ASPED Committee Chairs
Casting your Votes
Committee Chairs play a vital leadership role within ASPED, responsible for guiding the work of their respective committees and contributing to the overall mission and strategic objectives of the Society. Thank you for carefully electing by casting your votes to the below nominees.
Below are the nominees in Alphabetical Order.
Communication Committee Nominees
Khalid Ibrahim Al Noaim
Nominee Communication Committee
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I am writing to express my sincere interest in serving as Chair of the ASPED Communication Committee. Having served as the Deputy Chief of the committee, I have gained valuable experience in its core functions, including overseeing social media platforms, managing website content, and coordinating effective communication strategies. This role has equipped me with a clear understanding of the committee’s objectives and the dynamic needs of our community.
In addition to my role within ASPED, I currently serve as the Head of the Department of Pediatrics at the College of Medicine, King Faisal University, and as a Consultant in Pediatric Endocrinology at Almoosa Specialist Hospital. These leadership positions have strengthened my organizational, communication, and strategic planning skills—assets I am eager to bring to the committee’s future direction.
I have been actively involved in ASPED activities and conferences over the years, and I am committed to the society’s mission. If given the opportunity, I aim to further enhance the visibility and impact of ASPED through innovative and inclusive communication initiatives.
Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the possibility of continuing to contribute to ASPED in a more significant capacity.
Salwa Abdelbagi Elhassan Musa
Nominee Communication Committee
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I’m Salwa Abdelbagi Elhassan Musa, and I am pleased to nominate myself for the position of Chair of the ASPED Communication Committee.
I believe I am well-suited for this role for several reasons. I hold multiple leadership roles across different societies, including ASPED, where I bring extensive and long-standing experience as the Deputy Chair of the ASPED Education Committee (since 2022). I also previously served as the Sudan representative and a member of the ASPED Endocrine Research Committee since 2018. In addition, I have strong connections and maintain active engagement and communication networks within numerous organizations, including ASPAED, GPED, CLAN, ESPE, and ISPAD—experiences that will strongly support me in this new role.
By chairing the Communication Committee, I am committed to working diligently to enhance the growth and visibility of ASPED, bringing energy, innovation, and purpose to amplify its voice, foster meaningful engagement across the region, and position our society as a leading authority in pediatric endocrinology both regionally and globally.
I believe I am well-suited for this role for several reasons. I hold multiple leadership roles across different societies, including ASPED, where I bring extensive and long-standing experience as the Deputy Chair of the ASPED Education Committee (since 2022). I also previously served as the Sudan representative and a member of the ASPED Endocrine Research Committee since 2018. In addition, I have strong connections and maintain active engagement and communication networks within numerous organizations, including ASPAED, GPED, CLAN, ESPE, and ISPAD—experiences that will strongly support me in this new role.
By chairing the Communication Committee, I am committed to working diligently to enhance the growth and visibility of ASPED, bringing energy, innovation, and purpose to amplify its voice, foster meaningful engagement across the region, and position our society as a leading authority in pediatric endocrinology both regionally and globally.
Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee Nominees
Ibrahim Al Alwan
Nominee Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee Nominees
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I am writing to express my interest in the Chair position for the Diabetes Research and ClinicalPractice Guidelines Committee.
I am an experienced academic leader and pediatric endocrinologist and diabetologist with over 25 years of experience in clinical research, medical education, and healthcare leadership. I currently serve as a Full Professor of Pediatrics at King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences and as a Consultant in Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes at King Abdulaziz Medical City. My background includes several senior administrative positions, such as President of Medical Education in the MENA region and Dean of the College of Medicine, where I have successfully chaired numerous high-level committees on research and strategic planning.
I have a strong track record in pediatric diabetes and endocrinology, having led national and regional initiatives and published over 70 peer-reviewed articles. Furthermore, my experience as the current Chair of the ASPED’s Endocrine Research Committee and former Chair of the Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship Scientific Committee at the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties has provided me with a deep understanding of the work required to establish and maintain high standards for research and clinical guidelines. I am confident in my ability to advance ASPED’s strategic mission in this new leadership role.
I am an experienced academic leader and pediatric endocrinologist and diabetologist with over 25 years of experience in clinical research, medical education, and healthcare leadership. I currently serve as a Full Professor of Pediatrics at King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences and as a Consultant in Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes at King Abdulaziz Medical City. My background includes several senior administrative positions, such as President of Medical Education in the MENA region and Dean of the College of Medicine, where I have successfully chaired numerous high-level committees on research and strategic planning.
I have a strong track record in pediatric diabetes and endocrinology, having led national and regional initiatives and published over 70 peer-reviewed articles. Furthermore, my experience as the current Chair of the ASPED’s Endocrine Research Committee and former Chair of the Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship Scientific Committee at the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties has provided me with a deep understanding of the work required to establish and maintain high standards for research and clinical guidelines. I am confident in my ability to advance ASPED’s strategic mission in this new leadership role.
Mohamedahmed Eltom Dafalla Eltohami
Nominee Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee Nominees
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I am writing to express my keen interest in serving as Chair of the Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee. With a strong academic foundation as an MBBS holder and Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes from the University of South Wales, alongside extensive clinical and research experience, I am confident in my ability to lead, innovate, and strengthen ASPED’s mission in advancing diabetes care and research across the region.
Over the course of my career as a general practitioner, emergency medicine resident, lecturer, and published researcher, I have demonstrated a commitment to evidence-based practice, multicenter collaboration, and the translation of research findings into actionable clinical guidelines. My publications on diabetes and iodine deficiency, coupled with my engagement in international medical organizations, have provided me with the insight and networks necessary to champion ASPED’s research priorities.
In this role, I would focus on:
- Driving impactful research initiatives by identifying priority areas, coordinating multicenter collaborations among ASPED member countries, and securing competitive research funding from relevant institutions and donors.
- Ensuring timely and authoritative guideline development by leading expert panels, aligning with international standards, and ensuring the ASPED website remains a trusted source for updated regional and global diabetes guidelines.
- Fostering a culture of ethical, collaborative, and patient-centered research, leveraging my background in medical ethics and my experience serving in review and advisory capacities.
My leadership approach is collaborative, ensuring that every committee member’s expertise contributes to the overall success of our research and guideline development efforts. I bring to the role not only the clinical and academic expertise, but also the organizational skills, strategic vision, and dedication to advancing diabetes care for both healthcare professionals and the communities we serve.
I am inspired by ASPED’s pivotal role in shaping the future of pediatric and endocrine care and would be honored to contribute my skills and experience as Chair. I welcome the opportunity to discuss my candidacy further and explore how my vision aligns with the Society’s strategic objectives.
Nouran Yousef Salah
Nominee Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee Nominees
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I’m Nouran Yousef Salah, assistant professor and manager of the Pediatric Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism Unit, Ain Shams University. I want to apply for the position of the Chair of Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee position. I’m a young clinician and researcher working in the field of pediatric diabetes, endocrinology, and metabolism since 2012. I have an H index of 9 with 75 international publications in high-indexed journals including Metabolism, Pediatric Diabetes, Diabetes/ Metabolism Research and Reviews and Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice in which I was the corresponding author and I’ve reviewed over 200 manuscripts for international journals including Metabolites. I’m an advisory board member of Diabetes Therapy and has received the ATTD breakthrough outcome award 2024 and the Ain Shams University Incentive Award 2024. I’m an active member of the ISPAD, ASPED, ESPE and ASPAE and I’m a member of the ATTD early career education committee. I attended the ISPAD Allan Drash Fellowship on 2022, the ISPAD science school 2014 and 2024 and the ESPE DOM school 2020. I’m interested in providing the best diabetes care and technology for children and adolescents in the Arab region and undergoing research aiming at prevention, early diagnosis and treatment of both T1D and T2D. Joining the Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee is a great experience I’m looking forward to.
Rasha Odeh
Nominee Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee Nominees
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As a dedicated pediatric endocrinologist with extensive experience in diabetes care, research, and advocacy, I am honored to apply for the position of Chair of Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee at the Arab Society for Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes (ASPED).
I am currently a professor of pediatric endocrinology at the University of Jordan, and I am the head of the pediatric endocrinology division at Jordan University Hospital. My clinical expertise, combined with my leadership roles, has equipped me with the skills to drive impactful initiatives in diabetes management, education, and policy in Jordan.
I am an active member and a big advocate for ASPED; I have chaired the Education Committee in ASPED this term, during which the committee was enriched with great and enthusiastic members who I was honored to work with. We held several educational activities and worked on updating the resources on ASPED’s website. Before that, I was involved with the Diabetes Committee as a deputy chair, where I was involved in many of the ASPED ISPAD diabetes academies.
I am currently the program director for the Arab board accredited pediatric endocrinology program at Jordan University Hospital, the first program to be accredited from Jordan. In addition, I was a member of the first pediatric endocrine committee at the Arab Board of Health Specializations and helped in establishing the program’s requirements and bylaws. Moreover, I advocated for the establishment of the first type one diabetes registry in Jordan and, currently, I am a very active member in a national task force group that established the initial platform of the registry.
Through the collaborative work of our group at the University of Jordan, we have put Jordan on the world map of pediatric diabetes, by publishing a plethora of articles regarding type one diabetes in Jordan and collaborating with regional and international research projects.
I am deeply committed to advancing pediatric diabetes care through collaborative efforts, fostering multidisciplinary partnerships, and implementing evidence-based strategies to address the growing burden of diabetes in children. My vision for the committee includes enhancing professional training programs, promoting regional research collaborations, and advocating for equitable access to innovative therapies. If selected, I will prioritize strengthening ASPED’s role as a leader in pediatric diabetes, empowering healthcare providers, and improving outcomes for young patients. I look forward to contributing my passion, expertise, and strategic leadership to this vital role.
Education Committee Nominees
Azad Abduljabar Haleem
Nominee Education Committee
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I am honored to express my interest in serving as Chair or member of the Education Committee. With a strong commitment to advancing educational standards and fostering inclusive learning environments, I believe I can contribute meaningfully to the committee’s mission.
Over the past 19 years, I have been actively engaged in academic leadership, curriculum development, educational policy, faculty training, head of pediatric department in college of medicine and program director of Iraqi and Kurdistan board for medical specialization in pediatric. My experience has equipped me with a deep understanding of both the challenges and opportunities within our educational system. I have successfully led initiatives aimed at improving undergraduate and postgraduate student outcomes, integrating technology into education, enhancing faculty collaboration.
I bring to this role a collaborative leadership style, a passion for innovation in education, and a strategic mindset focused on measurable impact. I am confident that, together with fellow committee members, we can further strengthen the educational vision and policies that serve our members , students and educators.
Thank you for considering my candidacy. I welcome the opportunity to contribute more significantly in this leadership role.
Basma Mokhter Srir
Nominee Education Committee
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I am Dr. Basma Al-Mukhtar Sarir from Libya, a pediatric endocrinology and diabetes consultant at Sabratha Teaching Hospital.
I obtained a specialized degree in pediatrics from the University of Jordan in 2014, a Jordanian Board in 2015, and a clinical fellowship from the Royal Jordanian Medical Services in 2016. I have nine years of experience specializing in pediatric diabetes and endocrinology. I am passionate about training and continuing medical education, having established the Human Resources Development Office at Sabratha Teaching Hospital in 2018.
I continue to work to develop the basic skills of physicians enrolled in the Arab and Libyan Board training program, as well as training nurses, paramedics, and pharmacists at the hospital. I also hold an accredited training certificate (TOT) from the Arab Council for Training in Health Programs in 2018. I also work as an Arab Board training supervisor for pediatrics and a general training supervisor for the Arab Board of Health Specialties for gynecology, surgery, and pediatrics at Sabratha Teaching Hospital since 2020. I also work as an assistant professor at the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Zawiya, teaching fifth-year medical students. Since 2017 till now.
I have believed in my mission of training, developing, and honing physicians’ scientific and practical skills to create positive, healthy environments for physicians and patients, with high-quality services.
Fahad Al-Juraibah
Nominee Education Committee
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Since 2015, I have been actively participating in ASPED’s educational endeavors and have been a member of the education committee. Over the past years, I have enjoyed the successes of ASPED and the accomplishments of the education committee. A key highlight of ASPED’s success is the establishment of educational initiatives in partnership with ESPE, ISPAD, and other international organizations such as IAS. These schools and courses have been regularly conducted, and I am proud in being part of them. I understand the responsibilities and the challenges of being a chair of education committee of a very active yet young society. I believe that I have the time, vision and the required abilities for the position. In addition, my enthusiasm, links, management experience and communication skills will enable me to promote the society, leading it to a higher level. Obviously, there will be some obstacles; however, team work and self motivation are the keys for success and these are some of my natural strengths.
Ghada M Anwar
Nominee Education Committee
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As a Head of Pediatric Diabetes and Endocrinology department/ Cairo University, with a longstanding commitment to clinical excellence, academic leadership, and postgraduate education, I am honored to express my interest in the position of Head of the Training and Education Committee or guideline development committee within the ASPED.
I have been actively involved in developing and delivering structured educational programs for pediatric endocrinology trainees, organizing workshops, and training courses at university level as well as Egyptian syndicate and Egyptian health insurance.
Also, through delivering online endocrinology and diabetes courses within Egyptian syndicates, I had the opportunity to mentoring fellows across the Arab region.
I had the opportunity to design and physically deliver adolescents medicine workshops in some Arab counties like Iraq and Jordan. Also, I am planning to deliver another one in Tunisia in October 2025 through the Arab coalition of Adolescents health and medicine.
I believe this role is a pivotal platform to enhance collaboration among training centers, harmonize fellowship curricula, and promote cross-border capacity building. My vision includes the development of standardized educational frameworks, digital learning initiatives, and the expansion of faculty development programs to empower the next generation of pediatric endocrinologists in our region.
I am confident that my experience in both academic and clinical leadership, alongside my deep understanding of the regional challenges in pediatric endocrine care, will allow me to serve the society effectively and with integrity.
Also being a member in the guideline developing groups at the Egyptian health council, my role is to bridging evidence-based practice with regional relevance, ensuring that training standards reflect both global advancements and local healthcare needs.
I have been actively involved in developing and delivering structured educational programs for pediatric endocrinology trainees, organizing workshops, and training courses at university level as well as Egyptian syndicate and Egyptian health insurance.
Also, through delivering online endocrinology and diabetes courses within Egyptian syndicates, I had the opportunity to mentoring fellows across the Arab region.
I had the opportunity to design and physically deliver adolescents medicine workshops in some Arab counties like Iraq and Jordan. Also, I am planning to deliver another one in Tunisia in October 2025 through the Arab coalition of Adolescents health and medicine.
I believe this role is a pivotal platform to enhance collaboration among training centers, harmonize fellowship curricula, and promote cross-border capacity building. My vision includes the development of standardized educational frameworks, digital learning initiatives, and the expansion of faculty development programs to empower the next generation of pediatric endocrinologists in our region.
I am confident that my experience in both academic and clinical leadership, alongside my deep understanding of the regional challenges in pediatric endocrine care, will allow me to serve the society effectively and with integrity.
Also being a member in the guideline developing groups at the Egyptian health council, my role is to bridging evidence-based practice with regional relevance, ensuring that training standards reflect both global advancements and local healthcare needs.
Nandu K.S. Thalange
Nominee Education Committee
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I am a consultant Paediatric Endocrinologist and Clinical Professor of Paediatrics in Dubai, with over 30 years of experience as a frontline clinician, educator and researcher. In the UK I developed the paediatric curriculum for the new Norwich Medical school at its inception (2002). I instigated and co-authored Essentials of Paediatrics (Elsevier) to support pediatric teaching. After relocating to Dubai in 2017 I built the endocrine service at Al Jalila Children’s Hospital, and was a core faculty member for the paediatric residency, and later, the endocrinology fellowship, whose inaugural fellows graduated in 2025 – a proud moment.
In the past, I led investigator-initiated and industry trials, including being chief investigator for two international RCTs that led to approvals for Levemir and Tresiba for pediatric use. I am currently collaborating with colleagues in Dubai and the region to develop further clinical trials and support our region in becoming active in participation and clinical trial delivery.
I regularly teach and have done more than 200 lectures globally. I am enthusiastic about introduction of innovations in care, ranging from guideline development, alternatives to (or better) dynamic tests, AI bone age, novel therapies for endocrine disorders and embracing the forthcoming technological revolution in diabetes care.
I am a collaborative individual who enjoys working with others to drive improvement, education and change. If elected, I will work to make ASPED’s educational programs the gold standard for our region: accessible, inclusive, and impactful, while fostering mentorship, empowering early-career clinicians, and ensuring our members are equipped for the technological transformation ahead. Saying that, I will be committed to building on the outstanding foundation laid by Prof. Rasha and the ASPED leadership.
Endocrine Research and Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee Nominees
Abdulsalam Abu-Libdeh
Nominee Endocrine Research and Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee
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To advance ASPED endocrine research and clinical practice and to promote members to participate in clinical study and research groups.
Major initial projects:
- Assemble leaders from the different countries and form study groups in the different sub fields of Pediatric Endocrinology such as growth, puberty, obesity, DSD, thyroid, Adrenal and Calcium homeostasis and Others.
- The task of each group would be to identify 3 clinical and 3 research projects to be implemented by members from at least 5 ASPED countries. The time line for this mission should be 6-9 months and it will include the definitions of the subjects for research and identification of the endocrinologists that will lead and participate in each group.
- Acquire funding for both clinical and basic research by approaching both ministries of health and national research funds as well as the Pharma industry when research is related to their products (GH, Decapeptyl, GLP-1, )
- Establishing an annual meeting with an organizing committee that will include primarily 5 members and the local team from the hosting country.
- Establishing competitive grants to be distributed following a scientific review and scoring.
- Strengthening the ASPED schools for Pediatric Endocrinology by recruiting the health ministry in the hosting country to support the teaching staff and facility.
Being involved in both clinical and basic research studies, my personal scientific enthusiasm that starts in clinic with the single patient and goes on into basic translational research is a model; for that I will try to promote and further establish in ASPED.
As chair of the Palestinian Pediatric Society for the last 6 years raising funds for both meetings schools and research, and the Secretary general of the Union of Arab Pediatric Societies and a member of the Standing committee in the International Pediatric Association (IPA), I believe that I could contribute to further develop the scientific skeleton of ASPED.
Amir Babiker
Nominee Endocrine Research and Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee
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Professor Amir Babiker, graduated in Sudan 1998, is a distinguished leader in pediatric endocrinology and clinical research. He is currently serves as Professor at King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences and Clinical Lead for Pediatric Endocrine/Oncology at King Abdullah Specialist Children’s Hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With over two decades of clinical and academic experience—including being an Endocrine Lead at Diana Princess hospital, UK—Prof Babiker has demonstrated consistent excellence in managing complex programs and multidisciplinary teams.
He chairs his hospital’s research committee and has held the position of Co-Chair of the Research Committee at the Arab Society of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes (ASPED) since 2019, contributing significantly to research strategy and scholarly output. His areas of expertise span diabetes, endocrine oncology, and neuroendocrinology, with 80+ peer-reviewed publications, including co-authorship of international ASPED/ISPAD clinical guidelines. A committed mentor and former director of the national endocrine fellowship program, Prof Babiker also promotes high standards in training and evidence-based care.
Renowned for his collaborative approach, he has advanced interdisciplinary care through tumor boards and research networks. He now seeks to lead the ASPED Research and Guidelines Committee to drive innovation, foster partnerships, and further strengthen the society’s academic impact.