Ali Al Numairy (1956 - March 7, 2013) was a United Arab Emirates (UAE) surgeon known for his contributions in the field of plastic (cosmetic) surgery.[1]

Dr. Ali H. Al Numairy
Numairy in 2011
Born18 May 1956
Died7 March 2013
NationalityUAE
OccupationMedical Doctor
Years active1980-2013
Known forPlastic Surgery

Biography

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Ali Al Numairy was born in 1956. He became a specialist plastic and cosmetic surgeon in the UAE and was a notable figure in the medical community.[2]

Early life and education

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Ali's interest in medicine was piqued during his school days. At the age of 14, he underwent a tooth extraction that required penicillin injections, sparking his curiosity in surgical procedures. He began studying surgical techniques independently, even conducting dissections on rabbits and hens.[citation needed] He later graduated from the University of Cairo in 1979.[citation needed]

Career

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After completing his education, Ali Al Numairy worked at the Department of Health & Medical Services in Dubai. He furthered his medical expertise by working in various hospitals in and around Lyon, France, between 1980 and 1984.[citation needed] During his time in France, he specialized in maxillo-facial reconstruction techniques, microsurgery, transplantation, and aesthetic surgery. Returning to the UAE, he continued to contribute to the Department of Health & Medical Services as a Registrar and eventually rose to the position of Consultant Plastic Surgeon and Head of Plastic Surgery & Burn Injuries Unit.[citation needed] He also played a pivotal role in founding and presiding over the Plastic Surgery Society of the Emirates Medical Association.[citation needed]

Achievements

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Throughout his career, Ali Al Numairy held significant roles in the medical community, including:

  • Vice President of the Arab Medical Union since 2010,
  • President of the UAE Section of the International College of Surgeons (ICS) since 2009,
  • World Vice President of ICS since 2010,
  • Visiting Professor of Surgery at Sharjah University,
  • President of the UAE Plastic Surgery Society - EMA,
  • Secretary General of the GCC Association of Plastic Surgeons (Gulf Co-operative Council Countries) since 2007,
  • Sworn-in member of the Higher Committee of Medical Liability in the UAE,
  • Member of the Medical Legislation Committee in the UAE,
  • Member of the Higher Committee of Health Research in the UAE,
  • General Secretary of the e-Health Scientific Society (e-HSS),
  • Founder of the Emirati biker group called UAE Tigers.[1]

Death

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Ali Al Numairy tragically lost his life in a fatal motorcycle accident on March 7, 2013, around 9:35 pm. While riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle, he was involved in a collision with a vehicle driven by an individual suspected of running a red light.[1] The ruler of Dubai extended condolences to his family.[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b c d Bassam Za'Za' (8 May 2013). "Manager jailed over killing prominent UAE surgeon in bike accident'". GulfNews. Retrieved 8 May 2013.
  2. ^ "A cut to give a lift to self esteem". gulfnews. 3 January 2009. Retrieved 10 July 2011.
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