen University Hospital, France. Throughout his tenure, he completed a diploma of medical and surgical treatment for scalp pathologies at the Sorbonne University, Paris, France. Dr. Aldhaheri is active in medical research, having authored and published several journal articles and book chapters as well as delivering presentations at national and international conferences. Dr. Aldhaheri resides in Abu Dhabi with his family. When he is not working at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, he enjoys swimming, cycling, and playing golf.

Dooha Alhamdi MD

Assistant Professor of Dermatology Head of Department of Dermatology Alsader Teaching Hospital | Iraq

Aboard Certified Dermatologist Assistant Professor of Dermatology Head of Department of Dermatology Alsader Teaching Hospital Faculty member of the Department of Medicine Published more than 18 papers in Scientific Journals Attended as a speaker at many Scientific Conferences Regular reviewer of many Scientific Journals

Khalil Alhamdi MD

Head of Department of Dermatology Basra Medical College Chair, Training Committee, Arab Board of Dermatology | Iraq

Professor of Dermatology. Head of Department of Dermatology Basra Medical College. Chair, Training Committee, Arab Board of Dermatology Former Dean of Basra Medical School. Former Head Department of Medicine. External Examiner for Arab Board of Dermatology. Editor in Chief of Medical Journal of Basra University. Published in more than 77 papers in Scientific Journals. Regular reviewer of many Scientific Journals. Presenter and Speaker at many Scientific Conferences worldwide.

Khalil Alhamdi MD

Head of Department of Dermatology Basra Medical College Chair, Training Committee, Arab Board of Dermatology | Iraq

Professor of Dermatology. Head of Department of Dermatology Basra Medical College. Chair, Training Committee, Arab Board of Dermatology Former Dean of Basra Medical School. Former Head Department of Medicine. External Examiner for Arab Board of Dermatology. Editor in Chief of Medical Journal of Basra University. Published in more than 77 papers in Scientific Journals. Regular reviewer of many Scientific Journals. Presenter and Speaker at many Scientific Conferences worldwide.

Assem Farag MD

Professor of Dermatology & Venerology | Egypt

Professor Assem Farag is a Professor of Dermatology, Benha University. He is a consultant of Dermatology, Aesthetics & Laser since 1997. He has many publications in highly esteemed, peer-reviewed medical journals specialized in dermatology, aesthetics & laser. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and shared in many international congresses like the European Academy meetings. In 2014, he was the chairman of the International Pan Arab League of Dermatology jointly with Sharm Derma. He is the chairman of Sharm Derma International Conferences since 2008 and up till now. He shared in a large number of international and local congresses, workshops & courses as a speaker and trainer. Prof. Assem is also the author of the series “Perspectives in Dermatology & Andrology”, “Principles of skin & Venereal Diseases”, “A Color Atlas of Dermatology”, “Manual of Aesthetic Dermatology & Cutaneous Laser Techniques”, “Cosmetics”, “Andrology” & “Atlas of Dermatology, (Parts I & II)” books. He is the editor of “Advances in Dermatology” and “Journal of Pan Arab League of Dermatology”.

Nawaf Almutairi MD

Professor of Dermatology, Department of Medicine | Kuwait

I am currently working as Professor of Dermatology in department of Medicine, Kuwait University. I am both American and Canadian Boards of dermatology certified. I have special research interests in psoriasis, biologic therapy, lasers and medical education in dermatology. I am the President of the “Kuwait Psoriasis Network”, and the founder member of “Kuwait Board of Dermatology” as well as active member of “Arab Board of Dermatology”. Also, I am the chief editor of “Gulf Journal of Dermatology and Venereology”, Associate editor of “Dermatologic Therapy”, and on editorial board of reputed journals including“ Medical Principles and Practice”. I review for numerous indexed International Dermatology Journals. And have over 256 research publications in indexed journals of international repute, and have also authored chapters in many international text books of dermatology. I have received several awards internationally in recognition of my work in clinical dermatology and medical education in dermatology.

Jacek C Szepietowski MD

Professor | Poland

Jacek C Szepietowski, MD, PhD, FRCP is a full professor at the Department of Dermato-Venereology, 4th Military Hospital and at the Faculty of Medicine, Wroclaw University of Science and Technology in Wroclaw, Poland. In the years 2012-2024 he chaired the Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, Wroclaw, Poland; in the years 2011-2020 he served as a Vice-Rector (Vice-President) for University Development of Medical University in Wroclaw, Poland; in the years 2007-2011 he was the Director of the Institute of Immunology and Experimental Therapy of Polish Academy of Sciences. He is a Past President of European Society for Dermatology and Psychiatry, Past Present of International Forum for the Study of Itch and current President of the Polish Dermatological Society. He is an author or co-author of more than 800 scientific articles, 17 books, and more than 80 book chapters. His index “h” (Web of Science) is 70.

Mohamed El-Khalawany MD

Professor of Dermatology & Dermatopathology | Egypt

Professor of Dermatology & Dermatopathology, Honored MD degree in 2004, Fellowship of Dermatopathology – Graz University, Austria, 2009-2011 International Board-Certificate of Dermatopathology, 2011 Affiliated as a consultant in Faculty of Medicine, Kuwait University 2012-2017 Affiliated as a Professor in AFCM 2018 - 2024 Nominated as a Head of Dermatology Department, Al-Azhar University 2018 - 2024 Head of DMC Academy & President of Dermatology Master Conference (DMC) Publications: about 30 PubMed Cited (mostly in Dermatopathology field) Reviewer in more than 20 International Medical Journals

Mohamed El-Khalawany MD

Professor of Dermatology & Dermatopathology | Egypt

Professor of Dermatology & Dermatopathology, Honored MD degree in 2004, Fellowship of Dermatopathology – Graz University, Austria, 2009-2011 International Board-Certificate of Dermatopathology, 2011 Affiliated as a consultant in Faculty of Medicine, Kuwait University 2012-2017 Affiliated as a Professor in AFCM 2018 - 2024 Nominated as a Head of Dermatology Department, Al-Azhar University 2018 - 2024 Head of DMC Academy & President of Dermatology Master Conference (DMC) Publications: about 30 PubMed Cited (mostly in Dermatopathology field) Reviewer in more than 20 International Medical Journals

Kayane Mheidly MD

Consultant Haematology/BMT | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Kayane Mheidly started her medical school at the faculty of medicine of Lille 2 in France. She acquired her medical degree and her post graduate expertise in haematology (malignant haematology and blood diseases) with a very honourable mention at the faculty of medicine of Rennes 1-France. She has a fellowship-PhD at the department of haematology of the university hospital of Rennes 1. Dr Kayane Mheidly was the program director of the bone marrow transplantation in Burjeel Medical city- Abu Dhabi. She is currently consultant Haematology/BMT at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City Abu Dhabi, responsible of the medical student’s educational program in the department and she is the quality and patient safety chair of the haematology division.

Mohamed El-Khalawany MD

Professor of Dermatology & Dermatopathology | Egypt

Professor of Dermatology & Dermatopathology, Honored MD degree in 2004, Fellowship of Dermatopathology – Graz University, Austria, 2009-2011 International Board-Certificate of Dermatopathology, 2011 Affiliated as a consultant in Faculty of Medicine, Kuwait University 2012-2017 Affiliated as a Professor in AFCM 2018 - 2024 Nominated as a Head of Dermatology Department, Al-Azhar University 2018 - 2024 Head of DMC Academy & President of Dermatology Master Conference (DMC) Publications: about 30 PubMed Cited (mostly in Dermatopathology field) Reviewer in more than 20 International Medical Journals

Monira ElWasief MD

Consultant | Egypt

Dr. Monira is a consultant of dermatology at Al Haud El Marsoud Hospital having TOT training & scientific research certificates. She is also a fellowship and board trainer, a deputy director for 6 years, director of infection control for 10 years, and responsible for the Continuing Medical Education conference for 6 years.

Ahmed Alwaily MD

Senior Consultant Dermatologist | Oman

Sen is a Consultant Dermatologist, Program Director at Oman Specialty Board, and a member of the Arab Board Examination Committee. Lecturer for undergraduate and postgraduate students. Reviewer of two medical journals.

Mohamed Elbanhawy MD

Senior Consultant in Dermatology, STDs, Andrology and Sexual Medicine | Egypt

Speaker and Chairperson in National. Regional and International Conferences. Regular Speaker and Chairperson in Dubai Derma. Referee in Dubai Derma Clinical Cases Competition. Sharing annually in Dubai Derma Pre-Congress Revision Course Have more than 50 publications in National, Regional and International Journal

Riad Mashal MD

Director of Dermatology Department | Palestine

Specialist in Dermatology and Venereology with extensive experience at PHC ,Secondary health care level. Familiar with Health Project Management. Work experience in community health and production of health education materials, management of 22 and skin clinics in Palestine. Member of the PMRC technical committee.

Sara Al Janahi MD

Dermatology Resident | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Sara Al Janahi obtained a Master of Science in Dermatology from Boston University, where she was recognized with the Distinguished Scholar Award and the Award for Humanism in Medicine. She completed her Dermatology Residency at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City in Abu Dhabi, serving as Chief Resident. Dr. Al Janahi has contributed to the academic field through publications in peer-reviewed journals and co-authored chapters in academic books. She has presented her work at national and international conferences.