Dr. Adil Hamed Alani

Head of Dental Department & Endodontist

Professional Summary

Dr. Adil Hamed Alani is a highly experienced Endodontist and dental leader with advanced academic qualifications and extensive regional clinical and administrative expertise. He has held major leadership roles across the UAE and internationally, with strong contributions in endodontic innovation, education, examinations, and research.

Education & Qualifications

Ph.D. in Conservative Dentistry (Endodontics)Dental School, University of Dundee, Scotland, U.K. (Apr 1986 - Aug 1990)
H.D.D. in Conservative DentistryCollege of Dentistry, University of Baghdad, Iraq (Feb 1980 - Apr 1981)
B.D.S.College of Dentistry, University of Baghdad, Iraq (1973 - 1978)
Core SpecialtyEndodontics and Conservative Dentistry

Clinical & Administrative Experience

Head of Dental Department & Endodontist
Arabian Specialist Medical Center, Al Ain, UAE | Current
Head of Dental Department, Endodontist & Director of Education Committee
Nova Medical Center, Al-Ain, UAE | Oct 2015 - Prior to joining ASMC
Medical Director & Endodontist
Archer Dental & Dermatology Center, Abu Dhabi, UAE | May 2014 - Sep 2015
Endodontist (Divisional Head of Endodontics from Oct 2000)
Tawam Hospital Dental Centre, Al Ain, UAE | Oct 1996 - May 2014
Specialist in Conservative Dentistry (Private Clinic)
Baghdad, Iraq | Sep 1991 - Apr 1993; Feb 1985 - Mar 1986
Senior Registrar / Registrar
Al Tajee Military Hospital and Kirkuk Military Teaching Hospital, Iraq | Jul 1981 - Jan 1985
Senior House Officer / House Officer
Al Rashid Military Hospital and Dental Hospital, University of Baghdad, Iraq | Aug 1978 - Jan 1980

Advanced Endodontic Practice

  • Served as Acting Director and Shift Manager in high-volume hospital settings.
  • Utilized operating microscopes for endodontic therapies.
  • Performed open apex treatments using revascularization and stem-cell based approaches.
  • Led specialist conservative dentistry and multidisciplinary treatment planning.

Academic & Teaching Experience

Lecturer (Assistant Professor)
Faculty of Dentistry, University of Malaya, Malaysia | Jun 1995 - Oct 1996
Lecturer (Assistant Professor)
Faculty of Dentistry, Tripoli University, Libya | May 1993 - Jun 1995
Lecturer & Supervising House Officer
Al Rashid Teaching Hospital, Baghdad, Iraq | Nov 1990 - Sep 1991

Teaching & Examination Roles

  • Taught Endodontics, Operative Dentistry, Cariology, and Dental Materials.
  • External examiner for Ajman University.
  • Chairman of the Endodontics Examination Board for licensure in Abu Dhabi.

Professional Memberships & Affiliations

  • Member: American Association of Endodontists, Malaysian Dental Association, and Iraqi Dental Association.
  • Managing member of the International Federation Endodontic Association (IFEA) and representative for the Iraqi Endodontic Society.
  • Founding member of the Emirates Endodontic Club.
  • Editorial board member for the Scientific Archives of Dental Sciences Journal.

Research & Publications

Published Papers12 scientific papers published in medical and dental journals.
Ongoing Research7 additional research papers currently in preparation.
ConferencesSpeaker, lecturer, and keynote speaker at 40+ national and international conferences and seminars.
Current PracticeHead of Dental Department & Endodontist at Arabian Specialist Medical Center.
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