Prof Dr. Amar Hassan Khamis | Machine Learning for Computer Vision | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Amar Hassan Khamis | Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Amar Hassan Khamis holds a Ph.D. in Biostatistics & Genetic Epidemiology (2003) from the University of Méditerranée AIX Marseille and the University of Gazira under a sandwich program. He also earned a DEA in Biostatistics from the University of Paris XI (1994) and a certificate in Medical and Biological Studies with a focus on epidemiology and biostatistics (1991).

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🎓Academic Qualifications

Dr. Khamis boasts a robust academic background, having completed a PhD in Biostatistics & Genetic Epidemiology through a sandwich program between University of Méditerranée AIX Marseille, France, and University of Gazira, Sudan in 2003. His other qualifications include a DEA in Biostatistics from the University Paris XI, France, and a Certificate in Medical and Biological Studies with a focus on Epidemiology and Biostatistics. Additionally, he holds a B.Sc. in Statistics & Computer Science from the University of Khartoum, Sudan.

🏢Professional Career Highlights

Dr. Amar Hassan Khamis is a distinguished Professor of Biostatistics, currently serving at the Hamdan Bin Mohammed College of Dental Medicine, part of the Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU) in Dubai since January 17, 2018. Renowned for his expertise, he has also contributed as an Adjunct Professor at Ajman University, teaching Biostatistics and Research Methods for postgraduate dentistry programs. Over his extensive career, Dr. Khamis has held key academic roles at esteemed institutions like the University of Dammam, KSA, University of Khartoum, Sudan, and the Ahfad University for Women, Sudan, demonstrating unwavering commitment to the field of Biostatistics and health sciences.

📚🧑‍🏫Teaching and Mentorship

Dr. Khamis has a prolific teaching portfolio, having taught a variety of courses across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including Mathematics, Biostatistics, Research Methodology, Clinical Trials, and Epidemiology. His professional workshops on Meta-Analysis, Advanced Biostatistics, and Respondent Driven Sampling are highly acclaimed. Moreover, he has supervised numerous higher diploma, MSc, and PhD theses, playing a pivotal role in advancing biostatistical research and application.

🌐🤝Global Collaboration and Leadership

Dr. Khamis has played significant roles in global health initiatives, including consulting for WHO EMRO and conducting missions across the Eastern Mediterranean region. As a member of the Board of Research Committee of ALBASAR International Foundation and other international scientific associations, he has facilitated cross-border collaborations. His contributions to achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) in Africa highlight his dedication to improving public health outcomes.

🛠️💻Training and Skill Development

An expert in statistical computing, Dr. Khamis is proficient in tools like SPSS, Stata, R-language, and Comprehensive Meta-Analysis (CMA). He has attended several advanced training programs worldwide, including courses on Meta-Analysis, Health Management, and Population Surveys at renowned institutions such as Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Oxford University.

🏅🌟Recognition and Honors

Dr. Khamis has been acknowledged as a pioneer in biostatistics, playing a transformative role in his academic and professional engagements. He has served as an external examiner for universities across Africa and the Middle East and as a member of research ethics committees in Sudan, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.

Publications Top Noted 📝

Three-dimensional computed tomography analysis of airway volume in growing class II patients treated with Frankel II appliance

Authors: Ahmed, M.J.; Diar-Bakirly, S.; Deirs, N.; Hassan, A.; Ghoneima, A.

Journal: Head and Face Medicine

Year: 2024

Comparative Assessment of Pharyngeal Airway Dimensions in Skeletal Class I, II, and III Emirati Subjects: A Cone Beam Computed Tomography Study

Authors: AlAskar, S.; Jamal, M.; Khamis, A.H.; Ghoneima, A.

Journal: Dentistry Journal

Year: 2024

High-fidelity simulation versus case-based tutorial sessions for teaching pharmacology: Convergent mixed methods research investigating undergraduate medical students’ performance and perception

Authors: Kaddoura, R.; Faraji, H.; Otaki, F.; Khamis, A.H.; Jan, R.K.

Journal: PLoS ONE

Year: 2024

Enamel demineralization around orthodontic brackets bonded with new bioactive composite (in-vitro study)

Authors: Ali, N.A.M.; Nissan, L.M.K.; Al-Taai, N.; Khamis, A.H.

Journal: Journal of Baghdad College of Dentistry

Year: 2024

Do Hall Technique Crowns Affect Intra-arch Dimensions? A Split-mouth Quasi-experimental Non-randomized Feasibility Pilot Study

Authors: Alramzi, B.; Alhalabi, M.; Kowash, M.; Ghoneima, A.; Hussein, I.

Journal: International Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry

Year: 2024

Dr. Shaukat completed her F.Sc Pre-Medical at Kinnaird College for Women, Lahore in 1993. She earned her M.B., B.S. in Medicine from The Aga Khan University Medical College, Karachi in 1998. Her postgraduate studies include an MPH in International Health and Epidemiology from Johns Hopkins School of Public Health (2000), an Internship in Internal Medicine at State University of New York School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (2001), a Residency in Internal Medicine at the same institution (2003), and a Fellowship in Gastroenterology from Emory University School of Medicine (2007).

Current Appointments and Leadership Positions

Dr. Aasma Shaukat is the Program Director of KL2 at CTSI NYU (since January 2024). She has been serving as the Director of GI Outcomes Research and the Robert M. and Mary H. Glickman Endowed Professor of Medicine at NYU School of Medicine since July 2021. Additionally, she is a Professor of Population Health and Co-Director of the TREC Program at CTSI. She also holds a position as a Staff Physician at NY Harbor VA, New York and is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health (since May 2018).

Awards and Honors

Among her numerous accolades, Dr. Shaukat was selected for the AGA Executive Women Leadership workshop in Denver (2023) and received the ACG Colon Cancer Prevention Abstract Award in Vancouver (2023). She has been honored with the American College of Gastroenterology Governor’s Award for Excellence in Clinical Research (2020) and the AGA Young Investigator Award (2016). Other notable awards include the Champion of Colorectal Cancer Prevention Award (2014) and multiple Teacher of the Year Awards from the University of Minnesota Medical School.

Memberships and Professional Organizations

Dr. Shaukat is a Member of the Board of Trustees at the American College of Gastroenterology and the Chair Elect of the Clinical Practice Section at the American Gastroenterology Association Institute. She is also a Board Member of GIQUIC and serves on the Advisory Panel of PCORI. Her involvement includes being a Member of the DEI Committee at ASCI, Chair of the GI Field Advisory Board at VHA, and a Member of the US Multi-Society Task Force on Colon Cancer.

Research Activity

Dr. Shaukat’s research is centered around clinical, epidemiological, and translational studies focusing on colorectal cancer screening, quality indicators for colonoscopy, molecular markers of post-colonoscopy colon cancer, and chemoprevention. She is currently leading comparative effectiveness trials, including studies on fecal microbiota transplants for recurrent C. difficile infection and evaluating screening modalities to enhance colorectal cancer screening programs, especially in reducing disparities. Her expertise extends to systematic review and evidence synthesis.

Clinical Activity

Dr. Shaukat dedicates 35% of her time to endoscopy and outpatient GI clinic work, focusing on gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, both hereditary and sporadic. She has a special interest in quality indicators and the development of tools and techniques to enhance colonoscopy outcomes.

Mentoring Activity

As a dedicated mentor, Dr. Shaukat serves as Co-Director of NYU CTSI’s Training Education Research and Careers Core, overseeing educational and training initiatives across NYU. She also directs the KL2 program, mentoring KL2 scholars and K awardees to achieve independent funding. Dr. Shaukat’s mentorship extends across various roles, including primary mentoring responsibilities for junior faculty, colorectal surgery, and gastroenterology fellows. Her commitment to mentorship is reflected in her publications, where she has co-authored numerous papers with her mentees, many of whom have progressed to prominent positions in the medical field.

Teaching Activities

Dr. Shaukat plays a significant role in teaching and curriculum development. She co-directs the K to R Scholars Program at NYU and has been involved in teaching colon cancer topics to second-year medical students. Her past roles include serving as Site Director for trainee rotations at the VA Medical Center in Minneapolis, MN, and developing curriculum and journal club lectures for GI fellows.

Continuing Medical Education

Dr. Shaukat has been actively involved in continuing medical education, serving as Course Director for various ASGE and American College of Gastroenterology postgraduate courses. Her contributions to medical education extend to her role as faculty for regional conferences and her involvement in educational affairs and peer review committees.

Publications

Effect of ginger supplementation on the fecal microbiome in subjects with prior colorectal adenoma

Authors: Prakash, A., Rubin, N., Staley, C., Church, T.R., Prizment, A.
Journal: Scientific Reports
Year: 2024

Adenomas and Sessile Serrated Lesions in 45- to 49-Year-Old Individuals Undergoing Colonoscopy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Authors: Abdallah, M., Mohamed, M.F.H., Abdalla, A.O., Bilal, M., Shaukat, A.
Journal: American Journal of Gastroenterology
Year: 2024

Incidence of lymph node metastases in colon cancer: does primary tumor location matter?

Authors: Weaver, L., Mott, S.L., Thatipelli, S., Shaukat, A., Goffredo, P.
Journal: Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Year: 2024

Multilevel Interventions to Improve Colorectal Cancer Screening in an Urban Native American Community: A Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial

Authors: Shaukat, A., Wolf, J., Rudser, K., Wisdom, J.P., Church, T.R.
Journal: Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Year: 2024

Prevalence of Sessile Serrated Lesions in Individuals With Positive Fecal Immunochemical Test Undergoing Colonoscopy: Results From a Large Nationwide Veterans Affairs Database

Authors: Wilson, N., Bilal, M., Westanmo, A., Gravely, A., Shaukat, A.
Journal: Gastroenterology
Year: 2024