Dr. Khadija Ismail Abdelkarim

Dr. Khadija Ismail Abdelkarim

Aeromedical Examiner & Consultant Family Medicine

Aeromedical Examiner & Consultant Family Medicine

15 Years Experience

Arabic , English

About Dr. Khadija Ismail Abdelkarim

Dr. Khadija Ismail Abdelkarim Al Zarouni is a Consultant in Family Medicine and Certified Aeromedical Examiner with over 15 years of clinical experience. She holds advanced training from Harvard and has played a key role in initiatives like the DHA Headache Clinic and national health campaigns.  

Her expertise spans chronic disease management, preventive care, and aviation medical assessments. Known for her compassionate, patient-focused approach, she collaborates closely with nutritionists to deliver holistic care. Dr. Khadija empowers her patients with evidence-based guidance to achieve long-term health and wellness. 

Clinical Expertise

    • Preventive Care & Lifestyle Medicine 
    • Chronic Disease Management 
    • Acute Care: Respiratory Infections, Chest Pain, Abdominal Pain, and Headache 
    • Women's and Child Health 
    • Diabetes Mellitus 
    • Diet and Nutrition 

     


Education

    • Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery – University of Sharjah, UAE 
    • Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes 
    • Certified Clinical Research Training – Harvard International Programs 

     


Professional Experience

    • Completed medical residency training under the Dubai Health Authority 
    • Sponsored for Harvard International Clinical Research Training Courses 
    • Initiated and contributed to the setup of the DHA Headache Clinic 
    • Active in public health awareness campaigns on diabetes, heart disease, smoking cessation, osteoporosis, and vitamin D deficiency 
    • Extensive collaboration with dietitians and nutritionists for dietary and lifestyle guidance 
    • Regularly engages in multidisciplinary medical teams to enhance patient care 


Certifications & Memberships

    • Arab Board Certified in Family Medicine 
    • Certified Aeromedical Examiner – Civil Aviation Safety Authority, Australia 
    • Member of the Emirates Medical Association