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BHC 2025 SPEAKERS
Our esteemed Local & International Speakers at the Brain Health Conference 2026 covering topics related to brain health
Join us for what is going to be an amazing 3 knowledge-filled days of discovery
Our Esteemed Local & International Speakers for the Brain Health Conference 2026
Join us for what is going to be an amazing 3 knowledge-filled days of discovery
Dr. Alaa ElMazny
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Alaa Elmazny is a Consultant Neurologist and Associate Professor of Medicine at the Arabian Gulf University, Bahrain, and Cairo University, Egypt. She currently practices at King Abdullah Medical City and the University Medical Center. Specialized in multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, and migraines, she holds a PhD in Neurology, a Master’s in Neuropsychiatry, and a Fellowship from the European Board of Neurology. She is also a reviewer for indexed international journals.
Dr. Alaa Hassan
Neurological Rehab
Specialist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Alaa Hassan is the Therapy Lead at Amana Healthcare Bahrain. She holds master’s and doctoral degrees in physical therapy from the USA, specializing in neurological rehabilitation and internal ear conditions.
With over 17 years of experience from the Bahrain Defense Force (BDF) Hospital, she specializes in advanced neurorehabilitation. She is also a part-time lecturer at the University of Bahrain.
Dr. Andrea Furlan
Neurologist
Senior Scientist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Ayman Khalil
Pediatric Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Ayman Khalil Ebrahim Ali is a prominent Consultant Pediatric Neurologist based in Bahrain. He serves as an Associate Professor at the Arabian Gulf University (AGU) and holds a senior clinical role at Salmaniya Medical Complex (SMC). With deep expertise in child neurology, his specialized clinical focus includes pediatric epilepsy management, neurogenetic disorders, and complex neurometabolic diseases. He is widely recognized for his research contributions to pediatric care in the Gulf. |
Dr. Alaa ElMazny
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Alaa Elmazny is a Consultant Neurologist and Associate Professor of Medicine at the Arabian Gulf University, Bahrain, and Cairo University, Egypt. She currently practices at King Abdullah Medical City and the University Medical Center. Specialized in multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, and migraines, she holds a PhD in Neurology, a Master’s in Neuropsychiatry, and a Fellowship from the European Board of Neurology. She is also a reviewer for indexed international journals.
Dr. Alaa Hassan
Neurological Rehab
Specialist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Alaa Hassan is the Therapy Lead at Amana Healthcare Bahrain. She holds master’s and doctoral degrees in physical therapy from the USA, specializing in neurological rehabilitation and internal ear conditions.
With over 17 years of experience from the Bahrain Defense Force (BDF) Hospital, she specializes in advanced neurorehabilitation. She is also a part-time lecturer at the University of Bahrain.
Dr. Andrea Furlan
Neurologist
Senior Scientist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Ayman Khalil
Pediatric Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Ayman Khalil Ebrahim Ali is a prominent Consultant Pediatric Neurologist based in Bahrain. He serves as an Associate Professor at the Arabian Gulf University (AGU) and holds a senior clinical role at Salmaniya Medical Complex (SMC). With deep expertise in child neurology, his specialized clinical focus includes pediatric epilepsy management, neurogenetic disorders, and complex neurometabolic diseases. He is widely recognized for his research contributions to pediatric care in the Gulf. |
Dr. Bedoor Alomran
Neuroradiologist
Speaker Bio
Prof. Charles Oliver
Medical Director
Speaker Bio
Dr. Cristina Skrypnyk
Associate Professor
and Medical Director
Speaker Bio
Ms. Dora Safar
Final-Year
Medical Student
Speaker Bio
Dora Safar is a final-year medical student at RCSI Bahrain, originally from Kuwait, specializing in paediatric neurology and neurogenetics. She has collaborated on multiple neurological and vascular surgery research projects, presenting her work internationally in Qatar and Ireland. Additionally, Dora is a TEDx speaker and the founder and president of the Public Speaking Society at RCSI Bahrain, dedicated to advancing early recognition of rare paediatric neurological disorders.
Dr. Bedoor Alomran
Neuroradiologist
Speaker Bio
Prof. Charles Oliver
Medical Director
Speaker Bio
Dr. Cristina Skrypnyk
Associate Professor
and Medical Director
Speaker Bio
Ms. Dora Safar
Final-Year
Medical Student
Speaker Bio
Dora Safar is a final-year medical student at RCSI Bahrain, originally from Kuwait, specializing in paediatric neurology and neurogenetics. She has collaborated on multiple neurological and vascular surgery research projects, presenting her work internationally in Qatar and Ireland. Additionally, Dora is a TEDx speaker and the founder and president of the Public Speaking Society at RCSI Bahrain, dedicated to advancing early recognition of rare paediatric neurological disorders.
Dr. Elif Uygur
Associate Professor &
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Elif Uygur-Küçükseymen is an Associate Professor and Consultant Neurologist practicing at the Royal Bahrain Hospital. She holds a fellowship from Harvard Medical School and is certified by the European Board in Neurology.
Her clinical expertise includes managing cerebrovascular disease, neuromuscular disorders, Alzheimer’s, dementia, and epilepsy.
Dr. Farzana Alsayed
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Farzana Alsayed is a Consultant Neurologist in Bahrain. American Board-certified, she completed US fellowships in neurophysiology, EEG, EMG, and movement disorders. Honored with the Medal of Competence by HM King Hamad and named the first Bahraini female neurologist by HRH Princess Sabeeka, she runs the “Brain Wellness” clinic at Royal Bahrain Hospital. She treats MS, headaches, Parkinson’s, and memory issues, and serves on the Supreme Council for Women and government hospital boards.
Dr. Hani Humaidan
Consultant Neurologist
& Stroke Specialist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Hani Humaidan is a Consultant Adult Neurologist and Stroke Specialist in Bahrain. He earned his MD from Sultan Qaboos University, holds a Saudi Board in Neurology, and completed a Stroke Fellowship at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, Australia.
Currently practicing at Ibn Al-Nafees Hospital, King Hamad American Mission Hospital and Al Salam Specialist Hospital, his clinical expertise includes managing stroke, epilepsy, advanced multiple sclerosis (MS) therapies, parkinson’s, and migraines.
Dr. Hasan Fadhul
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Hasan Fadhul is a Consultant Psychiatrist at Ibn Al-Nafees Hospital in Bahrain. He holds an M.D. from Arabian Gulf University and the Arab Board of Psychiatry, alongside advanced fellowships from the UK and Saudi Arabia. Specializing in Adult Psychosomatic Medicine, Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, Neuropsychiatry, and Psycho-oncology, his work connects physical and mental health. He manages complex mood, memory, and sleep disorders, plus psychiatric symptoms from chronic illnesses.
Dr. Elif Uygur
Associate Professor &
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Elif Uygur-Küçükseymen is an Associate Professor and Consultant Neurologist practicing at the Royal Bahrain Hospital. She holds a fellowship from Harvard Medical School and is certified by the European Board in Neurology.
Her clinical expertise includes managing cerebrovascular disease, neuromuscular disorders, Alzheimer’s, dementia, and epilepsy.
Dr. Farzana Alsayed
Consultant Neurologist
and Specialist in CN & MD
Speaker Bio
Dr. Farzana Alsayed is a Consultant Neurologist in Bahrain. American Board-certified, she completed US fellowships in neurophysiology, EEG, EMG, and movement disorders. Honored with the Medal of Competence by HM King Hamad and named the first Bahraini female neurologist by HRH Princess Sabeeka, she runs the “Brain Wellness” clinic at Royal Bahrain Hospital. She treats MS, headaches, Parkinson’s, and memory issues, and serves on the Supreme Council for Women and government hospital boards.
Dr. Hani Humaidan
Consultant Neurologist
& Stroke Specialist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Hani Humaidan is a Consultant Adult Neurologist and Stroke Specialist in Bahrain. He earned his MD from Sultan Qaboos University, holds a Saudi Board in Neurology, and completed a Stroke Fellowship at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, Australia.
Currently practicing at Ibn Al-Nafees Hospital, King Hamad American Mission Hospital and Al Salam Specialist Hospital, his clinical expertise includes managing stroke, epilepsy, advanced multiple sclerosis (MS) therapies, parkinson’s, and migraines.
Dr. Hasan Fadhul
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Hasan Fadhul is a Consultant Psychiatrist at Ibn Al-Nafees Hospital in Bahrain. He holds an M.D. from Arabian Gulf University and the Arab Board of Psychiatry, alongside advanced fellowships from the UK and Saudi Arabia. Specializing in Adult Psychosomatic Medicine, Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, Neuropsychiatry, and Psycho-oncology, his work connects physical and mental health. He manages complex mood, memory, and sleep disorders, plus psychiatric symptoms from chronic illnesses.
Dr. Himanshu Soni
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Himanshu Soni is a Consultant Neurologist at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi with over 16 years of experience. The former Head of Neurology at NMC Royal Hospital manages elite regional cases in stroke care, neurophysiology, and general neurology. Specializing in hyperacute stroke and advanced epileptology, he evaluates complex cases in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. He earned his medical degree and completed a prestigious epilepsy fellowship at Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute, India.
Dr. Kaumil Kothari
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Kaumil Kothari is a Consultant Neurologist at Royal Bahrain Hospital, specializing in stroke neurology evaluation and treatment. He earned an MD in General Medicine, a DM in Neurology with a Gold Medal from BYL Nair Hospital, and a Fellowship in Neurointervention from Breach Candy Hospital. A strong proponent of clinical examination and skill-based learning, Dr. Kothari integrates newer technologies with ethical practice to deliver high-quality, impactful educational sessions.
Dr. Ihab Rakha
Consultant of Psychiatry
Speaker Bio
Dr Ihab Rakha is a Consultant of Psychiatry, Consultant of Addiction Psychiatry, Head of Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation Unit at the Psychiatric Hospital, WHO Focal point for substance-use disorders in Bahrain, Clinical tutor of psychiatry at RCSI University and former Clinical tutor of psychiatry, Arabian Gulf University.
He attained his Bachelor’s degree in medicine and surgery at the Alexandria Faculty of medicine. Additionally, he attained the Arab-Board in Psychiatry, Egyptian Board in Psychiatry as well as Membership of Royal College in Psychiatry (MRCPsych), UK. Recently, he obtained a clinical Fellowship in Addiction Psychiatry at McGill University, Montreal, Canada and International Society of Addiction medicine Fellowship Certificate.
Dr. Hosam Al Jehani
Consultant Neurosurgeon
& Neurointensivist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Hosam Al-Jehani is a highly distinguished Consultant Neurosurgeon, Neurointensivist, and Neurointerventionalist in Saudi Arabia. He serves as an Assistant Professor at Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University and directs the neurovascular programs at King Fahad University Hospital (Al Khobar) and King Fahad Specialist Hospital Dammam. He holds an MSc in Neurosciences and clinical fellowships from McGill University
Dr. Himanshu Soni
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Himanshu Soni is a Consultant Neurologist at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi with over 16 years of experience. The former Head of Neurology at NMC Royal Hospital manages elite regional cases in stroke care, neurophysiology, and general neurology. Specializing in hyperacute stroke and advanced epileptology, he evaluates complex cases in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. He earned his medical degree and completed a prestigious epilepsy fellowship at Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute, India.
Dr. Hosam Al Jehani
Consultant Neurosurgeon
& Neurointensivist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Hosam Al-Jehani is a highly distinguished Consultant Neurosurgeon, Neurointensivist, and Neurointerventionalist in Saudi Arabia. He serves as an Assistant Professor at Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University and directs the neurovascular programs at King Fahad University Hospital (Al Khobar) and King Fahad Specialist Hospital Dammam. He holds an MSc in Neurosciences and clinical fellowships from McGill University
Dr. Ihab Rakha
Consultant of Psychiatry
Speaker Bio
Dr Ihab Rakha is a Consultant of Psychiatry, Consultant of Addiction Psychiatry, Head of Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation Unit at the Psychiatric Hospital, WHO Focal point for substance-use disorders in Bahrain, Clinical tutor of psychiatry at RCSI University and former Clinical tutor of psychiatry, Arabian Gulf University.
He attained his Bachelor’s degree in medicine and surgery at the Alexandria Faculty of medicine. Additionally, he attained the Arab-Board in Psychiatry, Egyptian Board in Psychiatry as well as Membership of Royal College in Psychiatry (MRCPsych), UK. Recently, he obtained a clinical Fellowship in Addiction Psychiatry at McGill University, Montreal, Canada and International Society of Addiction medicine Fellowship Certificate.
Dr. Kaumil Kothari
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Kaumil Kothari is a Consultant Neurologist at Royal Bahrain Hospital, specializing in stroke neurology evaluation and treatment. He earned an MD in General Medicine, a DM in Neurology with a Gold Medal from BYL Nair Hospital, and a Fellowship in Neurointervention from Breach Candy Hospital. A strong proponent of clinical examination and skill-based learning, Dr. Kothari integrates newer technologies with ethical practice to deliver high-quality, impactful educational sessions.
Dr. Krishna Das
Consultant Neurosurgeon
Speaker Bio
Dr. Krishna Das is a prominent Consultant Neurosurgeon practicing at Salmaniya Medical Complex and within Bahrain’s government healthcare network. He specializes in brain, spine, and neurovascular surgeries, as well as complex skull base interventions and trauma management. Known for his clinical research contributions, his work includes evaluating outcomes for advanced neurosurgical procedures like decompressive craniectomy within the Kingdom.
Dr. Krishna Das
Consultant Neurosurgeon
Speaker Bio
Dr. Krishna Das is a prominent Consultant Neurosurgeon practicing at Salmaniya Medical Complex and within Bahrain’s government healthcare network. He specializes in brain, spine, and neurovascular surgeries, as well as complex skull base interventions and trauma management. Known for his clinical research contributions, his work includes evaluating outcomes for advanced neurosurgical procedures like decompressive craniectomy within the Kingdom.
Dr. Mahmood Alsaeed
Director of Patient
& Family Experience
Speaker Bio
Dr. Mahmood AlSaeed is the Director of Patient & Family Experience at Amana Healthcare Bahrain, offering over 15 years of clinical, academic, and leadership experience across Bahrain, Ireland, and the UK. A specialist in geriatric medicine, he focuses on delivering compassionate, person-centered care. Dr. AlSaeed’s leadership includes serving as Medical Director of Muharraq Special Healthcare Centre, Chairman of the Geriatric Medicine Unit, and Assistant Professor at Arabian Gulf University. He has advanced national healthcare policy through the National Medical Commission and the National Committee for Older Persons. He earned his medical degree in Ireland and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (UK).
Dr. Mohamed Albalooshi
Consultant Neurosurgeon
& Spine Surgeon
Speaker Bio
Dr Mohamed Saleh Al Balooshi is a Consultant Neurosurgeon and Spine Surgeon in the Bahrain Defense Force Hospital. His training in neurosurgery was in Ireland and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Dr. Al Balooshi joined the BDF as a Consultant since 2005. His main interests and expertise include intracranial and spinal tumor surgery, neurotrauma, cervical spine surgery and minimally invasive spine surgery.
Dr. Mohamed Binfalah
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Mohamed Binfalah is a Consultant Neurologist at University Hospital, Arabian Gulf University and an American board-certified specialist in Neurology, Neuromuscular Medicine, and Electrodiagnostic Medicine. He has extensive clinical and academic experience in general neurology, neuromuscular disorders, headache medicine, and neurophysiology, with special expertise in EMG, sleep medicine, and advanced neurological procedures.
Dr. Mahmood Alsaeed
Director of Patient
& Family Experience
Speaker Bio
Dr. Mahmood AlSaeed is the Director of Patient & Family Experience at Amana Healthcare Bahrain, offering over 15 years of clinical, academic, and leadership experience across Bahrain, Ireland, and the UK. A specialist in geriatric medicine, he focuses on delivering compassionate, person-centered care. Dr. AlSaeed’s leadership includes serving as Medical Director of Muharraq Special Healthcare Centre, Chairman of the Geriatric Medicine Unit, and Assistant Professor at Arabian Gulf University. He has advanced national healthcare policy through the National Medical Commission and the National Committee for Older Persons. He earned his medical degree in Ireland and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (UK).
Dr. Mohamed Albalooshi
Consultant Neurosurgeon
& Spine Surgeon
Speaker Bio
Dr Mohamed Saleh Al Balooshi is a Consultant Neurosurgeon and Spine Surgeon in the Bahrain Defense Force Hospital. His training in neurosurgery was in Ireland and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Dr. Al Balooshi joined the BDF as a Consultant since 2005. His main interests and expertise include intracranial and spinal tumor surgery, neurotrauma, cervical spine surgery and minimally invasive spine surgery.
Dr. Mohamed Binfalah
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Mohamed Binfalah is a Consultant Neurologist at University Hospital, Arabian Gulf University and an American board-certified specialist in Neurology, Neuromuscular Medicine, and Electrodiagnostic Medicine. He has extensive clinical and academic experience in general neurology, neuromuscular disorders, headache medicine, and neurophysiology, with special expertise in EMG, sleep medicine, and advanced neurological procedures.
Mr. Mohamed Rayes
PT, MSc Physiotherapist
Speaker Bio
Mohamed Merza Alrayes, PT, MSc, is a Bahraini physiotherapist with 12+ years of experience in orthopedic, neurological, and sports rehab. He holds an MSc (First Class Honors) from the University of Bahrain and 500+ CME hours, including advanced certifications in concussion management and dementia care. A regular speaker at global forums, he has presented at the Brain Health Conference and the 38th World Congress of Sports Medicine, focusing on neuromusculoskeletal conditions.
Mr. Mohamed Rayes
PT, MSc Physiotherapist
Speaker Bio
Mohamed Merza Alrayes, PT, MSc, is a Bahraini physiotherapist with 12+ years of experience in orthopedic, neurological, and sports rehab. He holds an MSc (First Class Honors) from the University of Bahrain and 500+ CME hours, including advanced certifications in concussion management and dementia care. A regular speaker at global forums, he has presented at the Brain Health Conference and the 38th World Congress of Sports Medicine, focusing on neuromusculoskeletal conditions.
Dr. Mohammad Asiry
Consultant Epileptologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Mohammed Asiry is a Consultant Epileptologist at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
He completed his Adult Neurology residency and Epilepsy Fellowship at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre in Riyadh, followed by a Clinical Fellowship in Advanced Epilepsy and Stereo-EEG at Cleveland Clinic, Ohio, United States.
His clinical and research interests focus on Stereo-EEG and epilepsy surgery.
Dr. Natacha Ajaka
Head of Dietetic
Department
Speaker Bio
Dr. Natacha Ajaka, DBA, MPH, is Head of the Dietetic Department at Mubadala Health Dubai. With 14+ years of experience across the GCC and Lebanon, she specializes in advanced clinical nutrition for diabetes, GI disorders, oncology, and dysphagia. She has built dietetic departments in three hospitals and drives JCI quality initiatives. A speaker at the Forbes Healthcare Leaders Summit and Arab Health, she actively advocates for sustainable, value-based healthcare.
Dr. Noor Abdulla
Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Noor Abdulla a neurologist specialized in Neuromuscular Medicine and Electromyography. She completed her residency via the Saudi Board at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and a fellowship at McGill University. Certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the CSCN (EMG), her clinical interests include motor neuron disease and precision medicine. She aims to advance neuromuscular and electrodiagnostic services in Bahrain.
Dr. Mohammad Asiry
Consultant Epileptologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Mohammed Asiry is a Consultant Epileptologist at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
He completed his Adult Neurology residency and Epilepsy Fellowship at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre in Riyadh, followed by a Clinical Fellowship in Advanced Epilepsy and Stereo-EEG at Cleveland Clinic, Ohio, United States.
His clinical and research interests focus on Stereo-EEG and epilepsy surgery.
Dr. Natacha Ajaka
Head of Dietetic
Department
Speaker Bio
Dr. Natacha Ajaka, DBA, MPH, is Head of the Dietetic Department at Mubadala Health Dubai. With 14+ years of experience across the GCC and Lebanon, she specializes in advanced clinical nutrition for diabetes, GI disorders, oncology, and dysphagia. She has built dietetic departments in three hospitals and drives JCI quality initiatives. A speaker at the Forbes Healthcare Leaders Summit and Arab Health, she actively advocates for sustainable, value-based healthcare.
Dr. Noor Abdulla
Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Noor Abdulla a neurologist specialized in Neuromuscular Medicine and Electromyography. She completed her residency via the Saudi Board at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and a fellowship at McGill University. Certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the CSCN (EMG), her clinical interests include motor neuron disease and precision medicine. She aims to advance neuromuscular and electrodiagnostic services in Bahrain.
Dr. Noora Almusalam
Neurologist and Stroke
Specialist
Speaker Bio
Dr Noora Almusalam is a neurology consultant with specialization in vascular neurology. She has completed her neurology residency in Riyadh and obtained her fellowship from the University of Toronto.
Dr Noora currently work in the military hospital (Royal Medical Services) and is the Saudi board neurology programme director in Bahrain.
Dr. Noora Almusalam
Neurologist and Stroke
Specialist
Speaker Bio
Dr Noora Almusalam is a neurology consultant with specialization in vascular neurology. She has completed her neurology residency in Riyadh and obtained her fellowship from the University of Toronto.
Dr Noora currently work in the military hospital (Royal Medical Services) and is the Saudi board neurology programme director in Bahrain.
Dr. Omar Abduljabbar
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Omar Abduljabbar Aljorani specializes in adult neurology. He holds MRCP Neurology (UK), MRCP Medicine (UK), and Iraqi & Jordanian boards in Neurology. Currently, he is a consultant neurologist at the BDF Hospital in Bahrain. He provides consultations for a variety of neurological conditions, including headache, epilepsy, stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, and dementia. Dr Aljorani was a Senior Lecturer in Neurology at the Arabian Gulf University, Bahrain and currently in Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Bahrain. He is also a founding member of the Bahrain Neurological Society.
Dr. Osama Abo Elkhir
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Osama El Sayed AbouElkher is a Consultant Neurologist with 20+ years of experience across Egypt and Saudi Arabia. He is a Neurology Registrar at Mohammed Dossary Hospital and runs a private practice. He holds an MBBCh from Mansoura University and an MSc from Zagazig University. Specialized in neurophysiology (EEG/NCS), epilepsy, and acute neurological emergencies, he is an active member of the Egyptian Society of Neurology, Psychiatry and Neurosurgery.
Dr. Ram Vatwani
Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Ram Vatwani holds the distinction of being the first neurologist to enter private practice in Bahrain. Dr. Vatwani completed early postgraduate residency training in neurology in 1978 under the renowned Dr. N.H. Wadia at Grant Medical College. He has been affiliated with major healthcare institutions, including Al Hilal Healthcare Group and King Hamad University Hospital. He is particularly recognized for his work in managing: Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive decline, Multiple sclerosis (MS) within the GCC region, Chronic headaches, complicated migraines and stroke care, Neuromuscular disorders, vertigo and spinal issues.
Dr. Omar Abduljabbar
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Omar Abduljabbar Aljorani specializes in adult neurology. He holds MRCP Neurology (UK), MRCP Medicine (UK), and Iraqi & Jordanian boards in Neurology. Currently, he is a consultant neurologist at the BDF Hospital in Bahrain. He provides consultations for a variety of neurological conditions, including headache, epilepsy, stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, and dementia. Dr Aljorani was a Senior Lecturer in Neurology at the Arabian Gulf University, Bahrain and currently in Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Bahrain. He is also a founding member of the Bahrain Neurological Society.
Dr. Osama Abo Elkhir
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Osama El Sayed AbouElkher is a Consultant Neurologist with 20+ years of experience across Egypt and Saudi Arabia. He is a Neurology Registrar at Mohammed Dossary Hospital and runs a private practice. He holds an MBBCh from Mansoura University and an MSc from Zagazig University. Specialized in neurophysiology (EEG/NCS), epilepsy, and acute neurological emergencies, he is an active member of the Egyptian Society of Neurology, Psychiatry and Neurosurgery.
Dr. Ram Vatwani
Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Ram Vatwani holds the distinction of being the first neurologist to enter private practice in Bahrain. Dr. Vatwani completed early postgraduate residency training in neurology in 1978 under the renowned Dr. N.H. Wadia at Grant Medical College. He has been affiliated with major healthcare institutions, including Al Hilal Healthcare Group and King Hamad University Hospital. He is particularly recognized for his work in managing: Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive decline, Multiple sclerosis (MS) within the GCC region, Chronic headaches, complicated migraines and stroke care, Neuromuscular disorders, vertigo and spinal issues.
Dr. Roaa Khallaf
Director of
Neurosciences Center
Speaker Bio
Dr. Roaa Khallaf is a cognitive and behavioral neurologist and Director of the Neurosciences Center at King Fahad Specialist Hospital Dammam, KSA. A King Abdulaziz University graduate, she completed her neurology residency in Saudi Arabia, followed by fellowships in behavioral neurology at the University of Toronto and neurophysiology in movement disorders. She established a cognitive disorders pathway in the Eastern Health Cluster and serves as Secretary General of the Saudi Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology Chapter.
Dr. Roaa Khallaf
Director of
Neurosciences Center
Speaker Bio
Dr. Roaa Khallaf is a cognitive and behavioral neurologist and Director of the Neurosciences Center at King Fahad Specialist Hospital Dammam, KSA. A King Abdulaziz University graduate, she completed her neurology residency in Saudi Arabia, followed by fellowships in behavioral neurology at the University of Toronto and neurophysiology in movement disorders. She established a cognitive disorders pathway in the Eastern Health Cluster and serves as Secretary General of the Saudi Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology Chapter.
Dr. S. Mohamed Alsaffar
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Sayed Mohammed Al-Saffar is a Consultant Neurologist with extensive experience across Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. Trained at King Faisal Hospital, he served as a consultant at Salmaniya Medical Complex—where he directed the Neurology Residency—and King Hamad American Mission Hospital. His clinical expertise includes stroke, MS, headaches, neurophysiology (EEG/NCS), and Botox. An active AAN member, he has contributed significantly to research on MS prevalence and migraines.
Dr. Saeed Bohelga
Senior Consultant
Neurologist & Professor
Speaker Bio
Dr. Saeed Bohlega is a Senior Consultant Neurologist and Professor at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre in Riyadh and Alfaisal University. Trained at the University of British Columbia, he specializes in multiple sclerosis and neurophysiology. He founded and chaired the National Saudi Board of Neurology, serves as President of the Saudi Neurology Society, and is Past President of the Pan-Arab Union of Neurological Societies (PAUNS), publishing over 122 peer-reviewed papers.
Dr. Sajad Ahmad
Specialist Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. S. Mohamed Alsaffar
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Sayed Mohammed Al-Saffar is a Consultant Neurologist with extensive experience across Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. Trained at King Faisal Hospital, he served as a consultant at Salmaniya Medical Complex—where he directed the Neurology Residency—and King Hamad American Mission Hospital. His clinical expertise includes stroke, MS, headaches, neurophysiology (EEG/NCS), and Botox. An active AAN member, he has contributed significantly to research on MS prevalence and migraines.
Dr. Saeed Bohelga
Senior Consultant
Neurologist & Professor
Speaker Bio
Dr. Saeed Bohlega is a Senior Consultant Neurologist and Professor at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre in Riyadh and Alfaisal University. Trained at the University of British Columbia, he specializes in multiple sclerosis and neurophysiology. He founded and chaired the National Saudi Board of Neurology, serves as President of the Saudi Neurology Society, and is Past President of the Pan-Arab Union of Neurological Societies (PAUNS), publishing over 122 peer-reviewed papers.
Dr. Sajad Ahmad
Specialist Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Sarika Patil
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Sarika Patil is an exceptionally qualified Consultant Neurologist and Movement Disorders Specialist practicing at KIMSHEALTH Hospital in Bahrain. Dr. Patil completed her advanced DM in Neurology at the prestigious Grant Medical College & Sir JJ Group of Hospitals in Mumbai, followed by a highly specialized Post-Doctoral Fellowship (PDF) in Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders at the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital & Medical Research Institute. Her core clinical expertise spans: Parkinson’s Disease management and specialized post-doctoral training, Movement Disorders, including targeted Botox therapeutic injections. Advanced Neuro-Therapies including Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) protocols, General Neurology, managing complex migraines, stroke care, dementia and epilepsy.
Dr. Sarika Patil
Consultant Neurologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Sarika Patil is an exceptionally qualified Consultant Neurologist and Movement Disorders Specialist practicing at KIMSHEALTH Hospital in Bahrain. Dr. Patil completed her advanced DM in Neurology at the prestigious Grant Medical College & Sir JJ Group of Hospitals in Mumbai, followed by a highly specialized Post-Doctoral Fellowship (PDF) in Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders at the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital & Medical Research Institute. Her core clinical expertise spans: Parkinson’s Disease management and specialized post-doctoral training, Movement Disorders, including targeted Botox therapeutic injections. Advanced Neuro-Therapies including Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) protocols, General Neurology, managing complex migraines, stroke care, dementia and epilepsy.
Dr. Suzan Noori
Senior Consultant
Neurologis
Speaker Bio
Dr Suzan Noori has extensive experience in the practice of Neurology and Clinical Neurophysiology including Epilepsy, Movement Disorder, Stroke and peripheral nerve involvement. She also specializes in Multiple Sclerosis and related diseases; leukodystrophies; and Neurogenetics and is an expert in both central and peripheral white matter disorders.
She is currently a Senior Consultant Neurologist at University Hospital Sharjah, Associate Professor at University of Sharjah and CEO of Suzan Noori Medical Center in Dubai.
Dr. Tareq AlTaei
Consultant Radiologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Tareq AlTaei is a Consultant Radiologist at Salmaniya Medical Complex, Bahrain, specializing in neuroradiology and head and neck imaging. A 2012 RCSI Bahrain graduate, they completed Saudi Board training as Chief Resident. Professional expertise spans neuroimaging, emergency radiology, and advanced CT/MRI. Deeply involved in research and academic teaching, they received the RCSI Bahrain “Best Educator of the Year” award for their dedication to medical education and data-driven clinical decisions.
Dr. Zainab Shamlan
Neurosurgery Senior
Resident
Speaker Bio
Dr. Zainab Shamlan is a dedicated Neurosurgery Senior Resident at Salmaniya Medical Complex (SMC) in Bahrain. With rigorous clinical training, including valuable experience at King Hamad University Hospital, she focuses on managing complex brain and spine conditions. Dr. Shamlan is highly committed to providing patient-centered neurological care and advancing surgical excellence. Her work at SMC spans critical neuro-trauma management, elective surgical interventions, and ongoing medical research.
Dr. Zhao Yi Jing
Clinical Neurologist
& MD
Speaker Bio
Dr. Zhao Yi Jing graduated from the National University of Singapore and completed postgraduate training at the National Neuroscience Institute-SGH, where she established the headache service. A founding member, co-vice president, and treasurer of the Headache Society of Singapore, she led the formulation of the nation’s Clinical Practice Guideline for Headache. Dr. Zhao also serves as principal investigator for major global clinical trials evaluating emerging CGRP migraine therapies.
Dr. Suzan Noori
Senior Consultant
Neurologis
Speaker Bio
Dr Suzan Noori has extensive experience in the practice of Neurology and Clinical Neurophysiology including Epilepsy, Movement Disorder, Stroke and peripheral nerve involvement. She also specializes in Multiple Sclerosis and related diseases; leukodystrophies; and Neurogenetics and is an expert in both central and peripheral white matter disorders.
She is currently a Senior Consultant Neurologist at University Hospital Sharjah, Associate Professor at University of Sharjah and CEO of Suzan Noori Medical Center in Dubai.
Dr. Tareq AlTaei
Consultant Radiologist
Speaker Bio
Dr. Tareq AlTaei is a Consultant Radiologist at Salmaniya Medical Complex, Bahrain, specializing in neuroradiology and head and neck imaging. A 2012 RCSI Bahrain graduate, they completed Saudi Board training as Chief Resident. Professional expertise spans neuroimaging, emergency radiology, and advanced CT/MRI. Deeply involved in research and academic teaching, they received the RCSI Bahrain “Best Educator of the Year” award for their dedication to medical education and data-driven clinical decisions.
Dr. Zainab Shamlan
Neurosurgery Senior
Resident
Speaker Bio
Dr. Zainab Shamlan is a dedicated Neurosurgery Senior Resident at Salmaniya Medical Complex (SMC) in Bahrain. With rigorous clinical training, including valuable experience at King Hamad University Hospital, she focuses on managing complex brain and spine conditions. Dr. Shamlan is highly committed to providing patient-centered neurological care and advancing surgical excellence. Her work at SMC spans critical neuro-trauma management, elective surgical interventions, and ongoing medical research.
Dr. Zhao Yi Jing
Clinical Neurologist
& MD
Speaker Bio
Dr. Zhao Yi Jing graduated from the National University of Singapore and completed postgraduate training at the National Neuroscience Institute-SGH, where she established the headache service. A founding member, co-vice president, and treasurer of the Headache Society of Singapore, she led the formulation of the nation’s Clinical Practice Guideline for Headache. Dr. Zhao also serves as principal investigator for major global clinical trials evaluating emerging CGRP migraine therapies.
2026 Speaker List Coming Soon
POSTER PRESENTATION
Our Aspiring Local & International Poster Presenters for the Brain Health Conference 2026
POSTER PRESENTATION
Our Aspiring Local & International Poster Presenters for the Brain Health Conference 2026
Sh. Daad Al Khalifa
Fourth-year
medical student
Speaker Bio
Sh. Daad Al Khalifa is a fourth-year medical student at RCSI – Bahrain. Having completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, she is currently pursuing her medical degree at RCSI Bahrain. Her academic and research interests are focused on neuroscience, precision medicine, and clinical research, reflecting a strong dedication to advancing evidence-based medical practices.
Ms. Fatima Atieh
Fifth-year
medical student
Speaker Bio
Ms. Fatima Atieh is a fifth-year medical student at RCSI Medical University of Bahrain with a strong interest in pediatrics, pediatric neurology, and clinical research. My academic interests include neurodevelopmental disorders, epilepsy, and improving patient outcomes through evidence-based medicine.
Ms. Lin Marza
Medical Student
& Researcher
Speaker Bio
Lin Marza is a medical student and researcher at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland – Medical University of Bahrain. Her research pursuits span a diverse range of disciplines, including endocrinology, internal medicine, cardiovascular medicine, neurology, and space medicine. Dedicated to clinical scholarship, she aims to contribute to evidence-based advancements across these multifaceted medical fields.
Ms. Mehrunisa Bilal
Medical Student
Speaker Bio
Mehrunisa Bilal is a medical student at RCSI Bahrain with a profound dedication to clinical research. Her academic interests focus on neurology and paediatrics, aiming to advance patient outcomes through evidence-based medicine. She has successfully contributed to several scoping reviews and actively acquires practical expertise via clinical observerships. Committed to professional development under leading clinicians, she aspires to pursue a career that integrates clinical excellence with meaningful research.
Mr. Mohammed Thokan
Medical Student
Speaker Bio
Mohammed Thokan is a medical student at RCSI Bahrain with a profound interest in neurology, neurosurgery, and neurodegenerative diseases. He is actively engaged in clinical research, possessing foundational expertise in systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and manuscript preparation. His academic endeavors emphasize evidence-based medicine, clinical trial interpretation, and translating emerging scientific evidence into clinically meaningful outcomes to optimize patient care.
Mr. Mustafa Wasif
Final Year
Medical Student
Speaker Bio
Mustafa Wasif Ali is a final-year medical student and MB, BCh, BAO (Hons) candidate at RCSI Bahrain. His academic interests include neurology, pediatrics, clinical reasoning, and medical education. He focuses on deconstructing complex clinical concepts into structured frameworks to enhance deep understanding over rote learning. This methodology guides his research pursuits, emphasizing questions that translate into clinical awareness, meaningful learning, and patient-centered practice.
Ms. Nadia Fassy
Medical Student
& Researcher
Speaker Bio
Nadia Fassy is a second-year medical student at RCSI Bahrain dedicated to clinical research and evidence-based medicine. My focus involves utilizing structured literature reviews to evaluate complex chronic disease management. Previously a student society Research Officer, I specialized in database navigation (PubMed) and critical literature appraisal. My interests encompass medical education, patient-centered rehabilitation, and emerging technologies, aiming to bridge the gap between academic research and practical clinical application.
Ms. Roula Mohammed
Medical Student
Speaker Bio
Roula Mohammed is a medical student at RCSI Bahrain with a strong interest in neurology stroke and translational neuroscience. She is actively engaged in research across neuroscience, regenerative medicine and space medicine focusing on translating discoveries into clinical applications. She has contributed to reviews on spinal cord injury, neuroimaging, and microgravity physiology. Committed to medical education, she aims to develop innovative approaches that optimize neurological patient outcomes.
Ms. Zahraa Atta
Final Year
Medical Student
Speaker Bio
Ms. Zahraa F. Atta is a final-year medical student at RCSI Bahrain, completing her MB, BCh, BAO (Hons) degree. Driven by a strong academic interest in neurology and neurogenetics, she focuses on clinical research with a particular passion for rare neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders. Through her academic pursuits, Zahraa aims to deepen her understanding of complex neurological diseases and actively contribute to research that advances diagnosis and patient care management.
Ms. Zainab AlHaddar
Senior Physiotherapist
specialised in Neuro
Speaker Bio
Zainab Ali Ibrahim Al Haddar is a Senior Physiotherapist specialized in Neurorehabilitation with a decade of clinical experience. Her research focus encompasses neuroscience and neurological rehabilitation. She is also the author of From the Bottom of the Pit, a publication that eloquently portrays patients’ profound human experiences from a therapeutic perspective. Her work effectively bridges clinical expertise with empathetic, evidence-based care.
Sh. Daad Al Khalifa
Fourth-year
medical student
Speaker Bio
Sh. Daad Al Khalifa is a fourth-year medical student at RCSI – Bahrain. Having completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, she is currently pursuing her medical degree at RCSI Bahrain. Her academic and research interests are focused on neuroscience, precision medicine, and clinical research, reflecting a strong dedication to advancing evidence-based medical practices.
Ms. Fatima Atieh
Fifth-year
medical student
Speaker Bio
Ms. Fatima Atieh is a fifth-year medical student at RCSI Medical University of Bahrain with a strong interest in pediatrics, pediatric neurology, and clinical research. My academic interests include neurodevelopmental disorders, epilepsy, and improving patient outcomes through evidence-based medicine.
Ms. Lin Marza
Medical Student
& Researcher
Speaker Bio
Lin Marze is a medical student and researcher at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland – Medical University of Bahrain. Her research pursuits span a diverse range of disciplines, including endocrinology, internal medicine, cardiovascular medicine, neurology, and space medicine. Dedicated to clinical scholarship, she aims to contribute to evidence-based advancements across these multifaceted medical fields.
Ms. Mehrunisa Bilal
Medical Student
Speaker Bio
Mehrunisa Bilal is a medical student at RCSI Bahrain with a profound dedication to clinical research. Her academic interests focus on neurology and paediatrics, aiming to advance patient outcomes through evidence-based medicine. She has successfully contributed to several scoping reviews and actively acquires practical expertise via clinical observerships. Committed to professional development under leading clinicians, she aspires to pursue a career that integrates clinical excellence with meaningful research.
Mr. Mohammed Thokan
Medical Student
Speaker Bio
Mohammed Thokan is a medical student at RCSI Bahrain with a profound interest in neurology, neurosurgery, and neurodegenerative diseases. He is actively engaged in clinical research, possessing foundational expertise in systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and manuscript preparation. His academic endeavors emphasize evidence-based medicine, clinical trial interpretation, and translating emerging scientific evidence into clinically meaningful outcomes to optimize patient care.
Mr. Mustafa Wasif
Final Year
Medical Student
Speaker Bio
Mustafa Wasif Ali is a final-year medical student and MB, BCh, BAO (Hons) candidate at RCSI Bahrain. His academic interests include neurology, pediatrics, clinical reasoning, and medical education. He focuses on deconstructing complex clinical concepts into structured frameworks to enhance deep understanding over rote learning. This methodology guides his research pursuits, emphasizing questions that translate into clinical awareness, meaningful learning, and patient-centered practice.
Ms. Nadia Fassy
Medical Student
& Researcher
Speaker Bio
Nadia Fassy is a second-year medical student at RCSI Bahrain dedicated to clinical research and evidence-based medicine. My focus involves utilizing structured literature reviews to evaluate complex chronic disease management. Previously a student society Research Officer, I specialized in database navigation (PubMed) and critical literature appraisal. My interests encompass medical education, patient-centered rehabilitation, and emerging technologies, aiming to bridge the gap between academic research and practical clinical application.
Ms. Roula Mohammed
Medical Student
Speaker Bio
Roula Mohammed is a medical student at RCSI Bahrain with a strong interest in neurology stroke and translational neuroscience. She is actively engaged in research across neuroscience, regenerative medicine and space medicine focusing on translating discoveries into clinical applications. She has contributed to reviews on spinal cord injury, neuroimaging, and microgravity physiology. Committed to medical education, she aims to develop innovative approaches that optimize neurological patient outcomes.
Ms. Zahraa Atta
Final Year
Medical Student
Speaker Bio
Ms. Zahraa F. Atta is a final-year medical student at RCSI Bahrain, completing her MB, BCh, BAO (Hons) degree. Driven by a strong academic interest in neurology and neurogenetics, she focuses on clinical research with a particular passion for rare neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders. Through her academic pursuits, Zahraa aims to deepen her understanding of complex neurological diseases and actively contribute to research that advances diagnosis and patient care management.
Ms. Zainab AlHaddar
Neuro Senior
Physiotherapist
Speaker Bio
Zainab Ali Ibrahim Al Haddar is a Senior Physiotherapist specialized in Neurorehabilitation with a decade of clinical experience. Her research focus encompasses neuroscience and neurological rehabilitation. She is also the author of From the Bottom of the Pit, a publication that eloquently portrays patients’ profound human experiences from a therapeutic perspective. Her work effectively bridges clinical expertise with empathetic, evidence-based care.