Dr. Masood Ahmed: Consultant Anesthesiologist at SSMC

Dr. Masood Ahmed, M.B.B.S., C.C.S.T., F.R.C.A., is a highly experienced consultant anesthesiologist at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. With over 25 years of expertise, he specializes in providing comprehensive anesthesia care to patients undergoing various medical procedures.

Education and Training

Dr. Ahmed obtained his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.) degree and subsequently completed his Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training (C.C.S.T.) at the London School of Anaesthesia. He is also a Fellow of the Royal College of Anaesthetists (F.R.C.A.), UK, demonstrating his commitment to excellence in the field of anesthesiology.

Academic and Teaching Experience

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Ahmed has a strong academic background. He has served as an attending anesthesiologist at Washington University in the United States, an assistant professor at Dalhousie University in Canada, and a consultant anesthetist in London. Currently, he holds the position of director of POM II and co-director of POM I courses at Khalifa University in Abu Dhabi. Dr. Ahmed has been actively involved in teaching and training medical students, interns, and residents throughout his career. He has overseen various educational programs and served as an educational supervisor since his first faculty position in the US.

Leadership and Presentations

In addition to his academic and teaching roles, Dr. Ahmed has demonstrated strong leadership qualities. He served as the departmental head of clinical governance in the NHS from 2006 to 2014 and currently holds the position of departmental head of safety and quality since 2015. Dr. Ahmed has been a regular presenter at numerous national and international meetings, workshops, and conferences, including the New York School of Regional Anesthesia (NYSORA) and the Association of Anaesthetists of Great Britain and Ireland (AAGBI). Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English, Urdu, and Punjabi, allowing him to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Masood Ahmed’s extensive experience and expertise enable him to provide high-quality anesthesia care in various medical specialties, including:

• General anesthesia
• Regional anesthesia
• Difficult airway management
• Thoracic anesthesia
• Bariatric anesthesia
• Anesthesia in trauma cases
• Obstetric anesthesia

With his exceptional skills, dedication, and commitment to patient care, Dr. Ahmed continues to make significant contributions to the field of anesthesiology at SSMC and beyond