Dana Hassouna

Professional Summary

A final-year medical student at the University of Sharjah, set to graduate in June 2025 (MBBS). Passionate about pediatrics and committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based patient care. Experienced in diverse clinical settings, with strong exposure to pediatrics, internal medicine, and surgery through hands-on training and elective rotations. Actively engaged in research, medical volunteering, and professional development programs. Skilled in teamwork, communication, and adaptability, with a strong commitment to continuous learning and patient advocacy. Seeking to contribute to a dynamic healthcare environment by integrating clinical knowledge, critical thinking, and a patient-centered approach.

Date of birth: 20-10-2001

Nationality: Palestinian

Marital Status: Single

Reading

Skating

Hiking 

Foosball

Volunteering:

• Participated in the White Coat Ceremony, College of Medicine, University of Sharjah – September 22, 2022
• Organized Breast Cancer Awareness Event, Medical Students' Association – October 12, 2022
• Administered influenza vaccinations at a community health campaign – November 2, 2022
• Participated in The National Campaign for Early Detection of Hypertension (MMM23), Ministry of Health & Prevention, UAE – May-June 2023
• Volunteered for the 'Bridges of Goodness' initiative by Sharjah Charity Society for Syria Earthquake Relief - 2023

Poster Presentation:

• Oral presentation at Medical Students Research Day– February 22, 2025

Courses:

• Completed Principles of Core Surgical Skills Course, Sharjah Surgical Institute, University of Sharjah – September 11 & 14, 2023
• Completed Assessment and Initial Management of Major Trauma & Basic Laparoscopic Skills Course, Sharjah Surgical Institute, University of Sharjah – September 11 & 14, 2023
• Completed Basic CBRNE Course (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive), accredited by the Department of Health AD (7 CME Hours) – May 31, 2023
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)

Awards:

• Achieved high academic performance in 10-week clinical rotations in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Internal Medicine, Surgery and Pediatrics (2023/2024)

Elective/Observership:

• Summer elective in Pediatrics Department in Al Qassimi Hospital, June-July, 2024
• Observership in Orthopedics Department at University Hospital, Sharjah, July, 2019-2020

Research

• Corresponding author for the published article "Exploring Parental Hesitancy Toward Childhood COVID-19 Vaccination in the United Arab Emirates"

Conferences:

• Premed Masterclass, Interdisciplinary Urology Care Consortium (iUCC) – May 28, 2021
• ETS Annual Congress 2022 – May 27-28, 2022
• The Emirates Association of the Visually Impaired Workshop – October 15, 2022
• Northern Emirates Cardiology Symposium – September 16, 2023

• Comparative Outcomes of Newer Antidiabetic Agents in Preventing Diabetic Nephropathy: A Meta-Analysis DOI:10.26502/fjhs.262
• Pulmonary Rehabilitation Reduces the Sarcopenia Phenotype in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease DOI: 10.4103/ijrc.ijrc_20_22
• Exploring parental hesitancy toward childhood COVID-19 vaccination in the United Arab Emirates: A cross-sectional study. DOI:10.7759/cureus.349784