Dr. Abid Ali Shah graduated from Khyber Medical College, Peshawar, Pakistan in 1983. He moved to the United Arab Emirates in 1986 and served with distinction at a Red Crescent-affiliated hospital for 30 years. In 1992-1993, he successfully established a Red Crescent affiliated Healthcare center in Accra, Ghana, that delivered comprehensive medical care, health education, and critical support services to the local community. In 2006, Dr. Shah completed a specialization in Occupational medicine from the University of Kent, UK. He has extensive experience in hospital management and is one of the key pioneers in establishing the medical health tourism sector in Dubai under the Dubai Health Authority's framework. In 2016, Dr. Shah relocated to Muscat, Sultanate of Oman, where he founded a medical health tourism organization. He is currently advancing efforts to establish a Red Crescent affiliated hospital in the country. Throughout his career, Dr. Shah has maintained a close association with IMI and its humanitarian initiatives. He played an instrumental role in establishing the IMI Oman chapter and currently serves as the chapter head.

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Hujjatul islam wal Muslimeen Allamah Sheikh Hassan al-Saffar (????? ??? ??????, born 1958) is a Shi'a scholar and Friday prayer leader from Qatif, Saudi Arabia. He is considered one of the most important Shi'a leaders in Saudi Arabia. On 23 October 2009, The Royal Islamic Strategic Studies Centre made mention of Shaykh Saffar as being ‘one of the 500 most influential Muslims in the world’. Beside his primary education in Saudi Arabia, he has studied and taught in several theological seminaries in different countries including Iraq, Iran and Kuwait. He established and led a social movement aimed at promoting religious values, achieving the concept of citizenship and equality between citizens, overcoming sectarian discrimination, and cultural and sectarian exclusion by adopting the methodology of political, media and cultural work.++++ He plays a leading role in the movement of communication and openness between different sects and trends in the national and Islamic arena. He has spearheaded initiatives to open channels of dialogue between Salafis and Shi’a in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The author is also a popular orator in the region who started his public speaking from an early age, as young as 12. Some of his lectures are broadcast on various radio and satellite channels from Kuwait, Iraq, Iran and Lebanon. Most of his speeches revolve around building character, developing society, spreading a culture of unity and tolerance and protecting human rights. He has published more than 147 books in various fields of religious and cultural knowledge, some of which have been translated into other languages. A number of scientific and cultural magazines have published his research work and articles, including: (Al-Kalima), (Al-Waha), (Insights), (Al-Hajj and Umrah), (Al-Minhaj), (Risala Al-Taqreeb), (Contemporary Awareness), Al-Hiwar, and (Ijtihad and Renewal, and other magazines. Some daily newspapers also published his regular weekly articles including Al-Youm (Saudi), Al-Watan (Kuwait), Al-Dar (Kuwait), Al-Ayyam (Bahrain), Al-Watan (Qatar). In a demonstration of appreciation for his competence and in acknowledgment of his religious and social role, senior religious authorities have appointed him as their representative in religious affairs in the region.

Dr. Arshed A. Quyyumi, Former Global President of Medics International, has been involved in clinical translational research in cardiovascular diseases for over 25 years. Dr. Quyyumi received his undergraduate degree in Pharmacology and medical degree from the University of London, England. He completed his residency at Guy's and Royal Free Hospitals in London, and cardiology fellowships at National Heart Hospital, London; Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston; and the National Institutes of Health. After completion of his residency and fellowship, he served in several capacities in the Cardiology Branch of National Heart Lung and Blood Institute, NIH in Bethesda, MD, including Senior Investigator and Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. In 2001 he was appointed Professor of Medicine in the Division of Cardiology at Emory University School of Medicine, and in 2010 he was named Co-Director of the Emory Clinical Cardiovascular Research Institute (ECCRI). Since 2005, Dr. Quyyumi has been awarded more than $9 million in research funding. He serves on the Editorial Boards of several national journals, is a member on several Scientific Advisory Boards, and is a reviewer for the NIH-NHLBI Study Sections. Dr. Quyyumi has authored more than 250 peer-reviewed publications and has been an invited speaker and session chair at numerous National and International scientific meetings and conferences. Dr. Quyyumi's research focus includes vascular biology, angiogenesis, progenitor and stem cell biology, mechanisms of myocardial ischemia, and the role of genetic and environmental risks on vascular disease. Other interests have spanned the fields of personalized medicine and disparities in cardiovascular diseases. During his academic career, Dr. Quyyumi has carried out more than 50 NIH, industry-funded, or investigator-initiated projects, including numerous clinical trials. In addition to his phenomenal contribution to the profession of Cardiology in particular medicine in general, Dr. Quyyumi has vast contribution to the society in general and Medics International in particular serving at the Global Board of Regents. Dr. Quyyumi lives with his family in Atlanta, Georgia.

After his graduate from medical school in 1989, Dr. AlMustafa has done his postgraduate training in clinical pathology, family medicine, chronic care and hypertension in multiple institutions in KSA, UK, USA and European Union. Currently, he is a senior consultant in Family Medicine and Clinical Hypertension in Qatif Primary Health Care, KSA. He has taking multiple leading responsibilities in multiple institutions. Currently, he is the General Secretary of the Saudi Hypertension Management Society, and the Middle East Regional Director of the World Hypertension League. Dr. AlMustafa has developed and adapted multiple clinical and professional guidelines, and being engaged in mltiple national and international scientific committees. He has carried out hundreds of training, quality improvement and research works in the management of hypertension and cardiometabolic risk. He is having multiple published articles and books in the field of primary care and preventive cardiology, in particular.

Dr. Taha Al Lawati is a Senior consultant in Oncology, after finding his basic traning in Rome, he did his residency in general surgery under the umbrella of Oman medical specialty board. He obtained his fellowship from Royal college of surgeons of Glasgow, fellowship in surgical Oncology AFSA from France. PhD. in Oncoplastic surgery from Rome.

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Dr. Fozia Qamar is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at UMass Chan Medical School and a board-certified infectious disease specialist. She serves as the Medical Director of the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program at Milford Regional Medical Center, where she leads initiatives to optimize antibiotic use and improve infection-related outcomes. Her work has focused on infectious disease management in both primary care and hospital settings, with a strong emphasis on quality improvement and community education. She is trained in Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases and has over 15 years of clinical experience spanning primary care, infectious disease consult services, and academic teaching. She has been a key contributor to quality improvement efforts, particularly in reducing unnecessary antibiotic use in outpatient settings. Dr. Qamar is also deeply engaged in global health. She co-authored HIV Testing, Care, and Treatment: A Guide for Health Care Providers in Pakistan, a landmark resource aimed at strengthening HIV response strategies in low-resource settings. Her work bridges clinical practice, public health, and medical education, with a focus on anti-microbial stewardship and HIV. She is also a committed educator, mentoring medical students and residents, and developed curriculum focused on vulnerable patient populations. She is a frequent speaker at regional and national conferences and remains actively involved in community education and professional development.

Hamad Shirazi is currently serving the community as a holistic doctor. He received his Doctor of Chiropractic in 2025 from Life University. He earned a M.S.Ed. in Exercise Physiology from the University of Miami in 2017 and a B.S.Ed. in Exercise & Sport Science from the University of Georgia in 2012. Hamad has over a decade of experience serving as a Personal Trainer and Holistic Health Coach. He has a passion for providing care for, as well as educating and empowering with an integrative approach to wellness.

Dr. Huma Naqvi, Medics International Global President, is Assistant Professor, Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Director Geriatric Rehabilitation, Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Naqvi completed her MBBS at Jinnah Post Graduate Medical Centre—Jinnah Sindh Medical University in Karachi, Pakistan, her internal medicine internship at St. Vincent Medical Center and her physical medicine and rehabilitation residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Naqvi’s particular areas of clinical expertise include geriatric rehabilitation, elderly musculoskeletal issues, wound care and alternative and complementary medicine—especially acupuncture for pain management. Dr. Naqvi’s research focus is on global health initiatives in Iraq. Dr. Naqvi started a certification course for Iraqi physicians and therapists on rehabilitation techniques and interventions and spearheads our Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Project in Iraq, in addition to overseeing all activities in her role as Global President.

Dr. Kadhim Jaffer Sulaiman Al Lawati, FRCPI, FRCP (Glasgow), FESC is Senior Visiting Consultant Cardiologist. He has more than 120 research papers published in international peer reviewed journals, many presented in regional and international conferences, mainly on heart failure, acute coronary syndrome, hypertension and dyslipidemia. He was awarded the Arab Doctor Award in 2021 for his contributions to the field of cardiology at the local, regional and international levels. Key Expertise - Acute coronary syndrome (STEMI, NSTEMI and Unstable Angina) - Chronic coronary artery disease - Acute and Chronic heart failure - Hypertension - Dyslipidemia - Structural heart disease

Dr. Mazin Jawad Al Khabouri is a distinguished ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) surgeon specializing in cochlear implants. With a passion for restoring the gift of sound, Dr. Mazin Jawad Al Khabouri is renowned for his expertise in addressing complex auditory conditions with precision and compassion. Throughout his career, Dr. Mazin Jawad Al Khabouri has been at the forefront of innovation, embracing the latest advancements in ENT and cochlear implant technology. His commitment to excellence is matched only by his unwavering compassion for his patients, guiding them through every step of their treatment journey with empathy and understanding. Whether it's restoring hearing in infants born with congenital deafness or providing hope to adults experiencing progressive hearing loss, Dr. Mazin Jawad Al Khabouri is dedicated to helping his patients reclaim the joy of sound. Dr. Mazin Jawad Al Khabouri has served as the Director General of Directorate General of Private Health Establishments, Ministry of Health, Oman. Under his leadership private healthcare has witnessed exceptional transformation. He was spearheading the efforts of private healthcare during the fight against COVID-19 pandemic. He is also: Founder Member of Oman ENT Society Editorial Board Member for Journal of Oman Medical Association Founder Member of GCC ENT Society Founder Member of World Hearing Forum Member British Association of Pediatric Otolaryngologist (BAPO) Member Hearing International Dr. Mazin Jawad Al Khabouri has a rich experience of more than 4 decades. He has served as the head of department of ENT at Al Nahda Hospital, Muscat for almost 2 decades. He was advisor for Clinical Affairs to the Minister of Health. He has served as Director General of Directorate General Private Health Establishments for 6 years. Dr. Mazin Jawad Al Khabouri also served as Director General of Khoula Hospital, Muscat. He was the President of the Arab Board ENT Program. He has chaired the ENT Residency Training Program for 12 years. He is serving as Senior Clinical Lecturer College of Medicine at Sultan Qaboos University. He has served as World Health Organization consultant for Ear Care Program in developing countries.

He is a Professor of Internal Medicine at the University of Kufa College of Medicine and serves as the Scientific Director at Najaf Teaching Hospital. He plays a key role in advancing medical education in Iraq through his involvement in national and institutional accreditation bodies. He is a member of the National Council for Accreditation of Medical Colleges in Iraq, chairs the Program Accreditation Committee at the University of Kufa, and contributes to the university’s Research Committee for Institutional Accreditation. In addition, he leads the Internal Medicine Committee at the Department of Health, reflecting his commitment to both clinical excellence and academic leadership.

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Dr. Naqvi completed his undergraduate and medical training at Drexel University in Philadelphia through an accelerated 7-year BS/MD program. Upon graduation, Dr. Naqvi completed a 3-year residency in Emergency Medicine at Northwell Health. He then joined Montefiore Medical Center to complete a 2-year Critical Care Fellowship after which he stayed on as faculty. Dr. Naqvi currently works as a full-time intensivist splitting his time between neurological ICU, medical ICU, surgical ICU, cardiothoracic ICU as well as the critical care consult service between Moses, Weiler and Wakefield hospital. Dr. Naqvi currently serves as Associate Program Director of the Montefiore Critical Care Fellowship Program and Neurocritical Care Fellowship Program. He is Director of the Transition to Residency course, Assistant Director of the Integration Course and Director of the Point of Care Ultrasound Education at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He also serves as Director of International Relations at Imamia Medics International.

The Chancellor of IMI's al Sadiq International Virtual University (SIVU) and former Dean of the American University of Barbados, School of Medicine, Dr. Shabih Haider Zaidi completed his MBBS from Dow Medical College (DMC) in 1966. Following this he proceeded to UK for FRCS. He returned to Pakistan in 1972, and started teaching at his alma mater and rose to be the Professor and head of the department of ENT. He was also Principal of Sindh Medical College, Head of Medical Education, at DMC, Sindh Medical College and Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Center until 2001. Over the years, he was awarded Fellowships from of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), International College of Surgeons (FICS), and the College of Physicians and Surgeons, Pakistan (FCPS). Dr. Zaidi founded the Department of Medical Education at DMC. Dr. Zaidi has written several books and monographs, and published over a hundred scientific papers. He has also worked as an advisor and a consultant to the World Health Organization (WHO), and was a visiting Professor to the University Sains, Kelantan, Malaysia. Dr. Zaidi relocated to England in 2001 where he joined the University of Liverpool Teaching Hospital as an ENT Consultant. In 2004 he joined one of the University of Birmingham teaching NHS hospitals.

Dr Syed Yasser Haider, Member IMI Board of Regents, Past President of IMI Canada and 2023 recipient of IMI's Man of the Year Award, is a Senior Orthopedic Consultant Surgeon at Markham-Stouffville Hospital in Toronto, Canada. He did his MD from King Edward Medical University in Lahore, Pakistan. After completing his orthopedic residency training at Royal London and St Bart’s in London, UK, he completed his orthopedic fellowship with the Intercollegiate Board of Royal Colleges in UK before moving to Canada. He completed his Canadian Orthopaedic fellowship with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in 2004. He is a visiting professor at several international medical institutions including King Edward Medical University and St George’s University. As IMI Canada’s President, Dr. Haider did a phenomenal job of engaging with IMI’s local and global efforts--from COVID-19 response to helping with humanitarian aid in Afghanistan. In 2023, while juggling his rigorous professional workload, he spearheaded an incredible IMI Canada National Conference that excelled in every area.

Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon and owner of Khan Eyelid & Facial Aesthetics in Plano, TX, Dr. Tanya Khan specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive rejuvenation of the eyes and face. She has published and presented extensively on facial fillers, neurotoxins, dark circle treatments, and most recently was the clinical investigator on a novel lash lengthening beauty product. As a member of the SkinCeuticals Physicians Council for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and the RealSelf Doctor Advisory Board, Dr. Khan is a recognized industry expert, featured in Harper’s Bazaar, Allure magazine, and U.S. News & World Report. In her spare time, Dr. Khan enjoys being active at Orange Theory Fitness and spending time with her family and friends.

Dr Zafar Naqvi is a board-certified psychiatrist with subspecialty certifications in Addiction Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine. With over two decades of experience in academic psychiatry and clinical leadership, he currently leads outpatient services at CONFIDANTE Psychiatry Services and Massachusetts Psychiatry Services. Dr. Naqvi received his medical degree from Dow Medical College and completed his postgraduate training in psychiatry at Aga Khan Medical College in Pakistan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. He held prominent academic roles including faculty at Harvard Medical School for 10 plus years and Assistant Professor at UMass Medical School, where he also served as co-director and preceptor in addiction psychiatry education. His clinical expertise includes inpatient detox, outpatient psychiatry, and integrated consult-liaison psychiatry across medical, surgical, and critical care settings. He has published on topics such as opioid dependence and chronic pain, contributed to national guidelines on benzodiazepine use, and established innovative treatment clinics including Sublocade and Vivitrol programs. Dr Naqvi is an International Associate of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (UK) and a founding member of the Institute of Coaching at Harvard Medical School. A frequent presenter at academic forums, Dr. Naqvi has delivered grand rounds and keynote lectures on addiction and mental health and is dedicated to demystifying psychiatry through community outreach and public education - His presentations also includes Psychoanalytic review of Urdu poetry specially Urdu Ghazals from famous poets