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Chief Growth Officer - ADHDS, Managing Partner - Cortex&

Mohannad Itayem

Mohannad is a highly experienced professional with a strong background in digital health, entrepreneurship, and business growth. With 3 decades of distinguished experience, Mohannad has held pivotal roles in leading multinational corporations such as IBM, PwC, Logica, and CGI, where he consistently delivered impactful results. His leadership in the healthcare and government sectors is particularly noteworthy, where he has driven innovation, strategic growth, and operational excellence.

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Director – Health Excellence

Zahir Al Farra​

Zaher is a seasoned business leader with over 26 years of experience driving growth and market expansion for multinational IT companies across the Middle East and Africa. At ADHDS, he leads strategic initiatives to develop innovative product roadmaps and support market entry efforts. With a background in Industrial Engineering, Zaher applies his expertise in business development and strategic planning to help drive operational efficiency and expand ADHDS’s presence in the healthcare market. His experience in scaling businesses across diverse markets enables him to navigate complex environments and support the organization’s growth objectives.

Education and certification:​

  • B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering - University of Jordan
  • Certified CMMI®️ Lead Appraiser - Carnegie Mellon University
  • Total Quality Management & ISO 9001 Internal Audit

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    Sr. Managing Consultant Healthcare Excellence

    Wael Abu Sa’da​

    Wael is a digital consultant with over 24 years of experience driving innovation across industries. Specializing in e-transformation, solution architecture, and strategic consulting, he has led large-scale initiatives that optimize programs like healthcare excellence and digital ecosystems. Wael collaborates with key stakeholders to design, scope, and implement cutting-edge solutions, ensuring alignment with industry best practices, regulatory frameworks, and emerging technologies. Committed to redefining the future of healthcare excellence through technology, Wael leverages his strategic vision and technical acumen to solve complex challenges. 

    Education and certification:​

  • B.Sc. in Science (Math Section)
  • Master of Business Administration, Alliance Manchester Business School

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    Managing Consultant – Digital Health​

    Dr Malik Weld-Ali

    Dr. Malik Weld-Ali is a Medical Doctor (MD), Certified Clinical Researcher (SoCRA), Certified Business Analyst (CBAP), and Certified Healthcare Quality (CHCQ) expert with over eight years of comprehensive experience in healthcare quality, clinical informatics, artificial intelligence, and product management. As a Managing Consultant in Digital Health, Dr. Malik specializes in developing digital health strategies, assessing EMR systems, optimizing health data utilization, and implementing AI-driven healthcare solutions. His expertise spans predictive analytics, machine learning, and clinical decision support, ensuring that digital innovations drive better patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

    Education and certification:​

  • Medical Doctor (MBBS) - Dubai Medical College​
  • Certified Professional in Health Quality​
  • Certified Clinical Researcher​
  • Certified Business Analyst​
  • Certified Project Manager​

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    Consulting Manager ​

    Dr Laurette L Bukasa

    Laurette is a highly experienced epidemiologist and clinical researcher with over 10 years of experience in academic and healthcare sectors both in the UK and UAE. With a passion for data, she has led innovative solutions for data management, data utilization and data transformation for both national level datasets (NHS UK, NHS Digital), and large healthcare provider datasets (PureHealth UAE). She is driven by a desire to improve patient outcomes leveraging her strengths lie in data analysis, critical thinking and project management.

    Education and certification:​

  • BSc (Hons) Chemistry, University of Manchester, England
  • MSc Epidemiology, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, University of London, London, England
  • PhD Epidemiology, University College London, London, England

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    Principal Consultant – Digital Health​

    Dr Zainab Abd Elhamid

    Dr. Zainab is a highly accomplished and innovative healthcare leader with a diverse background in medicine, engineering, technology, and business. She is a strategic thinker with a passion for improving healthcare systems and enhancing patient outcomes. Dr. Zainab has a proven track record of success in leading the development and implementation of innovative healthcare solutions. She has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the healthcare industry and is committed to finding solutions that address these issues.

    Education and certification:​

  • Medical Doctor (MBBS) – DMC - Dubai​
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering - Al Ghurair University - Dubai​
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning - Amity University

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    MPH, Principal Consultant – Public Health​

    Dr Regina Malykh

    Dr. Regina Malykh is a Principal Consultant on Public Health at Abu Dhabi Health Data Services, bringing extensive experience in leading public health initiatives and engaging diverse stakeholders. With a strong background in research, policy, and program implementation, she has worked across Europe, Central Asia, and the U.S. on translating research into actionable policy recommendations. Focusing on the prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases, she previously worked with WHO/Europe, contributing to initiatives on nutrition, obesity, and primary care, including efforts to advance digital food systems. Dr. Regina holds an MD in Internal Medicine from Siberian State Medical University and an MPH from Harvard University. A strategic thinker committed to collaboration and capacity building, she is passionate about advancing health equity, leveraging digital health solutions, and improving population health..

    Education and certification:​

  • Master of Public Health in Social and Behavioral Sciences (STEM), Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA, U.S.​
  • Medical Degree in Internal Medicine, Siberian State Medical University, Tomsk, Russia ​
  • Social & Behavioral Research Investigators, CITI Program, Fort Lauderdale, FL, U.S.

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    Principal Consultant​

    Oliver Emre Aygun

    Oliver specializes in digital health infrastructure, data strategy, and health IT across public and private sectors in North America, the UK, and the UAE. He has led large-scale digital transformation initiatives, focusing on implementation, adoption, and change management in complex healthcare environments. With expertise in operations, data analytics, M&A and revenue cycle management, he has worked on leveraging health data for operational efficiency, improving access, and strategic decision-making. He has 10 years of hands-on experience in clinics, hospital operations, and patient flow systems, driving improvements in capacity management, access to care, and digital health adoption.

    Education and certification:​

  • Executive Master of Health Informatics (EMHI) at Institute of Health policy, Management and Evaluation, University of Toronto, Canada
  • Integrated Business Studies on Health Sector Strategy and Organization, Healthcare and Life Sciences Consulting, Systems Analysis and process Innovation in Healthcare, at Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto, Canada
  • M.Sc Rehabilitation Science, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, McGill University, Canada
  • B.Sc Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
  • Member of Collage of Canadian Health Care Leaders (CCHL, CHE)

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    MPH, Principal Consultant

    Dr Alina Khairullina

    Dr. Alina is a Project Manager and Obstetrician/Gynaecologist experienced in digital health innovation, strategic healthcare management, and patient-centered care. At PwC Middle East, she has led national health initiatives involving AI-driven solutions, genomics, and advanced data analytics. Passionate about women's and mental health, Dr. Alina actively promotes public health education, impacting over 1,000 individuals through screenings and seminars. She is committed to leveraging technology and empathy to improve healthcare outcomes and patient experience.

    Education and certification:​

  • Master of Public Health, City University of London, UK
  • Medical Residency, Obstetrics/Gynaecoogy, Russian Medical Academy of Continuous Education, Russia ​
  • Diploma, General Medicine, Kazan State Medical University, Russia
  • Certificate, International Womens Health and Human Rights, Stanford University, USA
  • Certificate, Introduction to Curriculum Development Concepts, The Jons Hopkins University School of Medicine, USA

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    Senior Consultant​

    Dwenda Dexiana

    Dwenda has over 6 years of experience in the healthcare sector and 4 years in consulting. With an academic background in biomedical engineering and public health leadership and management, she has worked across various healthcare industries, including hospitals, medical device technology, clinical lab research, and health tech startups as well as dealt with national health projects for numerous government bodies and business growth opportunities for the private sector in the Middle East and SEA.

    Education and certification:​

  • Master of Public Health (Management & Leadership), University of Sheffield, UK
  • Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering, Swiss German University, Indonesia
  • Bachelor of Engineering, Fachhochschule Südwestfalen, Germany
  • Certification in Industrial Electronics, Werner von Siemens, Indonesia & Germany

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    Consultant​

    Baian Killawi

    Baian is a Health Informatician and Medical Lab Technologist with over 6 years of experience across clinical practice, academia, and health tech startups. Her expertise in data science, database management, medical laboratory analysis, and digital health has been instrumental in developing cutting-edge healthcare technologies. She has led transformative healthcare initiatives and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement innovative digital solutions in the UAE's private and government sectors that have enhanced healthcare delivery and improved system efficiency.

    Education and certification:​

  • Master of Advanced Study in Health informatics, Arizona State University
  • Data Analysis Certification
  • Business innovation certification, Stanford Online
  • Bachelors of Science in Medical Laboratory Analysis, KIC, Abu Dhabi

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    Principal Experience Consultant​

    Youssef Gzara

    Youssef Gzara is an accomplished Senior Graphic Designer with over 12 years of distinguished experience transforming creative visions into compelling visual narratives. His professional journey spans prestigious agencies and high-profile clients across the Middle East, where he has consistently delivered exceptional design solutions that elevate brands and captivate audiences.

    With an impressive portfolio featuring collaborations with heads of state and global industry leaders, Youssef has had the privilege of designing high-profile designs and reports. His transformative work for ADNOC, ADNEC, ENEC, UAE Space Agency, Daman insurance and SIPCHEM has redefined corporate visual communication in the region, while his creative contributions to international events such as COP28 and Gamers8 showcase his ability to create compelling visual narratives on the global stage.

    Youssef distinguished himself through his strategic approach to client relationships and design challenges. His comprehensive management of client lifecycles—from conceptualization through execution to final delivery—has consistently resulted in exceptional outcomes that exceed expectations and strengthen brand positioning.

    Youssef navigates multicultural environments with natural ease, bringing unique cultural insights to his design approach. His recent high-profile collaborations with industry-leading agencies MullenLowe, MCH Global, and Factor31 highlight his versatility and ability to excel, creating cohesive, impactful visual systems that seamlessly integrate across diverse platforms to drive engagement, enhance brand value, and deliver measurable results.

    Education and certification:​

  • Computer Science and Software Engineering diploma, École supérieure privée d'ingénierie et de technologie, Ariana, Tunisia
  • Communication Technologies and IT Sciences degree, Institut Supérieur d'Informatique (ISI), Ariana, Tunisia
  • Adobe After Effects Certifications, Level 1, 2 and 3. Dubai, UAE
  • Photography and Studio lighting training, Dubai, UAE

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    Principal Business Consultant

    Muhammed Roshan

    Roshan is a seasoned professional with expertise in business strategy, analytics, financial analysis and modelling, as well as M&A strategy—covering both pre- and post-acquisition phases. He holds an MBA and an engineering degree and brings over six years of diverse experience spanning management consulting and design engineering across South Asia. At Alvarez & Marsal (A&M), he has consistently delivered impactful outcomes across sectors including healthcare, consumer goods, metals and mining. He is driven by a strong commitment to enhancing patient outcomes, leveraging his strengths in analytics, strategic thinking, and business modeling.

    Education and certification:​
  • MBA, Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad
  • B.S (B.Tech), Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar

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