DR. Maryam Al Suwaidi

Consultant Psychiatrist

• Arab Board of Health Specialization in Psychiatry
• Higher Professional Clinical Diploma in Psychological Skills
• Professional Diploma in Clinical Leadership, RCSI

Speaks
English - Arabic

ABOUT ME

Dr. Maryam AlSuwaidi is an esteemed Emirati specialist psychiatrist with over a decade of experience in the mental health sector in the UAE, particularly in Dubai. Her extensive training, advanced certifications, and leadership roles underscore her dedication to mental health excellence. Through her work in various specialties, including Addiction Psychiatry and Emergency Psychiatry, Dr. AlSuwaidi continues to impact the lives of many, providing critical psychiatric care and fostering advancements in mental health services.

Education

Educational Achievements and Specializations

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), College of Medicine and Health Sciences, United Arab Emirates University, 2013
• Residency training in Psychiatry, Rashid Hospital, Dubai Health Authority, 2020
• Higher Professional Clinical Diploma in Psychological Skills, 2018
• Arab Board of Health Specialization in Psychiatry, 2020
• Professional Diploma in Clinical Leadership, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI), Dublin, Ireland, 2023



Clinical Experience

Over a decade of significant contributions to the mental health sector in the UAE, particularly in Dubai

Specialist roles in prestigious medical institutions

Experience in Addiction Psychiatry and Emergency Psychiatry

Leadership roles in clinical settings, demonstrating capability in leading clinical teams and driving improvements in mental health care delivery

AREA OF EXPERTISE

• Major Depressive Disorder
• Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)
• Bipolar Disorder (including depressive episodes)
• Generalized Anxiety Disorder
• Panic Disorder
• Social Anxiety Disorder
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Schizophrenia
• Schizoaffective Disorder
• Schizophreniform Disorder
• Borderline Personality Disorder
• Avoidant Personality Disorder
• Narcissistic Personality Disorder
• Substance Dependence
• Substance Use Disorder (based on DSM-5 criteria)
• Anorexia Nervosa
• ADHD in children, adolescents, and adults
• Sleep Apnea
• Acute Stress Disorder
• Adjustment Disorder
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Intellectual Disability
• Communication Disorders
• Other Specified and Unspecified Depressive Disorder
• Grief and Bereavement