Afnan Abdullah ALAwad
Khobar,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Family Medicine Consultant with established experience across clinical practice, postgraduate training, and academic administration. Holds senior leadership responsibilities within the Family Medicine Academy, with particular experience in residency operations, assessment oversight, faculty engagement, and trainee development. Known for sound judgment, reliability, and a practical leadership style, with sustained focus on standards, continuity, and steady improvement.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work history
Deputy Program Director
Family Medicine Residency Program
2023.01 - Current
- Contribute to the overall leadership and smooth running of the residency program and associated academic activities.
- Oversee trainee progress, rotations, evaluations, and key committee matters.
- Work closely with trainers, administrators, and senior leadership to maintain effective program delivery.
- Support service refinement through practical process review and measured improvements.
Head of Assessment Unit
Family Medicine Residency Program
2019.02 - Current
- Provide oversight for written examinations, OSCEs, and workplace-based assessment processes.
- Coordinate planning cycles including scheduling, examiner allocation, and result governance.
- Maintain consistent assessment standards across training sites.
- Supported the transition toward more efficient electronic assessment systems.
Family Medicine Consultant / Trainer
AlKhobar PHC
2018.11 - 2026.04
- Deliver consultant-level patient care in primary care and training settings.
- Supervise residents in clinics, consultations, and academic activities.
- Mentor trainees in professional development, wellbeing, and career planning.
Journal Club Initiative Lead
Khobar PHC
2024.01 - 2024.12
Trainers Development Enhancement Project
TOT SCFHS
2019.02 - Current
Earlier Roles
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- Family Medicine Resident, SCFHS Eastern Province (2014–2018)
- PHC Medical Director, Danah PHC (2014)
- General Practitioner, Al Khobar PHC (2014)
- Internship, King Fahad Hospital of the University (2012–2013)
Education
Master of Science - Medical Education for Healthcare Professionals
The University of Warwick
01/2026 -
Arab Board - Family Medicine
Arab Board
SyriaCertificate of Completion of Residency - Family Medicine
Saudi Commission of Health Specialties
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery - MBBS
University of Dammam
Skills
- Leadership and initiative
- Critical thinking
- Team building and engagement
- Conflict resolution and feedback
- Presentation and facilitation
- Problem solving and analysis
- Documentation Requirements
- Care Delivery
- Training And Development
Language Proficiency
Arabic: Excellent
English: Excellent
ILETS: 7.5
Overview
Family Medicine Consultant | Deputy Program Director | Medical Education & Training Leader Al Khobar / Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Research & Academic Contributions
- Published multiple peer-reviewed papers in physician wellbeing, occupational stress, adolescent health awareness, digital behavior, and public health.
- Supervisor of resident research projects and thesis work.
- Evaluator of proposals and resident research submissions.
- Contributor/Author: Essential Family Medicine book.
Professional Strengths
- Communication & Stakeholder Liaison
- Program Coordination
- Quality Improvement
- Policy Implementation
- Committee Work
- Residency Training Administration
- Assessment & Examination Management
- Faculty and Resident Support
Professional Certifications
- Certified ToT on the Go – Teaching & Assessment Facilitator, SCFHS (2022)
- Certified Item Author (CIA), SCFHS (2020)
- Case Designer Certification (2020)
Timeline
Journal Club Initiative Lead
Khobar PHC
2024.01 - 2024.12
Deputy Program Director
Family Medicine Residency Program
2023.01 - Current
Trainers Development Enhancement Project
TOT SCFHS
2019.02 - Current
Head of Assessment Unit
Family Medicine Residency Program
2019.02 - Current
Family Medicine Consultant / Trainer
AlKhobar PHC
2018.11 - 2026.04
Master of Science - Medical Education for Healthcare Professionals
The University of Warwick
01/2026 -
Earlier Roles
-
Arab Board - Family Medicine
Arab Board
Certificate of Completion of Residency - Family Medicine
Saudi Commission of Health Specialties
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery - MBBS
University of Dammam