Dr. Hussein Omar
MBBS , MSc, MRCPsych FRCPsych
Psychiatrist
26 years of experience
Abu Dhabi
9 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr. Nada Omer M. Elbashir, Dr. Laila Mahmoud and 2 other professionals
26 years of experience
Abu Dhabi
9 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr. Nada Omer M. Elbashir, Dr. Laila Mahmoud and 2 other professionals
Contact
Book
About Dr. Hussein Omar
Dr. Hussein Omar is a consultant psychiatrist and Fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, UK, with a distinguished career in psychiatry that spans over 25 years.
Dr. Omar currently serves as a consultant psychiatrist at the London Consulting Medical Center in Abu Dhabi and also a consultant psychiatrist for students at New York University Abu Dhabi. He has previously held consultant positions in the National Service Hospitals (NHS England), working in prestigious university hospitals such as Imperial College London Hospitals, University College London Hospitals, King’s College London Hospitals, and St. George University Hospitals.
He is a founding member of the Association of Arab Psychiatrists in Britain since 2004 and a former member of the Examination Standards Committee at the Royal College of Psychiatrists, England. Dr. Omar has also served as a supervisor and examiner for students at Imperial College London and University College London.
Dr. Omar is the founder of the Psychiatric Club in Abu Dhabi since 2020 and a former member of the Scientific Committee of the Annual Conference of Psychiatry at the American Center for Psychiatry and Neurology in Abu Dhabi.
Dr. Omar has actively participated in numerous international psychiatry conferences, delivering talks, chairing discussion sessions, and publishing scientific research papers. He has contributed significantly to mental health awareness through articles in daily newspapers, radio and television interviews, and podcasts in London, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai. He is the creator of the “مساحة سلام" podcast, in which he hosts couargeous people who recovered from mental health issues and are keen to share their inspiring journeys with the world to instil hope for a bettr future.
Dr. Omar has authored and published research on psychological therapies for borderline personality disorder. He has also published several scientific papers in peer-reviewed international journals and presented research projects at international conferences.
Dr. Omar is among the pioneers in the diagnosis and treatment of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD) in adults since 2013. He alos has significant experience in tretaing eating disorders and personality disorders. He has a keen interest in sports psychology, focusing on mental health for athletes. Additionally, Dr. Omar is very interested in helping people who pursue personal development, psychological growth, emotional regulation.
Areas of expertise
Click the bar to read reviews or skill endorsements
Registered with
Department of Health Abu Dhabi
No. GD21341
Qualifications
Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists of England since 2020 (FRCPsych).
Certificate of completion of Training (CCT) in Adult Psychiatry, Addiction and Rehabilitation Psychaitry in 2014 : UCL higher training scheme/GMC.
Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) in medical/clinical Education from Westminsiter University 2014
Masters in Psychiatric Research (with merits) from King's College London in 2012.
Clinical certificate in psychopharmacology from the British Psychiatric Association in 2010
Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) in health research in 2009 from the University of Leeds
Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists in 2008 (MRCPsych)
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (honours), Cairo University
Languages spoken
- English
- Arabic
Other top-rated specialists in this field
Other top-rated clinics in this field
Location
All locations for Dr. Hussein Omar
(0)
Khalifa Bin Shakhbout St - Al Khalidiyah - W17-01 - Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Reviews
Hussein Omar is not actively collecting reviews right now
Skill Endorsements
"I want to take a moment to commend my colleague Dr Hussein for his exceptional skills and dedication in the field of psychiatry. His ability to empathize with patients and create a safe, supportive environment is truly remarkable.
01 Sep 2024DE
Dr. Nada Omer M. Elbashir
PsychiatristDr. Hussien is a highly skilled and compassionate psychiatrist who goes above and beyond in his care for patients. His ability to understand and express the emotions and thoughts of his patients, combined with his artistic talent, makes him particularly effective in his practice. His dedication to providing the best possible care, driven by his enthusiasm and strong moral values, ensures that his patients receive the highest quality of service. This combination of qualities likely makes Dr. Hussien a trusted and respected figure in his field, highly recommend.
30 Aug 2024
Dr. Laila Mahmoud
PsychiatristI have had the pleasure of working alongside Dr. Hussein at the American Center for Psychiatry and Neurology. He is a trusted and respected psychiatrist in the community, and his expertise and dedication to the field are truly remarkable.
28 Aug 2024MN
Mr Mohamad Naamani
PsychologistHaving worked alongside Dr. Hussein in jointly caring for patients, as well as in professional matters, I can confidently recommend him to the highest degree. He is a highly trained psychiatrist with both broad and specialized medical expertise in assessing and treating psychiatric disorders. His patients both respect and enjoy working with him. He is appropriately cautious in prescribing medications, while also respectful of the importance of taking a joint medication and psychotherapy approach when needed. It is a treat to work with a psychiatrist who not only respects psychologists, but als...
Read more
28 Aug 2024
Dr. Arlene Cooke
Psychologist