Faissal Shaheen

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Faissal Shaheen is a renowned nephrologist and medical researcher based in Saudi Arabia. He is best known for his significant contributions to the field of nephrology, particularly in the area of kidney transplantation and dialysis.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Faissal Shaheen was born and raised in Saudi Arabia. He pursued his medical education at the King Saud University, where he specialized in Internal Medicine and Nephrology.

Career[edit | edit source]

After completing his education, Shaheen joined the Saudi Center for Organ Transplantation (SCOT) where he has made significant contributions to the field of organ transplantation in Saudi Arabia. He has been instrumental in the development of the national organ transplantation program, which has significantly increased the number of organ transplants performed in the country.

Shaheen's research interests include the study of chronic kidney disease (CKD), end-stage renal disease (ESRD), and the impact of dialysis and transplantation on patient outcomes. He has published numerous research articles in these areas in reputable international medical journals.

Contributions to Nephrology[edit | edit source]

Shaheen's work in nephrology has been widely recognized both nationally and internationally. He has been awarded several prestigious awards for his contributions to the field, including the Prince Naif Award for his work in organ transplantation.

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