WINNERS Of DHCA EXCELLENCE AWARDS

> Applied Sciences Research Leontios Hadjilentiadis, professor, Khalifa University

For his Type of Mood app

> Basic Sciences Research Taleb H. Al Tel, professor, Sharjah University

For his research in the development of a unique 3D chemical molecule that has a significant role in developing lead drug candidates that can treat cancer and other diseases

> Distinguished Nurse

Rim Kassem Youssef, ER manager, Emirates Specialty Hospital For developing and implementing nursing policies for the hospital

> Hospital Innovation

Al Jalila Children’s Specialty Hospital’s hearing restoration programme

Provides a full spectrum of care for patients with suspected or proven hearing disorders, optimising the use of time and resources > Outpatient Innovation Igenomix, a genetic company focused on the reproductive segment. For providing their patented genetic test, Endometrial Receptivity Analysis

> Distinguished Physician

Dr Al Dahmi, consultant general surgeon

For performing more than 60 life-saving lung resections, pancreatic resections for cancer, and liver resections, among others

> Inspiring Woman

Dr Reem Al Gurg, director of strategy and institutional excellence and assistant professor, Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences For her inspirational leadership, excellence in healthcare, and contribution to society

> Distinguished Allied Healthcare Professional

Dana Al Hamwi, clinical dietitian and owner, Dr Dana Diet Centre For her contribution to raising public awareness on health and wellness

> Young Professional

Zahir Zouheir Kaouche, orthodontist, Dubai Dental Hospital For his outstanding career achievements which include community-based services