Dr. Bassem Badr
Consultant Psychiatrist
Consultant psychiatrist and assistant professor with over 30 years' experience, a PhD in psychiatry, and a fellowship of the American Psychiatric Association.
LocationMediclinic Dubai Mall
Experience30-35
LanguagesEnglish
NationalityUnited Kingdom
About
Dr. Bassem treats adults and adolescents with depression and mood disorders, including cases where previous treatments have not worked, anxiety, personality, sleeping, and eating disorders, early psychosis, adult ADHD, and addiction, and is a licensed aviation psychiatrist caring for pilots and aircrew. He trained at Alexandria University with a WHO diploma in psychiatry and addiction practice and a master's in neuropsychiatry, has held senior hospital roles in Dubai, Kuwait, and Egypt, and writes widely on social and psychological issues.
Specialty
Sub specialty
Qualifications
Aviation Consultant Psychiatrist
Consultant Psychiatrist
MD
PhDEgypt
Areas of expertise
Mental health
Special interests
Depression & mood disorders - including treatment-resistant cases where previous treatments haven’t workedAnxiety, stress & burnout - helping you regain calm, clarity, and control in your daily lifePsychotic disorders & schizophrenia - comprehensive, long-term care with the most advanced treatment options availablePersonality disorders - compassionate, structured support for borderline, narcissistic, and other personality patterns that affect relationships and quality of lifeEating disorders - specialized care for anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and disordered relationships with food and body imageSleep disorders - addressing the deep connection between sleep and mental wellbeingAdult adhd - diagnosis and tailored management for professionals and adults navigating daily challengesLife transitions & emotional wellbeing - support through major life changes, grief, relationship stress, and identity challengesMedication management & psychopharmacology - precise, evidence-based prescribing with close monitoring and adjustmentAviation psychiatry - specialized mental health assessment and support for pilots, aircrew, and aviation professionals, with a thorough understanding of regulatory and occupational requirements
