Dr. Hassan Bassiouni
Professor and Head of the Department of Rheumatology at Al-Azhar University
He earned his Master’s degree in 1982 and his Doctorate in Rheumatology and Rehabilitation in 1985 from Al-Azhar University. Following more than a decade of sustained academic research and clinical work, he was promoted to Professor of Rheumatology in 1995, with further subspecialty training in osteoporosis through advanced programs in Belgium.
In his academic role, Dr. Bassiouni oversees inpatient and outpatient clinical services, mentors junior physicians, and leads the development of research protocols. His primary professional focus is clinical trials and translational research, through which he has contributed significantly to advances in rheumatology and patient care.
He also serves as Secretary General of the Ethical Committee at Al-Azhar University, playing a key role in ensuring ethical governance and integrity in medical research. Internationally, Dr. Bassiouni is a recognized speaker and has presented his work across Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa.
Dr. Bassiouni is the founding president of the Updated Rheumatology Foundation, an initiative dedicated to advancing clinical research and modern therapeutic practices in rheumatology in Egypt. His greatest professional fulfillment comes from improving patient outcomes through the responsible adoption of new treatments and evidence-based innovations.