Dr. A. Asim Nayeem is a British-trained Consultant in Emergency Medicine with over 20 years of international experience across the UK, Ireland, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and the UAE. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine (FRCEM, UK) and the Faculty of Sports and Exercise Medicine (FFSEM, Ireland), a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh (MRCS), and he completed his Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in the UK.

He currently serves at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), Abu Dhabi. He is passionate about education and patient safety; he is an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor with Gulf Medical University and Al Ain University.
Previously, he held senior consultant positions at John Hopkins ARAMCO Hospital and Tawam Hospital, as well as serving as Specialty & Quality Lead at Ashford & St. Peters NHS Trust in the UK, where his leadership and quality improvement work earned national recognition.

Dr. Nayeem lives in Abu Dhabi with his wife and three children. Outside medicine, he enjoys cricket, badminton, football, hiking, and reading. A passionate Arsenal supporter, he also counts Karen Armstrong and John Grisham among his favourite authors.

Dr. Abdalla Al Zaabi

Consultant, Emergency Medicine – Zayed Military Hospital

American & Canadian Board Certified | Trauma & Sports Medicine Specialist

Dr. Abdalla Al Zaabi is a Consultant in Emergency Medicine at Zayed Military Hospital, Abu Dhabi. He is board-certified in Emergency Medicine by both the American and Canadian Boards and holds a fellowship in Trauma Team Leadership. He also holds a fellowship and the CACEM Diploma in Sports Medicine, reflecting his broad expertise in both acute care and performance medicine.

Dr. Al Zaabi is deeply engaged in advancing emergency care in military and civilian settings, with a special interest in trauma systems, disaster response, and sports injury management. His diverse qualifications and leadership make him a key contributor to emergency medicine education and practice in the UAE.

Dr Abdul Sajjad Pathan, Fellow of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine, is a Consultant in Emergency Medicine at Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust in the UK. He has more than twenty years of experience across the UK, UAE and India, including senior clinical roles and active involvement in training emergency medicine teams. He is the author of Short Answer Questions for FRCEM Exams and runs an online education platform focused on practical emergency care. His work brings together frontline expertise and a strong commitment to developing clinicians in high-pressure environments.

Dr. Abdulaziz Alburaidi is an Emergency Medicine physician and the Program Director of the Kuwait Board of Emergency Medicine. A graduate of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI), he completed his Emergency Medicine residency through the Kuwait Institute for Medical Specializations (KIMS). He went on to earn fellowships in Clinical Simulation at the STRATUS Center for Medical Simulation and in Disaster Medicine at BIDMC in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Alburaidi currently serves as an attending physician at Farwaniya Hospital in Kuwait, with clinical and academic interests in disaster preparedness, simulation-based education, and emergency department operations.

Dr. Alhmoudi is an American Board Certified Emergency Medicine Consultant with a special interest in military medicine, diving injuries, and high altitude-related injuries. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBCh) from the Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland, and is a board member of the Emirates Society of Emergency Medicine (ESEM).

Dr. Al Reesi is an emergency medicine physician with expertise in clinical research and AI applications in healthcare. He completed his MD in Oman and emergency medicine residency in Ottawa, Canada (2007), followed by a clinical research fellowship. He received the Young Investigators Research Award from ACEP in 2011.

Previously, he served as Chair of Emergency Medicine at Sultan Qaboos University Hospital (2015–2018) and Deputy Director of the Medical Research Center at Sultan Qaboos University, and he led the emergency medicine residency research committee and mentored residents in clinical research. He has published multiple research studies and continues to advance emergency medicine through clinical research and healthcare innovation.

Dr. Abdulla graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) at the Medical University of Bahrain in 2011. He earned a Military Field Medicine Diploma from Prince Sultan Military Medical City in Riyadh, KSA, in 2015, and completed an International Fellowship in Clinical Simulation in 2022 at the STRATUS Center for Medical Simulation, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, USA. Currently, he serves as an active duty military physician at the Bahrain Defence Force, with 8 months of deployments in various military operations. Dr. Abdulla is also the founder and program lead for the Tactical Combat Casualty Care project at the Crown Prince Center for Training and Medical Research, Military Hospital, Bahrain.

Dr. Al Farsi works at the Royal Hospital as senior consultant emergency physician & EMS. He received his medical degree from Sultan Qaboos University and pursued postgraduate residency training in Emergency Medicine at Oman Medical Specialty Board. He has additional fellowship in Emergency Medical Services from McMaster University.

Abid Nisar works as a consultant in the Department of Emergency Medicine at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust, UK. After completing his medical school, he completed a Master's in Emergency Medicine affiliated with George Washington University, USA, followed by UK national training in Emergency Medicine, achieving Fellowship of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine and the European Board of Emergency Medicine.

He is a GreenED Assessor and core member of the Environmental Special Interest Group at the Royal College of Emergency Medicine, working to embed sustainability into emergency care. Involved in teaching, examining, and educational activities for undergraduate and postgraduate trainees, he serves as both a clinical and educational supervisor, and is an instructor in multiple emergency care courses.He has a special interest in environmental sustainability in healthcare, digital health innovation, Point of Care Ultrasound, and medical education.

Prof. Dato' Sri Dr. Abu Hassan Asaari Abdullah is widely known as the Father of Modern Emergency Medicine in Malaysia. Trained in the UK as the country's first Trauma Surgeon, he led the redevelopment of Malaysia's Emergency Medical and Trauma Services, established the 999 universal emergency number, and founded the Emergency Medicine specialty.

He has served as a consultant to several international health ministries and, after retiring from MOH in 2017, took on key leadership roles in the healthcare corporate sector. He currently heads Maju Healthcare and sits on the boards of multiple Malaysian and international companies.

Actively involved in professional governance, he is an elected Board Member of the Malaysian Medical Council and a Council Member of the Academy of Medicine of Malaysia. He is also a Visiting and Adjunct Professor at various universities and an inventor of several medical devices used locally and abroad.

Afra Alsuwaidi is an emergency medicine consultant and a medical toxicologist. she hold an Arab Board certification in Emergency Medicine and a fellowship in Medical Toxicology from Emory University. With a master's degree in healthcare administration from Zayed University. she is also a core faculty at SKMC and AHLS instructor.

Dr. Ahmed Al Sakha is a Consultant Emergency Physician at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, UAE and a consultant medical toxicologist at the Atlantic Canada Poison Centre in Halifax, NS. He obtained his medical degree from King Faisal University in Dammam, Saudi Arabia and completed his residency in Emergency medicine at McGill University in Montreal, QC. He practiced Emergency medicine in Canada for six years before starting my fellowship in Medical Toxicology at the Upstate Medical University and the Upstate NY Poison Center in Syracuse, NY. He holds board certification in Emergency medicine by the Canadian and American boards and in Medical Toxicology by the American board. He is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, American Academy of Emergency Medicine, and the American College of Emergency Physicians.

MBBS from UAEU, FRCPC emergency medicine from McGill University, Disaster medicine from BIDMC-Harvard University.

Dr Ahson Rabbani is a social sector leader with over 25 years of development-sector experience and a prior decade in best-in-class global corporations. As CEO of ChildLife Foundation, he has built one of Pakistan's largest pediatric emergency-care networks, treating more than two million children annually across 14 ERs and over 300 telemedicine-linked hospitals. Ahson is celebrated for cultivating a high-performance culture grounded in kindness, positivity, and continuous learning. Holding degrees in engineering and management, his unwavering commitment to operational excellence and system-level scaling has made ChildLife a model for public-private partnerships in low- and middle-income country healthcare.

An emergency medicine specialist at Sheikh Khalifa Medical city. Graduated from Dubai Medical college. Holds triple board certifications in emergency medicine from Jordanian, Arab and Emirati boards. Completed fundamental point of care ultrasound at MBRU. Interested in critical care and Point of care ultrasound.

Dr. Akhil S L is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine, Government Medical College Thrissur,Kerala, and a board-certified Emergency Physician actively engaged in training both DNB and MD Emergency Medicine postgraduate residents in India. He is a certified Training Centre Faculty of the American Heart Association (AHA) in BLS, ACLS, and PALS, and serves as Faculty for ATLS, as well as BDLS and ADLS in trauma and disaster response education.

He is also a National-level POCUS Faculty, with expertise in resuscitation ultrasound, trauma imaging, and integrating bedside POCUS into emergency and critical care decision-making. His academic interests include simulation-based training, advanced resuscitation education, and competency-driven Emergency Medicine training systems.

Dr Ali H. R. Al Rawaf is an Emergency Medicine Consultant and currently serves as the President of the Iraqi Society of Emergency Medicine. In addition, Dr Al Rawaf is the General Manager of Al Shekh Zaied Hospital in Baghdad, where he plays a key role in advancing emergency care and healthcare leadership in Iraq.

Pediatric Emergency Consultant at King Fahad Medical City (KFMC)

Chairperson of Life Support Department and STARS at Center for Research Education and Simulation Enhanced Training (CRESENT) in KFMC

Chairperson of the Advertisement and publicity at the Saudi Society for Simulation in Healthcare SSSH

An organizer of the volunteer group in the pediatric residency program (Cheerful Children Cain)

Simulation Pediatric emergency fellowship director from March 2018 till 2021

Examiner at the Saudi Council for Health Specialties

Pediatric Emergency Fellowship Program Director till Dec 2020

Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) instructor

Instructor in communication course titled Enhance Physician Communication Skills (EPCS) at KFMC

Speaker in several conferences regionally and internationally, part of the scientific and organizing committee in couple of conferences national and international focusing on Simulation and Pediatric emergency topics

A graduated from the KFMC pediatric residency program then pediatric emergency fellowship, and pediatric emergency Fellowship at Sickkids, Toronto, 2013. Simulation fellowship at University of Calgary, Alberta Children Hospital, KIDSIM Pediatric Simulation, 2014.

Speaker in several conferences regionally and internationally, focusing in Pediatric emergency medicine such as ICEM 2021 June, BEM 2019, ESEM2019, EMERGENCY MEDICINE CONFERENCE Global Health Exhibition 2019, Respiratory Care Symposium on November 2018, 2nd Pediatric emergency crash course,10th PEDIATRIC PULMONARY COURSE2018, SASEM2019, SASEM2020, SASEM18, SASEM2019, SASEM2020.

Dr. Amjad Obeid is a highly qualified and experienced medical professional with expertise in emergency medicine, disaster medicine, and road safety. He is double board certified in emergency medicine since 2008 and has over 25 years of experience in the field.

Dr. Obeid holds a Master's degree in Disaster Medicine (EMDM) from Italy and a Master of Business Administration from ESSEC University in France. He has also received certification as an executive emergency medicine leader from Harvard University and completed a Faculty Development Fellowship from George Washington University.

Currently, Dr. Obeid serves as a Consultant in Adult Emergency Medicine and Head of the Emergency Department at Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital in Khobar. Dr. Obeid has extensive knowledge and experience in road safety and injury prevention. He worked as the World Health Organization (WHO) focal point for seven years and was the National Data Coordinator for the three global reports on road safety published by WHO.

In terms of medical training, Dr. Obeid is a regional faculty for MENA region and a senior instructor certified by the American Heart Association for Basic Life Support BLS ,ACLS and PALS. He is also a certified instructor by the American College of Surgeons for Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS). He has been actively involved in teaching and examiner faculty as part of the Saudi Board Residency Program (SBEM) in various hospitals for over 10 years.

In addition to his clinical role, he has been the Chief Medical Officer for Bahrain Grand Prix Race (F1) since 2006, a member of the FIA Medical Commission and has been appointed as the FIA medical delegate for F1 races since 2023.

Dr. Anwar Al Ahmad Dr. Anwar Al Ahmad is an Emergency Medicine Consultant and Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC), Abu Dhabi. She earned her MBBS from the University of Sharjah in 2013 and completed her internship and Emergency Medicine Residency at SKMC, where she served as Chief Resident (2017–2018). She achieved Arab Board certification in Emergency Medicine in 2019 and subsequently worked as an Adult Emergency Medicine Specialist until 2022. In September 2022, she joined the Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellowship at SKMC, serving as Chief Fellow. Dr. Al Ahmad's strengths include acute care and resuscitation, pediatric emergency medicine, and point-of-care ultrasound. She is also a certified instructor in ATLS, PALS, and ACLS, with a strong commitment to medical education, research, and clinical guideline development. Through conference presentations, workshops, and teaching roles, she continues to advance emergency care while mentoring the next generation of physicians.

Anzal Rehman graduated from Avalon University School of Medicine and completed training in the U.S., Seychelles, and Philippines. He did his Emergency Medicine residency at Zayed Military Hospital, served as Chief Resident, and has published peer-reviewed articles. He is the Founder and President of ECREM, host of the 'ECREM|talks' podcast, and holds several editorial roles.

Prof Cevik is an Emergency Medicine academician at United Arab Emirates University, leading clinical skill and longitudinal programs. He is interested in international emergency medicine, emergency medicine education, medical education, point of care ultrasound and trauma. These professional areas are also his research focus. He is the founder and director of the International Emergency Medicine Education Project, immediate-past chair of the International Federation for Emergency Medicine (IFEM) core curriculum and education committee, member of IFEM Academic committee, member of IFEM Academy Technical Steering Group, and board member of the Asian Society for Emergency Medicine.

Dr. Arif Mattoo is a distinguished emergency Physicoan with an impressive array of qualifications and accolades that underscore his dedication to the field. He holds a Masters in Emergency Medicine (MEM) and a Faculty Development Fellowship (FDF-EM) from the prestigious George Washington University, where he now contributes as a faculty member, imparting his expertise to the next generation of emergency medicine professionals.

Dr. Mattoo is recognized as a Fellow of the Academic College of Emergency Experts (FACEE), a testament to his extensive knowledge and impact on the domain. His commitment to excellence in healthcare extends to his certification as an Emergency Department Quality Improvement Professional (EQuIP) from Harvard Medical School, positioning him as a leader in enhancing patient care standards.

Further diversifying his skill set, Dr. Mattoo completed the Healthcare Business School (HBS) program at University College London, which equips him with vital insights into healthcare management and operations.

Currently, he serves as the chief specialist in emergency medicine and the Quality Link for Medical Administration at Dr. Sulaiman Alhabib Hospital in Khobar, Saudi Arabia, where he plays a pivotal role in steering healthcare strategies and clinical operations.

A wellknown speaker on both national and international platforms, Dr. Mattoo's expertise is widely recognized in the medical community. His innovative approach to healthcare has been acknowledged by HIMSS, who awarded him the title of Clinical Leader Future50, a recognition reserved for trailblazers in health IT and patient care.

Dr. Mattoo's commitment to quality and patient safety is further illustrated through his involvement with the Quality and Patient Safety Group of the International Federation of Emergency Medicine (IFEM). His contribution to the field is reflected in numerous publications in esteemed international medical journals.

Renowned for his leadership and innovative contributions, Dr. Arif Mattoo continues to elevate standards in emergency medicine, influencing both practice and policy to optimize outcomes forpatients worldwide.

Asaad Shujaa, MD , FRCPC, FAAEM

• Consultant of Emergency Medicine, ICU ,Trauma, EMS and Disaster Medicine.
• Program Director of Emergency Medicine Residency Program at Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare ( JHAH), KSA
• Assistant Professor at Weill Cornell Medical College, USA
• Editor in Chief of Saudi Journal Of Emergency Medicine .(SJEM).
• Former General Secretary of Gulf Federation Of Emergency Medicine (GFEM).

Dr. Ashima Sharma completed her postgraduation MD in Anesthesiology and Critical care and has 23 years of teaching experience after finishing MD. She received her education and work experience from prestigious medical schools in India, like KGMU Lucknow and MAMC Delhi. She is a professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Nizams Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad. She has a passion for research and is an honorary faculty for the Biomedical Engineering department of IIT Hyderabad as well.

Dr Ashish Bhalla, MD, FACMT, is Professor of Internal Medicine at PGIMER, Chandigarh. A Commonwealth Fellow in Clinical Toxicology (2014–15), he has authored over 530 publications and holds an H-index of 60. Recognised among the top 2% of scientists globally for the past four years, his key interests include clinical toxicology, emergency medicine, and infectious diseases.

Dr. Ujra is a South African national. Currently working as a Board certified Emergency Medicine physician, at STMC and Tawam in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi.

After completing her residency at Rashid Hospital in Dubai, she serves as an active core faculty member for both residency and internship programs at STMC. Passionate about medical education, Dr. Asima believes firmly in learning through teaching, with special interests in POCUS in the ED, trauma management, and toxicology. Committed to advancing Emergency Medicine, she aims to contribute and collaborate in shaping the future of the specialty in the region.

Asma Al Mesmari, based in United Arab Emirates, is currently a Assistant Director of Nursing at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City. Asma Al Mesmari brings experience from previous roles at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City and Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (Managed by Cleveland Clinic)

Dr. SIU is currently the Chief of Service of A&E Department, Ruttonjee and Tang Shiu Kin Hospitals, Deputizing Chief of Service of A&E Department of Pamela Youde Eastern Hospital and Advisor(A&E), St John Hospital. He was the Past President of Hong Kong Society for Emergency Medicine and Surgery (2011-15), the Past Chairman of Resuscitation Council of Hong Kong (2016-18), the Past President of Hong Kong College of Emergency Medicine (2017-20) and the Past President of Asian Society for Emergency Medicine (2021-23). He is currently the Vice-chairperson of Hong Kong Red Cross and the Honorary Secretary of Resuscitation Council of Asia.

Badr Aldawood works as an assistant professor and consultant in the Department of Emergency Medicine at King Saud University Medical City in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He also works as a consultant in the Critical Care Department at the same institute. Involved in teaching and educational activities for students and postgraduate trainees. He completed his medical school training at King Saud University, then pursued his training in Emergency Medicine at McGill University, followed by a fellowship in Critical Care Medicine also at McGill University. Additionally, he is the chairman of the Department of Emergency Medicine at King Saud University Medical City. He has a special interest in critical care and resuscitation, Point of Care Ultrasound, and Emergency Medical Services.

Dr Al Hatali is the head of the poison control section, Environmental and Occupational Health Department, at the Ministry of Health in Sultanate of Oman. She also serves as the Middle East and North Africa Association of Medical Toxicology (MENATOX) President. She is a consultant in the Emergency Medicine Department at Royal Hospital and the Emergency Medicine Program Director at Oman Medical Specialty Board. She graduated from Oman Medical Specialty Board in 2012 as well as certified by the Arab Emergency Medicine Board. She finished her Post Doctoral Fellowship in medical toxicology at Emory University and the Georgia Poison Center  in Atlanta, GA USA in 2014. She has lectured in countries around the world and has numerous awards to her credit. Dr Al Hatali has a true passion for Toxicology and field development in the Region

Dr. Bobi Prabowo is the President of the Indonesian College of Emergency Medicine and Past President of the Indonesian Association of Emergency Medicine. He is the director of Planning and Development Strategy Services at Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital, Jakarta, and has served as Director—previously Vice Director for Medical Services—at Kanjuruhan General Hospital, Malang Regency. Nationally, he is the Coordinating Director for Medical Emergency Disaster Team of the Indonesian Doctors Association and serves in the Physician Practice Development Division for Secondary and Tertiary Services (PB IDI, 2022–2025) and the Information Technology & Communication Division of MPPK Medical Services (2022–2025). An Extraordinary Lecturer at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Brawijaya, he is Head of Service Quality for the Indonesian Emergency Volunteer Community, an Emergency Consultant at Hermina Tangkuban Perahu Hospital and Era Medika Ngunut Tulungagung Hospital, and a consultant in emergency service systems. He is also an Instructor in USLS (WinFocus), SECURE, Hospital Triage, Basic Life Support, Code Blue systems, and Emergency Sport Events.

Dr. Ching-Hsing Lee is a board certified Emergency Physician and Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Physician in Taiwan. He is currently the Chair of Emergency Department of Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Keelung Branch in Taiwan. He is the member of Education Committee, Public Affair Committee, Physician and Patient Relation Committee, and International Emergency Medicine Committee of Taiwan Society of Emergency Medicine. He has been Assistant Professor of Medical College of Chang Gung University in Taiwan since 2014. Dr Lee is the founder of Emergency Medicine Residents Network (EMRN), the largest social media group on Facebook dedicated to Free Open Access Medical Education (FOAMed), international networking and collaboration between Emergency Physicians in Taiwan. Dr. Lee's research interests include development trend of medical specialties, networking and collaboration patterns between physicians.

• Critical care in the emergency department
• Sepsis recognition, diagnosis and ED treatment
• Major trauma management and outcomes
• Acute stroke care
• Humanitarian and disaster medicine

Dr. Dalal Alnuaimi is a Consultant Emergency Medicine and faculty member of the Zayed Hospital Emergency Medicine Residency Program. She previously served as the program's Associate Director (2016–2020) and is passionate about medical education, staff development, and advancing clinical excellence through continuous training and mentorship.

Dr. Danish Salim is a dedicated Emergency Specialist at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, UAE, with over 15 years of experience in saving lives and training future emergency doctors. He has previously served as Head of Department at PRS Hospital in Kerala, where he introduced several improvements in emergency care. His work extends globally as a consultant at Zhenjiang University in China, author, researcher, and instructor for advanced critical care courses.

Dr. Danish Salim is also known for creating practical innovations such as Kerala's first bike ambulance, India's first Railway Emergency Room, emergency medicine kits, and an app connecting 1,800+ ambulances. His team developed the ASAP accident alert system long before modern SOS tools, along with versions for ambulances and elderly home care. He has won many awards, including the SEHA Hero Award, Best Innovator Award, State Best Emergency Medicine Physician Award, National Achiever Award, and IMA Excellence Award. His work in public health education continues to help millions worldwide.

Dr. Danish Muhammad Sami is a distinguished physician leader whose career bridges frontline emergency medicine, patient safety, and healthcare management. He currently serves as the Acting Chief Medical Officer at Salma Rehabilitation Hospital, Abu Dhabi, where he directs medical strategy, governance, and clinical excellence across long-term care and rehabilitation services.

Dr. Sami first joined Salma Rehabilitation Hospital as Director of Clinical Operations, where he streamlined admissions, strengthened quality standards, and enhanced multidisciplinary collaboration. His leadership in this role positioned him to take on broader responsibilities as Acting CMO, guiding the hospital's growth and clinical vision.

Dr. Sami is also an ATLS and ALS Instructor, core faculty in residency training, and an advocate for safety and innovation in emergency and rehabilitation medicine. To complement his clinical leadership, he completed an MBA in Healthcare Management at Johns Hopkins University, deepening his expertise in strategy, operations, and healthcare leadership.

An international speaker, Dr. Sami continues to share his insights on emergency medicine, patient safety, and healthcare leadership at global conferences. His career reflects a steadfast commitment to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care, making him a role model for future medical leaders.

Dave G. Dato, MD, FPCEM, MMHoA , received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at the University of the East, Manila and his Doctor of Medicine degree at the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila. Had his Emergency Medicine Residency Training and Emergency Medical Services Fellowship at Ospital ng Makati. He is currently the Chairman of multiple Emergency Departments of private hospitals in Metro Manila and DRRM-H Manager of a Department of Health Retained Hospital in the Philippines. He has responded to multiple disaster events that include but are not limited to the WOWOWEE stampede, Valentine's Day Bombing, Oakwood Mutiny, the Peninsula Manila Siege, Glorietta 3 Bombing, Typhoons Ondoy and Yolanda, Chemical spills, radio-nuclear responses, terrorism. He is the present President of the Philippine College of Emergency Medicine. His advocacies, among many, include the passing of the EMS Law to professionalize Emergency Medical Technicians, Paramedics, Medical Directors in EMS and work side by side with LGUs in providing a standardized EMS system/response in the Philippines; He continues to promote the WHO Emergency Critical and Operative Care across all emergency medicine training programs; and coordination, policy making, and capacity building in Road Safety.

Dr. Elhaitham Ahmed is a triple board-certified Emergency Medicine physician (NIHS-EM, ABHS-EM, JMC-A&EM) currently practicing at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City in Abu Dhabi. He is a core founding member of the Disaster Medicine Committee under ESEM, contributing to the development of national disaster preparedness and multidisciplinary collaboration. With a strong passion for bedside teaching, medical education, and community awareness.

A proud emergency physician and a medical education enthusiast. The President of the Emergency Medicine Residents' Association of Turkey in 2014. An active member of the Emergency Medicine Association of Turkey (EMAT) and International Federation for Emergency Medicine (IFEM) Core Curriculum and Education Committee. Current professional interest areas are critical care, medical education, physician wellness, point-of-care ultrasound and international emergency medicine. Viva la iEM Education Project.

Dr. Eman AlMulla is a Consultant Emergency Medicine in Dubai health with a Focus in system leadership, emergency care redesign, and improving patient experience in high demand ED environment. She leads strategic initiatives that enhance patient flow, clinical efficiency, and sustainable emergency delivery services

Emergency Consultant - Dubai Health Disaster Medicine Specialist CBRN Fellow - Harvard Medical School

Dr. Falak Sayed (MBBS, MSc, JBEM, LFOM) is a board-certified consultant physician dual-trained in Emergency Medicine and Occupational Health at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. She holds a Master of Science in Clinical Education and a Licentiateship from the Faculty of Occupational Medicine (Ireland), with expertise at the intersection of clinical care, medical education, and healthcare workforce wellbeing. At CCAD, Dr. Sayed serves as Chair of the Graduate Medical Education (GME) Wellness Committee and President-Elect of the Women's Professional Staff Association, leading institutional efforts to promote physician wellbeing, leadership development, and career sustainability. Her work integrates frontline practice with system-level strategies to foster a healthier, more resilient healthcare workforce.

Dr. Farhat Anjum Mattoo is a leading emergency physician at Dr. Sulaiman Alhabib Hospital in Khobar, celebrated for her profound expertise and impact in emergency medicine. She holds a Master's in Emergency Medicine (MEM) and has completed a Faculty Development Fellowship in Emergency Medicine (FDF-EM) from George Washington University, where she also serves as a faculty member for both the MEM program and Faculty Development Program.

As a Fellow of the Academic College of Emergency Experts (FACEE), Dr. Mattoo is highly respected for her pioneering work in Trauma, Disaster Medicine, and Geriatric Medicine. She is actively involved with the Internal Federation of Emergency Medicine (IFEM), contributing to Special Interest Groups focused on Behavioral Emergencies, Disaster Medicine, Emergency Ultrasound, GenderSpecific Issues, and Geriatric Emergency Medicine.

Dr. Mattoo is a distinguished and sought-after speaker, engaging audiences at national and international forums with her insights and expertise. Her scholarly contributions include numerous publications in esteemed scientific journals, showcasing her commitment to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care.

Her dual role as a clinician and educator highlights her dedication to nurturing the next generation of emergency medicine professionals. Dr. Mattoo's leadership, compassion, and innovative approach make her a valuable asset to the global medical community and an inspiration to her peers and students alike.

Fatima Aljaberi is a Pediatric Emergency attending and simulation education program co-lead at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City. She completed her fellowship in Pediatric Emergency & Simulation at Sickkids hospital, University of Toronto.

Dr. Fatima F Spahi obtained her MBBS from Dubai Medical College, Dubai, UAE. She holds her Arab Board Emergency Medicine Specialty certificate from Dubai, UAE. She has over thirteen years of experience in her field and has trauma and critical care experience as she worked in the neuro and surgical ICU as well as at Rashid Hospital Trauma Centre. She is experienced in most emergency and critical care-related procedures such as advanced airway management, insertion of invasive lines and chest tube placement. She also has vast experience in all kinds of wound management, burns, and orthopaedic-related procedures such as closed reductions, intracranial cerebral venous accidents, pulmonary embolism and myocardial infarction management.

Dr Ffion Davies is the Immediate Past President of the International Federation for Emergency Medicine. IFEM serves the Emergency Medicine professional societies of over 70 nations and regions.

She works as a Consultant Emergency Physician at the University Hospitals of Leicester (pronounced Lester), in the UK.

She is the main author of the textbook Emergency Care of Minor Trauma in Children and developed the eLearning website www.spottingthesickchild.com

Dr .Firas Al Najjar is a consultant in Emergency Medicine in Rashid Hospital Trauma Center.

He is also the Residency Director of Emergency Medicine in Dubai Residency Training Program (DRTP) and had the honor of being a part of the program from the time of its establishment. Dr. Firas is an advocate of EM specialty in the region with an avid interest in establishing new training centers and setting standards for better training, and mentoring.

MBBS; SSC-Ped; SF-PEM; RDMS(Abd)

PEM Consultant & Em. Ultrasound;

Prince Sultan Military Medical City

Assistant Professor, Al Faisal University

Vice President of the Society of PEM

American Board of Emergency Ultrasound;

MGH; Harvard Medical School; Boston; USA.

Dr Hamid Aizaz Chatha

MRCS, MRCEM, FRCEM, Msc (UCL), MD.

Consultant Emergency Medicine

Ad. Assistant Professor at UAE University

Qualifications: MRCS, MRCEM, FRCEM, MSc (UCL).

Hamid Chatha is a Consultant in Emergency Medicine at the Tawam Hospital and also holds Adjunct Assistant Professor position at UAE University, Al Ain, UAE. He graduated in 2002 and completed his CCT in Emergency Medicine, in Manchester, United Kingdom.

Dr Chatha has been consultant in EM since 2015. During his training he worked in three Major Trauma centers in Manchester. He also completed MRCS from Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh and MSc in Musculoskeletal Sciences from the university college London, UK.

Dr Chatha has special interest in Trauma, sports injuries & education. He has regularly presented at international conferences in last few years. He is a fellowship examiner for the Royal College of Emergency Medicine and EM Specialty Exam for Department of Heath Abu Dhabi. He is an ATLS, ACLS, PALS Instructor. Dr Chatha is a keen educator and is part of the core faculty for the Tawam ER Residency program.

Dr. Hanan Alhajri is an Emergency Medicine physician and a newly returned fellow from McGill University, having completed training in Critical Care Medicine followed by an additional year of Advanced Cardiovascular Critical Care.

Dr. Hasan Qayyum is an Emergency Medicine Consultant at SKMC in Abu Dhabi, known for staying calm in situations that make most people Google symptoms. He brings sharp clinical judgement to the ED — and the same determination to restoring stubborn Toyota Land Cruisers. Proudly rooted in the UAE, he believes there's no better place for both medicine and desert adventures. Colleagues trust his leadership; mechanics fear his questions. Hasan remains convinced that a good Land Cruiser and a great team can handle almost anything.

Dr Hassan Al Balushi is an Emergency Medicine Consultant and Medical Toxicologist at Suhar Hospital, Oman. He currently serves as the Head of the Crisis and Emergencies Department at the Directorate General of Health Services in North Al Batinah, Oman. Dr Al Balushi is the President-Elect of the Middle East and North Africa Medical Toxicology Association (MENATOX) and the General Secretary of the Oman Society of Emergency Medicine (OSEM). In addition, he holds the position of Associate Programme Director for the Emergency Medicine Residency Programme at the Oman Medical Specialty Board (OMSB).

A distinguished medical professional and academic leader with a comprehensive background in emergency medicine. Board Member of Asian Society for Emergency Medicine (ASEM), Immediate Past President of The Society for Emergency Medicine in Singapore (SEMS) and hold the position of Deputy Academic Chair of the SingHealth Duke-NUS Emergency Medicine Academic Clinical Programme. He is the Ambulatory and Community Care Discipline Lead of Eastern General Hospital (EGH) Planning Office. Additionally, an Editorial Board member of the Western Journal of Emergency Medicine and the Immediate Past Head of the Changi General Hospital Emergency Department.

Ives Hubloue is the chairman of the Center of Emergency and Disaster Medicine Brussels (CEDIMED Brussels) of the University Hospital Brussels (UZ Brussel) and the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB).

He graduated in Medicine at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel in 1988 and started a residency in Internal Medicine (finished in 1993) followed by a training in emergency, intensive care and disaster medicine (finished in 1995). He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine and Intensive Care Medicine.

In 2003 he obtained his PhD in Medical Sciences at the VUB. His PhD thesis was entitled : Humoral control of the pulmonary circulation in animal models.

As full professor at the medical school of the VUB he is responsible for the medical skills training for medical students (undergraduate and graduate). He is also the program director for the residency training in emergency medicine at the VUB. Besides this he is a Faculty member and Chairman of the Strategic Management Board of the European Master in Disaster Medicine (EMDM) course. With regards to education his interest is mainly focused on the integration of innovative technologies and methodologies such as blended learning, e-learning, virtual reality, augmented reality and computer simulation in educational programs.

In 2011 he founded ReGEDiM

Dr. Jaiganesh is the Chairman and Consultant in Adult & Pediatric Emergency Medicine for Tawam hospital in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi. Well published in the field of emergency medicine, Dr. Jaiganesh is also the Section Editor & Chapter Author for various books including the Oxford Handbook for Medical School. A Medico-legal & Clinical Negligence expert, he has spoken internationally in these and emergency medicine topics. Dr. Jaiganesh is an adjunct assistant professor at UAE University and was also the director of the Tawam EM residency until 2023

His contributions to healthcare excellence have earned accolades such as the SEHA Innovation Dome Bronze Award and the Certified Emergency Department Executive distinction. Dr. Jaiganesh plays an instrumental role in shaping emergency medicine standards in the UAE as the Co-Chair of the DOH Emergency Medicine Task Force and Standardization Initiative, Chair of the SEHA Emergency Medicine Service Line Council (2022), and a Medical Expert for the Department of Health.

EDUCATION
Undergraduate: George Mason University
Medical School: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Residency: University of Chicago Hospitals and Clinics – Chief Resident

Dr. Janis P. Tupesis completed his residency training at the University of Chicago Hospitals and Clinics where he served as the Associate Residency Program Director, a position he held until joining the faculty at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. He served as the Emergency Medicine Residency Program Director until 2014, overseeing the program's initial accreditation and expansion to its current form. At the same time, he served as the chairperson of UW Health's Graduate Medical Education Global Health Committee. He is a former Associate Director and current advisory committee member of the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Global Health Institute.

He has been involved in projects involving establishing graduate medical education programs in resource limited settings in both Liberia, Ethiopia and South Africa – partnering with multiple other academic institutions. In 2018, he begun work with the World Bank and the Association of African Universities on the Africa Centers of Excellence for Development (ACE Impact) Project, which aims to improve the quality, quantity and development impact of postgraduate education in selected universities through regional specialization and collaboration. He helps oversee the Centers of Excellence (Health) in numerous countries in the west African sub-region.

Dr. Tupesis serves on multiple international global health education committees, including the International Federation of Emergency Medicine (IFEM), African Federation of Emergency Medicine (AFEM), American College of Emergency Medicine (ACEP) and the Society of Academic Emergency Medicine – Global Emergency Medicine Academy (GEMA). In 2018, he was awarded the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award by GEMA for his work on emergency care health/education systems development. More recently, Dr. Tupesis was awarded the Order of the IFEM in 2020 for his extensive and continuous commitment to the specialty of Emergency Medicine.

Outside of work, Dr. Tupesis enjoys traveling, adventure medicine and mountaineering, UW–Madison athletics, and spending time with his wife and children.

Dr. Joseph Bonney is an Emergency Medicine Specialist from Ghana with a double master's in Public Health and Disaster Medicine, and a Fellow of the Disaster and Emergency Preparedness Program at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in New York, USA. He is a founding member of the Emergency Medicine Society of Ghana (EMSOG) and currently serves as President of the African Federation for Emergency Medicine, where he leads initiatives to strengthen emergency care systems, workforce development, and collaboration across the continent.

He is a member of the IFEM–WHO ACAN Taskforce and a Board Member of the World Association for Disaster and Emergency Medicine (WADEM). Dr Bonney is also a Senior Research Fellow with the Global Health and Infectious Diseases Research Group at the Kumasi Center for Collaborative Research in Tropical Medicine (KCCR), where he supports research on critical care, outbreaks, and health systems.

He additionally serves as Managing Editor of the Ghana Medical Journal and advisor to the African Journal of Emergency Medicine, contributing to efforts to advance academic publishing and research capacity in Africa.

He additionally serves as Managing Editor of the Ghana Medical Journal and advisor to the African Journal of Emergency Medicine, contributing to efforts to advance academic publishing and research capacity in Africa.

Dr. Razzak is a Professor of Emergency Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine, where he leads research programs across three academic departments of Emergency Medicine. His research, education, and policy work in emergency care have primarily focused on Pakistan, where his contributions have transformed the landscape of emergency medicine.

As the founding chair of Emergency Medicine at Aga Khan University in Karachi, Dr. Razzak established Pakistan's first academic emergency medicine department, launched the country's first residency program, and served as a national leader in expanding training programs across the country. His impact extends beyond academia—he was the founding CEO of Aman Healthcare Services, where he spearheaded Pakistan's first Advanced Life Support Ambulance service in Karachi, a model later adopted and scaled up by the Government of Sindh across the province. Additionally, he was the inaugural director of the World Health Organization's first-ever Collaborating Center on Emergency Care in a developing country, supporting emergency care systems across South Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa.

Currently, Dr. Razzak and his teams in Karachi and New York are running a multidimensional program to strengthen emergency care for the most vulnerable populations. His work extends across the entire 'chain of survival'—from bystanders to pre-hospital transport to high-quality emergency care at medical facilities. One of his most impactful initiatives, the Pakistan Lifesavers Program, launched five years ago, has trained over half a million Pakistani youth in life-saving skills such as bleeding control and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). His team has also played a key role in evaluating EMT graduates from the Rescue 1122 Academy in Punjab and developing locally adapted Basic Life Support courses for healthcare providers.

Dr. Razzak is internationally recognized as a leader in emergency care research and policy. He led the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Collaborative on Enhancing Emergency Care Research in LMICs (CLEER) and is among the top 50 NIH-funded researchers in Emergency Medicine in the U.S., top 2% scientist worldwide by Stanford University and received Leadership in Public Health Award by the Society of Academic Emergency Medicine. He has held tenured professorships at Johns Hopkins University and Aga Khan University and has authored over 200 peer-reviewed publications, monographs, and book chapters.

Speciality/Designation: Head of Critical Care Division and Deputy Medical Director, NMC Royal Khalifa Hospital, Abu Dhabi. Critical care Strategy lead, NMC group.

Qualifications: MBBS, FRCA, CCT Anaesthesia and Critical Care (UK), MBA (International Health Care)

Dr Kalpana has over 20 years of experience as a consultant in critical care medicine. She has completed her CCT in Anaesthesia and Critical Care from the United Kingdom in 2007. She has been in the UAE since 2010 and has been instrumental in setting up adult ECMO program in Abu Dhabi and Dubai region.

She currently is the Deputy CMO and leads quality and medical education at NMC Royal Khalifa.

As a chair of critical care services for the NMC group, she oversees critical care services across the group both operationally and strategically.

Alqaydi received his medical degree from Manchester University (UK) and pursued postgraduate residency training in Emergency Medicine at McGill University (Canada). He has additional fellowships in Trauma Team Leadership and Resuscitation Leadership. His interests include caring for critically ill patients and trauma system improvement.

Dr. Khulood Abdulla is an Emergency medicine consultant worked in Skmc till 2023 then joined in Al Rahba Hospital where i have established the urgent care center. Acting medical director of Al Rahba hospital since 2024.

Dr Cranfield graduated from Edinburgh University in 2003, following education in Sheffield and Brighton, and electives in Japan and Australia. Initially, she began training in surgery on the Edinburgh Basic Surgical Training rotation, but after working in Johannesburg and King's College Hospital, London, her main interest became the initial management of the trauma patient. She joined the SE Scotland Emergency Medicine Training Programme in 2006 and was trainee representative for the Scottish Trauma Audit Group. She currently works at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Abu Dhabi and is the Morbidity & Mortality lead, having previously been the Critical Care and Resuscitation Lead.

Dr. Cirillo is serving as President of ACEP from Sep 25 - Oct 26.

Dr. Lajeesh Vettikkat is a dual accredited Adult and Paediatric Emergency Medicine Consultant currently working at Sheikh Tahnoon Medical City and Tawam Hospital In Al Ain. He completed his training in the UK from London Deanery. He previously served as a Consultant in Emergency Medicine at Imperial College Healthcare NHS trust before coming to the UAE.

EM Consultant - Rashid Hospital, Dubai Health

Clinical Instructor/Core Faculty EM Residency Program MBRU

Adjunct Faculty DMU

In-Charge of Medical Toxicology Rotation, Rashid Hospital

Dr. Lateefa is currently a consultant emergency physician and Head of department at Sheikh Khalifa General Hospital . She is graduate of master of science in hospital management from Hamdan bin Mohammed Smart University 2021.

Other affiliations include

• Worked as emergency medicine specialist at Tawam hospital from 2018-2021.
• Arab bored certified 2018 , Jordanian board certified 2018.
• Completed residency training in emergency medicine accredited by : The Arab Board and accreditation council for graduate medical education international ACGME-I in 2016.
• RAK MHSU Graduate 2011 in MBBS

Dr. Lateifa Al Mazrouei is a dedicated Emergency Medicine Consultant with extensive experience at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC). She earned her MBBS from the University of Sharjah and completed her residency in Emergency Medicine at SKMC, where she served as the chief resident. She holds Arab Board certification in Emergency Medicine.

Her key areas of expertise and interest include medical education at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, emergency resuscitation, critical care, and point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS). Additionally, she is an instructor for ATLS, PALS, and ACLS training programme.

Dr. Maha Eidha Abdulla Aljaberi is an adept Emergency Medicine specialist at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, specializing in respiratory distress, airway emergencies, cardiac emergencies, orthopedic emergencies, pediatric emergencies, and diverse abdominal pain diagnoses. With a focused approach to anaphylaxis cases, Dr. Aljaberi excels in rapid and effective emergency care.

Dr. Mahdis Seddiq is a recent graduate of Emergency Medicine residency program at Rashid Hospital & Trauma Centre. She has recently passed her Emergency Medicine Emirati Board examination and has a strong academic and clinical focus on critical care and research. She has earned her research certification from Harvard Medical School, and is the leading researcher in resuscitation hemodynamic optimization and early MI detection through a novel ECG-based approach.

Dr.Jufaili works at Sultan Qaboos University Hospital & College of Medicine as Senior consultant Emergency Physicians and the current HOD of the emergency department, completed Med school at SQU in 1997, Residency and Fellowship in sports medicine from McGill University 2008. Enrolled in Master program of Med education at Maastricht University. Previous program director of EM program at Oman Medical Specialty Board , Director of Education department. The former HOD of Royal Hospital Emergency Department. Holds the position of chairman of the Sports medicine committee of Oman Olympic committee & the team physician for the Oman national football team. FFSEM fellow at the Faculty of Sports and Exercise Medicine, RCPI & RCSI, had several publications in local and international journals and worked as reviewer for several journals. Presented at a number of local and international conferences.

I finished my training In emergency medicine 1999 then I worked in Damascus Hospital for one year From 2000 to 2006 I worked in Saudi Arabia in red Crescent society As CMO of Riyadh branch and as a faculty member in the training programme for paramedics.

From 2006 by 2010 I worked in International Medical Center in Jeddah as Consultant assistant in Emergency Department.

In October 2010 I joined Tawam hospital in UAE where currently work as a consultant in Emergency Medicine.

Also working in STMC in same position.

I am also a core faculty member in Emergency Medicine Residency Program at Tawam hospital.

Dr. Maitha Al Mazrouei is an Emergency Medicine Specialist at Sheikh Khalifa General Hospital in the UAE. I completed my residency at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, where I served as Chief Resident and developed a strong interest in clinical innovation and quality improvement. My current work focuses on pediatric emergency care, triage system redesign, and strengthening evidence-based pathways in the ED. I am also an ACLS Instructor and active contributor to regional education and research initiatives.

An accomplished Emergency Physician with extensive experience in trauma management, prehospital emergency medicine, and clinical governance. Actively involved in developing clinical guidelines, training programs, and implementing innovative technologies to enhance emergency care delivery. A certified Arab Board Emergency Medicine specialist with residency training under the Dubai Health Authority and advanced leadership education from Harvard Medical School. Recognized for research on recurrent emergency department visits and contributions to national audits, academic teaching, and international conferences. Demonstrates strong commitment to quality improvement, mentorship, and advancing prehospital and emergency care standards across the UAE.

Mansoor has over 20 years of experience working both in the UK and UAE. He graduated from Imperial College London and completed his training and CCT in southwest London.

He has held many positions including Royal College of Emergency Medicine Tutor at St George's Hospital, London, Al Ain Region Life Support Committee Co-Chair, Emergency Department Mortality and Morbidity Lead and Al Ain Region JCIA Chapter Lead.

He has an interest in Mortality and Morbidity and was awarded Al Ain Region 'Best Quality Champion' in 2023.

Mansoor also has a strong interest in medical education and has been the Program Director of the Emergency Medicine Residency Program at Tawam Hospital and Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Mohammed Medical City since February 2025.

Dr. Mariam Ahmed Aljneibi is an Emergency Medicine and Sports Medicine physician, currently serving as the Quality Improvement Lead and Associate Program Director for the Emergency Medicine Residency Program at Zayed Military Hospital.

She completed her Emergency Medicine training and a Sports Medicine Fellowship at McGill University, and she holds a Master of Health Administration from George Washington University.

Dr. Aljneibi is a board member with the Emirates Medical Association for Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation and is actively involved in national and international conferences, contributing to education, quality improvement, and the advancement of sports-related emergency care.

Maryam Al Mansoori is the scientific committee chair of the ACEM25 Conference and Medical Director at DCAS with extensive experience in prehospital and in-hospital emergencies. She is Arab board certified in emergency medicine and has a master's degree in leadership and innovation in healthcare. She is passionate about empowering EMS providers through engagement and training

Dr. Maryam Al Nuaimi is the president of the Emirates Society of Emergency Medicine. She works as an Emergency Medicine Consultant at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, with a distinguished career in clinical practice, education, and research. She holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) from RAK Medical and Health Science University and dual certifications from the Arab and Jordanian Boards of Emergency Medicine. Driven by her passion for education, she earned a Master's in Medical Education from Harvard Medical School. She completed fellowships in Medical Simulation at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) at Massachusetts General Hospital. In her current roles, Dr. Al Nuaimi serves as the Associate Program Director of the Emergency Medicine Residency Program and as an Adjunct Professor at Mohammed Bin Rashid University. She is recognized for her contributions to teaching and mentoring, having facilitated workshops and delivered lectures to diverse audiences, including residents, medical students, and international professionals.

Currently Senior Specialist Emergency Physician at Rashid hospital Master of Science in Hospital Management From Hamdan Bin Mohammad Smart University in 2021 Worked as Emergency medicine specialist at Tawam Hospital From 2018-2021 Arab board Certified 2018 Completed Residency training in Emergency medicine accredited by: the Arab board and the Accreditation Council for Graduate medical Education-international ACGME-I in 2017 UAE university Graduate 2012 in MBBS

He is a highly experienced specialist psychiatrist and addiction expert, currently serving at the National Rehabilitation Center (NRC) in Abu Dhabi, UAE, where he provides psychiatric and addiction treatment services, including programs for internet addiction and gaming disorder./p>

Professional Background
Dr. Aoud has more than 15 years of experience in psychiatry and addiction treatment, holding academic and clinical roles in both Egypt and the UAE. He graduated with honors from the Faculty of Medicine in Egypt, completing both his master's and doctorate degrees in neuropsychiatry and psychiatry medicine. His career began as a demonstrator and then as a lecturer of psychiatry at Benha University in Egypt.

Certifications and Memberships

• International Certified Addiction Professional-Treatment (ICAP II).
• Member of the International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP).
• Medical Doctorate degree in psychiatry

Clinical Leadership in UAE
After relocating to the UAE, Dr. Aoud became the medical director at Dubai's first psychiatry clinic, then moved to Abu Dhabi to work as a specialist psychiatrist at Al Dhafra Hospitals under SEHA. He is now established as a specialist psychiatrist at the NRC, renowned for introducing new service lines for addiction and pioneering treatments for behavioral addictions like internet and gaming disorders.

Academic and Research Contributions
Dr. Aoud has actively participated in international conferences and workshops on addiction psychiatry and has published research articles in major journals. He is known for his innovative approaches and has delivered lectures and training programs, including those focused on psychosocial rehabilitation and advancements in addiction practice in the UAE.
Dr. Michael Youssef Aoud's extensive expertise and his ongoing role in advancing mental health and addiction treatment make him a distinguished figure in the field of psychiatry in the Middle East.

Life Support and Trauma Faculty in all disciplines with a Master's Degree in Medical Education. He serves as Chairperson of the Emergency Society - ENA and Chairperson of the Emergency Nursing Residency Program in UAE, leading key initiatives in emergency care education and professional development across the UAE.

Dr Mohammad Alkhunaizi is an American Board-certified Emergency Medicine ED physician. He holds an American Fellowship in Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) and Research, reflecting his commitment to advancing diagnostic accuracy and evidence-based practice in emergency medicine.

Mohammad Fakhraldeen, MB, BaO LRCPI & SI (NUI), MSc (Neuroscience), FRCPC (EM)

Chairman, Emergency Physician, Emergency Department (ED), Al-Sabah Hospital, Kuwait

Clinical Tutor, Clinical Training Site Coordinator, Kuwait Board of Emergency Medicine (KBEM), Kuwait Institute for Medical Specialization (KIMS)

MB BCh BaO(NUI), LRCPI & SI, MSc (Neuroscience)

FRCPC - Emergency Medicine, McGill University

Prehospital & Transport Medicine Fellowship, The University of Ottawa

Dr. Mohammed Alhayyas is a dedicated medical professional with a diverse and impressive background. He obtained his medical degree from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, where he laid the foundation for his career in the field of medicine. Following his graduation.

Continuing his journey in the medical field, Dr. Alhayyas embarked on postgraduate residency training in Emergency Medicine at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City in Abu Dhabi, further specializing in this crucial area of healthcare. His commitment to continuous learning and development led him to complete a PGCert in Medical and Health Education from the University of Manchester in the United Kingdom, enhancing his expertise in medical education.

Currently, Dr. Alhayyas serves as the Medical Lead for the Urban Search and Rescue Team within the National Guard Command, where he plays a pivotal role in emergency response and medical support during critical situations. Additionally, he holds the position of affiliated specialist in Emergency Medicine at Zayed Military Hospital under the Ministry of Defense in the United Arab Emirates, contributing his skills to deliver high-quality care to patients in need.

Dr. Alhayyas is known for his unwavering passion for prehospital medicine and medical education. Furthermore, his focus on medical quality and expertise in point-of-care ultrasound underlines his commitment to delivering advanced and comprehensive healthcare services to those in need.

Dr. Mohammed Naseb Bouhssas is an Emergency Medicine Physician working in Rashid Hospital, Dubai.

He did his residency in Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Abu Dhabi.

He is Arab and Jordanian board certified in Emergency Medicine.

Moiz Qureshi is a board-certified ER physician in Dallas, Texas. He completed his education at the prestigious 6-year BA/MD program at the University of Missouri Kansas City, then completed his residency at Penn State University Hospital. While in residency, he also completed his MBA from the Smeal College of Business at Penn State and then went on to complete a Disaster Medicine Fellowship as part of the program at Harvard Medical School and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He was recruited to be the medical director for a community hospital in rural Dallas and then transitioned to a more administrative focus as part of the largest freestanding ER group in Dallas where he was the Director of Operations overseeing clinical operations for 9 facilities and a micro hospital. Qureshi has since transitioned to an entrepreneurial mindset and is simultaneously working clinically while also developing a consulting firm that focuses on ER optimization and efficiency and AI integration in both clinical and administrative capabilities.

Trained in the UK with a CCT in emergency medicine, pre-hospital emergency medicine, and general practice, he holds a Fellowship in emergency medicine and immediate medical care from the UK. Along with membership at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and the Royal College of General Practitioners, Dr. Choudhury also has licensure from the Medical Council of Canada. Having worked as a consultant in the UK, he has contributed his service to UK Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) and excels in high-quality critical care in the pre-hospital setting. In the UAE, he has served as a core faculty in the emergency medicine residency program. As the Lead for SSMC, he aids in implementing the training framework in the institution. His expertise extends to developing and directing emergency ultrasound courses. Dr. Choudhury's commitment to enhancing emergency medical care is evident in his various roles, spanning clinical practice, education, and leadership.

Dr Mostafa Alhabboubi is a Canadian Board-certified Emergency Medicine specialist with fellowships in Point-of-Care Ultrasound (PoCUS) and Sports Medicine. Passionate about advancing clinical practice, Dr Alhabboubi has a strong interest in medical education and training, contributing to the development of future healthcare professionals.

Irfan Habib is Medical Director at ChildLife Foundation, Pakistan. He has contributed for the last 10 years in Emergency Medicine, focusing on directing, planning, and strategizing healthcare delivery. His interests include Triage, Resuscitation, Telemedicine & Digitalisation.

Dr. Munaa Dashti is a pioneering Emergency Medicine physician and the first female graduate of the Kuwait Board of Emergency Medicine (KBEM), under the Kuwait Institute for Medical Specialization (KIMS). She holds her MB, BCh, BAO, LRCP & SI degrees from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI), Dublin.

Dr. Dashti the first to complete dual fellowships in Emergency Ultrasound (POCUS) at Mass General Brigham and Clinical Simulation at the STRATUS Center, Brigham and Women's Hospital — both affiliated with Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA.

A recognized national leader in POCUS, she has been instrumental in transforming emergency medicine training and advancing ultrasound-guided diagnostics across Kuwait. She has been recently promoted to a Program Director of the Fellowship Program of Point of Care Ultrasound in Emergency Medicine.

She currently serves as Head of the Competence Committee, Site Coordinator, and Clinical Tutor at KBEM, as well as a POCUS leader and Medical Simulation Educator.

As an attending physician at Amiri Hospital, Ministry of Health, Kuwait, Dr. Dashti continues to drive innovation, empower future emergency physicians, and champion excellence in patient care.

Dr. Muneer is an Emergency Medicine Consultant from the United Arab Emirates. He completed his residency training in Emergency Medicine at Tawam Hospital in 2017. He is a former attending physician and educator at both Tawam Hospital and Sheikh Tahnoon Medical City (STMC).

Over the years, he has actively participated in the Emergency Medicine residency program at Tawam Hospital, advancing from chief resident to faculty member, Associate Program Director, and ultimately Program Director, a position he held until February 2025. His contributions have been crucial in training and graduating more than 60 Emergency Medicine Physicians, who are now board-certified and practice locally in the United Arab Emirates, across the wider region, and internationally. His main interests include undergraduate and postgraduate medical education, peer development, emergency medicine resuscitation and critical care, simulation, and point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS).

Additionally, Dr. Muneer has organized, participated in, and lectured at seminars and workshops both locally and across the MENA region, targeting medical students, residents, and other healthcare professionals. These include the Basic Ultrasound and POCUS Workshop, Airway Workshop, ENT Workshop, Suturing Workshop, and Chief Resident Leadership Program.

Furthermore, he has extensive experience as a life support instructor. He serves as a faculty member at Tawam Hospital and STMC Life Support Training Centers, where he teaches various life support courses, including Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS). In recognition of his efforts, he received the Emirates Society of Emergency Medicine (ESEM) Faculty of the Year Award in 2019, along with numerous other honors. Currently, he is a member of the Emergency Medicine Examination Subcommittee at the National Institute of Health Specialties (Emirati Board). Since 2023, he has been appointed as an Emirati Board Examiner.

Dr. Nabil Abdul Raheem is an Emergency Medicine and Pre-Hospital Emergency Medicine doctor with extensive experience in acute and critical care, both in hospital and in the field. He has worked as an Air Ambulance Doctor and is currently a Consultant in Emergency Medicine in the UK. He also serves as an MRCEM examiner and is the founder of Save One Save Humanity (SOSH), a non-profit teaching Basic Life Support. With postgraduate training, international presentations, and simulation teaching, Dr. Nabil remains passionate about advancing resuscitation science and inspiring the next generation of emergency physicians.

Dr. Nada Mohammed is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician, gaining her specialty certificates from both the Arab Board of Health Specializations & National Institute for Health Specialities (UAE) in 2024. She holds a degree of Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, and Bachelor of the Art of Obstetrics (MB, BCh, BAO) from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland- Medical University of Bahrain. As an adjunct clinical lecturer at the Mohammed bin Rashed University (MBRU) , she has a special interest in resuscitation medicine and point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS).

An award winning Emergency physician with MBBS at King Abdulaziz Uni from Jeddah Saudi Arabia followed by MSc in Surgical Sciences and FRCS(Ed) from UK and and Emergency Medicine training with FRCEM and CCT from London, including pre-hospital experience with the Helicopter Emergency Medical Service HEMS.

Been in the UAE since 2014; worked as Consultant Emergency and HOD at Sheikh Khalifa Hospital UQ and Al-Qassimi in Sharjah and an Adj Asst Prof at the Uni of Sharjah.

Instructor in several life support courses and an active ATLS instructor for the past 22 years.

My Interests include Resuscitation, ER procedures, Quality improvement, Innovation and Education particularly using social media. I have been on the Scientific committee of ESEM and collaborative committee for IFEM-WHO and serve several international organizations including SAMA, PSEM, PSIM(UAE), GNEM and IFEM-WHO.

Dr Nasser completed his training in Emergency Medicine in Oxford & London in the United Kingdom. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine UK and also has post graduate certificates in medical education and simulation.

He is currently working as a consultant and Program director of the Emergency medicine residency program at SKMC Abu Dhabi.

Nayef Mohamed Alsaadi is a Senior Toxicologist at the National Rehabilitation Center in Abu Dhabi, bringing more than 14 years of combined technical, forensic, and clinical experience within leading government institutions in the United Arab Emirates. His professional expertise spans forensic toxicology, analytical chemistry, and laboratory quality management. He is a membership in the International Association of Forensic Toxicologists (TIAFT).

Before joining the National Rehabilitation Center, Nayef served as a Senior Forensic Toxicology Analyst at the Center of Forensic and Digital Science (CFDS) under the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department. Across nearly a decade in forensic services, he performed advanced toxicological analysis on biological specimens using GC-MS, LC-MS/MS, LC-QTOF, and immunoassay platforms; developed and validated analytical methods; delivered expert testimony in court; and contributed to achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation through his role as an internal auditor. He is also recognized for mentoring junior toxicologists and university trainees, designing structured training programs that elevate technical competencies in forensic laboratories.

Nisreen Hamza Maghraby graduated from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada as an Emergency Medicine Specialist. She completed a two-year fellowship in Trauma & Disaster Management at McGill University. Nisreen holds two master's degrees from McGill University: a Master of Arts (Education Psychology / Health Profession stream) and a Master's in Management (International Masters for Health Leadership). She is the Founder of the ED ECMO Team, the first to her knowledge in the kingdom, in addition to the EM Sim Team at KFHU/Alkhobar, which provides education sessions via simulation for undergrad, postgrad & faculty members (multidisciplinary in situ simulations). She is also the Founder & Former Chairperson of the Emergency & Disaster Preparedness Unit at King Fahd University Hospital, Al-Khobar. Currently, Nisreen is an Assistant Professor & Consultant in EM/Trauma & Disaster Management at Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University (IAU). She was recently appointed as the Chairperson of the Simulation & Clinical Skill Center at the College of Medicine/IAU. Additionally, she is the Chairperson for the EM Saudi Board Exam Committee at the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties. She is an active National/International speaker and has joined several conference scientific Committees. She is an Editor for the Saudi Journal of Emergency Medicine and the Eurasian Journal of Emergency Medicine.

Norman F. Avila, BSN, RN, MAN, CAISS, CEN, TCRN, is the Trauma Program Manager at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City in Abu Dhabi, UAE. He brings over 30 years of experience as a registered nurse in various health institutions in the Philippines and abroad. He is a certified RN in the Philippines, Abu Dhabi, and the USA (Vermont), and holds specialty certifications in Emergency Nursing (CEN) and Trauma Nursing (TCRN) from the Board of Certification for Emergency Nurses (BCEN) in the United States. A Board-Certified Abbreviated Injury Scoring Specialist, Mr. Avila has 25 years of experience in Emergency and Trauma Nursing, along with a combined five years in Critical Care Nursing, Surgical Nursing, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, and Nursing Education. He has extensive expertise in Trauma System Development, Disaster Preparedness Programs, Facility-Based Trauma Programs, Trauma Registries, and Trauma Education for nurses. He currently serves as a member of the Abu Dhabi Trauma System Committee (TSC–DOH) and coordinates the Abu Dhabi Central Trauma Registry under the ADTSC–DOH. Additionally, he has been actively involved in training and educating nurses across various institutions and holds faculty and instructor status in all American Heart Association disciplines. Mr. Avila is also a UAE Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) Faculty member for the 8th and 9th editions of the TNCC by the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) USA, and he holds current international memberships with the Society of Trauma Nursing (STN) and the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA).

Dr. Noura Al Dosari has interest in trauma, aerospace medicine, and critical care.

Dr Omar Ghazanfar has been working in Emergency Medicine Physician since 2006.He is triple board certified with Board Certification in Emergency ,Medical quality and Disaster Medicine.His special interest is Disaster Medicine and he has completed a Masters in Disaster Medicine as well as Board Certificaiton.Dr Ghazanfar has also a keen interest in Medical Leadership and has completed the Edward Jenner Leadership degree from the NHS Leadership Academy.He is also a Fellow of the Institute of Leadership and Management and has finished an MBA from the Manchester Metropolitan University in the UK.He currently works as an Emergency Physician and Medical Director for HIMS at the Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi.

Dr Ghazanfar has presented widely in international conferences and served as a faculty member of various forums including ESEM. He is also a member of the IFEM NATSIG,Research and Governance commitee as well section member of the EUSEM Disaster Medicine and Care of the elderly special interest group.He sit on the peer review committee for medtigo and the Saudi Journal of Emergency Medicine

OSAMA KENTAB, M.D., FAAP, FACEP. Consultant Pediatric Emergency Medicine at King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz University Hospital. Clinical Associate Professor at Princess Nourah Bint AbdulRahman University, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Educational Background: College of Medicine, King Saud University - MBBS. Specialty, Subspecialty, and Years of Experience: Board certification in Emergency Medicine (FAAEM) – December 2010; American Board of Pediatric Emergency Medicine (FAAP) – October 2000; Fellowship in Pediatric Emergency (FAAP-PEM) – June 1999; American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) – October 1997; Arab Board of Pediatrics (ArabBP) – April 1995; King Saud University Fellowship in Pediatrics (KSUF-P) – December 1994.

Dr. Osama Mousa Salama, Emirate, Arab Board (EM), Jordanian Board (EM), European board of Emergency medicne, MRCEM, and MBA, is a Senior Emergency Medicine Consultant and Head of the Emergency Department at Al-Qassimi Hospital, Emirates Health Services (EHS), Sharjah. He is Regional Faculty for the American Heart Association (BLS, ACLS, PALS, PEARS) and Course Director with the European Resuscitation Council (ETC/ALS/NLS). He is an active speaker, educator, and researcher with special interests in resuscitation, trauma, and emergency systems improvement.

Dr Pauline Convocar is the Immediate Past President of the Philippine College of Emergency Medicine (PCEM). She now leads PCEM's Section on Advocacy in addressing national and global emergency care disparity issues and developing inclusive health systems for the disadvantaged. She is instrumental to the organization of PCEM's Section on Gender Equity and Empowerment to ensure inclusivity and diversity in the field of emergency medicine. She is currently the President-Elect of the Asian Society of Emergency Medicine and the Chair of the Specialty Implementation Committee of the International Federation of Emergency Medicine.

Rahim Valani has been practicing emergency medicine in some of Canada's busiest emergency departments for over 18 years. He is Associate Professor at the University of Toronto and is also the Chair of the Best Evidence in Emergency Medicine program. He holds a Masters in Medical Education and an MBA from the Wharton School of Business, with specializations in operations, finance, and strategic management. He is currently implementing data-driven decision processes.

Completed residency in Emergency Medicine at Henry Ford, where he served as chief resident. Completed a fellowship in Emergency Ultrasound at Baylor College of Medicine. Assistant Professor and core faculty at the American University of Beirut. Residency Program Director at American University of Beirut.

Dr. Rashid Al Araimi MBChB FRCPC ABEM-NCC

Emergency Physician, Neurointensivist

The Royal Hospital, Muscat

Sultanate of Oman

Dr. Reem Al Falasi is an American Board Certified Emergency Medicine Physician and Intensivist with a special interest in cardiothoracic and cardiac critical care. She is currently a staff physician within the Critical Care Division at the Integrated Hospital Institute at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, where she also serves as the Vice Chair of Education for the department.

Dr. Al Falasi's clinical and academic focus includes the management of cardiothoracic and cardiac critical care patients, mechanical circulatory support, and transplantation. She strives to advance care in these areas through evidence-based practices and fostering collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.

Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Al Falasi is engaged in education and quality improvement initiatives, including efforts to improve ICU practices and patient outcomes through structured frameworks such as the A-F bundle. She is dedicated to advancing critical care medicine and contributing to the ongoing development of the field.

Dr. Reem Alhawas, MD, is a Staff Physician within the Emergency Medicine Department of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi's Integrated Hospital Care Institute. She is also Program Director of the Emergency Medicine Residency

Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Dr. Alhawas worked at Bon Secours Healthcare System in Southern Virginia, US and at King Fahad University Hospital in Khobar, KSA. Dr. Alhawas received her medical degree from Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal, Dammam, KSA.

Riaz Khan (MBBS, FACEM, AICG), Consultant Emergency Medicine, Western Australia Health Service, Bunbury and Kalgoorlie Hospitals, Ex Consultant Emergency Medicine , Zayed Military Hospitals UAE, Ex Director Emergency Med Training, Tasmania Health, Australia, Fellowships: EM Teaching, Clinical Governance, Ultrasound, Trauma

Pediatric emergency consultant and Assistant Professor, Faculty of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, KSA. Head of Pediatric Emergency Department, KAUH. Head of PEM section in SASEM.

Dr. Ruqya Rashid Matar Abdalla Al Zaabi, an Emergency Medicine expert at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, specializes in resuscitation for adults and children. With a clinical simulation fellowship from Harvard and CHSE certification, Dr. Al Zaabi adeptly diagnoses and treats life-threatening emergencies, showcasing expertise in acute medicine.

Dr. Saravanakumar S is Group Unit Head and Consultant in Emergency Medicine at Dr. Mehta's Hospitals, Chennai. He is Executive Co-Chairman and Past President of the Society for Emergency Medicine India (SEMI), where he pioneered training programs in disaster response, cardiac life support, law, and leadership, earning recognition as a Pioneer in SEMI Academics.

He is Editor-in-Chief of Health QUEST, India's first emergency medicine safety guidelines adapted from ISRO best practices, and received CAHO's Young Quality Achiever 2018 award. Internationally, he chairs the Emergency Medicine Development Committee of IFEM and is past chair of its Quality and Patient Safety group.

With multiple awards, publications, and global lectures, Dr. Saravanakumar is a leading voice shaping emergency medicine in India and beyond.

• Saad Alshahrani MD, MBA
• Emergency Medicine Consultant
• Medical Director , Dr. Sulaiman Al-Habib Medical Group,
• Assistant Professor at college of Medicine, Imam AbdulRahman Bin Faisal University
• Program Director of Faculty Development Fellowship, George Washington

Dr. Sabariah is currently a Professor of Emergency Medicine at the University of Technology MARA. She was until November 2018, the National Advisor to the Ministry of Health Malaysia for Emergency Medicine and Trauma Services and the Chairman of the National Committee on Resuscitation for the Ministry of Health.

Dr Sabrina is a Double Canadian board certified in Emergency Medicine and Family. She holds a degree in medical education from Johns Hopkins USA. Held position as assistant program director of the Emergency Medicine Residency Program at Sheikh Khalifa Medical city, in Abu Dhabi, and is a pioneer in the starting of the Emirati board of Emergency Medicine.

Dr. Saeed Al Obeidani is a senior consultant and head of Paediatric Emergency at Royal Hospital, Oman. After completing Emergency Medicine residency training in Oman in 2005, Dr. Saeed pursued a fellowship in Paediatric Emergency at Western University, Canada. Dr. Saeed leads the paediatric emergency department, bringing extensive expertise in emergency care for children.

Dr. Salah Alghanem, MD, SBEM, MSc HCM (RCSI)

• Senior Consultant Emergency Medicine
• Head of the Emergency Departments in Royal Medical Services (Military Hospital & King Hamad University Hospital)
• Immediate Past President of the Bahrain Association of Emergency Medicine.
• Regional Faculty to the American Heart Association
• Chairman of many Committees
• Senior Tutor of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland.

Dr Fares Al-Ali is former Head of the ED and the former Program Director at Zayed Military Hospital. He is the founder and former chairman of the Trauma System Initiative of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and also the founder and past president of the Emirates Society of Emergency Medicine (ESEM). Dr Fares Al-Ali was able to establish several key initiatives including the first official Trauma Registry in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi STEMI network involving the different stakeholders, as well as the approval of the UAE 'Good Samaritan Law', which is considered the first law of its kind in an Arab Country.

He was recently appointed as the Executive Director of the Center of Emergency Preparedness and Response (CEPAR) at the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi in April 2021. Dr Fares Al-Ali has contributed to several international textbooks and peer-reviewed articles in the field of EM, EMS and Disaster Medicine, and has presented in several conferences regionally and internationally.

Dr. Elrasheed Salih graduated from the University of Sharjah Medical College. He completed his internship at the Kuwaiti Hospital and Al Qassimi Hospital under the Ministry of Health and Prevention. He later moved to Al Ain where he completed his residency training in Emergency Medicine at Tawam Hospital, and was the chief resident and house staff council chair. Dr. Salih was also involved in teaching the medical students at the United Arab Emirates University. He is currently certified by the Jordanian Board in Accident & Emergency Medicine.

Dr. Salma Al Rajaby is a Emergency Medicine and has an experience of 15 years in this field. She completed Doctor of Medicine from Muhimbili University Of Health And Allied Sciences in 2007,High School from Sharjah Indian School in 2013 and Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery from China Three Gorges University in 2020.

• MBBS(HK)
• MSc(Epidemiology and Biostatistics)(CUHK)
• MRCSEd
• FHKCEM
• DCH(Sydney)
• GradDipFamMed(Monash)
• Dip Med(CUHK)
• FHKAM(Emergency Medicine)

Dr. Samata Chororia is an Emergency Medicine physician, currently working at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, one of the leading tertiary care and academic centers in South Asia. She completed her MD in Emergency Medicine from AIIMS and has strong clinical expertise in trauma resuscitation, critical care, and point-of-care ultrasonography. Her research focuses on trauma and emergency ultrasound, toxicology and acute pain management in high-acuity settings. She is an active member of the Gender-Specific Issues Special Interest Group at the International Federation for Emergency Medicine (IFEM) and a strong propagator of Gender Equality in ED and use of AI to improve ED management and transparency. She has been invited as a Speaker at various national and international conferences and is one of the youngest invited speakers at ICEM and one of the youngest ATLS instructor in India. Beyond medicine, she is passionate about music and Jainism with its values, which she believes enhances empathy and emotional balance in patient care.

Dr. Samya is an Emergencies and Neurocritical Care Consultant at Khoula Hospital, the largest trauma and neuroscience center in the Sultanate of Oman. She completed her Emergency Medicine residency at McGill University in Canada, followed by a fellowship in Neurocritical Care at the Montreal Neurological Institute, where she gained advanced training in neurotrauma, neuromonitoring, and coma management.

Dr. Samya is passionate about trauma care, point of care ultrasound, and medical education. Her work focuses on improving critical care systems in Oman through multidisciplinary ICU development, simulation based training, and quality improvement initiatives. Through her clinical practice and teaching, she strive to elevate the standards of emergency and neurocritical care locally and across the region.

Sang Do Shin, MD, MPH, PhD

Current Positions

• Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine and Hospital (since 2015)
• Professor, Department of Human Systems Medicine, Seoul National University Graduate School of Medicine (since 2020)
• Chief Executive Officer, Innolem Co., Inc. (since 2023)

Education and Training

• Doctor of Philosophy (Epidemiology, Preventive Medicine), Kangwon National University (2003)
• Master of Public Health (Epidemiology), Seoul National University (2000)
• Doctor of Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine (1995)
• Fellowship & Residency, Emergency Medicine, Seoul National University Hospital

Professional Leadership & Service

• Chair, Pan-Asian Trauma Outcomes Study (PATOS) Clinical Research Network (since 2013)
• Co-Chair, Pan-Asian Resuscitation Outcomes Study (PAROS) (since 2010)
• Ex-Chair and Board Member, Asian EMS Council (2009–2018)
• Secretary General, Organizing Committee, 15th APCDM (2024)
• Medical Director, Seoul Metropolitan Fire Department (since 2015)

Dr Sania Zia is a Board-certified EM Specialist at Rashid Hospital & Trauma Centre-Dubai Health. She serves as Faculty for undergraduate & postgraduate training programs at MBRU, Chief Editor at ESEM & Co-Founder of ECREM. Dr Sania is a medical educator, researcher and podcaster with an interest in Disaster Medicine, POCUS and Toxicology.

Dr Sanjay Ayathan is a UK trained Emergency Medicine Consultant and Program Director of the Emergency medicine Residency Program at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical city in Abu Dhabi , a tertiary care Hospital and regional Trauma and Burns center.

He has been a part of the ESEM family for the last 10 yrs and continues to contribute towards its success as a leading Emergency Medicine Conference in the MENA region.

He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine UK (FRCEM). He is an ATLS instructor. His interest and expertise are in decision making, Medical education, resuscitation, Trauma care and Residency training.

He has a keen interest in Human factors in medicine and the in use of simulation in improving patient safety. He is passionate about quality and performance improvement in Emergency Medicine.

He has been a consultant in the Emergency Department at Al Qassimi Hospital in Sharjah since 2021. With a wealth of experience spanning over a decade, he previously served as an Emergency Medicine consultant in the UK, where he gained valuable experience within the NHS and developed a deep understanding of acute care.

He obtained FRCEM and his Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Emergency Medicine and spent 10 years as a consultant in the UK before moving to the UAE.

As the Program Director for the Emergency Residency program at Emirates Health Services (EHS), he is committed to training the next generation of emergency medicine physicians, emphasizing the importance of education and hands-on experience.

His professional interests are based around Human Factors, medical education, simulation-based training, and innovation in emergency care practices. By integrating these aspects into everyday practice, he hopes to significantly enhance patient outcomes and clinician performance.

Outside of the hospital, he enjoys family time as well as running and cycling, finding balance and inspiration through his children and physical activity

Dr. Sergey Motov is an emergency medicine attending physician and research director practicing in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, New York. He graduated from the Medical Academy of Latvia and completed his EM residency at Maimonides Medical Center. Dr. Motov is a professor of emergency medicine at SUNY Downstate College of Medicine who is very passionate about safe and effective pain management in the ED. His primary focus is a patient-specific, pain syndrome-targeted approach to pain relief by utilizing a combination of non-pharmacologic, opioid, and non-opioid therapeutic modalities. His primary interests include non-opioid analgesic modalities and a qualitative approach to opioid prescribing. Dr. Motov has been growing and researching this body of work over the past 15 years both nationally and globally and has given multiple presentations, workshops, and roundtable discussions on the subject of ED pain management across the globe. Dr. Motov has over 70 peer-reviewed pain-related publications in the most prestigious emergency medicine journals.

Shafeek worked as a firefighter/paramedic in the US before starting medical school in Lebanon at the American University of Beirut. He then worked in Disaster Management for 2 years before doing his residency in Emergency Medicine at the American University of Beirut Medical Center. After graduating, he moved to Dubai and started working as an Emergency Medicine Specialist at Mediclinic Parkview Hospital in 2019.

Consultant in Emergency Medicine at Aga Khan University, Pakistan. He is an active clinical researcher with over 60 peer-reviewed publications, recipient of both intramural and extramural research grants, and author of multiple book chapters and a clinical manual. He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (UK) and recipient of the ALiEM Faculty Incubator Award. Dr. Waheed holds a PhD in Clinical Sciences, with expertise in airway management in the emergency department, medical education, resuscitation, and emergency medicine leadership.

Dr. Shannon N. Thompson, MD, MAEd, MPH, NRP is a consultant EMS and emergency physician. She has held multiple leadership roles, including EMS Director for Abu Dhabi's Trauma, Burn, and Rehabilitative Medicine Team, EMS Medical Director at Joint Base San Antonio, and Associate/Deputy Medical Director for San Antonio and Converse Fire Departments.

Dr. Thompson completed her Emergency Medicine residency and EMS/Disaster Medicine fellowship at the San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium (SAUSHEC), and holds advanced degrees in Medicine (USUHS), Public Health (University of South Florida), and Science Education (University of Alabama at Birmingham). Her career began as an EMT and science educator before transitioning fully into medicine, reflecting her lifelong dedication to service, education, and patient care.

Board-certified in Emergency Medicine with subspecialty certification in EMS, she has authored peer-reviewed publications on trauma procedures, prehospital innovation, and mass-casualty response. She has presented nationally on EMS education, disaster medicine, and airway management.

Through her leadership, scholarship, and military service, Dr. Thompson advances prehospital care systems, disaster preparedness, and medical education, bridging civilian and military practice to improve outcomes in emergency and austere environments.

Dr. Shaza Karrar is a Board-Certified Consultant Emergency Medicine physician at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. She has served as one of the earliest Core Faculty, helping build the Emergence Medicine residency program and delivering its inaugural simulation curriculum. As a proven educational leader, Dr. Karrar founded NEEMRA to connect Emergency Medicine residents and faculty across the UAE and launched EMSPACECAST, the region's first EM podcast with focus in Toxicology and Disaster Medicine. Her executive focus is on high-reliability clinical operations, applying data-driven process optimization, systematic translational simulation, and team training to elevate patient safety and service quality. Recognized with multiple institutional and national awards, she is now pursuing an Executive MBA to amplify her impact on system-level performance and patient care.

Dr. Kalidindi is a pediatric emergency physician and Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Central Florida. He serves as the Chair for the Pediatric Emergency Medicine Section of the American College of Emergency Physicians. He is the Director of Clinical Sciences at the College of Medicine and Medical Director for Simulation at Nemours Children's Hospital.

Dr. Kalidindi is board certified in Pediatrics and Pediatric Emergency Medicine by the American Board of Pediatrics and the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada. He received the Certified Physician Executive designation from the American Association for Physician Leadership. He has chaired national conferences and presented at several national and international conferences. Dr. Kalidindi has received several 'Teacher of the Year' awards at the University of Western Ontario and the University of Central Florida. He was bestowed the UCF Clinical Excellence Award and Nemours Physician Service Excellence Award.

Dr Sowjanya Patibandla is a pioneering healthcare leader with 18 years of experience in emergency medicine, digital health, and AI-driven innovation. As National President of the Society for Emergency Medicine India (SEMI), Dr Patibandla has shaped national training and research priorities, and led transformative projects in predictive analytics and remote patient monitoring. Recognised with awards such as the Healthcare Legend in Emergency Medicine (2023) and the Visionary Technology Innovation Award by the International Federation of Emergency Medicine, Dr Patibandla is also an accomplished academic, mentor, and advocate for equitable, technology-enabled care.

Dr. Byng possesses almost two decades of extensive experience within the realm of emergency medicine, having worked in the UK prior to her practice in the Middle East. She has been working in Al Mafraq Hospital since 2014 and has continued her position at SSMC. Dr. Byng is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons (M.R.C.S.) and a fellow of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine (F.R.C.E.M.). Furthermore, she is the medical lead for Disaster Medicine at SSMC and is also a core faculty member in the training of emergency medicine residents. Dr. Byng is passionate about patient safety, preventative approaches in medicine, and stress management.

Dr. Sufyan Alrahbi is a pediatric Emergency Medicine consultant at the Royal Hospital in Muscat, Oman. He completed his residency in Adult Emergency Medicine and a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellowship at McGill University. He is certified by both the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM) and the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada (FRCPC).In addition to his clinical roles, Dr. Alrahbi has a strong background in health informatics, having pursued a diploma in this field from McMaster University. Dr. Alrahbi area of interest includes medical education, simulation and innovative technology.

Dr. Suneel Upadhye is an Associate Professor in Emergency Medicine at McMaster University (Hamilton, Canada) since 2001. He completed his MSc in Health Research Methods, Evidence & Impact in 2005. He is a founding member of the Best Evidence in Emergency Medicine (BEEM) program since 2005, and was the inaugural Research Lead for the EM Researchers of Niagara (2017-current). He is currently involved as a Level II INGUIDE Methodologist in the Society of Academic Emergency Medicine (SAEM) Guidelines for Reasonable & Appropriate Care in Emergency Room (GRACE) group, which creates EM-specific clinical practice guidelines for EM physicians worldwide. He is also the creator/curator of the nonprofit EmergencyGuidelines.ca website, providing guidelines summaries for the global EM audience. He has also been a founding member of the Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians (CAEP) Choosing Wisely Canada (CWC) EM Working Group, which produces recommendations to reduce low-value care in Canadian ED settings. He has produced numerous award-winning abstracts and peer-reviewed publications with these activities. Current research interests include optimizing ED Low Back Pain care, evidence-based emergency medicine/knowledge translation, and implementing CWC EM recommendations into practice. He is also an avid scuba diver, mediocre golfer and erstwhile aspiring jazz musician...

Suneel Upadhye, MD MSc FRCPC

Associate Professor, Emergency Medicine, McMaster University

Staff EM Physician, Niagara Health

Prof Lim completed his medical undergraduate studies in 1986 from the National University of Singapore (NUS). He went on to complete his Accident & Emergency training in 1992. He was the former Head of Emergency Department, and has stepped down since 2009.

Dr. Srinath is a highly acclaimed Senior Consultant in Critical Care Medicine. He previously held the position of Consultant and Group Head in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Yashoda Hospitals, Hitec City, Hyderabad. With a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to healthcare, he has played a pivotal role in managing the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

As the Covid-19 Nodal Officer, Dr. Srinath took charge of developing treatment guidelines for patients and ensuring their continuous updates. Additionally, he assumed the responsibility of Chief Vaccinating Officer during the introduction of the COVID-19 vaccine in January 2021. In this role, he formulated protocols across the hospital group and served as a liaison to receive vaccines from both public and private sources. Dr. Srinath's efforts have resulted in the administration of over 2,50,000 vaccine doses in Bangalore through the coordination of more than 500 vaccination camps.

Dr. Srinath's educational background includes pursuing an MBA in Finance from Manipal University, a Post Graduate MD in Emergency Medicine from Vinayaka Mission Kirupananda Variyar Medical College, Salem, and an MBBS from Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College, Kolar.

His extensive professional experience encompasses his current role as Senior Consultant at Yashoda Hospitals, where he heads the Department of Emergency Medicine. Notably, he has contributed significantly to the training of doctors and nurses across different states in India, including Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, and Karnataka.

Dr. Srinath's involvement in various professional memberships, such as his role as Treasurer in the Asian Society for Emergency Medicine and the International Federation of Emergency Medicine, highlights his dedication to advancing emergency medicine globally. He has also held leadership positions in several organizations, including being the President of SEMI and the Academic Council Chairperson for SEMI.

Furthermore, Dr. Srinath has made substantial contributions to research and publications in the field of emergency medicine. His work has been published in reputed journals, focusing on topics such as COVID-19 vaccination, guidelines for cardiac life support training programs, and the setup of intensive care units for COVID-19.

Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Srinath has received numerous awards and recognitions, including the 'Dynamic Indian of the Millennium Award' in 2022 and the Sri. APJ Abdul Kalam Award for Emergency Medicine in 2018. He has been a keynote speaker at the Emergency Medicine Association of Turkey and has been instrumental in setting Guinness World Records for Basic Life Support (BLS) training.

Dr. Srinath's leadership, expertise, and dedication to emergency medicine have earned him a prominent place in the healthcare community, making him a valuable asset in the ongoing battle against the challenges posed by emergencies and global health crises.

Dr. Vaishali Adiga is a Consultant Pediatric Anaesthetist at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Abu Dhabi. She completed her training in London and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Anaesthetists (UK). She went on to pursue advanced fellowships in Difficult Airway Management at Guy's & St Thomas' Hospital and Pediatric Anaesthesia at the world-renowned Great Ormond Street Hospital, where she later served as a Consultant Anaesthetist.

Dr. Vaishali is deeply passionate about medical education. She holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education and Simulation from the UK and is an accredited instructor for ALS, ATLS, and PALS. She has a special clinical interest in pediatric airway management, where she continues to contribute to excellence in care and training.

Dr. Venkat Kotamraju is a senior Consultant in Emergency Medicine, East Midlands Regional Chair of RCEM, Vice Chair of the IFEM Quality & Safety SIG, and Emergency Medicine Training Programme Director for Health Education East Midlands. With over 20 years of experience, he is widely recognised for his leadership in Emergency Medicine, Clinical Toxicology, Medical Education, and Patient Safety. At the Royal Derby Hospital, he serves as CESR Programme Director and Teaching Lead, shaping the development of future emergency physicians. He is a Senior RCEM CESR Portfolio Assessor, MRCEM/FRCEM Examiner, and ATLS Course Director, delivering high-impact training courses across the UK, UAE, and India. A respected Clinical Toxicologist and active RCEM Toxicology SIG member, he is also a sought-after international speaker on toxicology, resuscitation, human factors, and safety, presenting at major conferences worldwide. Dr. Kotamraju's work reflects a sustained commitment to advancing Emergency Medicine through education, quality, and global collaboration.

Wail Akel Alkhaldi (Wail Akel) is a Saudi emergency medicine physician and a consultant in the Saudi Royal Forces, with experience at the King Fahad Hospital in Dhahran and the Airbase Hospital in Al-Khobar. He holds the Saudi and Jordanian boards in Emergency Medicine and is involved in tactical medicine, simulation, and TCCC (Tactical Combat Casualty Care).

Dr Jeon completed his residency in Emergency Medicine in Ajou university hospital and held academic positions at Inje University, Ilsan Paik Hospital as assistant professor and associated professor. Since 2024, he has been a clinical professor at the Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Vincent Hospital, College of Medicine, Catholic University of Korea. He was board member of Korean Society of Emergency Medicine and Korean Society of Clinical Toxicology. He carried out the Uzbekistan EMS education project as PI. His primary focus in emergency medicine is the ODA project, EMS education and clinical toxicology.

Dr. Yasmin is a Consultant in Emergency Medicine at Rashid Hospital Trauma Center, where she oversees the diagnosis and management of a wide range of medical, trauma, and critical care cases. Having recently completed her MSc in Sports and Exercise Medicine, she possesses an understanding of both acute and chronic conditions related to physical exertion and injury and is keen on continuing along this new journey.

Dr Lee completed his training in Emergency Medicine at Yonsei University, Wonju College of Medicine in South Korea.

He is the director of the HEMS team at Wonju Severance Christian Hospital. He had worked as the associate editor of the Journal of the Korean Society of Clinical Toxicology and also as the director of the education committee at the Korean Academy of Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine.

His clinical and research focus on clinical toxicology and hyperbaric medicine.