Dr. Ahemd AK Hassoun

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Experience: 28 years of experience
Hospital: Fakeeh University Hospital, Dubai

About

About Dr. Ahemd AK Hassoun Dr. Ahemd AK Hassoun is an American Board Certified Endocrinologist possessing 28+ years of experience within the endocrinology domain. He is well trained in treating all types of diabetes, obesity, thyroid diseases & tumors, hypertensive disorder, etc. He attained fellowships from the American College of Physicians and the American College of Endocrinology. He is professionally affiliated with various organizations including the American Diabetes Association (ADA), the Endocrine Society (ES), and the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE). He plays a key role in developing and updating the UAE Diabetes guidelines, educating and training doctors and other healthcare providers in the endocrinology domain.  He is a co-founder of the monthly UAE Endocrinology meetings (Endocrine club), which was established in the year 2002. He bagged several awards including the 2019 ‘Ibn Sina Distinguished Service Award’ the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists – Gulf Chapter. He has authored and co-authored over 50 articles in the area of endocrinology.

Special Interest

Diabetology – all types of diabetes (2, 1, gestational & others)
Obesity, metabolic syndrome, pre-diabetes
Thyroid diseases and tumors (including pregnancy related)
Bone and Mineral disorders (including osteoporosis, parathyroid gland, and calcium)
Hypertensive disorder (secondary and resistant)
Adrenal gland diseases and tumors
Pituitary gland disease and tumors
Male hormone disorders (including erectile dysfunction, gynecomastia, and hypogonadism)
Female hormone disorders (including polycystic ovarian syndrome, and hypogonadism)