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Medical Education & Postgraduate Training
• M.B.B.Ch. in Medicine and Surgery with Honors Zagazig University, Egypt – 1993
• Resident Training in Pediatrics Zagazig University Hospital, Egypt – 3 years
• Postgraduate Training o Master’s and Doctorate Degrees in Pediatrics o Completed over 6 years of advanced training at Zagazig University Hospital, Egypt
• Teaching Experience o Lecturer of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, Zagazig University o Taught, trained, and mentored medical students for 6 years Certificates
• USA Equivalency MD Certificate in Pediatrics California University FCE – Los Angeles, USA (2016)
• Postgraduate Certificate in Pediatric Nutrition Boston University School of Medicine, USA (September 2018)
• Telemedicine Consultation Certificate Harvard Medical School, USA (June 2020)
• Doctorate (M.D.) in Pediatrics and Neonatology Zagazig University, Egypt (March 2005)
• Master’s Degree in Pediatrics and Neonatology Zagazig University, Egypt (May 1998)
• M.B.B.Ch. with Honors in Medicine and Surgery Zagazig University, Egypt (November 1993) Professional Memberships
• Member – American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) (since June 2016)
• Member – European Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (ESPGHAN) (since 2018) • Member – European Society of Pediatrics (since 2011) • Member – Abu Dhabi Pediatric Club (since 2006)
• Member – Dubai Pediatric Club (DPC) (since 2021) Areas of Professional Interest Dr. Safwat specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic pediatric conditions from birth up to the age of 16. His key interests include:
• Emergency Pediatric Care Managing life-threatening pediatric conditions and stabilizing patients prior to referral to tertiary care.
• Respiratory Disorders Including fever, influenza, viral URTI, tonsillitis, allergic rhinitis, croup, bronchitis, bronchial asthma, and pneumonia.
• Gastrointestinal Conditions Including vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, abdominal pain, and constipation.
• Nocturnal Enuresis Effective treatment of bedwetting in children aged 5 and above.
• Growth & Nutrition Monitoring Providing ongoing care for newborns including growth assessments, nutritional support, and routine vaccinations.
• Additional Pediatric Services Special interest in ear piercing for female babies and children. Work Experience Prior to Joining Cure
• Advanced Center for Daycare Surgery (ACDS) Airport Road, Abu Dhabi, UAE Specialist Pediatrician | July 2020 – December 2023
• Mediclinic Al Noor Hospital Khalifa Street, Abu Dhabi, UAE Specialist Pediatrician | January 2007 – June 2020
• Al Salama Hospital Hamdan Street, Abu Dhabi, UAE Specialist Pediatrician | 2006 – 2007
• Zagazig University Hospital, Egypt
Assistant Lecturer / Pediatric Resident | 1995 – 2005
Assistant Professor & Lecturer of Pediatrics | 2005 – Present