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Medical Student & STEM Advocate Profile

Ahmed Zaky Dawood is a motivated second-year medical student with a strong interest in neurosurgery and a background in STEM education. He has led various initiatives to improve medical education and clinical skills among Egyptian medical students, while also engaging in community service and research projects. His accomplishments include multiple awards, memberships in professional organizations, and participation in competitions, showcasing his commitment to both academic excellence and community development.
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Medical Student & STEM Advocate Profile

Ahmed Zaky Dawood is a motivated second-year medical student with a strong interest in neurosurgery and a background in STEM education. He has led various initiatives to improve medical education and clinical skills among Egyptian medical students, while also engaging in community service and research projects. His accomplishments include multiple awards, memberships in professional organizations, and participation in competitions, showcasing his commitment to both academic excellence and community development.
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Ahmed Zaky dawood

STEM High school senior 2023, Second Year Medical Student, MBBCh
E-Mail med8231590@[Link]

Summary

Motivated Second Year Medical Student, highly interested neurosurgery, surgery, and
neuroscience, with background in STEM education fostered a strong foundation in
problem-solving, research, and innovation. Leading organization aiming to increase the
clinical knowledge and surgical skills of Egyptian medical students and interns, have
advanced vision to improve the medical education especially surgical education and
training in Egyptian medical schools

Education
2020- 2023 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) High School with a grant
from the Egyptian Ministry of Education.

Courses completed during High school:

1- Fundamentals of (Engineering Design Process) step to solve problems

2- Fundamentals of scientific research and citation

3- Fundamentals of research poster, papers, and portfolio design

4- Basics of academic subjects (Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mechanics)

5- English Levels (intermediate, upper intermediate and advanced)

2023 - Now Delta university for Science and Technology medical school, MBBCh.

Research, Problem Solving and capstone Experience

2020 (Fall) A capstone project for (managing and increasing the sources of clean water) Grade:
A, Position: Team Leader

2021 (winter) A research paper on how to use the interaction between academic subjects (biology,
chemistry and physics) discussed only

2022 (fall)

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2023 A prototype for a system that uses the sunlight for desalination of sea water by using a
concave mirror system to collect the light with a condensation and collecting systems,
Grade: A, Position: Researcher
2021 (winter) A power generation device from the movement of the human knee during walking,
Grade: A, Position: Team Leader

2022- 2023 A sensors-system device to estimate the moisture and humidity of the soil to give
indications about the effect of climate change on the soil and agricultural crops, with a research poster
about the recommendation to decrease the effect of climate change, aligned with COP 27, Egypt,
Grade: A, Position: Team Leader

Volunteering Experience
2019 (winter) Participating in my prep school initiative for collecting clothes for less fortunate
in the preparation of winter
2020 (summer) Working with my colleagues in my High school to collect donation for feeding,
we collected about 5000 Egyptian pounds, bought the basic items (rice, oil and sugar) and
distribute them around school villages (about 15 Families benefited)
2021 (spring) Organizing a “Mother’s Day” for school’s cleaning staff, giving them gifts and
certificates of appreciation
2022 (winter) A visiting trip to 57357 Hospital (children’s cancer hospital), giving gifts for
children and celebrating the new year with them

2023 (winter) Taking a part in my university initiative for collecting clothes


2024 (summer) Participating in large-scale feeding initiative in my gevernorate (Damietta),
where I was an organizer and also took part in meal preparations (about 1000 meal distributed
every )

Community development work


2016 Head of Nagi Gouda primary school union
2019 Head of STEM school union Cultural committee (organizing seminars to help new students to
understand capstone projects approach and Egyptian Grand Cha)
2020 - 2022 The leader of RTE (Related To Everything) initiative which working of a social
media-based awareness about different topics related to science and technology, helping applicants
for STEM school grant.
2021-2022 An ambassador for 57357 Hospital in my high school, working on increasing the
awareness about the importance of donation, as the hospital was going through financial hardship
2022 (winter) Participating in orientation day for new students in my high school

2022 (winter) Participating as a delegate in Model United Nations Ismailia STEM

2022 (winter) Volunteering as a Human Resources specialist in TEDx Sadat STEM

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Medical Education Improvement Activities

2024 - Now The president of Egyptian Student Society for clinical Audit and Practice
Excellence, aiming to spread the culture of clinical audit among student and practitioners to ensure
the quality of health care that the patient should have.

Completed Projects:
1. Intercultural Day between Egyptians and International Students at Delta University Medical
School, Egypt with Program about Basics of clinical research and clinical audit , both are surgically
oriented.
2. Talk about History of Clinical Audit and its Applications in different specialties, the International
Student Conference Mansoura University.
3. Campaign targeting medical students to raise awareness about Quality Improvement with its
clinical application, Three Days, Delta University.
Target: 500 medical Students
4. Infection Control Quality Assessment project: Measuring and Auditing the Infection and
Prevention Control Application among medical interns, Delta University Hospitals

2025 - Now President of Egyptian Neurosurgical Student Association (ENSA), An Association for
raising the clinical skills and exposure to Neurosurgery operations, and enhance Neurosurgical
Research and Clinical Studies Through Medical Students

Projects Under Work:


1. Clinical Research Fundamentals Program, oriented by Surgical and Neurosurgical Application
2. Observership program for early career- medical student interested in Neurosurgery aiming to raise
the clinical Knowlage and surgical application in Neurosurgery in Egyptian Hospitals
3. An Annually Research Conference for Medical Student in Egyptian Medical Schools for Surgical
and Neurosurgical Studies under the supervision of Neurosurgery Experts

2025 - Now Brain Book Ambassador, an organization for Medical Students, medical Internets who
have interest in Neurosurgery and Neuroscience under the supervision of Professors and
Neurosurgeons in United Kingdom (UK)

Under reviewing: opining a chapter of the international surgical network (inciSion) in Egypt, which
aiming to spread the global surgery culture, enhancing surgical skills among students

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Memberships
Member of International medical Student Association (IFMSA)
Member of Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS)
Member of American academy of Neurology (AAN)
Member of International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
Member of European Stroke Organization (ESO)
Member of Alzheimer’s Association
Member of American Neurological Association (ANA)
Member of International Association of International Surgical Societies (IASSS)

awards
2016 Award of the governorate for the sixth place in the primary school graduation.

2017 The award of (Methanex company) for Excellence: giving for the first ten places in the
primary school education

2018 The award of the research competition in Damietta governorate (second place)

2019 The award of Ideal Student (during preparatory school

2020 The award of excellence from the pharmacist's syndicate in Egypt, given to the students
that get more than 90% totally in preparatory School Education

2021 The award of “Top students” (second place), a competition organized by the Ministry of
Education on a very high-level exam for every school team
2020 The scholarship of The Egyptian Ministry of Education for STEM High School
Education

2020 The award of first 10% students in the first year of High school

2020-2021 Certification for taking part in the 13th international Kangaroo science contes

2023 The award of excellence from the pharmacist's syndicate in Egypt, given to the students
that get more than 90% totally in High School Education

2023 Honor for Excellent grade in the first semester of medical school

2024 Honor for Excellent grade in the second semester of medical school

participations
2021 Participating in NASA Space Apps research competition.

2022 Participating in IOT (Internet of things) competition.

2023 Participating in ALX AICE (AI Career Essentials) program.

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hobbies

Football Participated in High School football league (second place)


Gymnastics Member of My university Gym
Writing poetry (Arabic) Publishing some of my writings through my social media Writing
literary stories (Arabic)

Chanting I actively participate in celebrations by joining chanting teams and


contributing to the events.

Debating Occasionally, I participate in debates and discussion meetings held


at the Damietta Cultural Club.

Languages
Arabic Native speaker
English Level : C1
French Level : A1

References
Ms. Manar Moussa My High school English Teacher, Capstone supervisor, giving mentorship
during working on my projects related to sustainability development
Email [Link]@[Link]

Dr. Maha Mokhtar Assistant Professor of Toxology, My university Mentor and Supervisor
Email [Link]@[Link]

Dr. Ahmed Ammar Professor of Neurosurgery, Delta University


Email ahmed@[Link]

Common questions

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Ahmed's education at a STEM high school, combined with his medical studies, provides a robust foundation in scientific and clinical disciplines critical for neurosurgery. His leadership in surgical research initiatives, involvement in neurosurgical associations, and development of innovative solutions like power-generating devices and water desalination systems reflect his problem-solving abilities and dedication to neurosurgery .

Ahmed's involvement in volunteering, such as organizing events and being an ambassador for 57357 Hospital, has helped him develop organizational, communication, and leadership skills. His participation in initiatives like STEM school union and related capstone projects has provided him with practical experience in problem-solving and project management, crucial for a future in medicine .

Ahmed aims to bridge this gap by leading organizations such as the Egyptian Neurosurgical Student Association, which focuses on enhancing clinical skills and exposure to neurosurgery operations. He is involved in training programs like the Clinical Research Fundamentals Program and observerships to improve hands-on surgical experience among students .

Ahmed led a research project on a sensor-system device designed to measure soil moisture and humidity, aiming to assess the impacts of climate change on agriculture. He developed a recommendation poster during the COP 27 in Egypt. These initiatives demonstrate his proactive approach to addressing sustainability and climate change issues .

Ahmed's memberships in organizations such as the International Medical Student Association, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, and American Academy of Neurology highlight his dedication to building a global professional network. These connections facilitate access to a vast array of resources, knowledge, and collaborations, enhancing his prospects for international engagement and professional growth in medical research and practice .

Ahmed's participation in programs like the NASA Space Apps research competition and the IOT competition reflects his tendency to engage with international scientific communities, which likely expanded his perspective on global scientific challenges. This involvement provides him with unique experiences and skills that enhance his capability to tackle local and international medical and scientific issues .

Ahmed Zaky Dawood is motivated to improve medical education in Egypt, especially surgical education and training, by fostering clinical knowledge and surgical skills among Egyptian medical students and interns. He aims to enhance these areas through leadership roles in organizations dedicated to these improvements, indicating a strong commitment to advancing the scope of medical education, particularly in the context of surgery and neurosurgery .

Ahmed's STEM education has equipped him with fundamental skills in engineering design, scientific research, and interdisciplinary approaches, which he applied to medical studies by participating in projects like using sunlight for desalination of seawater or creating sensors to monitor soil moisture. These projects indicate an ability to integrate scientific knowledge with practical applications, which is directly beneficial for his medical research pursuits .

Ahmed's presidency in the Egyptian Student Society for Clinical Audit and Practice Excellence underscores his commitment to promoting a culture of clinical audit among students. He focuses on quality improvements and clinical applications, organizing intercultural programs and campaigns that aim to educate and involve medical students in these practices, thereby enhancing healthcare quality .

Ahmed organized an Intercultural Day between Egyptian and international students at Delta University Medical School. This initiative included programs on clinical research and surgically oriented clinical audits, fostering cultural exchange and collaboration among students from diverse backgrounds, thereby enriching their educational experiences .

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