Speakers

Dr. Abdullah Alrashed

Consultant, Neuroradiology & Neurointervention
Chairman, Neuroimaging & Intervention Department
King Fahad Medical City
Saudi Arabia

Dr. Abdullah Alrashed

Abdullah Ali Alrashed is an accomplished interventional neuroradiologist with a strong educational background, including an M.B.B.S from Qassim University. His extensive training includes Clinical Fellowships in Neuroradiology and Interventional Neuroradiology at the University of Toronto, Canada, along with a Fellowship at King Fahad Medical City. He has held significant roles, including Chairman of Neuro-imaging and Intervention Department, Head of Diagnostic Neuroradiology Section, and Sub-specialty Consultant at King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh. His certifications encompass Clinical Fellowships, a Saudi Board in Radiology, and professional registrations

Dr. Abdullah Tawakul

Neurointerventional fellowship

Dr. Abdullah Tawakul

Dr. Abdullah Tawakul is a highly qualified Saudi neurologist. He completed his medical education at Umm Al Qura University and pursued specialized training in neurology, neurointervention and neurocritical care in Canada and the USA. Dr. Tawakul has extensive experience in the field and has contributed to medical education, research, and patient care. He has authored publications in renowned medical journals and actively participated in conferences. His work includes addressing neurological conditions like ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke and traumatic brain injuries. Dr. Tawakul's commitment to advancing neurological care and his clinical expertise make him a respected figure in his field

Dr. Abdullah Omar A Alobaid

Consultant Neurosurgeon and Neurointerventionalist
Subspecialty Microsurgical Neurovascular &
Neuro Endovascular, Skull Base, & Neuro-Oncology
National Neurosciences Institute
King Fahad Medical City (KFMC)
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Abdullah Omar A Alobaid

Dr. Abdullah Alobaid is born and raised in Riyadh. He Graduated from medical school in King Saud University (honour). He completed His Neurosurgery training in McMaster University Canada. After residency, He did two fellowships in Neuro-Oncology, Skull Base and Microsurgical Neurovascular surgery in Toronto and New York.
In 2015, He returned back at King Fahad Medical City (KFMC), where he established a busy practice. One year later, he was appointed as the Residency Program Director, and progress until he became the Riyadh Regional Neurosurgery training Director at the Saudi Commission for Health Specialities. In 2020, Dr. Alobaid made a decision to take sabbatical leave, and proceed a fellowship training in Neurointervention in Seattel USA. He re-joined KFMC in 2021.
During His carrier, published multiple papers and presented in local and international meetings Dr. Alobaid happily married and has 4 children, Omar, Lamar, Leena, and Abdulelah. He enjoys hiking, and BBQ.

Dr. Abdulrahman Al Shamy

Consultant Neuroradiologist & NeuroInterventional Radiologist
King Abdulaziz Medical City (KAMC)
Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs
Assistant Professor, KSAU-HS
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Abdulrahman Al Shamy

Dr. Abdulrahman Al Shamy obtained an MD and DIS in Radiology from ULP Strasbourg, France, in 1990 and 1995. In August 1996, he assumed the role of Associate Consultant in Neuroradiology at King Faisal Specialist Hospital, Riyadh. By August 1997, he had become a Consultant Radiologist at King Abdulaziz Medical City, where he also served as Chair of the Medical Imaging Department. He led the Medical Imaging Department from November 2000 to 2017. Dr. Al Shamy served as a Radiology Board Examiner (2004-2016) and led the Neuroradiology Fellowship Exam Committee (2015-2017) for the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties. Additionally, he holds the position of Assistant Professor at COMJ-KSAU-HS, contributing to both academic and clinical endeavors.

Dr. Abdulrahman Y. Alturki

President of the Saudi Society of Neurological Interventions –SSNI
Subspecialty consultant: Neurosurgery & Neurocritical care
Section head, Neurovascular Surgery Division
Adult Neurosurgery Department
National Neurosciences Institute
King Fahad Medical City (KFMC)

Dr. Abdulrahman Y. Alturki

Dr. Abdulrahman Y. Alturki is a prominent Subspecialty Consultant in Vascular/Endovascular Neurosurgery and Head of Neurovascular Surgery at the National Neuroscience Institute, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He also leads Adult Neurosurgery for Riyadh Second Healthcare Cluster. He excels in complex neurosurgical procedures, particularly in vascular and endovascular domains, demonstrating exceptional leadership and dedication to advancing neurosurgery.

Dr. Abdullah AlHindi

Neurointervention Fellow, KFMC

Dr. Abdullah AlHindi

Graduated from Qassim University medical school in 2015
Finished radiology residency in 2020 from king saud medical city
Finished diagnostic Neuroradiology fellowship program from king Khaled University hospital on 2022
Currently training at KFMC neurointervention department

Dr. Ahmad Aljammaz

Neurovascular Consultant
Security Forces Hospital
Riyadh, KSA
Member of the Scientific Committee of Neurology

Dr. Ahmad Aljammaz

Dr. Ahmed Mohammed AlJammaz is a highly accomplished and dedicated medical professional with a remarkable track record in the field of neurology. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Neurology Shared Training Committee in The Central Region, where he plays a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of training and education in the field.

Dr. AlJammaz is an esteemed member of the National Committee for Stroke Unit, contributing his expertise to improve stroke care nationwide. Additionally, he serves as a member of the Scientific Committee of Neurology, where he actively participates in shaping the direction of neurological research and advancements.

With a passion for continuous learning and international collaboration, Dr. AlJammaz is a proud member of the Canadian Stroke Consortium, a prestigious organization that promotes excellence in stroke research and treatment. He also holds the position of a Neurology consultant at the Medical Cities Operation program, Ministry of Interior, where he provides expert guidance in managing neurological cases.

Dr. AlJammaz's educational background is equally impressive. He completed a fellowship with the Canadian Stroke Consortium, focusing on advanced stroke management techniques and research. He further honed his expertise through a stroke fellowship at Dalhousie University. Prior to his fellowships, he completed his residency in Neurology, during which he gained comprehensive clinical experience and refined his diagnostic and treatment skills. Dr. AlJammaz began his medical journey with an MBBS degree from King Saud University, where he laid the foundation for his successful career.

With his vast knowledge, clinical acumen, and unwavering commitment to patient care, Dr. Ahmed Mohammed AlJammaz continues to make significant contributions to the field of neurology and plays a vital role in advancing stroke care in Saudi Arabia and beyond.

Dr. Ahmed Abdelalim

Trustee - MENA Stroke Organization
Professor of Neurology and Director of Stroke Center
Cairo University, Egypt

Dr. Ahmed Abdelalim

Prof. Abdelalim is a Professor of Neurology at Cairo University Egypt, and Director of Kasralainy Stroke Center, Cairo University. He is a member of the steering committee of the Egyptian Stroke Chapter; the Supreme committee of Stroke, Egyptian Ministry of Health; and a Member of the World federation of neurology training committee.

He is also the Associate editor of The Egyptian Journal of Neurology, Psychiatry and Neurosurgery; peer reviewer for many high impact neurology Journals; and co-author of many peer reviewed researches published in high impact journal such as Lancet and Lancet Neurology

Dr. Aisha Ibrahim Al Bakr

Associate Professor of Neurology
College of medicine
Program Director of Neurology Fellowship
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University (IAU)
Consultant Neurologist/Strokologist
King Fahd University Hospital
Alkhobar, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Aisha Ibrahim Al Bakr

"Dr. Albakr is an associate professor of neurology at College of medicine in Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University (IAU), Dammam. She is a consultant neurologist/stroke ologist in King Fahd University Hospital, Alkhobar, Saudi Arabia. She is the program director of Neurology fellowship in Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam. She obtained her MBBS with honor from IAU in 2010. Finished her Neurology residency at Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University in 2014. She did her clinical and research fellowship in stroke at Ottawa University, Canada in 2017. She has been the head of stroke unit in King Fahad University Hospital from 2017-2023. "

Dr. Aiman Quateen

Consultant and the Chair of the Division
Interventional Neuroradiology
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City
UAE

Dr. Aiman Quateen

Dr. Quateen developed his expertise in interventional Neuroradiology throughout his career, which spans more than 10 years. He has taken a special interest in diagnostic and interventional neuroradiology. Dr. Quateen is well-trained in the subspecialties of interventional neuroradiology and interventional vascular radiology. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological conditions and the use of clinical imaging to conduct vascular procedures. Dr. Quateen is also a keen educator and has published several research papers. Dr. Quateen received his MBBCh degree from Tripoli University. He became a Canadian Board Certified Diagnostic radiologist. In addition, Dr. Quateen is also a fellow of the prestigious Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He also holds three fellowships in interventional vascular radiology, interventional neuroradiology, and neuroradiology. Dr. Quateen served as an Assistant Professor at Dalhousie University and the University of Ottawa in Canada before joining our ranks at SSMC, Abu Dhabi in UAE.

Dr. Ali Al Balushi

Vascular Neurologist and Neurointerventionalist
Head of Department of Neurology and Stroke Unit
Khoula Hospital, Muscat, Oman

Dr. Ali Al Balushi

Dr. Ali Al Balushi earned his MD from Sultan Qaboos University (2006). He completed Adult Neurology residency at St. Louis University, serving as academic chief resident. Further, he finished Vascular Neurology and Endovascular Neurosurgery/Interventional Neuroradiology fellowships at prestigious institutions. He's board-certified in Neurology and Vascular Neurology by the American Board. Currently, he heads Neurology and Stroke Unit at Khoula Hospital, Muscat, Oman. Dr. Al Balushi's impactful publications in Vascular Neurology and Neurointerventional Surgery are noted, along with his role as a journal reviewer.

Dr. Alwaleed Alqahtani

M.D. Neuroradiology Fellow, KFSH&RC

Dr. Alwaleed Alqahtani

Currently, he is neuroradiology fellow at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He is a Saudi board certified radiologist. Holder of Europian Diploma in Radiology - European board of Radiology. He has multiple scientific publications. He is a speaker in international and local conferences and courses. He is interested in Interventional Neuroradiology.

Dr. Ammar Alkawi

Consultant, Interventional & Vascular Neurology
Deputy Director, Neurovascular Integrated Practice Unite (IPU)
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center
Associate Professor, College of Medicine
AlFaisal University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Ammar Alkawi

Dr. Ammar AlKawi, vascular & interventional Neurologist, is Deputy Director of Neurovascular Integrated Program Unit at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center. Trained at UIC and NJMS/Rutgers University, he's Diplomat of American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Vascular Neurology. He's Assistant Professor at UMDNJ/Rutgers University, Associate Professor at AlFaisal University, and fellow of American Academy of Neurology. A prolific researcher and speaker, his interests include innovative neuroendovascular surgery imaging.

Dr. Amira Al Raaisi

Consultant Neurointerventional Radiologist
Rothschild Foundation Hospital
Paris, France

Dr. Amira Al Raaisi

Amira Al Raaisi is an Omani medical professional specializing in radiology and interventional neuroradiology. She holds a diagnostic radiology and medical imaging diploma from the University of Paris and a DIU in Interventional Neuroradiology from the University of Limoges, France. Amira's extensive medical journey includes experiences in radiology, neuro-ophthalmology, and neurosurgery. With proficiency in English, Arabic, French, and Farsi, she has authored research articles published in medical journals. Her commitment to medical excellence, continuous learning, and her multilingual abilities make her a valuable contributor to the fields of radiology and interventional neuroradiology.

Dr. Ammar Alomar

Neurologist
Head of Neurology Department
Ibrahim Obaidullah Hospital
Adjunct Faculty in RAKMHSU
College of Medicine and college of Pharmacy
RES-Q stroke registry national coordinator for UAE

Dr. Ammar Alomar

Dr Ammar Alomar graduated from Basra medical college at 1993 and continued his education by specializing in neurology from the Iraqi committee for medical specialization in Baghdad in 2002. He worked in Hillah teaching hospital in Iraq, Al Bashir hospital in Amman, Jordan and Currently working in Ibrahim Obaidullah Hospital in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. He is the hospital stroke program director and national coordinator for ResQ stroke registry in UAE.

Dr. Bader Alahaideb

Consultant, Neuro and Body interventional Radiologist
King Saud Medical City
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Bader Alahaideb

Dr. Bader Abdullah Alahaideb is board certified in diagnostic radiology, specializing in vascular neuro and body interventional radiology. He serves as a consultant neuro and body interventional radiologist and leads the interventional neuroradiology department at King Saud Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Dr. Bader Alenzi

Chairman of Neurology
Department at KFSH.
E1 Cluster Stroke Pathway Lead
Consultant Neurology , Stroke and Neurointervention
Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Bader Alenzi

Dr. Bader Alenzi is board certified in Neurology from Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas, specializing in Vascular Neurology from McGovern Medical School, University of Texas, Houston. He pursued Interventional Neurology at St. Vincent Medical Center, Toledo, OH. He serves as Chairman of the Neurology Department at KFSH, and holds roles as E1 Cluster Stroke Pathway Lead and Conmutant of UNgy, Stroke, and Neurointervention.

Dr. Bazah Almubark

Consultant Occupational Therapist
King Fahad Medical City
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Bazah Almubark

Dr. Bazah Almubark is a qualified Consultant Occupational Therapist. She completed a PhD in ‘Cognitive Assessment in Arabic and English Speaking Populations’, at the University of Plymouth, UK. She received a MSc. in Neurorehabilitation from Oxford Brooks University, UK. and a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Occupational Therapy from Brunel University, UK. She is the chairperson of Occupational Therapy at King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh. Dr. Bazah is the establisher of the cognitive rehabilitation program at King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Her professional interests focus on developing cognitive assessment tools, examining patients’ cognitive functioning, and establishing cognitive rehabilitation programs.

Dr. Brenda Johnson

Assistant Professor of Neurology
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Assistant Director
Johns Hopkins Comprehensive Stroke Center Baltimore, USA

Dr. Brenda Johnson

Dr. Johnson, Assistant Professor of Neurology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, is also Assistant Director of the Comprehensive Stroke Center and an Acute Neurovascular Advanced Nurse Practitioner at Johns Hopkins Hospital. With degrees from Auburn University, Mercy College, Pace University, and a doctorate from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, she completed an Advanced Practice Neurovascular Fellowship at Arizona State University. Dr. Johnson is engaged in various professional roles, including membership in the American Stroke Advisory Committee, Chair of the State-of-the-Science International Stroke Nursing Symposium Committee, and roles within the American Heart Association. Her research focuses on stroke prevention and healthcare disparities.

Dr. Dileep R Yavagal

Director of Interventional Neurology
Co-Director of Neuroendovascular Surgery
The University of Miami & Jackson Memorial Hospitals
Clinical Professor of Neurology and Neurosurgery
United States

Dr. Dileep R Yavagal

Dr. Dileep R. Yavagal, MD, FSVIN, FAHA, FAAN, is Director of Interventional Neurology and Co-Director of Neuroendovascular Surgery at University of Miami & Jackson Memorial Hospitals, also a Clinical Professor of Neurology and Neurosurgery. His education includes MBBS and MD from Mumbai's Seth G. S. Medical & King Edward Memorial Hospitals. Trained at Harvard-affiliated hospitals, Columbia Presbyterian, and UCLA, he's a Neurology pioneer, Past-President of Society for Vascular and Interventional Neurology (SVIN), and a leader in stroke therapy research. Dr. Yavagal led RECOVER-Stroke, pioneering intra-arterial stem cell delivery for stroke. Founder of Mission Thrombectomy 2020+, he accelerates global stroke thrombectomy access.

Dr. Elizabeth Zink

Clinical Nurse Specialist
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Research Associate
Department of Neurology
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Baltimore, USA

Dr. Elizabeth Zink

Dr. Elizabeth Zink, a nurse with degrees from Towson, Maryland, and Johns Hopkins Universities, specializes in neurocritical care. With 26 years of experience, she's been a nurse, practitioner, and specialist, excelling in neuroscience, stroke, research, and education. She's a leader in quality enhancement, interprofessional teamwork, and evidence-based nursing. Her research emphasizes biomarkers in stroke rehab and team performance's impact on patient outcomes. She presently serves as a Clinical Nurse Specialist at Johns Hopkins Hospital's Neurocritical Care Unit.

Dr. Eyas Abdulrahman

Neuroradiology Fellow, KFSH&RC

Dr. Eyas Abdulrahman

"Eyas Alsuhaibani, M.D., who graduated from King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences medical school with second honor degree. Holder of Saudi Board in Diagnostic Radiology and I did my residency training at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center. Currently doing Neuroradiology Fellowship at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center."

Dr. Fahmi M. Al-Senani

Interventional Stroke Neurology Consultant
Chairman of Neurology
Stroke Program Director
Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs
King Fahad Medical City, KSA

Dr. Fahmi M. Al-Senani

Dr. Fahmi Mohammed Al-Senani, MBBS, MHA, MSc, serves as Director of Model of Care at the Center of Excellence, Health Holding Company, and is an Interventional Vascular Neurologist. With diverse education and certifications, including an Intervential Neuroradiology Fellowship from Oxford University, he's an adept professional. Noteworthy roles include Vice-President of Healthcare Delivery, Executive Director of Academic and Training Affairs at King Fahad Medical City, and Associate Dean at King Saud bin Abdulaziz for Health Sciences. He's passionate about holistic health care, integrated systems, value-based healthcare, telemedicine, interventional neuroradiology, and medical education.

Dr. Fawaz Alshareef

Chairman - MENASO Interventional Neuroradiology Advisory Board
Interventional Neurointervention Consultant
Saudi German Hospital
Saudi Arabia

Dr. Fawaz Alshareef

Dr. Fawaz Alshareef, an expert neurointerventional consultant with over 10 years of experience, is a Sorbonne graduate from Paris. He specializes in stroke care for Jeddah, providing comprehensive citywide coverage

Dr. Hanan Alqahtani

Consultant Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiologist

Dr. Hanan Alqahtani

MBBS, King Khalid University 2010
Saudi Board of diagnostic radiology 2014 Clinical fellowship of interventional
neuroradiology, Canada 2018
Assistant prof at Kku 2018-2022 Board member in the Saudi Stroke Society 2020-un present

Dr. Hassan Ali Abdullah

Consultant Vascular Intervention
and Neurointerventional Radiology
Kuwait Oil Company (KOC)
Ahmadi Hospital
Kuwait Hospital, Kuwait

Dr. Hassan Ali Abdullah

" Dr. Hassan Ali Abdullah, with 15+ years of global medical experience, worked across Ireland, Netherlands, and Kuwait. His career spans specialties and countries, enriching his expertise. Since 2010, he's focused on endovascular interventions, excelling in vascular malformation treatments, neuroendovascular procedures, and stroke care. He established Kuwait's first vascular malformation clinic, constantly pushing limits. Dr. Abdullah currently enhances patient care in endovascular and stroke management at Ahmadi Hospital and Kuwait Hospital, aiming for excellence and innovation."

Dr. Hilana Ahmad Hatoum

Consultant Neurologist
Stroke Program Director
Almoosa Specialist Hospital, KSA.
Member - MENASO Women and Stroke Committee

Dr. Hilana Ahmad Hatoum

Dr. Hilana Ahmad Hatoum is a member of the Women & Stroke Committee at MENA Stroke Organization. Currently, she serves as a consultant neurologist, Stroke Program Director, and Deputy Program Director for Neurology Residency at Almoosa Specialist Hospital, AL-Ahsa, KSA. She contributed to the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Ethical Committee. An active member of scientific and professional societies, she chaired and organized scientific symposia and conferences, engaging in educational and academic pursuits.

Dr. Hibah Alkadhi

Neurointervention Fellow, KFMC

Dr. Hibah Alkadhi

Neuroradiology fellow at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center
Saudi Board in Diagnostic Radiology from King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center
Graduated King Saud University College of Medicine

Dr. Hosam Al-Jehani

Assistant Professor and consultant of Neurosurgery Consultant interventional Neuroradiology
Consultant Neurocritical care
Head of the neurovascular disease center
Imam Abdulrahman Alfaisal University, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Hosam Al-Jehani

Joined Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal university (formerly known as Dammam university) in 2002 and was in a scholarship to McGill university in Montreal, Canada where he obtained the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada Fellowship in Neurosurgery. This was followed by obtaining a subspecialty fellowship in Neurocritical care. In addition, He obtained a Master's degree in neurosciences from McGill university. In addition, he obtained a combined fellowship in interventional neuroradiology and cerebrovascular neurosurgery from McGill university and University of Montreal.
He returned to Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal University in the summer of 2013 where he works as an assistant professor and consultant in neurosurgery, interventional Neuroradiology and Neurocritical care. He is the head of the neurovascular program in King Fahad university hospital in Alkhobar.
He is an adjunct professor of neurology and neurosurgery at the Montreal neurological institute and hospital He is an adjunct professor of neurosurgery in Weill-Cornell university at the Methodist Houston He is the head of the Saudi council of neurosurgery director for the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.
His basic science interest include the understanding of neural stem cells in development and disease conditions such as cerebrovascular accidents and traumatic brain injury, as well as the genetics of intracranial aneurysms.

Dr. Jameel Rasheedi

Neurointervention, Stroke Neurology,
and Neurocritical Care Neurologist
King Abdullah Medical City (KAMC)
Makkah, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Jameel Rasheedi

Dr. Jameel Rasheedi is a distinguished Neurointervention, Stroke Neurology, and Neurocritical Care Consultant at King Abdullah Medical City in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.

Dr. Jameelah Alghalbi

MBBS, FRCPC
STROKE PROJECT MSNAGER ( KAMCJ)
DEPUPTY OF NEUROSCIENCE ( KAMCJ
Vascular Neurologist( Stroke neurologist)

Dr. Jameelah Alghalbi

"MENASO: Neurology board graduate from Canada. She finish her Residency Manitoba University Then fellow ship stroke subspecialty from university of British Columbia. Canada MENASO: Neurology consultant / Stroke consultant King from 2011 to 2015 Abdualzziz hospital jeddah . Working in Directorate in health affairs of Jeddah 2015 to 2017 . Then Consultant of neurology and stroke neurology King AbduAllah medical complex may 2017 Stroke project manager in King Abduallah medical complex 2019. Deputy of Neuroscience King AbduAllah medical complex since 20"

Dr. Jeyaraj Durai Pandian

MD DM FRACP FRCP FESO FWSO FIAN FANMS
Professor of Neurology and Principal (Dean)
President-Elect, World Stroke Organization
Christian Medical College,
Punjab, India

Dr. Jeyaraj Durai Pandian

Dr. Khalid M. Bajunaid is a neurovascular neurosurgeon, neuro interventionist and a Neuro-Intensivist. He is currently an assistant professor of neurosurgery at University of Jeddah and adjunct Professor of Neurology and Neurosurgery at Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital (MNI), McGill University. Dr. Bajunaid currently serve as an executive board member and the Treasurer of the Saudi Society of Neurointervention (SSNI) as well as a member of the MENASO neuro-interventional advisory board.

Dr. Khalid M. Bajunaid

Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery
University of Jeddah
Adjunct Professor of Neurology and Neurosurgery
Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital (MNI), McGill University
Consultant Neuro-Critical Care, Neuro-Interventionist
Neurovascular Neurosurgeon
Treasurer, Saudi Society of Neurointervention (SSNI)

Dr. Khalid M. Bajunaid

Ms. Lisa Klein

MSN, RN, AGCNS-BC, CNRN

Ms. Lisa Klein

Lisa Klein is an Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist on two 32-bed acute and intermediate care neurosciences units at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. This includes the stroke unit of the Johns Hopkins Hospital’s Comprehensive Stroke Center. Lisa received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2005 and Master of Science in Nursing in 2014 from the Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing. Lisa has published as a primary author and co-author on articles focusing on promoting mobility in the inpatient hospital setting and implementation of stroke centers. Lisa has presented nationally and internationally on nursing stroke care and mobility promotion.

Dr. Madhawi Khalid Altaib

Assistant Professor
Senior Speech & Language Pathologist
Health Rehabilitation Science Department
College of Applied Medical Science
King Saud University, KSA

Dr. Madhawi Khalid Altaib

Madhawi Altaib is a highly dedicated professional in the field of Rehabilitation. With a PhD in Clinical Language Science from the University of Reading, she has developed expertise in areas such as psychometric testing and service delivery for post-Stroke survival. Dr. Altaib is a member of both the British Aphasiology Society and the Saudi Stroke Society, demonstrating her commitment to professional excellence and staying abreast of the latest advancements in the field. Dr Altaib, work revolves around investigating and developing effective and efficient models of service delivery in speech and language pathology, as well as assessing the psychometric properties of language assessment tools.

Dr. Maha Abdullatif Aldera

Consultant Speech Pathology
Assistant Professor in Speech and Swallowing Pathology Program
College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Maha Abdullatif Aldera

Maha Aldera, Ph.D., is an Assistance Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences at Princess Noura University. She received her B.S. from King Saud University and her Master degree in Speech and Language Pathology from City University London and then completed her Ph.D. at Seton Hall University, US.

Dr. Maha worked at King Faisal Specialized Hospital and Research Center, then joined as a faculty member at Princess Noura University. Dr. Maha Held the position as a Dean of College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, and currently serves as the speech program director as well as consultant speech-language pathology in King Abdullah University Hospital.

Dr. Majid Farraj Bakheet

Consultant stroke Neurologist and Neurorehabilitation Director of Neurology Administration
King Abdullah Medical City
Makkah, KSA

Dr. Majid Farraj Bakheet

Dr. Majid Farraj Bakheet is a prominent Consultant Stroke Neurologist and Neurorehabilitation specialist. He holds the position of Director of Neurology Administration at King Abdullah Medical City in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. His expertise lies in the field of stroke management and neurorehabilitation, contributing significantly to patient care and recovery.

Dr. Maria Khan Junaidi

General Secretary - MENA Stroke organization Senior Specialist Neurology Rashid Hospital, DHA, UAE
Board Member MENASO, WSO

Dr. Maria Khan Junaidi

Dr. Maria Junaidi is a neurologist practicing in Rashid Hospital, Dubai for the past eight years. She is a graduate of the Aga Khan University in Karachi, Pakistan and completed her post graduate training from the same institute. She holds a fellowship in vascular neurology and is one of the founding members for MENA stroke organization. She is also an avid researcher and has a number of publications in international peer reviewed journals.

Dr. Marida Straccia

International Resuscitation Programs Manager
American Heart Association

Dr. Marida Straccia

Marida is an experienced nurse and educator holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and a Master’s Degree in Nursing Education. As the Nurse Coordinator of the Cardiology, Medical and Orthopedic units for one of the major hospital clinics in Italy, Marida worked as the key volunteer for the American Heart Association, helping the training network grow in Europe.

In 2016 she became a strong component of the AHA’s ECC Team helping establish International Training Centers worldwide. Her knowledge of the AHA didactic disciplines, expertise in training, has made an exceptional impact in quality improvement and excellence in resuscitation education globally.

Dr. Mohamed Alzawahmah

Chairman- MENASO Stroke Advisory Board
Vascular Neurology Consultant
Neuroscience Centre
King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Mohamed Alzawahmah

Dr. Alzawahmah graduated from King Saud University in 1997. He completed a one-year internship at King Khalid University Hospital and a neurology residency at Prince Sultan Military Medical City in 2005. In 2006 he pursued further training in the field of vascular neurology at the University of Calgary for 2 years then he moved to London, Ontario, for further training in the field of neurocritical care and clinical EEG for 1 year. Dr. Alzawahmah was the director of neurology at Prince Sultan Military Medical City from 2013 to 2021. Currently, Dr. Alzawahmah is the director of the Neurovascular Integrated Practice Unit at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Dr. Mohammad Ayesh Aljohani

President - 9th MENA Stroke Congress
President of Saudi Stroke Society
Consultant Stroke Neurologist
King Salman Medical City
Madinah, Saudi Arabia (KSAMC)
Chairperson - National Stroke Network, MOH (HHC)

Dr. Mohammad Ayesh Aljohani

Dr. Mohammad Aljohani is a Consultant Neurologist and Subspecialty Vascular Neurologist at King Salman Medical City, Madinah, Saudi Arabia (KSAMC). He serves as the President of the Saudi Stroke Society and Chairperson of the National Stroke Network at the Ministry of Health (HHC). He is an active member of the National Stroke Registry (Saudi Arabia Stroke Registry) and contributes to teaching both postgraduate and undergraduate medical students. Dr. Mohammed is also engaged in various committees and has participated in numerous clinical research projects and publications.

Dr. Mohammed Almekhlafi

Interventional stroke neurologist Calgary Stroke Program Medical director Acute stroke unit Foothills Medical Center Associate Professor Clinical Neurosciences, Radiology, and Community Health Sciences Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary

Dr. Mohammed Almekhlafi

Dr. Mohammed Almekhlafi, a neurologist and clinician scientist with the Calgary Stroke Program, possesses expertise in stroke and interventional neuroradiology, complemented by a master's degree in clinical epidemiology. His unwavering commitment lies in pioneering solutions for cerebrovascular disorders, driven by a fervent dedication to patient well-being. Dr. Almekhlafi's engagement extends to mentoring emerging neurologists and stroke researchers, fostering their growth. He's an accomplished author, contributing prolifically to esteemed medical journals, and his research has garnered recognition on the global conference circuit.

Dr. Mohammed Mesfer Alwadai

Consultant of Neurology
Stroke and Neurointervention
King Fahad General Hospital
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Mohammed Mesfer Alwadai

Dr. Mohammed Mesfer Alwadai, a Neurology, Stroke, and Neurointervention consultant, practices at King Fahad General Hospital, Jeddah. He's Deputy Head of Neurology, a board member of Saudi Society of Neurological Interventions, and aids the Ministry of Health's Stroke Committee. With an MBBS from Ibn Sina National College (2010), he secured the Saudi Board of Neurology (2015) and pursued Stroke and Interventional Neuroradiology Fellowships at McMaster University, Canada, in 2017 and 2019 respectively.

Dr. Mustafa Alqarni

Assistant Professor of Neurology and Stroke College of Medicine
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Mustafa Alqarni

Dr. Alqarni, an Assistant Professor of Neurology and Stroke at the College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, holds a consultant position at King Fahad Hospital of University, AlKhobar, KSA. He earned an MBBS degree from the University of Dammam and an MSc in Clinical Neuroscience from King's College London, UK. His training includes a neurology residency at the University of Alberta, Canada, and a vascular neurology fellowship at McMaster University, Canada.

Mrs. Muna Sahman ALsubaie

Adviser to Assistant Minister of Health
CEO OF SEHA Virtual Hospital and Innovation
Enablement Center
Saudi Arabia

Mrs. Muna Sahman ALsubaie

Muna AlSubaie, with 24+ years in healthcare leadership, serves as CEO of Seha Virtual Hospital & Innovation Enablement Center. Additionally, she's a Digital Health Advisor to the Assistant Minister at the Ministry of Health. Her expertise includes spearheading national transformation initiatives, including SEHA Virtual Hospital and "Mawid" Centralized Appointments System.

Dr. Moayd alkhalifah

Consultant Stroke Neurologist
Johns Hopkins ARAMCO Healthcare
Dhahran, KSA

Dr. Naif Faisal Alharbi

Neurointerventionist
Stroke/Vascular Neurologist
Head of Neurointerventional Unit
King Fahad General Hospital
Vice president - Saudi Society of Neurointervention
Program Director of Saudi Neurology Board at KFH-J

Dr. Naif Faisal Alharbi

Dr. Naif Faisal Alharbi, MD, is a Vascular and Interventional Neurologist, serving as Head of the Neurointerventional Unit at Jeddah Directorate of Health Affairs and King Fahad General Hospital. He's a Co-Founding member of the Saudi Society of Neurological Interventions (SSNI), and Program Director for the Neurology Training program at King Fahad General Hospital, Jeddah. As a Neurointerventionist and Stroke/Vascular Neurologist, he leads the Neurointerventional Unit at King Fahad General Hospital and is Vice President of the Saudi Society of Neurointervention. Additionally, he holds the position of Program Director for the Saudi Neurology Board at KFH-J.

Dr. Naser Alotaibi

Assistant Professor
Stroke Neurologist
Deputy Chairman of Medicine
Head of Neurology
King Abdulaziz Medical City
Riyadh, KSA

Dr. Naser Alotaibi

Dr. Naser Alotaibi, MBBS, FRCPC, SCC, leads Neurology at King Abdulaziz Medical City, Riyadh. He's a Consultant Stroke & Neurologist, Assistant Professor at King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University, and Chairman of Central Region's Neurology Training Committee. With a Medical Degree from King Saud University, he completed Stroke Fellowship at UBC, Canada. His Master's in Public Health enhances his contributions. Dr. Alotaibi's research on neurology and stroke is internationally recognized, showcased in peer-reviewed journals and conferences. He's an active member of Saudi Stroke Society and various committees, embodying impactful engagement within the field.

Dr. Nouf Al Mansour

Stroke Neurologist call
Stroke Program Manager
Vascular Neurology Fellowship Program Director
King Saud Medical City, Riyadh
Stroke and neurology service line lead,
Riyadh first health cluster, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Nouf Al Mansour

Dr. Nouf Al Mansour is a distinguished Stroke Neurologist at King Saud Medical City, Riyadh. She serves as the Stroke Program Manager and also holds the position of Stroke and Neurology Service Line Lead within Riyadh's first health cluster. Furthermore, she takes on the role of Vascular Neurology Fellowship Program Director at King Saud Medical City. Driven by her passion for improving stroke care, she is dedicated to advancing medical excellence and leadership in the field.

Dr. Nouran Taher

Stroke Neurologist
Director of Stroke program and vascular fellowship
King Abdulaziz Medical City Riyadh
National Guard health affairs
Saudi Arabia

Dr. Nouran Taher

Dr. Nouran Yasin Taher, a Saudi neurologist, boasts an honor degree from Taibah University. Her training encompasses a vascular neurology fellowship from McMaster University. With roles as Neurology Consultant and Stroke Fellowship Program Director at MNGHA-Riyadh, she leads projects and committees, including JCI accreditation. Dr. Taher is an active member of esteemed societies, presents at conferences, publishes, and teaches. Proficient in Arabic and English, her impactful work leaves a lasting legacy in neurology.

Dr. Riyadh AL-Okaili

Neuro-Interventional Endovascular-Surgeon and Neuro-Radiologist
King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Riyadh AL-Okaili

Dr. Riyadh AL-Okaili, MBBS, PhD, is a distinguished radiologist at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center. Certified in Diagnostic Radiology, Neuro-Radiology, and Neuro-Interventional subspecialties from the University of Pennsylvania, he also holds a CAQ in Neuro-Radiology from the American Board of Radiology. He completed fellowships at institutions like Massachusetts General Hospital. ECFMG Certified, with BLS and ACLS credentials, he pursued comprehensive training, including neurosurgery and radiology residencies. Dr. AL-Okaili is a skilled specialist with extensive expertise in his field.

Dr. Saeed Alzahrani

Vice President, Saudi Stroke Society
Consultant Stroke Neurologist
Head of Neurology Department,
King Fahd Hospital, Jeddah
Stroke Lead at Jeddah Health, KSA

Dr. Saeed Alzahrani

Dr. Saeed Alzahrani is the Head of the Organizing Committee, Consultant Stroke Neurologist, and Head of Neurology Department at King Fahd Hospital in Jeddah. He also serves as the Stroke Lead at Jeddah Health and directs the joint training program for neurology in the second cluster of the Western Region.

Dr. Seby John

Consultant, Vascular Neurology and Neurointerventional Surgery
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi
Clinical Associate Professor of Neurology
Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case
Western Reserve University, USA
Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor of Neurology
Khalifa University College of Medicine, UAE

Dr. Seby John

Dr. Seby John, Consultant Vascular Neurologist and Neurointerventional Surgeon at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, is a Clinical Associate Professor at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, USA, and Khalifa University College of Medicine, UAE. Trained in Neurology and Vascular Neurology at Cleveland Clinic Ohio, he holds American board certifications. With vast expertise in cerebrovascular diseases, he's a prolific researcher, contributing to international trials and authoring over 75 publications. Dr. John is engaged in MENASO and MENA-SINO, chairs UAE Vascular Neurology for Mission Thrombectomy 2020+, reviews for multiple journals, and serves on the Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery editorial board.

Dr. Sepideh Amin-Hanjani

Director, Cerebrovascular and Skull Base Surgery
Vice-Chair, Department of Neurological Surgery
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
Professor, Department of Neurological Surgery
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Cleveland, Oh, United States

Dr. Sepideh Amin-Hanjani

Dr. Amin-Hanjani, Harvard Medical School graduate, completed Neurosurgery residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. A Cerebrovascular/Skull Base fellowship followed at Barrow Neurological Institute. She's Director of Cerebrovascular/Skull Base Surgery and Vice-Chair of Neurological Surgery at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center. A tenured Professor at Case Western Reserve University, her focus is cerebrovascular disease treatment. With strong commitment to AHA/ASA, she chaired Stroke Council from July 2023, after serving on Stroke Council committees and writing groups extensively.

Dr. Sherif Tantawy

Consultant Physiatrist
Medical Director of Stroke Rehabilitation Program
Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Sherif Tantawy

Dr. Sherif Tantawy, MD, an Egyptian PM&R specialist, excels in adult & pediatric rehabilitation. He served at King Fahad Medical City and King Faisal Medical Complex, Taif, contributing to inpatient care, OPD management, and on-call duties. His research on rheumatology and stroke rehabilitation is published. With vast experience from Al-Azhar University and Ain Shams University, Dr. Tantawy's career spans varied roles, including Registrar at Kuwait's Medical Rehabilitation Center. His expertise is endorsed by medical credentialing committees.

Dr. Shireen Qureshi

Consultant Neurologist/Clinical Neurophysiologist Stroke PCA Co-lead
Fellow - American Academy of Neurology
Adjunct Part-time Assistant Professor of Neurology Johns Hopkins Medical
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Shireen Qureshi

Shireen Abdulmajeed Qureshi is a renowned Saudi neurologist and clinical neurophysiologist. Former Chief of Neurology at Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare, she's an Adjunct Part-time Assistant Professor at Johns Hopkins Medical. A Fellow of American Academy of Neurology and Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, her extensive roles include executive positions in Saudi Neurology Society, Saudi Stroke Association, and Saudi Epilepsy Society. She's been acknowledged for her contributions, including a Top Doctors nomination at JHAH. Shireen has affiliations with World Stroke Organization and numerous scientific boards, exhibiting her significant influence in the field.

Prof. Dr. Sheila Martins

Professor Faculty of Medicine Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul
Coordinator of the Stroke Program Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre
Head of the Neurology Service at Hospital Moinhos de Vento
President Brazilian Stroke Network
President World Stroke Organization

Prof. Dr. Sheila Martins

Sheila is graduated in Medicine has Residence in Neurology, PhD in Stroke Neurology and specialization in organization of public health networks by the Ministry of Health (MOH) of Brazil. She is the founder and President of the Brazilian Stroke Network. As advisor of the Brazilian MOH, started the organization of the National Stroke Policy published in 2012. Large experience in clinical trials applied to public health changing public policies and also as health manager working together with different levels of governments, helping the implementation of stroke care in several countries. Since October 2022 she is the World Stroke Organization President

Dr. Souda Moawia ElSiddig ElSheikh

Consultant Neurology/Vascular Neurology
Program Director of Stroke Fellowship
Prince Sultan Military Medical City
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Souda Moawia ElSiddig ElSheikh

Dr. Souda Elsheikh is a neurology and vascular neurology consultant at PSMMC Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, since 2018. She's the stroke fellowship program director and an assistant professor at the University of Khartoum. MRCP UK member, Saudi board-certified in neurology, she completed vascular neurology fellowship in 2018.

Prof. Selma Kesraoui

Neurologist
Strokologist
Head of Neurology Department
Blida Hospital University, Algeria

Prof. Selma Kesraoui

Prof. Selma Kesraoui is a neurology professor at Saad Dahlab University, Algeria. She graduated from Algiers University, trained in neurology at Mustapha Bacha Hospital, and established a stroke unit at Blida Hospital University. She trained in cerebrovascular disease and endovascular treatment in France, co-founding Algeria's first stroke center. Her interests include stroke, neuroepidemiology, and reperfusion therapy. She's a European Journal of Neurology board member and national coordinator for the SITS registry.

Dr. Sultan Alqahtani

Dr. Sultan Alqahtani

Dr. Sultan Mohammed Al-Mozher Al-Qahtani, MD., FRCPC., CAQ., MHA., is a highly accomplished specialist in the field of Interventional and Diagnostic Neuroradiology. Born on October 5, 1967, in Abeidah, Qahtan, Saudi Arabia, Dr. Al-Qahtani currently holds the position of Chairman and Subspecialty Consultant in the Department of Interventional & Diagnostic Neuroradiology at King Fahad Medical City in Riyadh. With a career spanning over two decades, Dr. Al-Qahtani has made significant contributions to the field of radiology. He completed his medical education at King Saud University's Faculty of Medicine in Abha, KSA, and later pursued advanced training in Radiology at McGill University in Montreal, Canada. He holds certifications from the Canadian Board of Radiology and has achieved subspecialty recognition in Neuroradiology and Interventional Neuroradiology.

Throughout his career, Dr. Al-Qahtani has been a dedicated educator, teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. He has actively participated in public awareness lectures on stroke and intracranial vascular anomalies. Furthermore, he played a pivotal role in establishing neurointerventional services nationally and internationally, treating complex neurointerventional cases, and establishing fellowship programs in both Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology in Saudi Arabia.

Dr. Al-Qahtani's research contributions are noteworthy, with several publications in esteemed medical journals. His expertise in neurointerventional procedures, including the treatment of cerebral aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, and more, has had a profound impact on the field. He remains a dedicated member of various medical societies and continues to advance the practice of interventional neuroradiology.

Mr. Sultan Al Assadi

Senior A physical therapist

Mr. Sultan Al Assadi

Sultan Alssadi is a highly experienced Senior Physical Therapist with a Master's Degree in Physical Therapy. He has over 5 years of experience specializing in neuro-rehabilitation, particularly in neurological disorders, stroke, traumatic brain injury, and spinal cord injury rehabilitation. Sultan is fluent in English and Arabic and holds various certifications, including Vestibular Rehabilitation, LSVT, OMTA Orthopedic Manual Therapy, and more. His dedication to ongoing learning and expertise in the field make him a valuable asset in the field of physical therapy and neuro-rehabilitation.

Dr. Syed Irteza Hussain

Chair Of Neurology
Consultant Vascular and Interventional Neurology
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi
UAE

Dr. Syed Irteza Hussain

Dr. Syed Irteza Hussain, MD, is the Department Chair of Neurology in the Neurological Institute at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. He is American Board certified in Neurology, Vascular neurology, Neurocritical Care and Neuroendovascular surgery.Upon completion of his postgraduate training, he joined Michigan State University in 2009, where he helped establish a 24/7 neurointerventional surgery service and fellowship training program .He Joined Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi in 2016 and has been department chair since 2018. He has received multiple awards for his clinical work and service in the Comprehensive stroke program at CCAD and continues to be active clinically in the medical and endovascular management of patients with cerebrovascular diseases.

Prof. Thabele (Bay) Leslie-Mazwi

Professor and Chair
Department of Neurology
University of Washington
United States

Prof. Thabele (Bay) Leslie-Mazwi

Prof. Thabele Bay Leslie-Mazwi is Chair of Neurology at the University of Washington. Trained in Neurologic Critical Care and Interventional Neurology, he directs the UW Medicine Neuroscience Institute, overseeing Neurological Surgery and Neurology. He's engaged in national committees, editorial roles for cerebrovascular journals, and significant societal roles. With a focus on large cerebrovascular trials, he's committed to enhancing care delivery.

Dr. Tiago Moreira

Research Executive at SITS International Associate Professor
Head of Section, Department of Neurology at the
Karolinska University Hospital

Dr. Tiago Moreira

MD at the University of Lisbon, Portugal (1999) and PhD in Neuroscience at the Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden (2006).
Post-doc in brain metabolism and Cervical and transcranial ultrasound specialist at the University of Lausanne, Switzerland (2006-2009).
Currently Senior Consultant Neurologist, Head of Section at the Department of Neurology, Karolinska University Hospital.
Associate Professor of Neurology from 2020 at the Karolinska Institutet.
Research Executive at the international stroke registry SITS International (since 2009).
Author and co-author in several international peer-reviewed publications, participation in large clinical trials.

Dr. Turki Abualait

Chair of Physical Therapy Department
Assistant Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience and Neurorehabilitation
College of Applied Medical Sciences
Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Turki Abualait

Turki Abualait is Chair of the Physical Therapy Department at Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia. A cognitive neuroscience and neurorehabilitation consultant and clinical researcher, he focuses on motor recovery after neurological disorders. His work includes brain imaging and non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) to explore therapeutic applications for functional recovery in patients with neurological disorders or cortical lesions.

Mr. Osama Abdelqader

Stroke and Wound Care Rehabilitation Manager
Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Mr. Osama Abdelqader

Osama Abdelqader, an Occupational Therapist, graduated in 2004 from Hashemite University, Jordan. He began his career at Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City in 2006 and is now the Rehab Manager in the stroke program. His expertise lies in vision assessment and intervention for neurological cases since 2014. He has conducted training in visual rehabilitation at key conferences and offers an approved annual course through the Saudi Commission. Leading the visual rehabilitation project, he focuses on Occupational Therapy evaluations for post-brain injury patients, aiming to establish comprehensive guidelines for their care.

Mrs. Nabat Majrashi

Head of Rehabilitation Chapter at SSS
Physical Therapy Specialist
Director of Healthcare Partnerships - Alkholi Group
Consultant on Government and Public institutions
Saudi Arabia

Mrs. Nabat Majrashi

Nabat Ahmad Majrashi, a healthcare leader with 17 years of experience, drives impactful change through project management, KPI analysis, and lean six sigma skills. She blends business acumen with patient care, population health, and design thinking insights, crafting innovative solutions. Nabat's motivation lies in positive outcomes and system enhancement. With dedication and determination, she leverages her expertise to bring transformative change to healthcare.

Ms. Nourah Al Rafdan

Senior Speech-Language Pathologist
Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Ms. Nourah Al Rafdan

Dr. Nourah Al Rafdan, a seasoned Senior Speech-Language Pathologist, boasts a decade-long tenure at Sultan bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City. As the Communication Team's leader, she spearheads team development, competencies, and research efforts. Her contributions extend to crafting clinical pathways, policies, and materials. Dr. Al Rafdan adeptly imparts her knowledge, training staff, interns, and students. Certified in Lee Silverman Voice Training (LSVT) and Prompting for Restructuring Oral Muscular Phonetic Targets (PROMPT), she embodies expertise and innovation in the field.

Prof. Ali Al Khathaami

Stroke & Neurology Consultant, KAMC-Riyadh
Professor of Neurology, KSAU-HS
Executive Director, Quality & Patient Safety,
MNGHA, KSA

Prof. Ali Al Khathaami

Prof. Ali Al Khathaami, MBBS, MPH, FRCPC, is Executive Director of Quality & Patient Safety and a Neurologist at King Abdulaziz Medical City, Riyadh. He's a Professor of Neurology at King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences. Dr. Al Khathaami was President of the Saudi Stroke Association in 2013. He obtained his MBBS from King Saud University, trained in Internal Medicine, Neurology at Calgary, and earned an MPH. He established a Comprehensive Stroke Program at Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, acclaimed by JCI, delivering advanced stroke patient care since 2008.

Prof. Ashfaq Shuaib

Professor of Medicine and Neurology
Director of the Stroke Program
University of Alberta, Canada

Prof. Ashfaq Shuaib

Prof. Bijoy Menon is a neurologist and a Professor in the Departments of Neurosciences, Radiology and Community Health Sciences at the University of Calgary. He leads an internationally recognized research program that is pushing the boundaries of modern stroke care by using advanced image processing techniques, clinical trial methodologies and Artificial Intelligence based algorithms to develop cutting edge imaging tools and better treatment for people suffering from acute stroke.

Prof. Bijoy K. Menon

Professor of Neurology & Radiology and Community Health Sciences.
University of Calgary Research Excellence Chair.
Cumming School of Medicine.
University of Calgary, Canada

Prof. Bijoy K. Menon

Prof. Dr. Ahmed Elbasiouny

Director of Intervention Neurology unit Ain Shams University
Chairman - Scientific Council of Neurology Specialty (The high committee of medical specialities-Egypt)
Assistant Secretary General of Egyptian Society of Neurology
Head of Intervention Neurology Sector

Prof. Dr. Ahmed Elbasiouny

Prof. Ahmed El-Bassiouni, Professor of Neurosurgery and Brain Catheterization at Ain Shams Medicine, Specialist of Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery at Nasser, Maadi Military and International Peace Institute Hospitals, surgery and treatment of lumbar and cervical disc herniation, headache and fifth nerve pain, treatment of brain tumors and Brain hemorrhages and head injuries, strokes and multiple sclerosis, minimally invasive herniated disc excision, hydrocephalus and congenital neurological malformations, treatment of peripheral nerve suffocation

Prof. Dr. Bruce Campbell

Professor of Neurology
Head of Neurology and Stroke,
Royal Melbourne Hospital,
University of Melbourne, Australia

Prof. Dr. Suhail Abdulla Alrukn

President of MENA Stroke Organization Consultant Neurology
Head of Stroke Program, Rashid Hospital
Adj. Professor of Neurology, Dubai Medical Collage Dubai, UAE

Prof. Dr. Suhail Abdulla Alrukn

Dr. Alrukn earned his medical degree from UAE University, pursued neurology training at McGill University, and gained certification from the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons (Canada). He completed a Stroke fellowship at Montreal General Hospital and now leads the Stroke Center at Rashid Hospital, Dubai. His focus includes acute stroke care, establishing stroke units, and rehabilitation. He established UAE's first certified stroke unit, presents internationally on stroke, and leads MENA Stroke Organization. He presided over the World Congress of Neurology in 2019 and leads Emirates Neurology Society. Dr. Alrukn founded Dubai's Neurology Residency Program in 2013 and chairs the Dubai Scientific & Research Ethical Committee. He's also interested in Headache management & Movement disorders, running a movement disorder clinic and serving on various scientific association boards.

Dr. Victor C Urrutia

Professor of Clinical Neurology
Director, The Johns Hopkins Hospital Comprehensive Stroke Center
Director, Sheikh Khalifa Stroke Institute JHMI Medical Director
Director, Global Center for Organized Stroke Care

Dr. Victor C Urrutia

Dr. Victor Urrutia, a Clinical Neurology Professor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, is renowned for his leadership in stroke care. He directs The Johns Hopkins Hospital's Comprehensive Stroke Center and the Sheikh Khalifa Stroke Institute. He's the founder of The Global Center for Organized Stroke Care and chaired Maryland's Stroke Quality Improvement Committee. Dr. Urrutia played a pivotal role in developing Maryland's acute stroke emergency systems. He's consulted on stroke center organization in various countries, introduced a tele-stroke program in Bermuda, and facilitated the accreditation of stroke centers in the USA. Additionally, he's active in clinical trials and serves on stroke-related committees globally.

Dr. Waleed khojah

Consultant Neurologist

Dr. Waleed khojah

Dr. Waleed Khoja, MD, is a highly accomplished neurologist with a wealth of experience in the field. He holds an FRCP from Edinburgh and completed his neurology fellowship at King Saud University. Dr. Khoja has been recognized for his contributions with prestigious awards, including the King Fahd Medal of Excellence in Medicine and the title of World Stroke Organization Fellow. Currently serving as a Consultant Neurologist and holding key roles at Prince Sultan Military Medical City, he is dedicated to advancing neurology and stroke care. Dr. Khoja is also an active member of various neurological societies and has authored numerous publications in the field.