Prof Dr. Ahmed Morad Asaad | Medical Microbiology and Immunology Department /Faculty of Medicine/Zagazig University, Egypt
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🎓 Educational Background
Prof. Ahmed Morad Asaad has built an extensive academic foundation in medical sciences, dedicating his career to excelling in microbiology and immunology. His journey began with earning an MBBS degree from the Faculty of Human Medicine, Zagazig University, on October 5, 1988. He further advanced his expertise by completing a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Microbiology and Immunology on April 12, 1993. His academic pursuits culminated in a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree in the same field, awarded on November 3, 1999. This academic journey reflects Prof. Asaad’s unwavering commitment to mastering his field and contributing significantly to medical sciences.
🏛️ Professional Memberships
Prof. Asaad plays an influential role in shaping medical education and research in Egypt through his active involvement in prominent professional bodies. He serves on the Scientific Committee for the Promotion of Teaching Staff in Egyptian Faculties of Medicine under the Egyptian Supreme Council of Universities. His tenure in this esteemed committee spans 2019–2022 and the current round from 2022–2025. This role underscores his dedication to fostering teaching excellence and his influence in advancing medical academia in the country.
🔬 Areas of Research and Expertise
Prof. Asaad’s research interests focus on critical areas that address significant challenges in medical science and public health. His expertise in clinical microbiology explores the mechanisms and understanding of infectious diseases, while his contributions to mycobacteriology advance the study of mycobacterial infections. A vital area of his work is antimicrobial resistance, where he tackles the global challenge of drug-resistant pathogens. Additionally, his research and expertise in infection control are instrumental in implementing effective prevention measures within healthcare settings. These research interests highlight his dedication to improving public health through innovative and impactful studies.
Publications Top Noted📝
Susceptibility patterns and virulence genotypes of Helicobacter pylori affecting eradication therapy outcomes among Egyptian patients with gastroduodenal diseases
Authors: Asaad, A.M., El-Azab, G., Abdelsameea, E., Ansari, S., Awad, S.M.
Journal: World Journal of Gastroenterology
Year: 2023
The current monkeypox outbreak: Knowledge gaps and research priorities
Authors: Asaad, A., El-Sokkary, R.
Journal: Journal of Infection and Public Health
Year: 2023
Continuous medical education activities; Answers to Case No. 5: Infection control for MRSA transmission
Authors: Asaad, A.M.
Journal: Microbes and Infectious Diseases
Year: 2021
Continuous Medical Education Forum (CME from EB) Continuous medical education activities; Case No. 5
Authors: Asaad, A.M.
Journal: Microbes and Infectious Diseases
Year: 2021
Epidemiology of biofilm producing Acinetobacter baumannii nosocomial isolates from a tertiary care hospital in Egypt: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Asaad, A.M., Soma, S.A., Ajlan, E., Awad, S.M.
Journal: Infection and Drug Resistance
Year: 2021