Saudi Arabia International Affairs

EXECUTIVE PROFILE

Dynamic Healthcare Leader with 25+ years of enriched experience in leading clinical operations, healthcare administration, neurosurgery, and patient consultation across top-tier medical institutions. Known for ensuring the best-in-class patient experience by creating and providing the healthcare strategy, vision, and direction. Proven track record of performing complex neurosurgical procedures and providing medical consultations. Renowned for exceptional surgical precision and patient care, specializing in brain and spinal surgeries, neuro-oncology, and minimally invasive techniques. Dedicated to advancing neurosurgical practices through continuous research and education, with numerous peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations. An illustrious record of driving advancements in pediatric neurosurgery, craniofacial, oncology, and more across regional, national, and international medical societies. Strong leader with the ability to inspire and manage diverse medical teams, drive innovation, and achieve significant improvements in healthcare delivery. CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

A compelling keynote speaker and authoritative panelist, delivering expert insights at over 70 high-profile conferences.

Celebrated for chairing the Scientific Committee of premier neurosurgical associations. Admired across the Kingdom for innovations and setting benchmarks in neurosurgery. Known for spearheading transformative initiatives at KFSH&RC. EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Master of Business Administration, Healthcare Management (Second Honor), Major in Healthcare Management, from Alfaisal University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in 2018. IFAANS, International Fellow of American Neurological Surgery (Honorific), Aug 2017.

Fellowship in Neurological Surgery, King Faisal University, Accredit equivalent to Saudi Board of Neurosurgery by Saudi Council for Health Specialties in Jun 1995. MBBS, from King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in Jun 1987. PERSONAL DOSSIER

Date of Birth: August 4, 1963

Nationality: Saudi Arabian

Languages Known: Arabic and English

CORE COMPETENCIES

SOFT SKILLS

COMPANIES ASSOCIATED WITH

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSH&RC) Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Since Nov’19 Director, Office of International Affairs

Key Deliverables:

Strategic Vision

and Planning

Medical

Leadership

Regulatory Standards

/ Compliance

ESSAM ALSHAIL

Senior Medical Leader / Consultant Neurosurgeon

Quality

Improvement

Neurosurgery

Consultation

Esteemed reputation in spearheading the provision of care, clinical outcomes, patient safety, healthcare information systems, and strategic healthcare initiatives and programs. Patient Care &

Diagnosis

Healthcare

Administration

Clinical

Governance

Pre/post

operative Care

Research &

Innovation

Staff Training &

Advancement

Healthcare

Innovation

************@*****.*** +966-********* Saudi Arabia – Riyadh Develop and implement comprehensive international strategies that align with organizational goals and objectives. Foster and maintain strategic partnerships with international organizations, governments, and institutions to advance mutual interests. Oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of international programs and initiatives to ensure they meet quality and impact standards. Advocate for policies that enhance global collaboration and address challenges, representing the organization at international forums. Spearhead the development and execution of the Institute’s international affairs vision and strategy. Champion the vision to propel KFSH&RC into a regional healthcare leader. Advocate for and elevate KFSH&RC on the global stage. Pioneer the establishment of KFSH&RC as a cutting-edge Neuroscience leader in Specialty and Clinical Sciences. King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Since May’98 Consultant Neurosurgeon, Neurosurgery Division Neurosciences Department

“Deliver world-class clinical leadership and management, ensuring the highest standard of care in the region’s leading healthcare institution.” Key Deliverables:

Surgical Interventions and Care: Provide expert surgical interventions and comprehensive care in neurosurgery, specializing in complex brain and spinal cord procedures.

Neurosurgical Procedures: Accountable for administering high-risk, intricate surgeries on the brain and spine, utilizing advanced technologies and techniques to enhance patient outcomes.

Treatment Planning: Play a significant role in creating individualized care plans based on thorough assessments, integrating diagnostic imaging, laboratory results, and patient history.

Neurological Evaluations: Conduct in-depth evaluations, including history taking and examination of patients with neurologic disorders. Medications: Arrange medications and execute the procedures when indicated by the patient’s condition or diagnosis. Physicians Coordination: Assist the physicians during brain or spine surgeries and provide postoperative care for these patients after surgery. Training Management: Teach the fellows and other health professionals regarding clinical medicine within their scope of practice. Team Leadership: Lead a dedicated Neurosurgical Consultant team comprising some of the top neurologists in KSA. Regulatory Dossiers: Lead regulatory meetings, shape submission strategies, assess safety issues, and contribute to regulatory dossiers. Patient-centered Care: Promote a patient-first approach, ensuring that care decisions are made with the patient’s best interests in mind and incorporating their preferences and values.

Patient Safety and Quality Care: Implement and strictly adhere to stringent safety protocols and standards, ensuring the highest level of patient care and minimizing the risk of complications. Active Memberships: Active member of the Brain Tumor Program, Comprehensive Neurovascular Program, and Departmental Education Committee, Department of Neurosciences.

Program Management: Innovate Neuroscience programs using advanced scientific principles and digital technology. Work as the Program Director for the National Pediatric Neurosurgery Fellowship Training. Surveyor, Training Centres & Programs at Saudi Commission for Health Specialties, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Since Nov’19 Key Deliverables:

Responsible for spearheading the regional Neurosurgery Training Program. Cultivate culturally competent physicians-in-training with innovative educational activities. Champion the establishment of elite institutions integrating education with cutting-edge research. Founder & Vice President at Saudi Society for Healthcare Ethics, Saudi Commission for Health Specialties, KSA Since Aug’19 Key Deliverables:

Found and drive a society promoting the highest ethical standards in healthcare. Create a think-tank and self-regulation body advocating globally recognized ethical policies. Ministry of Labour and Social Development, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Since Jul’19 Founder and President, Child Brain Health Association Key Deliverables:

Establish revolutionary clinical services for Child Brain Health as a global expert. Launch a charity transforming Child Brain Healthcare through support in healthcare, education, and community development. Academic and Training Affairs, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Since Mar’15 Program Director, The National Pediatric Neurosurgery Fellowship Training Program Key Deliverables:

Lead world-class interdisciplinary research programs. Drive the successful expansion of clinical projects, enhancing planning, review, and reporting practices. Propel the use of advanced medical technology and foster scientific innovation for transformational medicine. Partner on strategic initiatives and Business Development activities in Clinical Development. Saudi Commission for Health Specialties, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Since Jul’13 Chairman of the Scientific Committee, The National Pediatric Neurosurgery Fellowship Training Program Key Deliverables:

Chair the Scientific Committee, steering scientific program development. Set and approve committee agendas and documents, and orchestrate symposiums. King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Since Dec’11 Adjunct Scientist, Comparative Medicine Department, Research Center Key Deliverables:

Lead visionary research projects with strategic thinking. Publish high-impact research in top-tier journals. Identify research needs and shape Medical Affairs strategy documents like the Scientific Platform and Publication Plan. PRIOR WORK HISTORY

Saudi Health Council (SHC), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Nov’13 – Jul’17 Coordinator of the Scientific Committee for the National Neural Tube Defect Registry Saudi Association for Neurological Surgery (SANS), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia May’10 – Apr’16 Secretary of the Executive Board of Directors

College of Medicine, Medical School, Al Faisal University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Oct’08 – Oct’16 Associate Professor

King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Feb’07 – Dec’15 Head of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosciences

King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Nov’02 – Dec’15 Medical Director, Pediatric Neurosurgery Clinical Program, Neurosurgery Division, Neurosciences Department Pan Arab Neurosurgical Society, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Dec’14 – Sept’15 Chairman of Pediatric Neurosurgery Chapter

King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Riyadh, KSA Oct’11 – Oct’13 Deputy Chairman, Department of Neurosciences, Medical and Clinical Affairs King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Feb’06 – May’10 Medical Director, OR Management, Medical and Clinical Affairs King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Oct’03 – Jan’10 Director of KFSH&RC Pediatric Neurosurgery Fellowship Academic & Training Affairs Heath Outreach and Business Affairs, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Dec’01 – Dec’04 Associate Executive Director for Business Data Development, Business Program The Hospital for Sick Children, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada Jul’95 – Jun’96 Chief Clinical Fellow (Administrative), Division of Neurosurgery ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE

Department of Neurosciences Accomplishments, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Member of Brain Tumor Program, Department of Neurosciences Member of Comprehensive Neurovascular Program, Department of Neurosciences Member of Departmental Education Committee, Department of Neurosciences Program Director of the National Pediatric Neurosurgery Fellowship Training Program Head of Neurosurgery Section, Department of Neurosciences from February 17th, 2007 till Nov. 30th 2015 Established Neurosurgery Private Practice Unit at Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City (SBAHC) through Advance Medical Alliance Program in collaboration with Business Data & Development, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Developed and revised Post Insertion of External Ventricular Drain Management Clinical Pathway Member of Establishment of King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre New Tertiary Care Pediatric Hospital. Member 1st Children’s Oncology Group Site Visit Committee Deputy Chairman Department of Neurosciences since October 4th, 2011-13 Member of Integration of Neurosciences Inpatient Clinical Services Alternate Member of the Committee on Medical Staff Credentials and Clinical/Professional Privileges Member of the Welcoming Team for the Visiting Clinical Neuroscience Delegation from Johns Hopkins. Chaired AdHoc Committee on Department of Neurosciences Workload Internal Evaluation Medical Director, Operating Room Management Accomplishments, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 2006 to 2010

Associate Executive Director for Business Data and Development, Business Program Health Outreach and Business Affairs Accomplishments, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center-Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Academic and Training Affairs:

Member – Postgraduate Education Fellowship Committee Member – Fellowship Post Graduate Education Committee Medical and Clinical Affairs:

Member – Establishment of Clinical Research Department Work Group within Medical and Clinical Affairs (MCA-ED/2244/39 & MCA-ED/2381/39) Member – Fetal Diagnosis & Therapy Program Taskforce (MCO-DED: 754-27, DNS: 1548-27)

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