Dr. Amal Alghefari Specialist Internal Medicine
Years of Experience : 4
Nationality : Palestine
Languages Known : Arabic, English
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Dr. Amal AlGhefari is a distinguished Internal Medicine Specialist with a remarkable track record of achievements and contributions to the field. She began her academic journey at the University of Sharjah, earning her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) before completing Internal Medicine Residency at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC) in Abu Dhabi. During her residency, she refined her expertise in diagnosing and managing a wide range of complex medical conditions. Dr. AlGhefari served as Chief Resident of the SKMC Internal Medicine Residency Program, where she played a key role in leadership, mentorship, and staff well-being initiatives. She is double board-certified by the Emirati Board (NIHS) and the Jordanian Board (Jordanian Medical Council), underscoring her expertise and commitment to excellence in internal medicine. Dr. AlGhefari’s dedication to medical research is reflected in her publications, clinical audits, and poster presentations at esteemed medical conferences. Beyond her clinical and research endeavors, Dr. AlGhefari is deeply committed to mentorship and medical education, providing guidance to aspiring physicians academically. With a strong foundation in evidence-based medicine, leadership, and patient-centered care, Dr. AlGhefari continues to make a meaningful impact on the medical community, driving advancements in internal medicine, research, and healthcare innovation.
Awards & Achievements
- First Rank in the Jordanian Board Exam (Internal Medicine) – 2024 (Amman, Jordan)
- Second Place Winner – ESIM Medical Residents Quiz Competition (MRQC) – 2024 (Emirates Society of Internal Medicine Conference, Dubai, UAE)
- First Place Winner – Inter-College Debate Competition (UOS-Peer Educators under the UNICEF GAO Initiative for HIV/AIDS Awareness) – 2018
Research & Publications
- The symptoms and risk of sleep apnea among adults in the United Arab Emirates. Annals of thoracic medicine – 2018
- Evaluation of Signaling Pathways that Regulate P-Glycoprotein Activity at the Blood-Brain Barrier in the Immature Brain. UOS Research week 2017
Education & Training
- MBBS from University of Sharjah ,UAE : 2013–2019
- Internal Medicine Residency, Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Abu Dhabi, UAE : 2020–2024.
- Jordanian Board of Internal medicine 2024
- Emirati Board of Internal medicine 2025
Expertise
- Acute and Complex Disease Management
- Chronic disease management
- Preventive medicine
- Multidisciplinary Management
- Hospital Quality Improvement & Patient Safety
Blogs
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) – Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
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How to Manage Diabetes During Ramadan
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Ramadan Fasting & The Many Health Benefits.
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