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Diabetes Educator| Prince Sultan Military Medical City | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Ibrahim A. Al-Ghofaili is a distinguished medical professional specializing in family medicine, diabetes, and obesity management, with extensive clinical, research, and leadership experience across Saudi Arabia’s premier medical institutions. His professional journey includes key roles at Prince Sultan Military Medical City and the Ministry of Defense, progressing from family medicine registrar to consultant and head of the Diabetic Center. His research interests bridge preventive, metabolic, and endocrine health, emphasizing diabetes management, obesity medicine, and public health awareness. Al-Ghofaili’s scholarly work includes studies on the use of alternative medicine by cancer patients, prevalence of osteoporosis risk factors among young Saudi women, incidence and risk factors of hypoglycemia in chronic kidney disease, and factors influencing diabetic foot self-care efficacy. His active participation in international conferences such as the ADA Symposium, European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD), and Obesity Week highlights his dedication to advancing clinical knowledge and integrating global best practices into Saudi healthcare. Through various leadership and educational initiatives, he has contributed significantly to developing training frameworks and health service standards within the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties. His engagement in medical education, executive healthcare leadership programs, and obesity-focused fellowships underscores his multidisciplinary expertise in both patient-centered care and healthcare management. Ibrahim A. Al-Ghofaili’s research aims to enhance chronic disease prevention and management, aligning with national and international goals for improved metabolic health outcomes and lifestyle interventions. His continued academic involvement and clinical leadership position him as an influential figure in advancing family and lifestyle medicine, diabetes care, and obesity research in the Gulf region. Ibrahim A. Al-Ghofaili has achieved 1,193 citations, 48 documents, and an h-index of 18 according to the latest research metrics.

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Featured Publication

Al-Ghofaili, I. A., et al. (2025). Impact of transitioning from conventional blood glucose monitoring to continuous glucose monitoring on glycemic control and self-management in adults with type 2 diabetes on oral glucose-lowering medications. Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice.

Al-Ghofaili, I. A., et al. (2025). Evaluating the effect of Semaglutide as add-on therapy on glycemic control and continuous glucose monitoring outcomes in adults with type 1 diabetes: A two-year real-world data study. Journal of Diabetes and Its Complications.

Al-Ghofaili, I. A., et al. (2025). Evaluation of glycemia risk index and continuous glucose monitoring-derived metrics in type 1 diabetes: A real-world observational study. Journal of Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders.

Ayman Al Hayek | Education Technology | Best Researcher Award

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