Dr. Asmaa Awad is a dedicated professional with a strong commitment to advancing the field of regulatory science and driving positive change in the healthcare ecosystem. Her work is centred on ensuring patients have access to safe and innovative healthcare products.

She holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy from Mansoura University and currently collaborates with a diverse range of external stakeholders, including the World Health Organization (WHO), the International Medical Device Forum (IMDRF), the Global Harmonization Working Party (GHWP), the Medical Device Regulatory Capacity Building (MDRC) project team, Mecomed, and national regulatory authorities.

Through these partnerships, Dr. Awad plays a pivotal role in driving the convergence, reliance, and adoption of international best practices to accelerate patient access to cutting-edge healthcare products. Her efforts are aimed at improving patient health outcomes and alleviating the burden on healthcare systems.

Dr. Awad’s specialized expertise lies in medical devices and in vitro diagnostics (IVDs), where she actively contributes to the development and influence of regulatory policies and frameworks. Her work enhances product accessibility and ensures patient safety, making a significant impact on health outcomes across various regions.

Prior to her current role, Dr. Awad served as the Regional Regulatory Affairs Manager for the Middle East and Africa. In this position, she led major projects, including MDR/IVDR and Brexit, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and providing strategic guidance to cross-functional teams to bring innovative products to market.