Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
RESEARCHES
Courses in progress
Workshops , Conferences and Presentations
Volunteer and Community Engagement
MEMBERSHIPS
CERTIFICATIONS
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Nuralhuda Omar

Nuralhuda Omar

Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates

Summary

Dedicated and highly skilled neonatologist with extensive experience in tertiary Level 3/4 NICUs, including managing critically ill neonates and performing advanced neonatal procedures. Holder of seven certifications: Emirate Board in Neonatology , Arab Board in Neonatology , European Board in Paediatrics, Arab Board in Paediatrics , Jordanian Board in Paediatrics , Membership to the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (MRCPCH), and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). Completed a neonatal fellowship at Tawam Hospital, a renowned tertiary care center with a 51-bed NICU, accredited by the Arab Board, ACGME-I, and NIHS. Gained hands-on expertise in managing high-risk deliveries, including extreme preterm deliveries from 22-23 weeks of gestation. Actively pursuing advanced training in neonatal hemodynamics through an extended POCUS course with hands-on practice. Adept in clinical research with multiple publications, leadership as a Chief Fellow, and teaching junior medical staff. Passionate about delivering meticulous neonatal care and advancing knowledge through continuous learning and collaboration.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work history

Neonatologist

Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital
Abu Dhabi
2025.11 - Current

Providing specialized care for critically ill and premature neonates in a Level III NICU. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to manage complex cases and support families

Neonatologist

AlQassmi Women and Children Hospital (AQWCH)
Sharjah , UAE
2024.05 - 2025.10

05/20/ 2024-Current

  • Providing expert care for critically ill neonates in a high-volume NICU at a tertiary Level 3 plus hospital.

• Managing neonatal emergencies, implementing advanced procedures, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes.

• Actively contributing to the development of clinical guidelines for the NICU to ensure standardized and evidence-based practices.

Neonatal Fellow / Neonatologist

Tawam hospital
Al Ain City, UAE

3 years (09/21/2020 – 09/21/2023)

• Completed a three-year accredited neonatal fellowship at a tertiary Level 3/4 NICU (51 beds) with all pediatric subspecialties.

• Managed a diverse range of complex neonatal cases, including extreme preterm infants born at 21-22 weeks.

• Served as Chief Fellow, leading clinical teams, coordinating patient care, and mentoring junior staff.

• Contributed to clinical research with publications on neonatal resuscitation, extubation failure predictors, and microbiological resistance patterns in NICUs.

• Actively participated in high-risk deliveries.

Paediatrician

Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC)
Abu Dhabi, UAE

Less than 1 year (04/18/2020- 08/01/2020)

• Provided inpatient care in a fast-paced environment.

• Gained frontline experience during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring continuity of care while adhering to safety protocols.

• Participated in data collection for the Phase 3 clinical trial of an inactivated COVID-19 vaccine, contributing to the development of critical research during the global pandemic.

Paediatric Resident

Islamic hospital
Amman, Jordan

4 years (01/24/2015 – 01/24/2019)

• Rotated through all pediatric subspecialties, building a strong foundation in pediatric medicine.

• Mentored medical students and junior residents during clinical rotations.

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Intern

Madani and jafar Ibnauf teaching hospital
Khartoum, Sudan

1 year (04/13/2012 – 07/13/2013)

• Completed a comprehensive internship across core medical and surgical disciplines, including pediatrics.

• Gained hands-on experience in managing acute cases and emergency care.

Education

Emirati board in Neonatology -

National institute for Health specialities
UAE
09/2025 -

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant -

International BoardOf LactationConsultantExaminers
United states
09/2024 -

European board in paediatrics -

European board of paediatrics examination (EBP) ,

Arab Board in Neonatology -

The Arab Board of Health Specializations,
09.2023

MRCPCH -

Royal College of Paediatric And Child Health - UK,

Arab board in paediatrics -

The Arab Board of Health Specializations ,

Jordanian board in paediatrics -

The Jordanian Board of Health Specializations ,

M.B.B.S - Medicine

Jazira University
Sudan

Skills

    Expert in managing critically ill neonates in Level III-IV NICUs, including extreme preterm infants (21–22 weeks gestation)

    Proficient in neonatal resuscitation, mechanical ventilation, and other advanced neonatal procedures

    Strong leadership skills developed as Chief Fellow, managing teams and ensuring high-quality patient care

    Experienced in conducting and contributing to clinical research, including randomised trials and publications

    Excellent educator with experience teaching medical students and junior residents

    Effective team player with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills in multicultural settings

    Adaptable and resilient, thriving under high-pressure environments such as during the COVID-19 pandemic

    Self-motivated and proactive in enhancing skills and staying updated with advancements in neonatology and paediatrics

    Committed to continuous learning through participation in workshops and conferences to provide the best patient care

RESEARCHES

  • The practice of neonatal resuscitation at the limits of viability – UAE perspective - Published in December 2023
  • predictors of extubation failure in very low birth weight at a tertiary care hospital in Alain – Published in 2023
  • Microbiological characteristics and resistance pattern in a neonatal intensive care unit of Tawam Hospital – Published in January 2024
  • Early Antibiotics Exposure in preterm Neonates and Risk of Bronchopulmonary dysplasia : Meta-analysis of well controlled studies - In process for publication.

 

Courses in progress

• Extended POCUS Course with Hands-On Training

• Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education (Online) from The University of Manchester, focusing on evidence-based teaching methods, curriculum design, and educational leadership in healthcare settings.

Workshops , Conferences and Presentations

  • As a speaker I delivered an International webinar presentation on “Kangaroo Care and Neurodevelopment in preterm” integrating expert IBCLC perspectives into lactation practices to enhance neonatal outcomes - July 2024
  • Neonatal feeding and paediatric nutrition - American association of continuing medical education- August 21-31, 2021
  • Mechanical ventilation course - American association of continuing medical education- August 21 -Septemper 1 2021
  • Lung Ultra sound American association of continuing medical education August - 2020
  • Attended several conferences in Paediatrics and neonatology over the last 10 years.

Volunteer and Community Engagement

Actively participated in healthcare campaigns and mobile clinics in rural Sudan (2008–2013), organized by local non-profit organizations and university student unions. Provided free medical and surgical services, along with health education, to underserved communities with limited or no access to healthcare.

MEMBERSHIPS

Member of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child health (MRCPCH)- UK.

CERTIFICATIONS

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certified [NRP] - renewed every 2 years

  Newborn Life Support certified [NLS] - renewed every 2 years

• Basic Life Support certified [BLS]  - renewed every 2 years.

• Paediatric Advanced  Life Support  [PALS] - renewed every 2 years

license

UAE Department of health License No: GD 36107

UAE Ministry of health License No :- 55194

UAE Dubai Health Authority eligibility letter No:- 2023

Timeline

Neonatologist

Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital
2025.11 - Current

Neonatologist

AlQassmi Women and Children Hospital (AQWCH)
2024.05 - 2025.10

Neonatal Fellow / Neonatologist

Tawam hospital

Paediatrician

Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC)

Paediatric Resident

Islamic hospital

Intern

Madani and jafar Ibnauf teaching hospital

Emirati board in Neonatology -

National institute for Health specialities
09/2025 -

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant -

International BoardOf LactationConsultantExaminers
09/2024 -

European board in paediatrics -

European board of paediatrics examination (EBP) ,

Arab Board in Neonatology -

The Arab Board of Health Specializations,

MRCPCH -

Royal College of Paediatric And Child Health - UK,

Arab board in paediatrics -

The Arab Board of Health Specializations ,

Jordanian board in paediatrics -

The Jordanian Board of Health Specializations ,

M.B.B.S - Medicine

Jazira University
Nuralhuda Omar