Speakers

As Chief Medical Officer of the M42 Global Patient Platform and Diaverum, I lead global clinical governance, ensuring healthcare services integrate cutting-edge medical advancements, quality assurance, and patient-centered care. My role bridges clinical and corporate governance, driving strategic innovation, and fostering a culture of safety, quality, and excellence across global operations.

With over 20 years of experience in nephrology and healthcare leadership, I am committed to advancing medical governance frameworks aligned with international best practices. At M42, I contribute to the integration of digital transformation, AI-driven healthcare solutions, and population health strategies, focusing on promoting clinical excellence, standardizing quality measures, and leveraging data-driven insights to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

At Diaverum, I implement a holistic care model that incorporates real-time clinical performance monitoring and personalized care pathways. My leadership emphasizes innovation, value-based care, and aligning clinical strategies with the organization's growth.

My career began at Centro Hospitalar e Universitário de Coimbra (CHUC), with a focus on kidney transplantation and acute kidney injury management. As a founding member of the European Board of Transplantation Medicine and a past president of the Portuguese Society of Transplantation, I have significantly contributed to nephrology and transplantation, influencing healthcare policy and medical education.

Dr. Muhaned Attaulah is a seasoned healthcare executive with more than 15 years of cross-functional experience in clinical practice, health insurance, digital transformation and operational leadership in the public and private sectors in the UAE and abroad.

In his role as Senior Director of Clinical Operations for the Outpatient Cluster under M42, Dr. Attaulah oversees the strategic and operational performance across Imperial College London Diabetes & Endocrine Centre, HealthPlus Network of Specialty Clinics and Moorfields Eye Hospital Abu Dhabi. His leadership is focused on driving innovation, integrating advanced technologies and enhancing service delivery to provide high quality, patient-centered and sustainable care.

Dr. Attaulah holds a Master of Science in Healthcare Administration (MSHA) and a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS). He also holds certifications in project and change management, healthcare informatics and business strategy from institutions including Harvard Business School, IBM and the Project Management Institute (PMI).

A regular speaker at regional healthcare forums, Dr. Attaulah actively contributes to thought leadership in the industry and has lectured in healthcare economics and informatics. His diverse background enables him to lead transformative change and drive value-based care across the outpatient network.

In 2003, Dr. Tomader started her journey in the field of diabetes investigating effects on nitrates on angina in diabetes models. She then transitioned to industry in 2004, working in Genetic Rare Diseases managing UK patients with Gaucher's and Fabry's disease at Genzyme Therapeutics (Sanofi) in her hometown of Oxford.

Tomader completed her specialized Master of Research (MRes) program in 2006 focusing on the differential detrimental effects of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids in Type 2 Diabetes, while also being a recipient of the EU Exchange Program in Sweden working on the molecular genetics of Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML).

In 2007, Tomader was awarded a Diabetes UK PhD Scholarship delineating cellular and drug responses pathway in diabetes drugs (metformin, rosiglitazone and pioglitazone) via cell culture, gene expression and functional work, vector virus design and imaging, later expanding into primary cell line, stem cell differentiation, and pancreatic cancer models.

Receiving an NIH Fellowship in the United States in 2011 at the Comprehensive Diabetes Centre at UAB, Dr Tomader worked and published on lipids and pancreatic beta-cell apoptosis mechanisms in T1DM (cell, animal and human islets) and R&D/new drug pharmacological characterization while managing projects, grants, teaching, mentoring and running specialized facilities such as animal surgery and radioactivity laboratories.

Following being an Executive Member of various educational activities (under- and postgraduate), and public health outreach programs, Dr. Tomader became Head of The Office of Undergraduate Research. Her NSF training at the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching, and Learning (CIRTL) enabled the creation of multiple education and training programs, and initiatives such as the first chapter of the American Physiological Society (APS) in the state of Alabama.

Leaving the USA, in 2015 Dr Tomader was invited to join the educational reform movement in the UAE as Assistant Professor at Sheikha Fatima College of Health Sciences; AD, AA and Adjunct Faculty at Monash University. She taught the Australian Integrated Clinical Therapeutics curriculum at the Dept. of Pharmacy in Cardiology, Oncology and Immunology as well as Public Health and Communication in Health Care.

Upon joining the Research Institute at ICLDC, as a Fellow and Project Lead in the Clinical Research Team, and as Organizer and Core Faculty of IDET, Dr Tomader worked with multiple departments integrating research, education and strategic planning. She is currently an accredited Certified Professional by the Association of Clinical Research Professionals. Over the years Dr. Tomader served on various internal and external boards and committees, forging strong relationships with governing, accreditation and stakeholder bodies.

Adel Alahmad is a Registered Nurse and Certified Diabetes Educator (2022), currently working alongside endocrinologists at Imperial College London Diabetes Centre, a Mubadala Health partner.

From 2014 to 2022, he served as a First Aid and CPR educator at a military hospital. In 2022, he also worked at the Endocrinology Clinic of ZMH.

In his role, Adel leverages his positive attitude, extensive knowledge, and clinical skills to educate individuals living with diabetes—empowering them to understand and manage their condition effectively.

He earned his Bachelor's degree in Nursing from Jordan University of Science and Technology in 2008.

Adel is proficient in training adult patients on advanced insulin pump technologies and provides comprehensive physical and educational support to those managing diabetes.

Ahlam K. Salem is a Clinical Psychologist with over 14 years of clinical experience in both private practice and hospital settings. Ahlam is a graduate of New York University, NYU Applied Psychology program for mental Health and Wellness. Ahlam is currently a Clinical Psychologist at M42-ICLDC.  Ahlam utilizes a integrated approach to Psychotherapy (psychodynamics, cognitive behavioral, humanistic, family systems, and EMDR)  and has worked with patients struggling with mental health conditions, to life stressors as well as health comorbidities. She has extensive experience working with patients who have both psychological and medical comorbidities such as diabetes, cancer, multiple sclerosis, obesity, and other chronic diseases. 

At M42-ICLDC, Ahlam supports patients in coping with emotional challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues that can arise from living with a chronic condition like diabetes. She also provides family therapy to address the impact of diabetes on family dynamics, relationships, and social support systems, and employs motivational interviewing techniques to help patients improve their health and overcome ambivalence towards lifestyle changes. 

Mr. Ahmed Essam is a Medical Science Liaison with Abbott Diabetes Care, covering the GCC region. With more than seven years of experience in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry, he works closely with healthcare professionals and key stakeholders to advance evidence-based diabetes management and the adoption of innovative diabetes technologies.

Dr. Akrem Y. M. Elmalti is a Consultant Endocrinologist currently working at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Abu Dhabi. He specializes in endocrine disorders, diabetes, and related complications. He holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, as well as UK qualifications including Membership of the Royal College of Physicians, Certificate of Completion of Training, and Post Graduate Medical Education. He has over 25 years’ experience in managing endocrine and diabetes conditions.

Ahmed Abdelmaksoud is a Diabetes Educator at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Abu Dhabi, UAE. He holds a PhD in Critical Care Nursing, and a Certified Diabetes Educator qualification. His interests include diabetes education, diabetes technology, patient empowerment, and improving clinical outcomes through evidence-based care.

Amer Khalil Abu Eid is a certified insulin pump trainer with Medtronic , Omni Pod Dash and a dedicated Diabetes Health Educator at Imperial College London Diabetes Centre in Abu Dhabi, UAE, where he has worked since September 17, 2006.

He holds a Diploma in Nursing from the Republic of Lebanon.

A specialized degree in Diabetes Health Education, obtained in 2015 from the Imperial Diabetes Educator Training Program. Amer is also licensed as a Health Educator by the Department of Health Authority / Abu Dhabi.

With 18 years of experience collaborating with endocrinologists and diabetologists at the Imperial College London Diabetes Centre, Amer works with patients of all ages, including children and their families. His expertise in insulin pump training plays a crucial role in managing and improving diabetes care. He is committed to empowering individuals with diabetes by enhancing their self-efficacy and self-care skills.

Amer has co-authored a book on pediatric insulin pumps and frequently delivers educational lectures. Additionally, he is a faculty member of the Diabetes Health Awareness Course conducted on behalf of the Imperial College London Diabetes Centre.

Before joining the Imperial College London Diabetes Centre, Amer served as a Registered Nurse at Safad Hospital in Tripoli, Lebanon, from August 16, 2002, to March 8, 2005.

Ayman Al Sabha is a Certified Diabetes Educator and Registered Nurse with nearly 20 years of experience in diabetes care, cardiometabolic health, and patient education. He is SCOPE and X-PERT certified, and a Certified Insulin Pump Trainer. Ayman specializes in integrating advanced technologies such as continuous glucose monitoring and automated insulin delivery systems into personalized care plans. As an IDET Core Faculty Member, conference speaker, and co-investigator in medical research, Ayman leads educational initiatives and contributes to improving patient outcomes through education, innovation, and evidence-based practice

Duaa Al Ashqar is a Medical Value Partner at Roche Diagnostic Middle East with over 15 years of extensive experience in the field of diabetes and medical devices. With a strong background in scientific education and evidence generation, Duaa specializes in providing strategic medical insights, supporting healthcare professionals, and advancing the use of innovative technologies. She works closely with clinicians and stakeholders to raise awareness, improve patient outcomes, and support research initiatives that highlight the value of diabetes technologies in everyday care. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Nutrition from the University of Jordan and is a certified diabetes educator from Imperial College London Diabetes Centre in Abu Dhabi

Dr Emad George is a Consultant in Endocrinology & Diabetes with over 37 years of clinical experience and more than 26 years as a Consultant Physician. Based at ICLDEC Abu Dhabi, where he was Medical Director from 2020-2023, he is also recognised by the DoH as a Specialist in Lifestyle Medicine as a Diplomate of the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine (IBLM).  He is also SCOPE Certified in Obesity Management. His work focuses on the prevention, treatment and remission of chronic disease through evidence-based lifestyle interventions, with particular expertise in diabetes, obesity and metabolic health.  

Farhiya is a dedicated Pediatric Diabetes Educator with 4 years of experience in diabetes prevention and management. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Health Care Management as well as a Nursing degree. Farhiya is also certified as an X-Pert Diabetes Prevention and Management specialist, committed to improving the health and well-being of children and their families through education and support.

Fatima Al Haliaqa is a Senior Clinical Dietitian at Imperial College London Diabetes & Endocrine Centre, bringing over 15 years of experience advancing nutrition care in the UAE. Recognized for her leadership and clinical expertise, she has contributed across governmental hospitals and community nutrition programs while mentoring future dietitians as an Internship Preceptor at UAE University. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics and a Master’s in Public Health from UAEU, and is accredited as a Bariatric Care Specialist. Fatima is passionate about translating evidence-based science into practical, patient-centered strategies that empower individuals to achieve sustainable health better outcomes.

Ms. Faten Bayado is an experienced Clinical Dietitian and Diabetic educator with double American Board certification in Bariatric and Lifestyle Medicine. She has over 15 years of expertise in Jordan and the UAE and Currently Based at the HealthPlus Diabetes and Endocrinology Center in Abu Dhabi, she specializes in medical nutrition therapy for complex diabetes cases, including insulin pump therapy. She provides holistic, evidence-based care while actively contributing to nutrition conferences and local media

Hana is a diabetes nurse educator  with 17 years of experience in education, management, and lifestyle coaching. She holds a master degree in healthcare management in addition to certifications from Leicester University in the UK and Malmö and Lund University in Sweden in diabetes management  and has practiced in leading endocrinology centers in the UAE, focusing on patient education across various endocrine disorders.

Her key achievements include implementing a diabetes educator care model that reduced pediatric admissions for diabetic ketoacidosis, co-authoring published clinical trials in diabetes, and training healthcare staff in diabetes management. Additionally, she is a certified insulin pump instructor with expertise in diabetes technologies. Hana is also the Co-Chair of Emirates Diabetes Educator Society

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Ms. Latifa Alsyoufi is an Account Manager at Dexcom, specializing in advancing diabetes technology solutions and supporting healthcare professionals in optimizing diabetes management through continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). With extensive experience in stakeholder engagement, healthcare partnerships, and patient-centered diabetes care, she works closely with healthcare providers to enhance access to innovative glucose monitoring technologies.

Passionate about improving outcomes for people living with diabetes, Ms. Alsyoufi is committed to promoting education, awareness, and the effective adoption of digital health solutions that empower both patients and healthcare professionals.

Manar Abu Asaba is a Diabetes Educator at Imperial College London Diabetes Centre in Abu Dhabi, a Mubadala Health partner, where she has worked with endocrinologists for over 15 years.

She is the clinic leader for the practice and provides diabetes care and education for children, adults, and their families. She takes pride in utilising her knowledge and skills to educate people with diabetes and empowers them by helping them to better understand and control their condition.

Manar received her Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from Hashemite University, in Jordan, before going on to attain a Postgraduate diploma in Advance Diabetes Education, from Malmo University, in Sweden, in 2014.She is also a certified Insulin Pump trainer since 2010. Manar acquired the Strategic Centre for Obesity Professional Education (SCOPE) Certification, an internationally recognized standard of obesity management expertise. She is studying towards completing her  Postgraduate Diploma/Master in Diabetes from Warwick University in the United Kingdom.

She has been a member of the core faculty on the ICLDC Diabetes Educator course (IDET) since 2014.She has also co-authored a book on Insulin Pump for Paediatrics and has completed numerous presentations. She specializes in diabetes technology, insulin pump therapy, and leading structured diabetes education for people living with diabetes. Manar provides education and support for children, adults, and their families to promote effective self-management. She was recently nominated as a Global Lead for the Advisory Board on CGMS.

Mohammad Khalifah is a Senior Diabetes and Obesity Educator at ICLDEC, with over 18 years of clinical experience, including 12 years dedicated to diabetes education. He is a Registered Nurse, Certified Insulin Pump Trainer, and expert in advanced diabetes technologies. Mohammad holds a bachelor's degree in nursing from Alzaytoona University, with specialized certifications in IDET and SCOPE obesity management. He serves as IDET Teaching and Core Faculty and is an international conference speaker. He is also a co‑founder of EDE Club, contributing to advancing diabetes education standards and supporting patients in achieving sustainable, long-term health outcomes

Mohammed Al-Lafi  is a certified Diabetes Educator and Senior  a registered Nurse at Imperial College London Diabetes Centre, a Mubadala Health partner, with more than 16 years’ experience in Nursing and patient health care . Al_Lafi received his bachelor degree in Nursing-  Jordan University of Science and Technology- Jordan ,2009, and Master of  Nursing Science related to Diabetes field - Sydney -Australia , 2016. In 2022. Al-Lafi conducted two studies: “Factors Affecting Adherence To Oral Hypoglycemic Medication Among Type 2 Diabetic Patients” and “Harmonized Diabetic Ketoacidosis Management Interventions in Pediatrics and Adolescents. Al-Lafi is a Certified board of health care quality (CPHQ)-USA, January 2021 and Board of Nursing (License #76206) - State of New Mexico, 2023.

In 2013, Al-Lafi joined to Imperial Diabetes London College team and is carrying many Responsibilities: accountable for making decisions about the type of care provided to patients based on medical conditions and a crucial role in providing health teaching.

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is a Certified Diabetes Educator with 14 years of
experience at ICLDC Al Ain, dedicated to
supporting individuals with diabetes through
education and patient-centered care.
I hold a degree from Rajiv Gandhi University and
has extensive experience in diabetes
management, patient counseling, and lifestyle
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I also served as a Clinical Resource Nurse,
contributing to clinical excellence and staff
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As a Quality Champion, I collaborates closely
with the quality team to promote best practices
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I am passionate about empowering patients and
enhancing healthcare outcomes through
education and quality care.

Reem Khoury is a Senior Dietician and Diabetes Educator at the Imperial College London Diabetes Centre (ICLDC), a Mubadala Health partner, with over 15 years’ accumulated professional experience.
In her role at ICLDC, Reem is responsible for educating patients with Diabetes and providing them with the necessary dietary plans. She has been involved in developing educational materials for patients and contributes to various outreach programmes as part of ICLDC’s the public health campaign.
Reem has also helped plan and present the Structured Educational Program (SEP) for type 1 and type 2 patients with Diabetes Mellitus. She has also conducted numerous carb-counting group sessions to host patients and their families.
Reem graduated with a B.A. in Nutrition and Food Science, from Applied Science University in Amman, Jordan. In addition, she was awarded a Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes with Merit from the University of South Wales, UK, where she is currently working towards a Master's degree in Diabetes.

Sana Faris Aiash is a dedicated healthcare professional with over 24 years of experience in the nursing field. She currently serves as a Diabetes Educator at the Imperial College London Diabetes & Endocrine Centre in Al Ain, UAE, where she has been supporting patients for the past 16 months. Sana holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Sharjah. Throughout her career, she has remained committed to enhancing patient care and empowering individuals living with diabetes through comprehensive education, evidence-based practice, and high-quality patient-centered diabetes management to improve health outcomes and quality of life.

Senior Diabetes Educator, Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City

With over 13 years of clinical and academic experience in diabetes care, Tojan Hassan holds a Master’s degree in Diabetes Management and is certified in insulin pump therapy and continuous glucose monitoring. She focuses on enhancing patient education, clinical training, and research to develop effective diabetes self-management programs. Previously, she was a clinical Adjunct Faculty member at the University of Sharjah.

Zeinab Alishaq, M.Ed (Leadership, Management & Policy), BSc Nursing, PGDip Diabetes Education & Clinical Care, is a Senior healthcare educator, researcher, and clinical leader with over 18 years of experience in healthcare, diabetes management, and professional education. She has held key roles within leading healthcare organizations, including Mediclinic Middle East, where she has led patient education, chronic disease management, and healthcare workforce development initiatives. Zeinab specializes in translating evidence-based research into practical, scalable solutions that improve patient outcomes and service quality. An international speaker and advocate for innovation in healthcare education, her interests span healthcare leadership, organizational psychology, behavioral science, and health systems strengthening, with a focus on advancing patient-centered care and sustainable healthcare transformation.