Session 7: Advances in Pediatric Trauma & Burn Rehabilitation Care
Tracks
Plenary Hall
| Sunday, December 7, 2025 |
| 1:05 PM - 2:15 PM |
Speaker
Ms. Amabella Ong
Life Support Director
SKGH
Pediatric PEWS and RRT
1:05 PM - 1:25 PMBiography
Ms. Amabella Ong serves as the Life Support Director at SKGH, where she oversees the development, coordination, and continuous improvement of life support training and emergency response programs. In her role, she works closely with clinical teams to ensure that staff remain well-prepared, certified, and confident in delivering high-quality care during critical situations.
Ms. Ong is committed to advancing patient safety, elevating clinical competence, and fostering a culture of excellence in emergency and resuscitation practices. Known for her leadership and dedication, she plays a key role in strengthening hospital-wide readiness and supporting professional development across departments.
Dr. Mohamed Mekki
Consultant Pediatric Neurologist
University Hospital Sharjah
Management of Trauma Related Involuntary Movements
1:25 PM - 1:45 PMBiography
Dr. Mekki specializes in diagnosing and managing neurological disorders in children, including epilepsy, developmental delays, and neuromuscular diseases. He is active in clinical research, teaching, and protocol development, focusing on evidence-based care. Dr. Mekki works closely with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive treatment, improve long-term outcomes, and enhance pediatric neurological services across hospital and community settings.
Dr. Nader Francis
Consultant Pediatric Pulmonologist
Al Qassimi Women's and Children's Hospital
Pediatric Airway Clearance
1:45 PM - 2:05 PMBiography
Dr. Francis provides specialized care for children with respiratory disorders, including asthma, cystic fibrosis, and chronic lung diseases. He engages in clinical research, patient education, and development of pediatric pulmonology protocols. Dr. Francis emphasizes evidence-based, family-centered care, multidisciplinary collaboration, and training of junior specialists, improving respiratory health outcomes and quality of life for pediatric patients across the UAE.
Session Chair
Ahmed Abdelwahab
Specialist Pediatrician
Sheikh Khalifa Hospital UAE
Amnah AlAbdouli
Consultant Pediatrician
Sheikh Khalifa Hospital Fujairah
Krishna Maram
Specialist Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
SKHF