WCM-Q Dean Receives Joan and Sanford I. Weill Exemplary Achievement Award

Doctor Javaid I Sheikh Dean of Weill Cornell Medicine Qatar

Dr. Javaid I. Sheikh, Dean of Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q), has been honored with this year’s prestigious Joan and Sanford I. Weill Exemplary Achievement Award. This distinguished accolade, presented during a special gala in New York City, recognizes Dr. Sheikh’s exceptional leadership and significant contributions to the field of medicine.

An internationally renowned medical executive and visionary in global academic medicine, Dr. Sheikh has transformed WCM-Q into a premier institution since he began his tenure as dean in 2010. His pioneering work in implementing innovative biomedical education and research programs has positioned WCM-Q as a leading institution preparing “global physician-scientists” for the 21st century. Under Dr. Sheikh’s leadership, WCM-Q has developed a comprehensive research infrastructure with state-of-the-art core laboratories that serve as national resources and address pressing health needs in Qatar and the region. His commitment to advancing medical science also led to the creation of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Center for Precision Health at WCM-Q, utilizing advanced data analytics to further Qatar’s goals in promoting scientific wellness and peak functioning.

In 2016, Dr. Sheikh played a pivotal role in establishing Precision Health Innovations and Education (PHIE), a globally interconnected forum dedicated to showcasing advancements in health professions education.

Upon receiving the award, Dr. Sheikh expressed his deep gratitude, stating, “I am incredibly humbled and honored to receive this special recognition. This award stands as a testament to the achievements made possible through the visionary leadership of H H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser and the unwavering support of H E Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani and our partners at Qatar Foundation. I would also like to extend my deep appreciation to my dedicated, talented team for making my career an exceptional journey filled with countless opportunities for both professional and personal growth. I look forward to continuing to give back to the community in my capacity as a medical doctor, academic, and human being.”

Prior to joining WCM-Q, Dr. Sheikh had a distinguished career as a professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences, associate dean, and chairman of the board at the Palo Alto Institute for Research and Education at Stanford University School of Medicine and affiliated hospitals in California.

Established in 2018 to honor Weill Cornell Medicine’s foremost benefactors, Joan and Sanford I. Weill, the award celebrates physicians and scientists whose transformational work enhances health and healthcare worldwide.

 

Source: The Peninsula Qatar