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Research Mission and Strategy

At Sidra Medicine, we envision a future where transformative research is not confined to labs but is integrated into every patient’s journey. This vision fuels our mission to redefine healthcare by making research the cornerstone of exceptional patient care.

Every individual who walks through our doors benefits from the latest advancements in medicine, thanks to seamless access to cutting-edge technologies and research-driven treatments.

Our dedicated research teams work hand-in-hand with medical staff across all departments, ensuring that scientific breakthroughs translate directly into tangible improvements in patient outcomes.

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Sidra Medicine is a state-of-the-art facility committed to providing women and children in Qatarwith world-class tertiary healthcare services. We are here for healthier and happier families.

– Prof. Khalid Fakhro –

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Leadership Team

Khalid A. Fakhro, PhD

Chief Research Officer and Chair of the Precision Medicine Program, Sidra Medicine | IRC Member

Professor of Genomics, College of Health and Life Sciences, HBKU

Muhammad Ali Hameed, CLSSBB , CPA , MBA , P.Eng , PMP

Executive Director, Research Core Facilities | IRC Member

Sonia Davila, PhD

Executive Director – Translational Medicine | IRC Member

Marla Beerens, PhD

Director - Research Operations, Innovation and Strategy

Related News

4 February, 2026

Sidra Medicine Signs MoU with Builders VC MENA to Advance Healthcare Innovation

Sidra Medicine has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Builders VC MENA. The MoU is aimed at strengthening collaboration in healthcare innovation, supporting the development of emerging medical technologies,

22 January, 2026

Msheireb Museums and Sidra Medicine Kick Off 2026 Science Café Series on Stem Cells

Msheireb Museums and Sidra Medicine hosted the first Science Café session of 2026, marking the third year of their collaboration to bring scientific knowledge closer to the public. The session, titled Stem Cells in Precision Medicine: From Research to Reality, took place at Bin Jelmood House, Msheireb Museums, on Wednesday.

20 January, 2026

Sidra Medicine and King’s College London Joint Research Sheds Light on Genetic Diversity in Qatar

Sidra Medicine and King’s College London have produced the most detailed map to date of large-scale genomic differences in the Qatari population. The research, funded by Qatar Research, Development and Innovation Council, provides a clearer picture of the genetic diversity of Arabs and the relationships between genetic variations and health and disease.