Dr. Dima Abdul Jabbar | Consultant Medical Oncologist in Abu Dhabi
Free Courses
Courses for Patients
At our center, we believe healing goes beyond medical treatment. Recovery is also about knowledge, support, and community. That’s why we offer free survivorship courses designed to help breast cancer survivors and their families move forward with strength and confidence.
Free Course
Life After Cancer: Your Wellness Journey Forward
- 27th October 2025
- 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM
- BMC, Third Floor, A Elevator, HR
The Life After Cancer program is designed to support breast cancer survivors in navigating the transition from active treatment to long-term wellness. Focused on the unique needs of patients who have completed chemotherapy and radiation, this course brings together medical experts, allied health professionals, and survivors in a safe and supportive environment.
Follow-Up Protocol Table
| Risk Level | Imaging Plan | Clinical Review | Preventive Strategies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moderate Risk (15–20%) | Annual mammogram + possibly ultrasound (US) | Annual | Lifestyle changes + possible chemoprevention |
| High Risk (>20–25%) | Annual mammogram and breast MRI | Every 6–12 months | Chemoprevention, lifestyle modifications, surgical counseling |
| Known Mutation Carrier | Annual MRI starting at age 25, mammogram from age 30 | Every 6 months | Strong consideration for prophylactic surgery |
| Time | Topic & Description | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 – 12:10 PM | Opening the Next Chapter Welcome & Introduction | Dr. Humaid Al Shamsi |
| 12:10 – 12:40 PM | Mind–Body Magic Finding balance, easing stress, and exploring healing beyond medicine | Dr. Heidi |
| 12:40 – 1:10 PM | Eat Well, Feel Strong Nutrition tips for energy, weight balance, and long-term health | Dr. Noor Naji |
| 1:10 – 1:40 PM | Strong Bones, Strong You Protecting your bones during and after treatment | Dr. Dima Abdul-Jabbar |
| 1:40 – 2:10 PM | Moving Forward After Surgery Regaining comfort, mobility, and confidence | Dr. Hazem Khout |
| 2:10 – 2:40 PM | Light Steps, Healthy Lymph Physiotherapy moves and tips to prevent lymphedema | — |
| 2:40 – 3:10 PM | Peace of Mind Managing anxiety, low mood, and sleep challenges | Dr. Amir Javaid |
| 3:10 – 3:40 PM | Your Fertility Roadmap Reproductive health and intimacy after cancer | Dr. Ahmed Elbohoty |
| 3:40 – 4:10 PM | Love, Confidence & Connection Overcoming intimacy challenges and embracing body confidence | Dr. Ayat Al Hawarjeh |
| 4:10 – 4:40 PM | Oxygen Boost for Recovery How hyperbaric therapy helps healing, energy, and post-radiation care | Dr. Muhab Shafei |
| 4:40 – 5:30 PM | Celebrating You Closing remarks, connection time & refreshments | — |
Time
12:00 – 12:10 PM
Topic & Description
Opening the Next Chapter
Welcome & Introduction
Speaker
Dr. Humaid Al Shamsi
Time
12:10 – 12:40 PM
Topic & Description
Mind–Body Magic
Finding balance, easing stress, and exploring healing beyond medicine
Speaker
Dr. Heidi
Time
12:40 – 1:10 PM
Topic & Description
Eat Well, Feel Strong
Nutrition tips for energy, weight balance, and long-term health
Speaker
Dr. Noor Naji
Time
1:10 – 1:40 PM
Topic & Description
Strong Bones, Strong You
Protecting your bones during and after treatment
Speaker
Dr. Dima Abdul-Jabbar
Time
1:40 – 2:10 PM
Topic & Description
Moving Forward After Surgery
Regaining comfort, mobility, and confidence
Speaker
Dr. Hazem Khout
Time
2:10 – 2:40 PM
Topic & Description
Light Steps, Healthy Lymph
Physiotherapy moves and tips to prevent lymphedema
Speaker
—
Time
2:40 – 3:10 PM
Topic & Description
Peace of Mind
Managing anxiety, low mood, and sleep challenges
Speaker
Dr. Amir Javaid
Time
3:10 – 3:40 PM
Topic & Description
Your Fertility Roadmap
Reproductive health and intimacy after cancer
Speaker
Dr. Ahmed Elbohoty
Time
3:40 – 4:10 PM
Topic & Description
Love, Confidence & Connection
Overcoming intimacy challenges and embracing body confidence
Speaker
Dr. Ayat Al Hawarjeh
Time
4:10 – 4:40 PM
Topic & Description
Oxygen Boost for Recovery
How hyperbaric therapy helps healing, energy, and post-radiation care
Speaker
Dr. Muhab Shafei
Time
4:40 – 5:30 PM
Topic & Description
Celebrating You
Closing remarks, connection time & refreshments
Speaker
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| Time | Session | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 4:00 – 4:15 PM | Welcome & Opening Remarks | Dr. Humaid Al Shamsi introduces the gathering and highlights the purpose of celebrating survivorship. |
| 4:15 – 4:30 PM | Guest Story: Influencer & Survivor Talk | Salam Swaid — a well-known survivor shares her personal cancer journey and words of inspiration. |
| 4:30 – 5:00 PM | Interactive Session: Laughter & Real Talk |
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| 5:00 – 5:15 PM | Special Announcements |
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| 5:15 – 5:30 PM | Integrative & Alternative Medicine in Survivorship | Dr. Heidi presents holistic approaches for healing, wellness, and emotional resilience. |
| 5:30 – 5:45 PM | Game Time: “True or False?” Survivorship Edition | Fun fact-or-fiction quiz to inform, engage, and entertain participants. |
| 5:45 – 5:50 PM | Special Announcement: Burjeel Ambassador 2025/2026 | Honoring a survivor who exemplifies advocacy, positivity, and community inspiration. |
| 5:50 – 6:10 PM | Graduation Ceremony | Recognition and certificate distribution for survivors completing their treatment journey. |
| 6:10 – 6:25 PM | Survivorship Awards |
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| 6:25 – 7:00 PM | Closing, Networking & Healthy Refreshments |
|
Time
4:00 – 4:15 PM
Session
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Description
Dr. Humaid Al Shamsi introduces the gathering and highlights the purpose of celebrating survivorship.
Time
4:15 – 4:30 PM
Session
Guest Story: Influencer & Survivor Talk
Description
Salam Swaid — a well-known survivor shares her personal cancer journey and words of inspiration.
Time
4:30 – 5:00 PM
Session
Interactive Session: Laughter & Real Talk
Description
- Open discussion on survivorship challenges
- Funny questions for patients
- Funny questions for oncologists
Time
5:00 – 5:15 PM
Session
Special Announcements
Description
- Launch of the High-Risk Breast Clinic
- Launch of Breast Pain Clinic
- Introduction of the Life After Cancer course for post-treatment support
High-Risk Criteria
Patients may be referred to the clinic if they meet any of the following criteria:
1
Family History
- First degree relatives with cancer
- Male breast cancer in the family
- Young age diagnosis in relative
2
Genetic Mutations
- BRCA1/2
- TP53 (Li-Fraumeni syndrome)
- Lynch syndrome breast associated
3
Personal History
- Atypical ductal hyperplasia (ADH)
- Atypical lobular hyperplasia (ALH)
- Lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS)
Whether you're newly diagnosed, seeking a second opinion, or looking for an experienced specialist to guide your long-term care, Dr. Dima and her team are here to help—with expertise you can trust and care you can feel.
Free Program
Circle of Hope: A Survivorship Gathering
- Date: Thursday, September 3, 2025
- Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Location: Burjeel Medical Center (BMC) – Pendulum Hall
The Circle of Hope is more than an event — it is a supportive space designed for cancer survivors and their families to connect, learn, and heal together. Guided by medical experts and survivor advocates, the gathering emphasizes the importance of life beyond treatment.
