Dr. Dima Abdul Jabbar | Consultant Medical Oncologist in Abu Dhabi
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.
High-Risk Oncology Clinic Proposal
Objective
To establish a dedicated High-Risk Clinic for individuals at elevated risk of developing cancer due to genetic predisposition, strong family history, or predisposing conditions. The goal is early detection, personalized surveillance, genetic counseling, and preventive care to reduce cancer incidence and mortality.
- BRCA1/2 or other pathogenic mutations (e.g., TP53, PTEN, CHEK2)
- Strong family history of breast, ovarian, colon, pancreatic, or prostate cancers
- Personal history of atypical hyperplasia, LCIS, or multiple primary cancers
- Genetic syndromes (e.g., Lynch syndrome, Li-Fraumeni, Cowden, Peutz-Jeghers)
- History of prior chest irradiation
Clinic Components
Genetic Counseling & Testing
- Pre and post-test genetic counsel
- In-house or partnered molecular
Risk Assessment & Stratification
- Use of validated tools
- (e.g., Tyrer-Cuzick, BOADICEA)
Personalized Screening & Surveillance
- Early MRI for breast patients
- Annual skin or body mapping
Preventive Interventions
- Chemoprevention (e.g,Tamoxifen)
- Colonoscopy based on family history
Psychosocial Support
- Fertility Counseling
- Psychiatric Screening
High-Risk Criteria
Patients may be referred to the clinic if they meet any of the following criteria:
Family History
- First- or second-degree relatives with cancer
- Male breast cancer in the family
- Young age at diagnosis among relatives
Genetic Mutations
- BRCA1/2
- TP53 (Li-Fraumeni syndrome)
- Lynch syndrome (if associated with breast)
Personal History
- Atypical ductal hyperplasia (ADH)
- Atypical lobular hyperplasia (ALH)
- Lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS)
Staffing
- Medical oncologist (lead)
- Genetic counselor(s)
- Nurse coordinator
- Surgical breast /GYN oncologist
- Psychologist
- Radiologist
- Administrative assistant
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 |
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| 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 |
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Breast Cancer Management
Dates: Wednesday & Thursday, November 2025
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM each day
Venue: Burjeel Cancer Institute / Burjeel Medical City (BCI/BMC)
| 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 | — |
Day 1 – Wednesday
8:00 – 8:30 AM
Cracking the Code of Breast Imaging — Choosing the Right Tool: Mammogram, MRI, or Ultrasound for Every Age
Day 1 – Wednesday
8:30 – 9:00 AM
Inside the Tumor — Pathology Secrets That Shape Treatment Decisions
Day 1 – Wednesday
9:00 – 9:30 AM
Before or After Surgery? — Mastering the Adjuvant vs. Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Decision
Day 1 – Wednesday
9:30 – 10:00 AM
Hot Topics in Breast Cancer Care — What’s New and What Really Matters (TBD)
Day 1 – Wednesday
10:00 – 10:30 AM
From Chemo to Scalpel — Surgical Decision-Making After Neoadjuvant Therapy
Day 1 – Wednesday
10:30 – 10:45 AM
Coffee & Networking Break
Day 1 – Wednesday
10:45 – 11:00 AM
Pearls from the Clinic — Practical Management Tips (TBD)
Day 1 – Wednesday
11:00 – 11:30 AM
Radiation or Not? — Knowing When to Skip Safely
Day 1 – Wednesday
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Hormonal Therapy Playbook — Picking the Right Agent and Duration for Success
Day 1 – Wednesday
12:00 – 1:00 PM
Lunch Break
Day 1 – Wednesday
1:00 – 5:00 PM
Hands-On Masterclass — Breast Cancer Case Simulations & Skills Training
Day 2 – Thursday
8:00 – 10:00 AM
Inside the Multidisciplinary Mind — Live Tumor Board Experience
Day 2 – Thursday
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Hands-On Masterclass (continued)
Day 2 – Thursday
12:00 – 1:00 PM
Lunch Break
Day 2 – Thursday
1:00 – 1:30 PM
Fighting the Fatigue — Proven Strategies to Overcome Post-Treatment Exhaustion
Day 2 – Thursday
1:30 – 2:00 PM
Strong Mind, Strong Body — Tackling Depression, Insomnia & Anxiety After Cancer
Day 2 – Thursday
2:00 – 2:30 PM
The Motherhood Question — When Is It Safe to Get Pregnant After Breast Cancer?
Day 2 – Thursday
2:30 – 2:33 PM
Transition Break
Day 2 – Thursday
2:33 – 3:00 PM
Let’s Talk About Intimacy — Sexual Wellness & Body Confidence After Cancer
Day 2 – Thursday
3:00 – 3:30 PM
Coffee & Networking Break
Day 2 – Thursday
3:30 – 4:00 PM
Balancing the Scales — Smart Weight Management on Hormonal Therapy
Day 2 – Thursday
4:00 – 4:30 PM
The Pill Dilemma — Boosting Treatment Adherence & Compliance
Day 2 – Thursday
4:30 – 5:00 PM
Side Effect SOS — Mastering Hormonal Therapy Tolerance for Long-Term Success
| Day | Time | Session Title |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 – Wednesday | 8:00 – 8:30 AM | Cracking the Code of Breast Imaging — Choosing the Right Tool: Mammogram, MRI, or Ultrasound for Every Age |
| 8:30 – 9:00 AM | Inside the Tumor — Pathology Secrets That Shape Treatment Decisions | |
| 9:00 – 9:30 AM | Before or After Surgery? — Mastering the Adjuvant vs. Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Decision | |
| 9:30 – 10:00 AM | Hot Topics in Breast Cancer Care — What’s New and What Really Matters (TBD) | |
| 10:00 – 10:30 AM | From Chemo to Scalpel — Surgical Decision-Making After Neoadjuvant Therapy | |
| 10:30 – 10:45 AM | Coffee & Networking Break | |
| 10:45 – 11:00 AM | Pearls from the Clinic — Practical Management Tips (TBD) | |
| 11:00 – 11:30 AM | Radiation or Not? — Knowing When to Skip Safely | |
| 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Hormonal Therapy Playbook — Picking the Right Agent and Duration for Success | |
| 12:00 – 1:00 PM | Lunch Break | |
| 1:00 – 5:00 PM | Hands-On Masterclass — Breast Cancer Case Simulations & Skills Training | |
| Day 2 – Thursday | 8:00 – 10:00 AM | Inside the Multidisciplinary Mind — Live Tumor Board Experience |
| 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Hands-On Masterclass (continued) | |
| 12:00 – 1:00 PM | Lunch Break | |
| 1:00 – 1:30 PM | Fighting the Fatigue — Proven Strategies to Overcome Post-Treatment Exhaustion | |
| 1:30 – 2:00 PM | Strong Mind, Strong Body — Tackling Depression, Insomnia & Anxiety After Cancer | |
| 2:00 – 2:30 PM | The Motherhood Question — When Is It Safe to Get Pregnant After Breast Cancer? | |
| 2:30 – 2:33 PM | Transition Break | |
| 2:33 – 3:00 PM | Let’s Talk About Intimacy — Sexual Wellness & Body Confidence After Cancer | |
| 3:00 – 3:30 PM | Coffee & Networking Break | |
| 3:30 – 4:00 PM | Balancing the Scales — Smart Weight Management on Hormonal Therapy | |
| 4:00 – 4:30 PM | The Pill Dilemma — Boosting Treatment Adherence & Compliance | |
| 4:30 – 5:00 PM | Side Effect SOS — Mastering Hormonal Therapy Tolerance for Long-Term Success |
