Abdel Omer: Spearheading the Center of Medical Excellence in the UAE-Burjeel Hol

1. Abdel Omer: Spearheading the Center of Medical Excellence in the UAE-Burjeel Holdings In the healthcare sector, leadership is primarily concerned with how an individual directs the actions of a group working toward a common objective. With all the essential qualities, Prof. Abdel Rahman Ahmed Omer has been an influential model for Burjeel Holdings. Since April 2021, Prof. Omer has served as the CEO of Burjeel Hospital, then was appointed as Burjeel Holdings Group Medical Director. He has 27 years of expertise in the medical field and a highly skilled personality. As GMD, he oversees general clinical, general operations, academic programs, organizational reorganization for development, expansion and disruptive innovations. The magnificent man earned his medical degree (MBBS) from the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Khartoum in Sudan and UCL in UK before beginning his journey toward obtaining accredited professional training, which included fellowships at the Royal Colleges of Scotland, Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Ireland, as well as the Royal College of Surgery in England. After that, he obtained a Master of Science in Surgical Sciences (MSc) from University College London (UK) due to his desire to advance his academic career. Prof. Omer received a doctorate (Ph.D.) from Hartford University in the United States. All this while he was training in Surgery at UCL & Oxford and Cambridge Higher surgical training Program. He also worked at the renowned laparoscopic colorectal surgery department at the Cleveland Clinic in the United States in the early 2000s. Upon returning to the UK, he expanded his professional opportunities through the National Health Service. He became the Head of Surgery and was elected as the NHS governor for the East Anglia region. In addition to his public duties, he established a reputable independent practice where he treated patients

2. worldwide with challenging issues while offering pro bono services. He also received a number of certification e.g: Medical AI from Taipei University and ESG & Board Excellence (Wharton, PN). He joined Burjeel as the nation's top general and colorectal surgeon in 2015. He also took part in strategic planning and clinical governance. He accepted the Chief Executive Officer job at Burjeel in 2021 moving to be the GMD for Burjeel Holdings at the end of 2023. He welcomed the responsibility and was honored by the trust and support of Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil (Chairman and Founder of Burjeel Holdings) and the entire Burjeel team. The Key Ingredients behind Prof. Omer's Tremendous Journey Prof. Omer's desire to work in healthcare was always driven by his passion for serving people. It is his chosen way of leaving a legacy and giving back. His three decades of expertise working as a doctor in the medical industry are one of the primary factors that encourage him to keep moving forward. Further, during the process, Prof. Omer has been a mentor, leader, and friend to amazing experts in the field, which played a big role in getting him where he is. His career path was significantly impacted by having been a mentor to renowned physicians, inventors, and policymakers like Paul Boulus, Ian Scott, Clare Marx, and Steven Wexner. He received training from the industry leaders in healthcare management delivery and his surgical specialty. He taught his colleagues worldwide skills in surgery and management that they had yet to be exposed to or had insufficient training in. As a result of their guidance, Prof. Omer's interest in creating policies, envisioning the future of healthcare provision, and designing strategies for the future of healthcare at the national and international level was a taught task augmented by the passing of experience and real- life work. "I am proud that I played a role in introducing at the time what was considered modern practices in healthcare management and business

3. development, governance, and specific surgical methods (laparoscopic surgery to the future of medicine using AI and robotic tools). Now, it seems very standard practice to perform and follow, but at the time, this was cutting-edge medicine", the inspiring leader apprised. By the time he was a seasoned surgeon and a healthcare leader, the importance of a strong team was evident. Large hospitals operate depending on feedback from small teams that flows into the entire organization. While working for the British National Health Service, Prof. Omer had an excellent clinical and managerial team throughout the time. He feels fortunate to have colleagues that got along great and made working so much fun. After arriving in the UAE, his drive to bring about meaningful, lasting change manifested in his decision to assume the Executive position jobs at Burjeel Holdings, giving the executive team a dose of clinical leadership. He now collaborates with several UAE and international visionaries who are all committed to bringing about. Pushing the Boundaries of Exploration and Scientific Advancement Other than the Introduction of a number of Disruptive Innovations, he led a project he named Burjeel in Mars: The UAE is a country that values innovation and excellence highly, and Burjeel is one of the companies that share this commitment. Burjeel's participation in the UAE's mission to Mars initiative demonstrates their commitment to innovation. The inspiring leader further apprised, "We've been helping this enormous galactic expedition by offering recommendations on medical care for use throughout space travel and while in space. Our ability to offer our knowledge and take part in a ground-breaking mission that highlights the UAE's commitment to pushing the boundaries of exploration and scientific advancement has been made possible by this chance."

4. Burjeel Academics, another project of Burjeel Holdings, aims to educate, train, and mentor future medical professionals while showcasing the future benefits to the entire UAE and, hence, the world. The core of Burjeel's health mission is finding solutions and supporting people. Innovative remedies are crucial for the large number of people who are dealing with complex or new health problems. The team at Burjeel Holdings has been able to help in different ways to deliver for these cutting-edge therapies thanks to their excellent connections with charities and philanthropic organizations. In order to lower the costs associated with providing these cutting-edge treatments and cures, certain pharmaceutical companies have also given them medicine at a discounted price. An Insight into the Gender Pay Gap at Burjeel The Burjeel Holdings team comprises approximately 36 nationalities, speaking 56 languages, with more than half of the employees being women. The organization recognizes and celebrates women in the workforce, which is reflected in their positive work environment, company culture, and fair compensation. They embrace diversity and value flexibility, social agility, and emotional intelligence to ensure a holistic workplace experience for all and excellent patient care. Opportunities Along the Way The UAE is experiencing a shift in expatriate timelines. Younger families are choosing to move here and raise their kids, as are pensioners immigrating to the UAE to live their golden years here. In order to meet the needs of an aging population, healthcare in the UAE will need to become more complex, organized, and nuanced. The UAE's innovative mindset places the nation in a leading position in modifying its healthcare system to meet its citizens' and expatriates' various and changing demands. The visionary leader is thrilled to be a part of the UAE's journey in healthcare and medical developments as the

5. future develops. They are each contributing to a healthier tomorrow for all. Giving Back to the Community An initiative Prof. Omer is particularly attached to is Burjeel's work toward rare diseases. One of the few hospitals in the area that treats certain rare diseases is Burjeel. He and his team have launched a service to discover patients with rare diseases, fly them to Abu Dhabi, and treat them for free to broaden their reach. This was seen as an unprecedented development in global equation in healthcare. The Future Roadmap The leading man had multifaceted aspirations on both personal and professional fronts. Professionally as a health leader with outstanding clinical background, he aspires to have contributed to the advancement of protocols in the region and field at large, as well as promoting quality, patient safety, and experience. Further, he wishes to use his position as an academic to help coach and direct prospective healthcare professionals fulfilling the ESG requirements and achieving all the declared UN SDGs while integrating this with outstanding clinical services. He is also looking to contribute to the formation of compassionate and knowledgeable healthcare workers who will carry the torch of medical excellence in the sector by nurturing the development of upcoming healthcare leaders and establishing ethical ideals. He is excited to contribute as a manager to adopting more environmentally friendly hospital running methods.