Reem Alqahtani, Au. D.
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Accomplished and self-motivated Doctor with extensive clinical experience in Audiology and a strong focus on education, team management, and community outreach. Eager to explore opportunities in administrative and educational roles to leverage my expertise in leadership, project management, and strategic development. Highly skilled at building strong relationships and fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. Proven in creating and delivering educational programs, streamlining operations, and managing initiatives to drive growth, improve service delivery, and achieve organizational goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Doctor of Audiology
Cleveland clinic Abu Dhabi
04.2017 - Current
- Established and led the development of the Audiology Department, including drafting and implementing clinical policies and procedures.
- Manage daily departmental operations and optimize workflow to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient management and care plans.
- Perform comprehensive audiological evaluations and rehabilitation services for adult and geriatric populations.
- Provide vestibular and balance rehabilitation, with a focus on enhancing functional outcomes and quality of life.
- Deliver client and family counseling to support understanding, decision-making, and treatment adherence.
- Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs.
- Engage in continuous professional development through regular training, education, and knowledge-sharing activities.
- Contribute to clinical research initiatives and participate in institutional grand rounds to support education and knowledge exchange.
Doctor of Audiology
Prince Sultan Center for Special Education Support
02.2014 - 03.2017
- Established the Audiology Clinic and developed clinical policies and procedures.
- Delivered comprehensive hearing evaluations for pediatric patients.
Conducted Cochlear implant assessments (candidacy and benefit evaluation) - Created effective treatment plans in coordination with other specialists, tailored to each client’s medical and psychological needs.
- Provided client and family counseling to support treatment engagement and progression.
- Held the position of Rehabilitation Manager for 2 years, overseeing a multidisciplinary team.
- Managed rehabilitation department operations to ensure smooth, accurate, and efficient workflows.
- Managed client admissions and discharges in alignment with departmental policies and performance targets.
- Built and maintained collaborative partnerships with other healthcare providers to support a holistic approach to patient care.
- Designed and implemented a patient experience program to meet a wide range of client needs and enhance satisfaction.
- Contributed to multiple clinical research studies and supported program development.
- Participated in the design of early intervention programs for pediatric populations.
- Supervised and trained junior specialists in a variety of clinical procedures.
- Supervised audiology students in clinical settings, providing hands-on instruction and feedback.
- Updated training materials, managed inventory of equipment and supplies, and applied diverse teaching strategies to enhance learning outcomes.
- Organized professional seminars and knowledge-sharing sessions for audiology and rehabilitation staff.
- Actively contributed to department and faculty meetings to support continuous improvement of internal practices.
Adjunct Lecturer and Clinical Instructor
Princess Noura Bint Abdulrahman University
01.2012 - 03.2017
- Taught classes in Speech and audiology
- Provided clinical supervision to students in clinical settings
- Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
- Organized, prepared, and revise courses material
- Served as an academic advisor for students in the department, guiding them through course selection and career planning efforts.
Consultant Audiologist
Prince Sultan Military Medical City
09.2012 - 02.2014
- Managed daily departmental operations and optimize workflow to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient management and care plans.
- Performed comprehensive audiological evaluations and rehabilitation services for pediatric, adult and geriatric populations.
- Provided vestibular and balance rehabilitation, with a focus on enhancing functional outcomes and quality of life.
- Delivered client and family counseling to support understanding, decision-making, and treatment adherence.
- Developed individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs.
- Provide clinical training and supervision to intern students in clinical settings
- Engaged in continuous professional development through regular training, education, and knowledge-sharing activities.
- Contributed to clinical research initiatives and participate in institutional grand rounds to support education and knowledge exchange.
Consultant Audiologist
ENT medical center
09.2011 - 08.2012
- Performed comprehensive audiological evaluations and rehabilitation services for pediatric, adult and geriatric populations.
- Provided vestibular and balance rehabilitation, with a focus on enhancing functional outcomes and quality of life.
- Delivered client and family counseling to support understanding, decision-making, and treatment adherence.
- Developed individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs.
Provide clinical training and supervision to intern students in clinical settings - Engaged in continuous professional development through regular training, education, and knowledge-sharing activities.
- Contributed to clinical research initiatives and participate in institutional grand rounds to support education and knowledge exchange.
Externship in Audiology
Henry Ford Hospital
07.2010 - 06.2011
Externship in Cochlear Implant
University of Michigan Cochlear Implant Center
08.2010 - 11.2010
Internship in Audiology
Cleveland Clinic Florida
09.2009 - 12.2009
Internship in Audiology
Nova Southeastern University Clinic
08.2008 - 09.2009
Internship in Audiology
Armed Forces Hospital
08.2005 - 02.2006
Internship in SLP
King Fahad National Guard Hospital
02.2005 - 08.2005
Education
Postgraduate Degree: OTHM LEVEL 7 - DIPLOMA IN STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP
OTHM
12.2024
Doctor of Audiology - Au.D.: College of Health Sciences - Honor
Nova Southeastern University
Florida08.2011
Bachelor of Sciences - B.Sc. in SLP and Audiology
King Saud University
Riyadh04.2006
Certification
- Certificate Holder Tinnitus Management, American Board of Audiology (ABA), 01/01/22, Current
- International Vestibular Rehabilitation Certificate, The American Institute of Balance, 01/01/20
- HAAD license in Audiology, Health Authority of Abu Dhabi, 01/01/17, Current
- Licensed as a Consultant in Audiology, Saudi Commission for Health Specialties, 01/01/11, Current
- American Board of Audiology Certified (ABAC), 01/01/11, Current
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A), American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), 01/01/11, 01/01/17
Timeline
Doctor of Audiology
Cleveland clinic Abu Dhabi
04.2017 - Current
Doctor of Audiology
Prince Sultan Center for Special Education Support
02.2014 - 03.2017
Consultant Audiologist
Prince Sultan Military Medical City
09.2012 - 02.2014
Adjunct Lecturer and Clinical Instructor
Princess Noura Bint Abdulrahman University
01.2012 - 03.2017
Consultant Audiologist
ENT medical center
09.2011 - 08.2012
Externship in Cochlear Implant
University of Michigan Cochlear Implant Center
08.2010 - 11.2010
Externship in Audiology
Henry Ford Hospital
07.2010 - 06.2011
Internship in Audiology
Cleveland Clinic Florida
09.2009 - 12.2009
Internship in Audiology
Nova Southeastern University Clinic
08.2008 - 09.2009
Internship in Audiology
Armed Forces Hospital
08.2005 - 02.2006
Internship in SLP
King Fahad National Guard Hospital
02.2005 - 08.2005
Postgraduate Degree: OTHM LEVEL 7 - DIPLOMA IN STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP
OTHM
Doctor of Audiology - Au.D.: College of Health Sciences - Honor
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Sciences - B.Sc. in SLP and Audiology
King Saud University
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