Biography:
Dr Shifan Khanday is a leading voice in artificial intelligence in healthcare and medical education, serving as the Head of the AI and Smart Education Unit and Associate Dean of Research and Graduate Studies at Dubai Medical University, UAE. She is recognized for driving large-scale AI integration across education, research, and clinical training, positioning institutions at the forefront of digital transformation.
Her work focuses on building AI-powered learning ecosystems, including virtual tutors, intelligent assessment systems, simulation platforms, and agentic AI solutions for health professions education. She is actively engaged in advancing global discourse on AI governance, ethics, and responsible innovation, with a strong emphasis on human-centered and equitable AI adoption.
Dr. Khanday is the author of AI and I, Bioconnectivity, and ACE Medical Education with AI, reflecting her thought leadership in AI-driven healthcare, future human–technology integration, and innovation in education. She brings a unique multidisciplinary perspective, combining expertise in medicine, education, and artificial intelligence.
She holds multiple advanced qualifications, including a PhD and MD in Anatomy, MSc in Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare, MSc in Health Professions Education, and an MBA in Healthcare Management, alongside international certifications in medical education.
Dr. Khanday is a sought-after speaker at international forums, known for delivering visionary insights on the future of AI in healthcare, education, and society
