Global Health and Disability

Dr. Abdulqadir is Assistant Executive Director of Nursing & Midwifery for Research at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC). He holds a BSN (2007) and M.Sc. (2011) from Hashemite University (HU), Jordan. He completed a 12-month cancer biology and therapeutics (CBT) program at Harvard University and has published more than 600 papers in peer-reviewed journals, boasting an h-index of 30 and i10-index of 97. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in health sciences at the College of Health Sciences, Qatar University (QU). In his capacity as Editor and Peer Reviewer, he collaborates with numerous esteemed journals, contributing to the upholding of academic integrity and the dissemination of scientific discoveries. He concentrates on integrating artificial intelligence within nursing and healthcare frameworks, which is pivotal in revolutionizing patient care and operational efficiency. Additionally, he is deeply involved in investigating iron overload complications in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD).Mr. Abdullah Al Shami is Specialist in pediatric physiotherapy with over 19 years of experience in pediatric rehabilitation. Having earned his B.Sc. in physiotherapy in 2005, Abdullah has been actively involved in international professional development throughout his career. He has made significant contributions to the field through numerous publications, professional education, and participation in various international conferences. His research primarily focuses on the impact of environmental factors on the neurodevelopment of preterm infants and those with brain injuries, aiming to advance their treatment and care. In his role with leading committees dedicated to disability, Abdullah has greatly enhanced communication strategies and facilitated professional discourse. He has also collaborated on a range of research projects and continues to contribute to advisory boards and professional associations focused on childhood development and disabilities.

• Introduction to Disability in Low- and Middle-Income Countries.- Healthcare Access for People with Disabilities in LMICs: A Literature Review.- Educational Inclusion for People with Disabilities in LMICs: Reviewing the Evidence.- Employment and Disability in LMICs: An Analytical Review.- Socio-Cultural Perceptions of Disability in LMICs: A Literature-Based Analysis.- Disability Rights and Policy in LMICs: A Review of Legal and Advocacy Literature.- Innovations and Future Directions in Disability Research and Practice.