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Dr. Mohamed Ali Eltom
Internal Medicine Specialists

Dr. Mohamed Ali Eltom

Professor Dr. Mohamed Ali Eltom is a Consultant in Endocrinology and Head of the Endocrinology and Diabetes Clinic. Dr. Eltom specializes in a Swedish-Centered approach to the management of Diabetes, Thyroid, and metabolic disorders. He believes in personalized treatment plans tailored to meet the individual needs of his patients, resulting in long-term behavioral changes. Dr. Eltom is fluent in English, Arabic, and Swedish, and his professional background spans over 38 years of clinical experience. He has made significant contributions to the field of endocrinology and public health, including being elected Chairman of the International Diabetes Federation, Middle East and North Africa Region. He is also the President of the Sudan Diabetes Federation and the founder of both the Health Diplomacy Association and Health Ambassadors Organization in Sudan. Previously, he served as the Ambassador of Sudan in Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Iceland, residing in Oslo.

Areas of Expertise

  • Diabetes Mellitus (Type 1, Type 2, and pregnancy complicated by Diabetes)
  • Thyroid Disorders (Hyperthyroidism, Hypothyroidism, Parathyroid gland disorders, thyroid abnormalities during pregnancy, Thyroid cancer, and other Thyroid disorders)
  • Metabolic Syndrome Disorders (Hypertension, Cholesterol, Dyslipidemia, Obesity, Pre-Diabetes, Vitamin and Mineral deficiencies)
  • Obesity and overweight treatment with medications or bariatric surgeries
  • Pituitary Disorders and Tumors
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
  • Hirsutism
  • Low testosterone and libido evaluation and treatment

Professional Background

  • Consultant in Endocrinology & Head of Endocrinology and Diabetes Clinic – Doctors Clinic Diagnostic Center, Dubai
  • Professor of Medicine – Ahfad University, Sudan
  • Former Ambassador of Sudan in Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Iceland
  • Chairman – International Diabetes Federation, Middle East and North Africa Region
  • President – Sudan Diabetes Federation
  • Founder – Health Diplomacy Association, Sudan
  • Founder – Health Ambassadors Organization, Sudan
  • Over 38 years of clinical experience

Education

  • Medical Degree (MBBS) – University of Khartoum, Sudan
  • PhD in Endocrinology – Sweden
  • Certified Training in Endocrinology – Uppsala University, Sweden
  • Board Certified in Internal Medicine – Sweden
  • Board Certified in Endocrinology – Sudan

Languages

EnglishArabicSwedish

Dr. Mohamed Ali Eltom is recognized for excellence in patient care and dedication to advancing medical practice through evidence-based treatment approaches.