Dr. Mohammed Awad brings over 20 years of extensive medical experience, including more than 5 years specializing in rheumatology. As a leading Inflammatory Disease Specialist in Abu Dhabi, he has a deep expertise in managing complex rheumatological cases, including systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), vasculitis, and other connective tissue diseases. As a highly regarded Arthritis Specialist in Abu Dhabi, he completed rigorous rheumatology training at Groote Schuur Hospital, the largest tertiary care facility in Cape Town, where he gained invaluable experience in handling a wide array of rheumatological conditions. Dr. Awad has managed emergency cases and provided both inpatient care and outpatient consultations, performing procedures such as intraarticular injections and joint aspirations. He is adept at ordering and interpreting a variety of diagnostic tests, including blood tests, ECGs, echocardiograms, and various imaging studies such as ultrasound, CT scans, and MRIs. During his Master’s research, he organized a monthly journal club and a biologic clinic, closely monitoring patients receiving biologic therapies. Dr. Awad actively participated in multidisciplinary meetings to discuss complex cases, collaborating with orthopedic and respiratory specialists and the radiology department. As an Autoimmune Disease Doctor in Abu Dhabi, Dr. Awad stays up-to-date with the latest advancements in rheumatology by attending international training workshops and conferences. He has provided training to rheumatology fellows in musculoskeletal examination techniques and joint procedures, led case presentations and journal clubs, and delivered lectures on various rheumatological topics. As an external examiner for rheumatology fellowships in Sudan, he played a crucial role in preparing and administering final examinations, which included both written and clinical assessments.