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Program Summary

Duration

6 Years

Accreditor

  • Saudi Commission for Health Specialties*

Capacity

1

Training Sites

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About the Program

The Neurosurgery Residency Program at our institution is a rigorous 6-year program established in 2023. This specialized program focuses on providing extensive training in neurosurgical procedures, patient care, and research. The program offers a highly personalized learning experience, ensuring individualized mentorship. The five-year duration allows residents to develop advanced surgical skills, critical thinking abilities, and a deep understanding of neurosurgical principles. Graduates from this program are well-equipped to excel in the complex and dynamic field of neurosurgery, contributing to advancements in patient care and neurosurgical innovation.

*This program includes training rotations conducted at leading healthcare institutions in Saudi Arabia. 

Program Director Message

Dear Prospective Residents,
I extend a warm and enthusiastic welcome to each of you as the Program Director of our Neurosurgery Residency Program. Your interest in our program is truly gratifying, and I’m eager to share what makes our Neurosurgery Residency Program an exceptional choice for aspiring neurosurgeons.
Our Program will provide you with a comprehensive and rigorous training in neurosurgery. From complex surgeries to innovative treatments, you will gain hands-on experience in various facets of neurosurgical care. Join a team of world-class faculty members who are experts in their fields. Our faculty is dedicated to your growth, offering mentorship and guidance as you navigate the challenges and triumphs of neurosurgery residency. Joining this Program will also give you the opportunity to become part of a dynamic and collaborative community of neurosurgery residents. Collaboration, interdisciplinary communication, and a supportive atmosphere are integral components of our program’s culture.
I encourage you to explore the unparalleled opportunities that our Neurosurgery Residency Program presents for your professional and personal growth.
I wish you the very best as you embark on the neurosurgery residency application process.

Best regards,
Dr. Mohd AlOlama
Program Director
Neurosurgery Residency Program
Graduate Medical Education
Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences

Curriculum

JUNIOR LEVEL ROTATIONS
1 NEUROSURGERY
2 NEUROLOGY
3 ICU
4 GENERAL SURGERY
SENIOR LEVEL ROTATIONS
1 NEUROSURGERY
2 NEURO-PATHOLOGY & RADIOLOGY

Faculty

Dr. Mohd AlOlama
Program Director

Dr. Mohd AlOlama

Dr. Fatma Rashid Mohd Rashid Khalfan Ghufli
Deputy Program Director

Dr. Fatma Rashid Mohd Rashid Khalfan Ghufli

Dr. Manal A Ali Jassem Hassan Abdulla
Core Faculty

Dr. Manal A Ali Jassem Hassan Abdulla

Dr. Saud Rashed Alnayeemi
Core Faculty

Dr. Saud Rashed Alnayeemi

Dr. Abdulaziz Al Bahri
Core Faculty

Dr. Abdulaziz Al Bahri

Dr. Lateefa Al Marzooqi
Core Faculty

Dr. Lateefa Al Marzooqi

Dr. Mariam ALNoman ALShamsi
Core Faculty

Dr. Mariam ALNoman ALShamsi

Dr. Maha Akram Anwar Abdo
Core Faculty

Dr. Maha Akram Anwar Abdo

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