
About Dr. Rana Mahmood
Dr. Rana Irfan Mahmood is a British-trained Clinical and Radiation Oncologist with over 20 years of clinical experience. He worked at leading NHS hospitals in the UK and major hospitals in the Middle East. Dr.
Mahmood specialises in image-guided radiotherapy, brachytherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted cancer treatments. He is committed to providing safe, personalised, and evidence-based cancer care.
Why Choose Dr. Rana Mahmood?
- Advanced Cancer Treatments: First and only specialist in the UAE to offer gynaecological hybrid interstitial brachytherapy and prostate HDR brachytherapy.
- International Experience: Previously served as Clinical Director of cancer services at Colchester and Ipswich hospitals in the UK and helped establish intra-operative radiotherapy services at King Faisal Specialist Hospital in Riyadh.
- Research Leader: Has been the principal investigator for several international cancer research trials, including STAMPEDE, RADICALS, CHHiP, PACE, RAIDER, and EMBRACE, helping improve cancer treatment.
- Academic and Teaching Role: Serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor at Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU) and is a recognised expert for the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
- Expert in Modern Radiotherapy: Uses advanced treatments such as Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT/SABR), molecular radiotherapy, and GRID-SFRT to treat complex and advanced cancers with precision.
- First oncologist to introduce Gynaecological hybrid interstitial brachytherapy and Prostate HDR Brachytherapy in the UAE.
- Appointed as an International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) expert to enhance cancer care in developing nations.
- Served as Principal Investigator for global landmark clinical oncology trials (STAMPEDE, RADICALS, CHHiP, PACE, RAIDER, EMBRACE).
- Former Quality Medical Director and Clinical Director for major healthcare trusts in the UK and Saudi Arabia.
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FAQ's About Dr. Rana Mahmood
What is the specialty of Dr. Rana Mahmood?
Dr. Rana Mahmood specialty is Radiation Oncologist
What is the experience of Dr. Rana Mahmood?
Dr. Rana Mahmood is Radiation Oncologist with 20 years of experience.
