Prof. Dr. Humaid Al Shamsi is the Founder and Director of the Medical Oncology Service at Burjeel Medical City. He is a renowned doctor with rich experience in the field of Oncology. He also extends his service as the President of the Emirates Oncology Society and Adjunct Clinical Professor of Oncology at the College of Medicine at the University of Sharjah. He is pioneering the UAE Oncology field to provide the best cancer care for the UAE and the region.
Know the Patient-Friendly Middle East Cancer Specialist

Prof. Dr. Humaid Obaid bin Harmal Al Shamsi
CEO of Burjeel Cancer Institute ( BCI ) Comprehensive Cancer Center
Consultant & Director Oncology Services, Burjeel Holdings
United Arab Emirates

Extensive Expertise & Training
He boasts an impressive academic background. He earned hismedical degree from Ireland’s National University and completedfellowships in Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, GastrointestinalOncology, and Palliative Care at McMaster University in Canada.He holds board certifications in both Internal Medicine and Oncologyfrom the UK, USA, and Canada. This unique combination ofqualifications makes him the UAE’s only physician specializing inGastrointestinal Oncology.

Research and Publications
Actively contributes to advancing cancer research. He has authoredover 120 peer-reviewed articles in renowned journals, focusing onprecision oncology and cancer care in the UAE. He is credited withco-authoring a groundbreaking paper identifying a new subgroup ofcolorectal cancer in 2016 (JCO – Non BRAF V600 CRC)

A Passion for Public Awareness
Beyond his academic achievements, Prof. Al-Shamsi demonstratesa strong commitment to public education. He leverages social mediaplatforms to raise awareness about cancer and advocate for earlydetection. With over 200,000 followers across various platforms,he is recognized as the world’s most-followed oncologist on socialmedia.

Leadership and Recognition
Prof. Al-Shamsi’s dedication has garnered him numerous accolades.He received the prestigious Feigenbaum Leadership ExcellenceAward in 2022 for his leadership and research contributions. TheEmirates Oncology Society has also named him Researcher of theYear in 2020 and 2021.

A Pioneering Author
His passion for knowledge extends beyond research articles. Prof.Al-Shamsi authored the first book on cancer research in the UAEand the first book on cancer in the Arab world, both launched atDubai Expo 2020. “Cancer in the Arab World” has been downloadedover 400,000 times, highlighting its impact. He also edited the firstcomprehensive book on cancer care in the UAE, documenting thecountry’s progress in the fight against cancer.

A Driving Force in Cancer Care
He continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of oncologyfor the UAE and the Gulf countries.