Dr. Mays Mudhafar Abdulghafoor is a Specialist in Paediatrics at Medcare Medical Centre.
Having trained and practised across the UAE and Canada, Dr. Abdulghafoor brings a global perspective and evidence-based approach to paediatric healthcare.
Education
MBBS from Ras Al Khaimah Medical and Health Sciences University, UAE
Certification in Basic Aviation Medicine from King’s College London, UK
Courses
She has also completed a certification in Basic Aviation Medicine from King’s College London, UK and Advanced training in Neonatal Intensive Care from the University of Calgary, Canada. She has completed Advanced Life Support Certifications including PALS, ACLS, BLS and NRP. She is accredited by the Arab Board and ACGME-I.
Job experience
She commenced her career as a Paediatric Resident at Mafraq Hospital and Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, UAE and then continued working there full-time. She then did a Residency at Alberta Health Services in Calgary, Canada. Being actively involved in medical research, mentorship and community health initiatives, she takes on leadership roles in medical outreach missions in affiliation with non-profit organisations.
Performed procedures
She has successfully managed a wide range of paediatric conditions, from common childhood acute illnesses to complex conditions and emergencies. She has played a critical role in treating severe respiratory conditions, paediatric emergencies, infectious diseases, and chronic paediatric conditions.
She also ensures neurological and complex chronic condition surveillance.