Committee

We are delighted to introduce our Organizing and Scientific Committees of the 3rd International UAE Rare Disease Society Congress 2025. This dedicated group of individuals forms the backbone of our forum, ensuring every aspect runs smoothly and professionally. Comprised of esteemed professionals from the field of Rare Diseases, their collective expertise and passion are the driving forces behind the successful planning and execution of this event.

Each member of the Committee brings unique skills and perspectives to the table, contributing to a well-rounded and meticulously organized congress. Their tireless efforts have been instrumental in securing our distinguished speakers, curating our diverse program, and managing the countless logistical details that make 3rd International UAERDSC 2025 possible.

Scientific Committee

Amal Al Tenaiji

Metabolic Genetics Consultant

Sheikh Khalifa Medical City

Abu Dhabi, UAE

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Eman Taryam Alshamsi

Consultant and Acting Head of Pediatric Hematology Oncology Department

Al Jalila Children's Hospital

United Arab Emirates

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Fatma Al Bastaki

Consultant Clinical Geneticist

HMS Mirdif Hospital

Dubai, UAE

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Fatma Al Jasmi

Acting Dean, Chair of Genetic & Genomic department

College of Medicine & Health Science, UAE University, Al Ain

Al Ain, UAE

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Nuha Al Zaabi

Metabolic Genetic Consultant

Fujairah Hospital

Fujairah, UAE

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Organizing Committee

Eman Taryam Alshamsi

Consultant and Acting Head of Pediatric Hematology Oncology Department

Al Jalila Children's Hospital

United Arab Emirates

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Nafisa Tawfiq

Chairwoman Board of Directors , UAE Rare Disease Society, Former head of Unit for the Metabolic Genetics Unit

Dubai Genetics Centre, Pathology & Genetics Department, Dubai Health Authority

Dubai, UAE

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Zakeya Alriyami

Deputy Manager

UAE Rare Disease Society

Abu Dhabi, UAE

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Awatif Al Jasmi

Board Member, UAE Rare Disease Society

Head of Administrative Section Administrative Affairs, Thalassemia Center Dubai Academic Health Corporation (DAHC)

Dubai, UAE

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Dalal Al Dhabyani

Director of Operations

UAE Rare Disease Society

Dubai, UAE

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Azhar Talal

Lecturer, College of Medicine and Health Science

United Arab Emirates University

Al Ain, UAE

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Zalaikha Alhammadi

Senior Specialist Metabolic Genetic Unit

Dubai Genetic Centre, Latifa Hospital

Dubai, UAE

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Madiha Fathi Ibrahim

Consultant Pediatrician, Al Qassimi Women & Children Hospital (AQWCH)

Assistant Professor, Sharjah University

Sharjah, UAE

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Aadla Jodat

Administrative Assistant

UAE Rare Disease Society

Abu Dhabi, UAE

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Heba Salah Elabd

Genetic Consultant, Al Jalila Children's Speciality Hospital

Faculty of medicine Ain Shams University

Dubai, UAE

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Faizah Hashimy

Clinical Genetics Fellow

Tawam Hospital

UAE

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Supported by

AstraZeneca
GE Healthcare
Janssen
Pfizer
Primex
Roche