DR. SAMAR HABIB

Specialist Psychiatrist

• DHA Licensed.
• Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, Imperial College, London, U.K.
• Fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists,UK.

Fluency in English, Farsi, Hindi, Urdu, French, and Arabic allows Dr. Habibullah to cater to a diverse patient demographic, enhancing her impact on the global stage.

ABOUT ME

Welcome to the professional page of Dr. Samar Habib, a distinguished specialist in Psychiatry with a diverse and extensive background in mental health care, research, and education. Dr. Samar Habib is renowned for her commitment to providing exceptional care and her dedication to continuous learning and teaching in the field of Psychiatry.

Professional Experience

Dr. Samar Habib currently serves as the Deputy Medical Director and Specialist Psychiatrist at Dar Sanad Halfway House in Abu Dhabi, leading a multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals. With her past roles at Al Amal Hospital and Erada Center for Treatment and Rehabilitation, she brings a wealth of experience in managing outpatient clinics, inpatient care, and specialized treatments such as Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).

Education

Dr. Samar Habib's academic journey began at Dubai Medical College for Girls, where she earned her MBBS degree. Her commitment to excellence continued through her Psychiatry Training at the Dubai Residency Training Program, encompassing a wide array of subspecialties including Adult, Child and Adolescent, Addiction, and Geriatric Psychiatry.

Clinical Experience

Research and Teaching

A firm believer in the power of knowledge sharing, Dr. Samar Habib has been actively involved in research, with significant work on the management of self-harm observed by the Psychiatry Liaison team at Rashid Hospital. Her passion for education is evident in her role as an adjunct teaching faculty for medical students at the University of Sharjah and her supervision of psychiatry residents and interns.

Professional Development and Leadership

Dr. Samar Habib is a life-long learner, regularly participating in professional development activities and international conferences. Her leadership skills are exemplary, having held positions such as Class President during her time at Dubai Medical College for Girls and actively participating in the Emirates Medical Students’ Society.

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
• 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
• Body Dysmorphic Disorder
• Hoarding Disorder