Dr. Omer Alawad Homaida Abdelfadiel Consultant Endocrinology
Years of Experience : 22
Nationality : Sudan
Languages Known : English, Arabic
Book AppointmentBiography
Dr. Omer Alawad Homaida Abdelfadiel is a Consultant Endocrinologist at Burjeel Royal Hospital in Al Asharij. He graduated from the University of Khartoum in Sudan, where he completed his primary training in Internal Medicine. Driven by his passion for endocrinology, he relocated to South Africa, where he completed his fellowship training in Endocrinology at the University of Cape Town and Groote Schuur Hospital. Dr. Omer holds a Subspecialty Certificate in Endocrinology and Metabolism from the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa (CMSA) and an MPhil in Endocrinology from the University of Cape Town. He has also earned the MRCP (UK) Specialty Certificate in Endocrinology and Diabetes and is certified by the European Board in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism. Additionally, he holds the SCOPE Certificate from the World Obesity Federation. Before joining Burjeel, Dr. Omer gained extensive experience in the UAE healthcare system, including six years with Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (SEHA) and three and a half years with Emirates Health Services (EHS). This experience has equipped him with valuable skills in managing a wide range of medical conditions in his field.
Dr. Omer’s expertise includes managing various endocrine disorders, with a focus on diabetes, obesity, thyroid, parathyroid and calcium disorders, adrenal and pituitary disorders, as well as osteoporosis and other metabolic bone diseases. Throughout his career, Dr. Omer has gained significant experience in treating complex endocrine disorders. His commitment to advancing patient care is evident through his dedication to evidence-based practices and continuous professional development, ensuring that he delivers the highest standard of care and improves patient outcomes.
Research & Publications
- The Clinical Characteristics, Complications, and Treatment Outcomes of Patients with Osteoporosis at Groote Schuur Hospital.
- From Crisis to Clarity: Diabetic Ketoacidosis Exposing Isolated Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH) Deficiency Associated with Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome Type 3: A Case Report (ePoster, AACE-MENA).
Education & Training
- MBBS.
- MRCP UK in Diabetes and Endocrinology.
- Arab Board in Internal Medicine.
- MRCP UK in Diabetes and Endocrinology.
- European Board in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism.
- SCOPE Certificate from the World Obesity Federation.
Expertise
- Diabetes.
- Obesity.
- Lipid Disorders.
- Thyroid Disorders.
- Parathyroid Diseases and Calcium Disorders.
- Adrenal Gland Disorders.
- Pituitary Disorders.
- Osteoporosis and Other Metabolic Bone Diseases.
Membership
- Colleges of Medicine of South Africa (CMSA).
- American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE).
- Gulf Association of Endocrinology and Diabetes (GAED).
Blogs
Hydration and Hormones: Endocrinologists Explain the Important Link
Read more
Hypoparathyroidism: An Uncommon but Manageable Endocrine Disorder
Read more
Type 2 Diabetes: Can the Risk Be Reduced?
Read more
