Leadership team
LEADING THE Journey TO
EXCELLENCE
DR. SULAIMAN AL MAZEEDI
Medical Advisor
M.B.B.Ch.,MRCS,
KBS, MCSO
Dr. Sulaiman Al Mazeedi is a highly accomplished and influential figure in the field of healthcare. His unwavering passion for medicine and tireless dedication to improving healthcare outcomes have earned him widespread recognition and respect both nationally and internationally.
Dr. Al Mazeedi embarked on his educational journey from the Faculty of Medicine at Kuwait University; he is also a member of the Kuwaiti Board of General Surgery and the Royal College of Surgeons (England), where he trained in Bariatric and Colorectal Surgery in London, UK. During this period, he honed his clinical skills and developed a profound understanding of complex medical conditions.
Dr. Al Mazeedi dedicated himself to transforming the healthcare landscape in Kuwait. He spearheaded numerous initiatives aimed at integrating cutting-edge technology into healthcare delivery systems, improving patient outcomes, and enhancing overall efficiency. His visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to innovation led to the establishment of several groundbreaking projects and initiatives, earning him accolades and recognition from his peers and the wider medical community.
DR. ABUBAKR ELMARDI
Chief Strategic Officer
Head of Obstetrics &
Gynecology Department Consultant
Gynecologist and
Urogynecologist (UK)
Dr. Abubaker assumes a consultative role; partially leader and partially doer, an experienced visionary and seasoned executive with the responsibility of ensuring that execution supports the strategy elements. This unique background comprises a multitude of different operating experiences, besidesbeing both a creative thinker and influential collaborator. Dr. Abubakr Elmardi often assumes an executive role; He had worn many hats before at a variety of medical establishments before taking on his current responsibilities. Dr. Abubakr Elmardi is a former Head of department at Staffordshire Hospital, UK with vast experience in management of female urinary and pelvic floor disorders, cosmetic vaginal surgeries and menstrual disorders. Royale Hayat’s Head of Obstetrics and Gynecology Department is an expertin obstetrics and gynecology with sub urogynecology & reconstructive pelvic floor surgery ie. Urodynamic studies, bladder and pelvic floor scanning along with endoscopic, hysteroscopic ablation, morcelation, laparoscopic surgery, normal, operative and caesarian deliveries.
Awards and Qualifications:
- Former Head of department in Staffordshire Hospital, UK
- Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetrician & Gynecologist (UK)
- Fellow of the international College of Surgeons (FICS) (USA)
- Member of the International Urogynecologist Association (USA)
- Member of the International Continence Society (UK)
- Diploma of Medical Education, Staffordshire University (UK)
- Member of Examination Committee of Royal College & the Medical British Council (UK)
- Clinical Senior lecturer – Keel Medical School – UK
- Associate professor St. George University – Grenada U.S.A
DR OMAR E. EL KHATEEB
Medical Director
Consultant of Anesthesia
& Intensive Care Unit
Dr. Omar graduated from the University of Alexandria, Egypt with a diploma, Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, Master of Science (Anesthesia & Critical Care Medicine), and MD. Prior to joining Royale Hayat, he was the Head of Anesthesia & Intensive Care Department, as well as the Deputy General Manager in Mansour Al- Orf Medical Center, Al Jahra Kuwait.
Awards and Qualifications:
- Member, European Society of Anaesthesiology
- Member, International Association for the Study of Pain
- Member, Central Egyptian Society for Anaesthesia and Intensive Care
- Member, Kuwaiti Medical Association
Shibu Thomas Mathew
Chief Financial Officer & Director – Human Resources Capital
Shibu Thomas Mathew has been part of Royale Hayat Hospital’s leadership journey since its inception, joining the pre opening team in 2006 and contributing to the establishment of a trusted, world class healthcare institution. He was appointed Financial Controller in 2007 and promoted to Chief Financial Officer in 2010.
In his dual role as Chief Financial Officer and Director – Human Resources Capital,
Mr. Mathew provides strategic leadership that integrates financial stewardship with people centric governance. He oversees long term investment planning, financial performance management, budget governance, and human capital strategy across all Group companies. He also serves as a Board Member for several subsidiaries, supporting strong governance, ethical decision making, and sustainable growth.
With prior senior leadership experience in finance, accounting, and treasury roles across multinational organizations, Mr. Shibu brings a balanced approach combining operational discipline, strategic foresight, and a deep commitment to people and purpose.
He is a CMA (USA), ACMA India with IFRS credentials and executive education in healthcare strategy from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
Awards and Qualifications:
- Member – Certified Management Accountant. (CMA USA)
- Associate Member – Institute of Cost Accountants of India. (ICMA, India)
- DIP. International Financial Reporting standards.
- CPE: Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, U.K
- CPE : Health care executives Strategist – Harvard TH Chan School of public Health
DR. HAMID GHADERI
Head of Anesthesia ICU & Pain
Management, Deputy Medical
Director, Consultant Anesthesia,
ICU & Pain Management.
Awards and Qualifications:
- Graduated from the Medical School at the Elite University of Heidelberg Germany.
- Practiced at University of Heidelberg in Germany as Consultant and Lecturer for Anesthesia, Intensive Care and Pain Management.
- German Board Certified Anesthesia, Surgical Intensive Care and Clinical pain management from University of Heidelberg – Germany.
- Fellowship in Intensive and neonatal care unit at Children’s hospital, University of Heidelberg – Germany.
- Fellowship in Cardiac Anesthesia Germany.
- Member of the German and European Society for Anesthesia, ICU and Pain Management.
- Member of European Society for Cardiac Anesthesia.
- German Board Certified
