Dr. Moussab Damlaj

Consultant – Hematology
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Dr. Moussab Damlaj, M.D., is an adult hematology consultant at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) in Abu Dhabi. Certified by the American and Canadian Board in Hematology and Internal Medicine, he has over 14 years of experience.

After completing his internal medicine residency at Royal Victoria Hospital in Montreal, Canada where he also served as a chief medical resident, he pursued fellowship training in Hematology at the McGill University Health Center in Montreal, Canada. This was followed by a Bone Marrow Transplant fellowship at Mayo Clinic Rochester, USA. He is an adjunct Clinical Professor of Medicine at Khalifa University. His expertise includes leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, bone marrow transplantation, and hemoglobinopathies. Dr. Moussab Damlaj is a distinguished professional who contributes significantly to the field of hematology. Serving as a member of the Center for International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research, he actively participates in the Acute Leukemia Working Committee and the Graft vs. Host Disease Working Committee. Dr. Damlaj is also a valued member of the American Society of Hematology Guideline Panel, specifically focusing on Relapsed Refractory Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Adolescents and Young Adults. His expertise extends to both: hematology and internal medicine, holding Fellowships with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCPC) in both disciplines. Dr. Damlaj’s extensive involvement in these committees and prestigious affiliations underscores his commitment to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient outcomes in hematology.

Doctor can help with

  • Bone marrow transplantation
  • Hemoglobinopathies (sickle cell disease, thalassemia)
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Multiple myeloma

Memberships

  • Member – Center for International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research, Acute Leukemia Working Committee, USA
  • Member – Center for International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research, Graft vs. Host Disease Working Committee, USA
  • Member – American Society of Hematology Guideline Panel on Relapsed Refractory Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Adolescents and Young Adults, USA
  • Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCPC) – Hematology and Internal Medicine, Canada

Licences and certifications

  • Certified, American Board of Internal Medicine, Hematology Certification (ABIM), USA
  • Licensed, American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM), USA

Training and work experience

  • Consultant, Adult Hematology

    Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), UAE

  • Consultant, Adult Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplant

    King Abdulaziz Medical City, Saudi Arabia

  • Bone Marrow Transplantation Fellowship

    Mayo Clinic Rochester, US

  • Hematology Fellowship

    McGill University Health Center, Canada

  • Chief Medical Resident, Health Center

    McGill University, Canada

  • Royal Victoria Hospital Internal Medicine Residency

    McGill University, Canada

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

    McGill University, Canada
  • Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Microbiology and Immunology

    McGill University, Canada

Awards and recognitions

  • Research Award in Clinical Hematology

    Saudi Society of Blood & Marrow Transplantation
  • Best Junior Researcher

    MNGHA Annual Research Award, Saudi Oncology Research Forum
  • Oral Presentation Award - 2nd Place Best Poster Abstract Award, Department of Oncology

    Research Day NSERC Undergraduate
  • Student Research Award

    E. R. Crawford Scholarship
  • McConnell Award (twice)

    McGill University
  • Top 5% of the Faculty of Science - Dean’s Honors list

    McGill University
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