Dhebaiba@ksau-hs.edu.sa 95,268

Dr. Ali Al Dhebaib

Associate Professor

Dr. Ali Al Dhebaib is a highly esteemed Associate Professor in the Radiological Sciences Department at the College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences (KSAU-HS). His illustrious academic career is marked by a PhD and MSc in Vascular Ultrasound from the prestigious Imperial College London, a testament to his deep expertise in the field. Additionally, he holds a Master of Medical Education (MME) from KSAU-HS, demonstrating his commitment to both research and pedagogical excellence.

Dr. Al Dhebaib's professional standing is further solidified by his licensure as a Consultant Specialist in Clinical Ultrasound from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties. Since 2020, he has served as the Chairperson of the Radiological Sciences Department, spearheading advancements in the field and fostering a thriving academic environment.

Dr. Al Dhebaib's research portfolio is extensive and impactful. His publications span a wide range of topics within radiological sciences, including technical advancements in computed tomography, radiation dose assessment for medical workers, and investigations into brain microstructural alterations in various diseases. He has authored and co-authored numerous articles in esteemed journals such as the Journal of Research in Medical and Dental Science, Solid State Technology, Brain Sciences, and Scientific Reports. His research not only contributes to the body of knowledge in the field but also has practical implications for patient care and the safety of medical professionals.

Beyond research, Dr. Al Dhebaib is a dedicated educator. He has developed an integrated ultrasound curriculum for medical students, underscoring his commitment to nurturing the next generation of healthcare professionals. His certifications in Clinical Case Design and Item Writing from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties further attest to his proficiency in medical education.

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EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

DEGREES

PhD in Vascular Ultrasound, Imperial College London, United Kingdom.

M.ME. in Medical Education, King Saud bin Abdul-Aziz University for Health Science, Saudi Arabia

MSc in Vascular Ultrasound, Imperial College London, United Kingdom.

BSc in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Weber State University, USA.

BSc in Radiological Sciences, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Associate Professor, Radiological Sciences Department, College of Applied Medical Sciences, KSAU-HS, 2022 – Present.

Assistant Professor, Radiological Sciences Department, College of Applied Medical Sciences, KSAU-HS, 2015 – 2022.

Vascular Sonography Scientist, Vascular Laboratory, Vascular Surgeon Department, King Abdulaziz Medical City, Saudi Arabia, 2016 – Present.

Senior Ultrasound Technologist, Medical Imaging Department, King Abdulaziz Medical City, Saudi Arabia, 1999 – 2001.

Ultrasound Technologist, Medical Imaging Department, King Fahad National Guard Hospital, Saudi Arabia, 1998 – 1999.

MRI Technologist Training, Medical Imaging Department, King Fahad National Guard Hospital, Saudi Arabia, 1998 (3 months).

Radiological Technologist, Medical Imaging Department, King Fahad National Guard Hospital, Saudi Arabia, 1997 (1 month).

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSIGNMENTS:

Chairperson, Radiological Sciences Department, College of Applied Medical Sciences, KSAU-HS, 2020 – Present.

Director, Radiological Sciences Department, College of Applied Medical Sciences, KSAU-HS, 2016 – 2020.

Supervisor Diagnostic Sonography Imaging, King Abdulaziz Medical City, Saudi Arabia

HONORARY DEGREE &AWARDS

2022: Received a letter of appreciation from the CAMS Dean for “the dedication and valuable participation, teamwork, collaboration with the college” during the Academic Year OF Virus Corona Pandemic AY 2019/2020, COAM, KSAU-HS.

2002: Graduated with a First-Degree Honor from Weber State University, Utah, USA. GPA: 4 OUT OF 4

2014: Academic Excellence Award for AY 2013-2014, Saudi Arabian Cultural Bureau in London.

Research Interests / Collaborations

International collaboration: appointment as Co-supervisor of PhD student at Imperial College London, United Kingdom

Local collaboration: Participated and conducted several research projects with our national collaborator from Prince Sattam University King Saud University, KSA.

Publications

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PUBLICATIONS

Khanagar, S.B.; Albalawi, F.; Alshehri, A.; Awawdeh, M.; Iyer, K.; Alsomaie, B.; Aldhebaib, A.; Singh, O.G.; Alfadley, A. Performance of Artificial Intelligence Models Designed for Automated Estimation of Age Using Dento-Maxillofacial Radiographs—A Systematic Review. Diagnostics 2024, 14, 1079. https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics14111079

Khanagar SB, AlBalawi F, Alshehri A, Awawdeh M, Iyer K, Kumar Bijai L, Aldhebaib A, Gokulchandra Singh O. Unveiling the Impact of Electronic Cigarettes (EC) on Health: An Evidence-Based Review of EC as an Alternative to Combustible Cigarettes. Cureus. 2024 Mar 19; 16(3):e56451. doi: 10.7759/cureus.56451. PMID: 38638766; PMCID: PMC11024731.

Khalid M Alshamrani, Abdulkader A Alkenawi, Reham E Kaifi, Khaled A Alhulil, Wael Munshi, Abdulaziz F Alqurayqiri, Faisal A Alshehri, Hawazen I Abdulmannan, Enas M Ghulam, Sameer E Tasslaq, Ali M Aldhebaib. The barriers, motives, perceptions, and attitudes toward research among radiology practitioners and interns in Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional study. Sec. Healthcare Professions Education. Volume 10 - 2023 | https://doi.org/10.3389/fmed.2023.1266285

Khanagar, S.B.; Alkadi, L.; Alghilan, M.A.; Kalagi, S.; Awawdeh, M.; Bijai, L.K.; Vishwanathaiah, S.; Aldhebaib, A.; Singh, O.G. Application and Performance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Oral Cancer Diagnosis and Prediction Using Histopathological Images: A Systematic Review. Biomedicines 2023, 11, 1612. https://doi.org/10.3390/biomedicines11061612

Aldhebaib, Ali and Haq, Fayazul and Singh, Oinam Gokulchandra and Haq, Ikram UL (2023) A Scientometric Analysis of Scholarly Literature on Radiological Sciences from Saudi Arabia over the Last Thirty-Five Years (1985-2020). JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND DIAGNOSTIC RESEARCH, 17 (6). TC01-TC05. ISSN 2249782X

Abdulrahman Alfuraih, Mohammed Alsaadi, and Ali Aldhebaib. Job Satisfaction of Radiographers in Saudi Arabia. American Society of Radiologic Technologists. radtech January/February 2022 vol. 93 no. 3 268-277.

W. Ali, A. Sulieman, Nissren Tamam, N. Boshara, A. Aldhebaib, M. Alkhorayef, Mayeen Uddin Khandaker, D.A. Bradley, Estimation of patients organ doses and staff exposure during bone scan examination, Radiation Physics and Chemistry, Volume 188, 2021, 109693, ISSN 0969-806X, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radphyschem.2021.109693 .

Development of an Integrated Ultrasound Curriculum for Medical Students. Journal of Research in Medical and Dental Science 2021, Volume 9, Issue 3, Page No: 141-153.

Aldhebaib, A. Singh, O. Haq, F. ZH, Baladi: Technical and Clinical Advances in Computed Tomography. Solid State Technology; volume: 63 Issue: 6, Publication year: 2020.

Aldhebaib, A., Singh, O. Haq, F., Alharbi etc: A cross Sectional Study based on the assessment of the Radiation dose for Medical Radiation Workers. King Khaled University. Journal of Health sciences.

Aldhebaib. A. SA Alqarni, ZH Baladi: Encompassing the Prolific Literature On Computer-Assisted Tomography Published from 1974 – 2019. Solid State Technology; volume: 63 Issue: 6, Publication year: 2020.

Mapping the Contribution and Participation of Saudi Institutes in Research Associated with Radiological Sciences from 2014 to 2018. Biosc.Biotech.Res.Comm. Special Issue,Vol 13 No 15 (2020) PP -126-130.

Alotaibi, Abdulmajeed; Tench, Christopher; Stevenson, Rebecca; Felmban, Ghadah; Altokhis, Amjad; Aldhebaib, Ali; Dineen, Rob A.; Constantinescu, Cris S.; Quattrocchi, Carlo Cosimo : Investigating Brain Microstructural Alterations inType 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Using Diffusion Tensor Imaging: A Systematic Review.

Alotaibi, Abdulmajeed; Anna Podlasek Altokhis, Amjad; Aldhebaib, Ali: Investigating Microstructural Changes in White Matter in Multiple Sclerosis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Neurite Orientation Dispersion and Density Imaging: Brain Sci. 2021, 11(9), 1151.

Al-Mohammed, H.I., Sulieman, A., Mayhoub, F.H. et al. Occupational exposure and radiobiological risk from thyroid radioiodine therapy in Saudi Arabia. Sci Rep 11, 14557 (2021).

W. Ali, A. Sulieman, Nissren Tamam, N. Boshara, A. Aldhebaib, M. Alkhorayef, Mayeen Uddin Khandaker, D.A. Bradley : Estimation of patients organ doses and staff exposure during bone scan examination,Radiation Physics and Chemistry,

Alqahtani S, Alhawiti N. Administration of testosterone improves the prothrombotic and antifibrinolytic parameters associated with its deficiency in an orchidectiomized rat model. Platelets 2019; 30(5):624-30.

Aldhebaib, A., Singh, O., Almutlaq, Z., Alaqeel, A., Alkhalifah, R. S., Alnasser, T. N.,Alharbi, F. F., & Alshaalan, F. H. (2018). A Study Based on Perception towards the Radiation Exposure to Adult Patients at King Abdul-Aziz Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research, 26(9), 1-11.

Aldhebaib, A., Singh, O., Almutlaq, Z., Haq, F., Alharbi, A. A., Alotaibi, F., Alkhulaifi, A., Albaijan, M., & Alharbi, K. (2018). Assessment of Clinical Outcomes of Outpatients Following Chest X-ray Imaging Performed at King Abdul–Aziz Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research, 28(4), 1-9.

SCIENTIFIC MEMBERSHIPS AND ACTIVITIES

MEMBERSHIP

Member of the Saudi Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging.

Chairperson of Radiology Technology Examination Committee for Postgraduate Studies, Saudi Commission for Health Sciences Specialist, KSA.

Member, Scientific Council and Training Program committee for Radiology Technology, Saudi Commission for Health Sciences Specialist, KSA.

Member, Study and Develop Standards for the use of simulation tools in Clinical Examination for High Stakes Exam, Saudi Commission for Health Sciences Specialist, KSA.

CONTACT INFORMATION

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Office location/number: College of Applied Medical Sciences

Phone: +966 11 4299999 Ext: 95268

Email: Dhebaiba@ksau-hs.edu.sa