Ali Hamed Rashed
SHARJA,UAE
Summary
Accomplished professional with a strong command of English, both spoken and written. Demonstrates exceptional team leadership and motivation skills, with a proven ability to build rapport and foster team building. Committed to excellence in project planning and coordination, while maintaining calm under pressure and managing deadlines effectively. Adept at strategic planning, networking, and handling complaints with resolution-focused strategies. Provides reliable administrative support and consistently shows a willingness to learn.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
1990
1990
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Online Consultation and Psychotherapy
SELF EMPLOYED
Baghdad , Dubai .Sharja, IRAQ and UAE
01.2001 - Current
- Maintained regular contact with clients' families or carers to ensure support outside therapy hours.
- Followed clinical guidelines to conduct assessments and formulate conclusion based on findings.
- Conducted initial assessments on new referrals in order to develop effective treatment plans suitable for each client's unique needs.
- Planned and conducted diagnostic tests, interpreting results to formulate advice.
- Built trusting client rapport to create safe and welcoming clinical environment.
- Improved emotional wellbeing by providing person-centred counselling services.
- Developed theories, models and methods to interpret and describe human behaviours.
- Developed tailored coping strategies for managing stress and anxiety, improving mental resilience in clients.
- Managed diverse caseload with consistently positive outcomes and client satisfaction.
- Implemented therapeutic techniques to address personal issues.
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements surrounding mandatory reporting and client safety.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Conducted assessment interviews, identified key issues effectively.
- Worked closely with healthcare professionals for an integrated approach towards mental health treatment.
- Prepared notes for court cases in case of court subpoena.
- Established a safe and supportive environment for clients to express emotions.
- Consulted with other legal and treatment agencies in relation to patient records, rights and responsibilities.
- Educated patients about appropriate coping mechanisms to help through tough situations.
- Recommended possible treatments and solutions to manage problems.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Applied positive customer service approach to increase satisfaction levels.
- Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
Specialist Psychiatrist
SHEKH MANN BIN HASHER POLY CLINIC
Dubai, UAE
12.2019 - 02.2023
- Arranged filing systems for easy use and retrieval by personnel.
- Led training sessions for staff skill improvement regarding safety procedure and handling of high-risk patients attending clinic to prevent cross infection risks.
- Wrote professional Medical Reports, emails and memoranda for different types of clients to local authorities or according to their personal needs.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing specialized support and advice through on going 24/7 communication via social networks at that time of curfew during Corona virus pandemic.
- Volunteer to serve contacts of corona virus patients at quarantine at early days of pandemic.
- Throughout corona pandemic nonstop adherence to work and serving patients and clients both on spot and through telecommunication
Behavioural Science and Clinical Psychology Lecturer
Dubai Medical College of Girls
Dubai, UAE
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Developed lesson plans to enhance understanding of complex psychological theories
- Improved students' academic results by delivering consistent feedback and constructive criticism
- Enhanced critical thinking using interactive teaching methods
- Supported students in choosing career paths aligned with their interests and skills
- Improved students' comprehension through interactive psychology lectures
- Applied safeguarding principles to enhance student health and wellbeing
- Encouraged concept exploration via stimulating assignments and dynamic class discussions
- Motivated students to enhance their reflective and critical thinking capabilities
- Developed initiatives to support continuous enhancement
Specialist Psychiatrist
HMRT Poly Clinic
Dubai, UAE
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Assessed 7-10 clients daily with diverse psychological issues
- Integrated psychometric evaluation systems for depression into existing infrastructure
- Delivered comprehensive medical and first aid training to office team
- Kept current with latest medical advancements via continuous education and monthly expert-led seminars
- Organised filing systems for easy access and retrieval by staff
- Established data security practices to ensure information safety
Specialist Psychiatrist
Dubai Medical Group
Dubai, UAE
01.2008 - 01.2017
- Organised filing systems for efficient access and retrieval by staff
- Upgraded infrastructure with new technology for medical prescription platform
- Authored detailed medical reports for Dubai court and prosecutor's office when required
- Featured in numerous talk shows on psychosocial topics, available on YouTube
Specialist Psychiatrist
Naser Medical Consultant Centre
DUBAI, UAE
12.2005 - 08.2008
- Facilitated team meetings, fostering collaborative environment
- Resolved technical issues quickly, boosting system performance
- Organized filing systems for efficient use by personnel
- Handled high-risk clients, always ensuring safety adherence
Specialist Psychiatrist and Lecturer
Al-Yarmouk Teaching Hospital
Baghdad, Iraq
01.2003 - 08.2005
- Organised academic seminars and workshops
- Led clinical sessions, improving hands-on training for trainees
- Enforced behaviour policies to enhance learning outcomes
- Tracked student attendance and performance, intervening in problems early
- Provided support to students for academic and personal challenges
- Enhanced medical student learning through interactive and engaging study resources
- Created illustrative tasks to engage students with key concepts
- Designed lessons to address weaknesses and build on strengths
- Generated performance indicator reports to boost efficiency
- Delivered specialised assistance to clients with disabilities
- Ensured high-quality customer service by attentively answering questions and resolving concerns
- Completed customer orders swiftly and accurately
- Encouraged continuous improvement with proactive solutions and team collaboration
- Swiftly mastered and utilised new skills, boosting daily task performance
- Increased efficiency by developing new competencies
- Implemented positive service techniques to boost customer satisfaction
- Implemented technology initiatives to encourage interactive learning in classrooms
- Incorporated multimedia tools in lectures to foster student engagement
- Collaborated with faculty members to ensure comprehensive topic coverage
- Implemented quizzes and tasks to gauge student learning
- Utilised diverse media to communicate learning concepts
- Evaluated student needs to identify skill levels and guide curriculum planning
- Evaluated student progress with detailed feedback and identified areas for improvement
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project completion
- Delivered comprehensive feedback on students' assignments
Consultant Neuro-Psychiatrist
Air Force Hospital
01.1992 - 01.2003
- Enhanced patient well-being by implementing tailored treatment plans.
- Calculated proper medication dosage based on patient situation.
- Applied critical thinking to analyze problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
- Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
- Assisted with infection control through social distancing and PPE wearing.
- Delivered tailored assistance to customers with disabilities.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary teams for holistic patient management.
- Evaluated patients' psychological states, contributing to accurate diagnoses.
- Reviewed patient files and records to identify allergies, medical concerns, medications and immunisation statuses.
- Conducted workshops and special events to educate community about preventative health.
- Promoted better understanding of psychiatric conditions by conducting educational sessions.
- Secured positive recovery rates with comprehensive care strategies.
- Monitored patients' responses to treatments and adjusted treatment plans to counteract negative effects.
- Utilised psychotherapy as a tool for alleviating mental distress.
- Examined patients to assess function and identify markers of disease or injury.
- Achieved reduced relapse rates through careful medication management.
- Led psychoeducational groups to spread awareness about various mental health disorders.
Visiting Psychiatrist
Ibn Sina Presidential Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Filed official paperwork reporting on key life events and mandated disease notifications.
- Consulted with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Oversaw and delegated work activities for junior practitioners and support staff.
- Maintained detailed case notes after each session, ensuring accurate record keeping and progress.
- Assessed patient's medical history thoroughly before making any decisions regarding their treatment plan.
- Handled emergency cases effectively, ensuring prompt attention and care.
- Conducted physical assessments of relevant body areas and performed standardised tests to check responses.
- Championed use of technology in documentation, providing quicker access to patient information.
- Reviewed prescriptions to alter or maintain medication for optimal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patients, obtained medical history and performed physical examinations to develop differential diagnoses.
- Kept detailed and accurate patient care records to facilitate smooth ward operations.
- Interpreted laboratory results and diagnostic tests to diagnose medical conditions.
- Collaborated closely with other specialists for accurate diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Referred patients to medical specialists for consultant services based on individual needs.
- Assisted with infection control through social distancing and PPE wearing.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Delivered services to customer locations within target timeframes.
Associate Researcher
Psychological research centre
Baghdad, Iraq
01.1990 - 03.2003
- Maintained strict ethical guidelines throughout all research phases
- Executed comprehensive data validation, increasing reliability of statistical analysis results
- Organised cross-functional meetings to enhance study progress oversight
- Conducted comprehensive analysis to confirm result accuracy
- Coordinated student laboratory experiments to validate in-class theories
- Investigated psychokinesis for therapeutic and diagnostic medical potentials
- Delivered lectures and seminars on various controversial topics including psychokinesis and telepathy
- Participated in scientific article reviews and edits
- Swiftly mastered new skills, enhancing task efficiency and overall productivity
Specialist Psychiatrist
ALSHIFA HOSPITAL
Baghdad, Iraq
01.1993 - Current
- Since the start of my practice as Psychiatrist , I reffered all clients need admission to this hospital , and Modified Electroconvulsive therapy was conducted at special ECT sweet .
- All my clients in Iraq kept on consulting and having follow up through that hospital which maintain high standard of care ...
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions. in Collaborations with International Narcotic and low Enforcement Agency (American organization related to MOFA).
- Developed training materials and workshops at University of Baghdad with regards to spreading knowledge about risks of Addiction and enhanced awareness about that topic.
Researcher
Directorate of Psychological research
01.1989 - 01.1992
- Utilised robust quantitative and qualitative methodologies for comprehensive investigations
- Assessed risk exposure in hazardous battlefield environments
- Recognised vulnerabilities and executed preventative actions
- Enhanced combat skills via continuous training
- Led precise tactical operations ensuring successful results
- Mentored junior officers in leadership, knowledge, and technical abilities
- Organised regular drills improving team preparedness for real-world situations
- Compiled and analysed data from multiple sources to produce clear findings
- Managed daily operations to maximise productivity
- Promoted operational excellence by addressing problems and sharing improvement ideas
- Maintained professionalism in all situations, ensuring compliance with rules of engagement
- Conducted risk assessments to mitigate potential threats
- Collaborated with civilian agencies for safe military transport in busy areas
- Contributed to the development of strategic plans to counteract enemy actions
- Championed human rights and supported peacekeeping missions
- Ensured compliance with military standards and technological updates
- Devised contingency plans preparing teams for unexpected challenges
- Led team to achieve optimal performance and high morale
- Identified key data sources to support research goals
- Applied algorithms to obtain data and anticipate results
Postgraduate Student
Ain Shams University
Cairo, Egypt
01.1987 - 01.1989
- Interacted with teachers to integrate feedback into subsequent projects
- Organised study groups encouraging teamwork and knowledge exchange
- Integrated academic work with sports and extra-curricular for a holistic educational experience
- Implemented theoretical principles in real-world professional settings
- Achieved Master's degree in Neuropsychiatry with honours
Psychiatrist
Rasheed Military Teaching hospital
Baghdad, Iraq
01.1980 - 01.1987
- Collaborated with specialists for precise diagnosis and treatment plans
- Monitored critically ill patients in Intensive Care Units for smooth recovery
- Evaluated patient medical history to inform treatment decisions
- Analysed patient records to highlight allergies and medication details
- Interpreted specialised study test results in collaboration with reference laboratories
- Delivered prompt discharge service to reduce waiting times and improve patient experience
- Collaborated with consultants to enhance care planning during ward rounds
- Coordinated medical camps to screen community members for chronic conditions
- Collaborated with medical team to ensure patient care aligned with wishes
- Managed outpatient clinics efficiently maintaining high standards of care
- Collaborated with physicians and surgeons in bedside and operating room procedures
- Delivered physical and rehabilitation therapy
- Maintained comprehensive patient records for improved future consultations
- Created tailored care plans enhancing life quality for long-term patients
- Enhanced patient well-being through coordinated rehabilitative efforts
- Prescribed necessary medications to enhance patient health
Education
Master degree - Neurology and psychiatry
Ain Shams University
Egypt 03.1987 - 04.1998
Bachelor of Science -
Faculty of Medicine
BAGHDAD06.1979
Skills
- Fluent English – spoken and written
- Team leadership and motivation
- Rapport building
- Commitment to excellence
- Project planning and coordination
- Calm under pressure
- Deadline management
- Willingness to learn
- Strategic planning
- Networking
- Team building
- Complaint handling and resolution
- Administrative support
Accomplishments
- Guest Speaker in many Radio and TV social programs including Noor Dubai, MBC1, Al Hurrah TV, Sharja TV.
- Voluntary lecturer at social support office, Sharja Police.
- Voluntary lecturer at MOH – Dubai, for primary care workers, Mental Health Awareness campaign.
- Voluntary training of primary health care workers on dealing with trauma victims organized by IMC (International Medical Corps) 2009.
- Voluntary training of many NGOs working with Iraqi refugees 2009.
- Active member of Arab Resources Collective in training efforts of primary care workers and NGOs working with traumatized children and their families in South Lebanon, Palestine, and Syria.
- Co-author of many published free mental health educational materials Lebanon 2005-2010.
- Co-author of 'Where There is No Psychiatrist' manual published by ARC – Beirut 2008.
- Active member in implementing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy online to clients speaking Arabic language, sponsored project by Berlin Centre for the care of victims of war and torture (2008)., Iraqi children mental health under war symposium carried out as a part of humanistic campaign against war and its aftermath at Royal Geographical Society, Great Ormond Street Hospital, Institute of Psychiatry, and Medical Foundation for the care of victims of torture (05/01/05 - 06/30/05).
- Internet Encyclopedia and Directory 1999 (gathering 22,000 articles) in the medical field, distributed to medical colleges and doctors as a reference for new articles.
- Member of Technical Consultation Team (TCT) UNICEF office-Baghdad (2003-2005).
- Founder of the Iraqi PTSD program for Iraqi Children (MOH-2003).
- Co-founder of the Psychosocial Support NGO for Iraqi children and families – Babylon, Iraq.
Custom
Available on request.
Languages
English
Fluent
Arabic
Native
Affiliations
- sport , paragliding and light aircraft piloting .hold ppl
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Specialist Psychiatrist
SHEKH MANN BIN HASHER POLY CLINIC
12.2019 - 02.2023
Behavioural Science and Clinical Psychology Lecturer
Dubai Medical College of Girls
01.2015 - 01.2016
Specialist Psychiatrist
HMRT Poly Clinic
01.2013 - 01.2017
Specialist Psychiatrist
Dubai Medical Group
01.2008 - 01.2017
Specialist Psychiatrist
Naser Medical Consultant Centre
12.2005 - 08.2008
Specialist Psychiatrist and Lecturer
Al-Yarmouk Teaching Hospital
01.2003 - 08.2005
Online Consultation and Psychotherapy
SELF EMPLOYED
01.2001 - Current
Visiting Psychiatrist
Ibn Sina Presidential Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2003
Specialist Psychiatrist
ALSHIFA HOSPITAL
01.1993 - Current
Consultant Neuro-Psychiatrist
Air Force Hospital
01.1992 - 01.2003
Associate Researcher
Psychological research centre
01.1990 - 03.2003
Researcher
Directorate of Psychological research
01.1989 - 01.1992
Master degree - Neurology and psychiatry
Ain Shams University
03.1987 - 04.1998
Postgraduate Student
Ain Shams University
01.1987 - 01.1989
Psychiatrist
Rasheed Military Teaching hospital
01.1980 - 01.1987
Bachelor of Science -
Faculty of Medicine
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