Speakers
Ms. Amna Javaid
Ms. Amna Javaid is a Clinical Psychologist at ACPN. She completed her post-graduate degree in clinical psychology from University of the Punjab, Pakistan in the year 2010, and her undergrad in 2008 respectively. She further received specialist training in Cognitive Behavior Therapy from the Beck Institute, USA focusing on anxiety disorders including OCD, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, panic disorders and phobias. She has also completed her basic and level-1 training in EMDR. She is licensed as a clinical psychologist in Abu Dhabi and in Pakistan.
With seven years of working with children, adolescents and adults in UAE and Pakistan, Ms. Amna managed cases related to neurodevelopmental disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders and substance use disorders. Before joining ACPN in 2023, she worked at prominent healthcare providers including HealthHub Al-Futtaim in Dubai and Kids Heart Medical Center in Al Ain as a Clinical Psychologist for three years cumulatively. Additionally, she served as a clinical supervisor to trainee psychologists from University of the Punjab and United Arab Emirates University.
Ms. Amna’s approach to treatment employs a range of integrative psychotherapy interventions including cognitive behavior therapy and behavior modification therapy along with other evidence-based treatments. With a special interest in neurodevelopmental disorders and anxiety disorders in children and adolescents, she is adept at conducting psychoeducational assessments including ADOS -2, IQ assessments, ADHD and achievement tests among others.
Ms. Amna Javaid
Clinical Psychologist, ACPN
Dr. Ayman Haykal
Dr. Mohamad Ayman Haykal, MD, is a Staff Physician within the Neurology Department of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi’s Neurological Institute.
Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Dr. Haykal served as the Director of the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit at Beaumont Health, Michigan, and Assistant Professor of Neurology at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, Michigan, US.
Dr. Haykal received his medical degree from Damascus University in Syria. He completed his residency training at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, Tennessee. He completed a fellowship in clinical neurophysiology and epilepsy at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. He is board certified in Neurology and Epilepsy by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is a also a fellow of the American Epilepsy Society and the American Clinical Neurophysiology Society.
Throughout his tenure, Dr. Haykal has specialized in the evaluation and treatment of refractory epilepsy, including intracranial monitoring, epilepsy surgery and neuromodulation.
Currently, Dr. Haykal resides in Abu Dhabi with his wife and three children. When he’s not working at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Dr. Haykal enjoys photography, reading and traveling.
Dr. Ayman Haykal
Consultant Neurologist/Epileptologist, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi
Prof. Elias Chedid
Prof. Elias Chedid is a Consultant Psychiatrist at ACPN. He earned his Doctorate in Medicine (MD) in 1993 from Saint Joseph University of Beirut, Lebanon, and completed higher training in adult psychiatry from St. Joseph University and Paris Descartes Faculty of Medicine, France, in 1997. He is a licensed consultant in psychiatry with the DoH, Abu Dhabi.
Prof. Chedid’s career spans multiple prestigious roles with 27 years of clinical and academic expertise. In his clinical practice, Prof. Chedid joined the Department of Psychiatry and Addictology at Saint Charles Hospital in 1998, where he served as Head of Department from 2006 to 2018. He later joined the Psychiatry and Behavioral Department at Bellevue Medical Center in 2019. Prof. Chedid was appointed to the CME committee at the Arab Board of Psychiatry in 2023 and is a co-founding member of the Lebanese Association for the Protection of Children of War and their Families (APEG-Lebanon). Since 2012, he has been an active member of the Lebanese Association of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ALTCC). Before joining ACPN, he served as the Professor and Head of the Psychiatry Department at the Faculty of Medicine at the Lebanese University. He has also been an Associate Professor at the University of Balamand and an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Arts and Sciences of the Lebanese University. He has extensive experience teaching undergrad and master’s psychology students in psychiatric disorders, psychobiology, clinical developmental psychology, and cognitive neurosciences, and has tutored many completing their master’s and PhD theses.
Prof. Chedid is highly skilled in both adult and child psychiatry, with deep expertise in mood disorders (bipolar and depressive disorders), schizophrenia, anxiety disorders (panic, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder), and substance use disorders.
Prof. Elias Chedid
Consultant Psychiatrist, ACPN
Prof. Hamdy Moselhy
Dr. Hamdy Moselhy is Consultant in Psychiatry at ACPN. He trained in psychiatry at Benha University Hospital, Egypt and acquired a Master’s degree in Psychiatry and Neurology in 1990 and followed on from there with an MD in 2002. Dr. Moselhy trained in the UK acquiring a Diploma in Clinical Psychiatry from the Royal College of Physicians in Ireland in 1997, successively acquiring a Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, UK (MRCPsych) in 1997 and a Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (FRCPsych) in 2011. Dr. Moselhy holds medical licensure in psychiatry in the UK and UAE.
With an experience spanning three decades, Dr. Moselhy’s cross-disciplinary approach has seen him excel at inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care, teaching, management & administration, research & publications, medico-legal systems, as well as voluntary & philanthropic initiatives. Before joining ACPN, he started the first de-addiction treatment and rehabilitation center in Dubai’s private sector in 2016. Alongside this, he setup the first Master’s program in Addiction Sciences at Dubai Medical College. Since 2006, Dr. Moselhy held posts as Professor and Consultant Psychiatrist in UAE University and Al Ain General Hospital eventually taking a the lead as Professor and Chairman of Psychiatry department for four years until 2016.
Before his arrival to the UAE, Dr. Moselhy spent over a decade in the UK starting off as Registrar Psychiatrist through the All Birmingham Training Scheme. His last appointment was Clinical Director and Consultant Psychiatrist for cases of substance abuse at the Sandwell Mental Health and Social Care NHS Trust for three years until 2006. Over the years, Dr. Moselhy’s insights across practical and theoretical teaching saw him train many postgraduate and undergraduate students at prestigious medical universities in UK and the UAE including University of Birmingham, Wolverhampton University, University of London and the UAE University.
Dr. Moselhy’s wide-ranging experience in psychiatry brings together the best of both worlds i.e. clinical and academics. As Senior Consultant Psychiatrist, he provides acute inpatient and outpatient service in general adult psychiatry, addiction and comorbidities. He has over a hundred published research papers and has authored books in the Arabic language as well.
Prof. Hamdy Moselhy
Consultant Psychiatrist, ACPN
Dr. Hamed Al-Sinawi
Dr Hamed Al Sinawi, is a Senior Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry and Head of Behavioral Medicine at Sultan Qaboos University. He is also Chairman of the Oman Alzheimer’s Society. Trained in London, he earned a fellowship in Old Age Psychiatry and established the university’s Memory Clinic. His research focuses on cognitive impairment and mental wellbeing, with numerous publications and international presentations.
Dr. Hamed Al-Sinawi
Consultant in Geriatric Psychiatry
Ms. Hind Alboshra
Ms. Hind Alboushra is a Clinical Psychologist at ACPN. She completed her master’s degree with honors in trauma at University of Ahfad, Sudan in 2017 with her bachelor’s degree in clinical psychology with honors from Ribat University, Sudan in 2014. She is a licensed psychologist with the Ministry of Health and Prevention in the UAE, and Sudanese National Council for Medical & Health Professions.
Ms. Alboushra has more than eight years of experience in the field of mental health and providing therapy services. Ms. Alboushra specializes in individual therapy for adults, young adults and teenagers, and provides evidence-based cognitive therapy. Since 2016, she has held positions in psychology on various fronts including direct provision of therapy services, academic teaching, and clinical program development and delivery through entities including teaching hospitals, federal bodies, NGOs, and privately held care providers.
Her field of experience is in treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, prolonged grief disorder, and child behavioral problems. Her approach to treatment employs a range of integrative psychotherapy interventions including cognitive behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, acceptance and commitment therapy, and other evidence-based treatment practices in psychology.
Ms. Hind Alboshra
Clinical Psychologist, ACPN
Ms. Leandra Fourie
Ms. Leandra Fourie is an Occupational Therapist at ACPN Al Ain. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of the Free State, South Africa, in 2012 and holds a Diploma in Healthcare Management and Leadership from Westford University (2022). She is licensed to practice in both South Africa (HPCSA) and the UAE (DOH, Abu Dhabi).
With over 12 years of experience, Ms. Fourie worked across diverse settings including outpatient pediatrics, early intervention, pediatric long-term care, post-acute rehabilitation, and home care services. Her clinical expertise spans South Africa, Kuwait, and the UAE, where she provided therapy for children with neurodevelopmental and sensory integration needs. Ms. Fourie practiced in specialized pediatric centers, nurseries for children with early intervention programs, and long-term care facilities in the UAE, including Amana Healthcare and Danat Al Emarat Women and Children’s Hospital. She held leadership roles in quality improvement initiatives, therapy program coordination, and interdisciplinary collaboration, and received recognition through the 2024 Clinical Educator Recognition Award.
Her areas of special interest include early childhood development, sensory processing disorders, cerebral palsy, neurodevelopmental conditions, and family-centered intervention. Ms. Fourie is trained in approaches such as DIR/Floortime, neurodevelopmental therapy, and sensory integration, and is certified in ADOS-2 administration and SOS feeding. She is passionate about supporting children in achieving functional independence and supporting families and caregivers to enable holistic quality of life across home, school, and community environments.
Ms. Leandra Fourie
Occupational Therapist, ACPN
Dr. Mayada Banajah
Dr. Mayada Abdulla Banaja is a Consultant Psychiatrist at ACPN. She holds a degree in Medicine and Surgery from King Saud University, Saudi Arabia, in 1996 progressing to a specialized diploma in Psychotherapy and Sociotherapy from Paris Descartes University (Paris V), France in 2007. Dr. Banaja is certified in group psychotherapy by the American Group Psychotherapy Association and has a fellowship in family systemic therapy from Centre Moncaeu, Paris, France. She is a licensed psychiatrist in Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
Her career spans two decades of experience in psychiatry across Saudi Arabia and France. Prior to joining ACPN, Dr. Banaja served as a Consultant Psychiatrist and Psychotherapist in King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz University Hospital managing outpatient and inpatient psychiatry and leading the residency program there. She held a dual role of clinical and academics with an oversight of tutoring and supervision as well as examinations for resident psychiatrists and psychologists. She previously also served in premier institutions across the kingdom including Prince Sultan Medical Military City for nine years until 2016, and as Deputy Head of the Department of Psychiatry at the Military Hospital in Riyadh for four years until 2015. Her career in France saw her focusing on teaching and training in psychiatry at Tarnier Hospital for four years until 2007.
Dr. Banaja’s expertise lies in various areas of psychiatry and psychotherapy, including general, adult psychiatry with a focus on personality disorders, gender dysphoria, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, and major depressive disorder. Her professional interests are deeply rooted in enhancing mental health services, with a specific focus on group and family therapy, an area where she has substantial clinical and teaching experience.
Dr. Mayada Banajah
Consultant Psychiatrist, ACPN
Mrs. Maya Sidani
Maya Fleifel Sidani joined the American Center for Psychology and Neurology – Dubai Office as a Clinical Psychologist with 20 years of international experience gained in the USA, Egypt, and the UAE. Maya was most recently serving as Lead Clinical Psychologist at Al Noor Hospital (Abu Dhabi) from 2011-2015.
Prior to Al Noor Hospital, Maya was a Clinical Psychologist at the Human Relations Institute, in Dubai from 2004 to 2011. Before moving to the UAE, Maya resided in Egypt and served as a Researcher at the National Institute of Cancer; focusing on children with cancer. In 2001, Maya served as a Crisis Intervention Counselor at the Arab-American Family Support Center (Brooklyn, New York). She provided Counseling and Crisis Intervention support for the Arab-American community and handled numerous cases dealing with post 9/11 trauma. A frequent guest on Television and Radio shows covering parenting and childhood development issues, Maya is also a writer for prominent magazines and publications. Maya is also involved in community work, public awareness programs and workshops for schools and social organizations on relevant psychology and mental health subjects.
Maya offers her expertise to both UAE Nationals and Expatriate clients dealing with various psychological disorders such as Anxiety Disorders, including Panic Disorders, Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Mood, and Adjustment Disorders. An expert in Parenting and Child Development, Maya also handles all issues of development, such as Pervasive Symptoms, Anxiety, Shyness, problems in communication and assertiveness, and behavior problems of childhood.
Maya is part of the multidisciplinary team for the eating disorders program at ACPN using evidence-based models such as CBT-E, and Family Based Therapy. She is a certified practioner in CBTE. She is an active member of the Middle East Eating Disorders Association (MEEDA).
Mrs. Maya Sidani
Clinical Psychologist, Team Leader - Psychology Team (Dubai & Sharjah), ACPN
Mohamad Subhi
Mohamad Subhi Jalabi is a Pharmacist at the American Center for Psychiatry and Neurology pharmacy in Al Ain, UAE. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy in 2019 from Al Ain University. He started his journey in Novomed Center Pharmacy- Al Ain in 2021, before joining his current role at American center in 2025.
Mohamad Subhi
Pharmacist, ACPN
Dr. Muez Siddig
Dr. Muez Siddig is a Consultant Psychiatrist at ACPN Abu Dhabi. He earned his MBBS from Ain Shams University, Cairo in 2008, and was awarded the Arab Board of Psychiatry in 2016. He became a Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych), UK, in 2019. He is licensed with DOH Abu Dhabi, and holds additional memberships with the International Society of Substance Use Professionals and the International Society of Sport Psychiatry.
With over 13 years of experience in adult psychiatry, Dr. Siddig served in prominent psychiatric institutions in the UAE. He began his psychiatric residency at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC) in 2012, advancing to specialist psychiatrist. At SKMC’s Behavioral Sciences Pavilion, he worked across rehabilitation, community psychiatry, and liaison services, also taking on teaching and CME coordination responsibilities. In 2018, he joined the National Rehabilitation Center, Abu Dhabi, leading inpatient psychiatric services for individuals with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders, while also serving on the education committee. Most recently, he worked as Consultant Psychiatrist at Mediclinic Hospital, Abu Dhabi before joining the ACPN family in 2025. Dr. Siddig co-authored published case studies and Arabic-language psychiatric resources, and continues to advocate for mental health awareness through public outreach and medical conferences.
Dr. Siddig specializes in the treating mood and anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders. His professional interests lie in rehabilitation psychiatry and integrative care approaches. Through a calming approach to patient-centered care, coupled with strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, he aims to enhance mental health through education, advocacy, and evidence-based clinical care.
Dr. Muez Siddig
Consultant Psychiatrist, ACPN
Dr. Salwa AlHosani
Dr. Salwa Salem Khalaf AlHosani is a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at ACPN. Dr. AlHosani holds a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree and a B.Sc. in Basic Medical Sciences from Arabian Gulf University, Bahrain in 2006 and 2004 respectively. She also holds the Arab Board (AB) in General Adult Psychiatry, a Clinical Diploma in Applied Psychological Skills & Competencies from UAEU which she attained in 2013 and 2014. She subsequently completed a Saudi Board-accredited fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. AlHosani is certified in the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2) and the Autism Diagnostic InterviewRevised (ADI-R).
Dr. AlHosani has over 18 years of experience in psychiatry, with a focus on child and adolescent mental health for the past 11 years. As a pioneer in the field, she is the first UAE national to hold this distinguished position contributing extensively to mental health care on clinical governance, and research fronts. Her expertise spans a variety of caseloads, including inpatient, consultationliaison, and outpatient care. She has held several leadership positions at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City -SEHA (SKMC), including Division Head of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and Head of the Child Protection Committee. In 2023, she was appointed Acting Medical Director of Sakina in the Abu Dhabi Region. Throughout her career, Dr. AlHosani worked on collaborative and multidisciplinary teams, leading initiatives such as the first ABA clinic in Seha and the Autism Spectrum Disorder Early Intervention Program at SKMC.
Dr. AlHosani’s clinical expertise covers a wide range of neurological and psychiatric disorders, including neurodevelopmental disorders (Autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, and learning disorders), trauma, anxiety disorders, depressive and mood disorders, and early-onset psychosis as well as medication management. She has a strong interest in early intervention and evidencebased care. Her skills include developing individualized treatment plans, play therapy, cognitivebehavioral techniques, and a holistic approach that considers biological, psychological, and social factors. Dr. AlHosani takes a collaborative approach to care, working closely with families, schools, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity and comprehensive support.
Dr. Salwa AlHosani
Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Clinical Lead - Child and Family Services, ACPN
Sarah Magi
Sarah Magi Gonzales is a Pharmacist at the American Center for Psychiatry and Neurology in Al Ain, UAE. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy in 2016 from the Philippines and began her professional career as a Laboratory Analyst. She relocated to the United Arab Emirates in 2017, where she served under Al Ain Pharmacy across multiple community branches for seven years, with her most recent designation at Heart Medical Center Pharmacy in 2024, before joining her current role.
Sarah Magi
Pharmacist, ACPN
MEET THE MODERATORS
Dr. Ibrahim Al Qaisi
Dr. Ibrahim Al Qaisi is Group Pharmacy Director at AS Health. He is qualified as a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from the University of Sindh, Pakistan. He spent his final year studying for PharmD in Pakistan alongside working as a Clinical Pharmacist at a Civil Hospital in medication management for outpatient and inpatient departments. Moving to Jordan in 2017, he worked as a pharmacist-in-charge at the Pharmore Chain of Pharmacies in Amman, Jordan for two years until 2019, and settled in Abu Dhabi where he would work for three years at Pharmalink Drugstore responsible for tenders, quotations, and contracts for government and private sectors. Dr. Ibrahim has been with the ACPN family since 2021 and supervises operations at the ACPN Pharmacies.
Dr. Ibrahim Al Qaisi
Group Pharmacy Director - AS Health
Mariam Al Salahat
Ms. Mariam Al-Salahat is a Psychologist at ACPN. She obtained her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Jordan in 2011 and her bachelor’s degree in 2007. She is a licensed psychologist in Jordan and the UAE, Abu Dhabi. Ms. Al-Salahat has over fourteen years of experience in mental health and clinical psychology in Jordan working across specialized treatment centers.
She gained experience working at NGOs including: Swedish Organization for Individual Relief, Center for Victims of Torture, Jordan River Foundation, OXFAM GB, CARE International, and World Vision international. She has worked with various populations including: inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities, and psychosocial support for victims of gender-based violence and war trauma.
Her role involved designing and implementing therapy and psychosocial support, family counseling, supervision and training of care teams, policy making, and leading community and public centric care and awareness campaigns. Ms. AlSalahat is a certified coach and trainer on mental health topics in Writing and Narrative Therapy.
Ms. Al-Salahat focuses on individual, group, and family therapy helping children, teens, adults, and families struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD and other mental health challenges. Using her in-depth experience and understanding of traditions and backgrounds, she uses interventions centered around cognitive behavioral therapy, writing and narrative therapy and problem management, and interpersonal therapy.
Mariam Al Salahat
Psychologist, Team Leader - Psychology Team, ACPN
Mouza Alkhyeli
Will update soon.
Mouza Alkhyeli
Assistant Psychologist, ACPN
Mr. Muayad Mustafa
Will update soon.
Mr. Muayad Mustafa
Admin Manager - ACPN Al Ain Branch
Dr. Nasser El Hindy
Dr. Nasser El Hindy is an experienced General Adult Consultant Psychiatrist. He is a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych). He had completed his higher training in general adult psychiatry and awarded his (CCT) in General Adult Psychiatry from the UK. He was also awarded a diploma in Clinical Psychiatry (DCP) from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin. Dr. Nasser had also obtained a diploma in Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy (Dip. CBT) from Oxford College in 2012. He obtained his Master’s Degree (MSc) in Leadership and Management in Health Services with Commendation from Kingston University in the UK.Dr. Nasser has completed basic and higher training in Psychiatry in the UK and later he practiced as a consultant at the National Health Services, he managed to gain great experience at his clinical and academic education. Dr. Nasser was an approved Medical Educational Supervisor for higher trainees in General Adult Psychiatry in London, and was a clinical tutor and OSCE examiner for medical students at Bart’s and the London School of Medicine. He also participated in several research studies and gave numerous lectures on common topics in psychiatry.
Dr. Nasser has a great deal of experience in managing common mental illnesses, neurodevelopmental disorders and severe and enduring mental illnesses including Bipolar Affective Disorder, Depression, Perinatal Psychiatry, Anxiety Disorders, and Psychotic illnesses. He has a special interest in Liaison Psychiatry, which involves assessing and managing patients with co-existing psychological and mental health conditions, Eating Disorders and Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
Dr. Nasser El Hindy
Consultant Psychiatrist, Director of Clinical Services, Psychiatry Clinical Lead (Dubai), ACPN
Dr. Rami Al Shihabi
Dr. Rami Alshihabi is a Senior Clinical Psychologist at ACPN. Prior to joining ACPN, he was Director of Counseling and Senior Wellness Counselor at New York University, Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) health and wellness center. Dr. Alshihabi received his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2004 from the Alliant International University – California School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles and remains a licensed clinical psychologist in the USA.
His role prior to joining NYUAD was at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Abu Dhabi where he worked as Senior Clinical Psychologist after his relocation from the US in 2007. He then was assigned as Head of Psychology Department at the Behavioral Science Pavilion (BSP) at SKMC in 2013 which he held for three years prior to joining NYUAD. Dr. Alshihabi has over 20 years of experience in assessing and treating all forms of mental health and social problems in adults, older adults, children, adolescents, families and couples. In addition to working with students at NYUAD and clients in the Abu Dhabi community, Dr. Alshihabi is a senior DOH License Examiner for all psychologists seeking DOH licensure in the emirate of Abu Dhabi.
Dr. Alshihabi has also been active in the psychological assessments of potential bariatric surgery and transplant patients at SKMC. Dr. Alshihabi is active on the academic front and developed a Work-Related Stress Management Program and has lectured on many subjects including psychological testing, trauma intervention/diffusion, time and anger management, and more. Plus, he has and continues to chair many mental health sessions within the community.
Dr. Rami Al Shihabi
Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Lead - Psychology Services, Deputy CMO, ACPN
Dr. Salwa AlHosani
Dr. Salwa Salem Khalaf AlHosani is a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at ACPN. Dr. AlHosani holds a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree and a B.Sc. in Basic Medical Sciences from Arabian Gulf University, Bahrain in 2006 and 2004 respectively. She also holds the Arab Board (AB) in General Adult Psychiatry, a Clinical Diploma in Applied Psychological Skills & Competencies from UAEU which she attained in 2013 and 2014. She subsequently completed a Saudi Board-accredited fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. AlHosani is certified in the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2) and the Autism Diagnostic InterviewRevised (ADI-R).
Dr. AlHosani has over 18 years of experience in psychiatry, with a focus on child and adolescent mental health for the past 11 years. As a pioneer in the field, she is the first UAE national to hold this distinguished position contributing extensively to mental health care on clinical governance, and research fronts. Her expertise spans a variety of caseloads, including inpatient, consultationliaison, and outpatient care. She has held several leadership positions at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City -SEHA (SKMC), including Division Head of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and Head of the Child Protection Committee. In 2023, she was appointed Acting Medical Director of Sakina in the Abu Dhabi Region. Throughout her career, Dr. AlHosani worked on collaborative and multidisciplinary teams, leading initiatives such as the first ABA clinic in Seha and the Autism Spectrum Disorder Early Intervention Program at SKMC.
Dr. AlHosani’s clinical expertise covers a wide range of neurological and psychiatric disorders, including neurodevelopmental disorders (Autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, and learning disorders), trauma, anxiety disorders, depressive and mood disorders, and early-onset psychosis as well as medication management. She has a strong interest in early intervention and evidence based care. Her skills include developing individualized treatment plans, play therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, and a holistic approach that considers biological, psychological, and social factors. Dr. AlHosani takes a collaborative approach to care, working closely with families, schools, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity and comprehensive support.
Dr. Salwa AlHosani
Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Clinical Lead - Child and Family Services, ACPN
Dr. Sherif Hassan
Dr. Sherif Hassan is a Consultant Psychiatrist at ACPN. Dr. Sherif’s educational journey saw him graduate from Alexandria University in Egypt, commencing his psychiatric training in the United Kingdom in 2005. In 2013, he became a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, UK.
Committed to continuous learning, he gained his MSc degree in psychiatric practice from Hertfordshire University in 2014, focusing on community services development. Dr. Sherif completed his Higher Specialty Training in Old Age Psychiatry in Health Education East of England, Cambridge, earning the Certificate of Completion of Training in the UK in 2016. He holds medical licensures in both the UK and the UAE, providing psychiatric care with the highest standards of professionalism.
Dr. Sherif’s career in psychiatry spans over sixteen years, reflecting a journey of growth and impact. He joined ACPN in 2023 from Al Ain Hospital (SEHA), bringing his wealth of knowledge and experience to this esteemed institution. Before moving from the UK to the UAE in 2020 to join SEHA, he worked for four years as a Consultant Psychiatrist for the old age in the Greater Manchester region, making significant contributions in both hospital and community services. Notably, he led a memory assessment service, enhancing diagnostic and treatment capabilities. Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Sherif’s academic pursuits led to an Adjunct Assistant Professorship at the College of Medicine and Health Sciences of the United Arab Emirates University. In recognition of his teaching excellence, he received the Clinical Teaching Excellence Award for the academic year 2021-22. Dr. Sherif’s commitment to service development is underpinned by a holistic and culturally sensitive approach leaving a lasting impact on the organizations and communities he continues to serve.
Dr. Sherif’s professional interests encompass a wide range of functional and neurodegenerative psychiatric disorders, including mood disorders, personality disorders, anxiety, phobias, obsessivecompulsive disorder, schizophrenia, and dementia. Dr. Sherif’s journey is marked by a commitment to improving mental health outcomes for his patients and communities, founded on collaboration, trust, and medical excellence in the field of psychiatry.
Dr. Sherif Hassan
Consultant Psychiatrist (Geriatric), ACPN
Dr. Tarek Shahrour
Dr. Tarek Shahrour is a Consultant Psychiatrist at ACPN. Dr. Shahrour graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at Damascus University in 1993. Before his journey in the field of psychiatry, he completed an internship gaining two years of experience in internal medicine in Ireland. He joined the Psychiatry Training Scheme of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, becoming a Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists in the UK and a Member of the Royal College of Physicians in Ireland. Dr. Shahrour completed his training as a Consultant in Rehabilitation Psychiatry at St. Brendan’s Hospital, Dublin, Ireland. He is a licensed psychiatrist in Abu Dhabi.
With a distinguished career spanning over 13 years at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Dr. Shahrour served as a General Adult-Liaison Psychiatrist, Program Director of Psychiatry Residency Training Program, and Chair of the Department. His early career in Ireland saw him in the role of leading the psychiatric team, in caring for the homeless in inner-city northern Dublin. Dr. Shahrour’s international experience extended to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 2005, where he established and managed psychiatric services in the National Guards Health Affairs in the Saudi Eastern Region for five years. His journey eventually led him to Abu Dhabi’s SKMC in 2010, where he held his most recent post. With a multifaceted role in academics and clinical practice, Dr. Shahrour also held teaching positions at prominent universities including Khalifa University, Gulf Medical University, and University of Dublin. Dr. Shahrour’s clinical focus centers on treating general adult psychiatry cases, with expertise in managing conditions such as psychosomatic disorders, migraines, psychogenic vomiting, and eating disorders. He has a profound interest in various aspects of psychiatry, including addressing the stigma associated with the field, psychosomatic disorders, the intersection of psychiatry and philosophy, and the use of cognitive analytic psychotherapy. Dr. Shahrour is an active participant as a member of the Review Committee of the ACGME. He currently serves as a member of the Accreditation Committee for the Psychiatry Training Program in the Arab Board. With a career of leadership, education, and a dedication to addressing complex psychiatric conditions, Dr. Tarek Shahrour continues to make a significant impact in the field of psychiatry.
Dr. Tarek Shahrour
Consultant Psychiatrist, Clinical Lead - Psychiatry Services, ACPN
Dr. Waed Almnaizel
Dr. Waed Almnaizel is a Psychosocial Counselor at ACPN. She completed her Doctorate degree in Psychological Counseling with Honors from The Yarmouk University, Jordan, in 2022. She is a licensed psychologist in Jordan and the UAE, Abu Dhabi.
Dr. Almnaizel comes to Abu Dhabi from Jordan, where she gained experience in mental health and clinical psychology of over seven years. She worked for CARE International, Jordan as Psychosocial Counselor for five years before her arrival in Abu Dhabi in 2022. She is a skilled at supporting individuals suffering from mental or emotional distress such as relationship problems or bereavement, and working with people who have diverse needs, using a variety of therapeutic techniques including approaches to treatment to help a person manage anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions.
Dr. Almnaizel works with adults and children with anxiety disorders, including panic disorder, social phobia, obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD) and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and other mental health challenges. She is skilled in behavioral monitoring, psychological testing, research methods, rehabilitation techniques, and psychometrics.
Dr. Waed Almnaizel
Clinical Psychologist, ACPN
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