Our leadership

Dr. Abdullahi Fujeyra is a Consultant Cardiologist at Liibaan Hospital, Mogadishu, President of the Somali Cardiac Society (SCS), and Lecturer at Somali National University.

He completed his medical and postgraduate training in Russia and has more than a decade of experience in clinical practice, medical education, and academic leadership. Throughout his career, he has been involved in both patient care and the training of medical students and healthcare professionals.

Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Abdullahi has a strong interest in cardiovascular education, professional development, research, and public awareness. He actively contributes to initiatives aimed at improving cardiovascular knowledge and promoting high standards of cardiac care among healthcare professionals and the wider community.

As President of the Somali Cardiac Society, he is committed to strengthening the cardiovascular community in Somalia, expanding opportunities for continuing medical education and scientific exchange, encouraging research, and building collaboration between cardiovascular professionals and national and international institutions.

His professional vision is to contribute to the continued development of accessible, evidence-based, and high-quality cardiovascular care in Somalia.

Dr. Guled is trained in Finland and board-certified in both Finnish and European boards. He has 15 years of clinical experience across Europe, Africa and The UAE.

In addition to extensive clinical expertise in diagnosing and managing cardiovascular diseases, he performs advanced cardiac procedures, including:

• Coronary angiography
• Coronary angioplasty (PCI)
• Pacemaker implantation

Dr. Mohamed has relocated to his birthplace Somalia and is the founder and director of Guled Heart Center in Mogadishu. He is also senior lecturer in Cardiology at Benadir University.

He is passioned about advancing patient-centered, evidence-based cardiovascular care using the latest medical advancements in Somalia.

Dr. Said Abdirahman Ahmed Abdulle is a Cardiologist with 8 years of experience in cardiology, with expertise in clinical cardiology, cardiac intensive care, non-invasive cardiology, and interventional cardiology.

He holds a Master of Medicine in Cardiology and is a Member of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the United Kingdom – MRCP(UK).

Dr. Said currently serves as Head of the Cardiology Department and Cardiology Specialist at Mogadishu Somali Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Training and Research Hospital.

He is also actively involved in undergraduate and postgraduate medical education, serving as a Lecturer at Mogadishu University and Al Hayat Medical University, in addition to teaching roles across several other medical universities in Mogadishu.

His clinical interests include acute coronary syndromes, coronary artery disease, heart failure, cardiac arrhythmias, echocardiography, cardiac intensive care, coronary angiography, and percutaneous coronary intervention.

He has extensive procedural experience in diagnostic coronary angiography and PCI, including primary PCI for acute myocardial infarction.

Alongside his clinical and academic work, Dr. Said is actively involved in the development of cardiovascular medicine in Somalia.

He is a member of the Somali Cardiac Society and currently serves as its Treasurer, contributing to professional collaboration, education, and the advancement of cardiovascular care in the country.

Dr. Yahya Abdullahi Araale

Consultant Physician & Cardiologist Mogadishu, Somalia | Wadajir Hospital

Executive Summary

Dedicated and highly accomplished Consultant Cardiologist and Internal Medicine Specialist based in Mogadishu, Somalia. Demonstrated leadership as Director of Research, Training, and Continuous Medical Education (CME) for the Somali Cardiac Society. Proven clinical expertise in managing complex adult and pediatric cardiovascular conditions, metabolic disorders, and general internal medicine. Passionate medical advocate committed to advancing public health education, clinical research, and Pan-African cardiology networks.

Core Competencies & Clinical Expertise

* Clinical Cardiology: Diagnosis and management of hypertension, heart failure, arrhythmias, and ischemic heart disease.

* Pediatric & Congenital Heart Care: Early identification and diagnostic evaluation of congenital heart defects (e.g., Ebstein’s anomaly).

* Internal Medicine & Metabolic Health: Management of type-2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and evidence-based obesity therapies (e.g., GLP-1 receptor agonists).

* Medical Education & Leadership: Curriculum design for Continuous Medical Education (CME), junior physician training, and medical research oversight.

* Public Health Communication: Broadcast health media advocacy, preventive cardiology education, and community outreach.

Professional Experience

Consultant Cardiologist & Internal Medicine Specialist

Wadajir Hospital — Mogadishu, Somalia

* Practicing consultant providing specialized inpatient and outpatient care in clinical cardiology and internal medicine.

* Diagnose and manage complex cardiovascular cases, including congenital defects, heart failure, and metabolic disorders.

* Guide diagnostic procedures and design comprehensive patient treatment plans.

Director of Research, Training & Continuous Medical Education (CME)

Somali Cardiac Society (Ururka Soomaaliyeed ee Wadnaha) — Somalia

* Lead research initiatives and professional development programs for medical professionals across Somalia.

* Organize CME workshops, clinical training sessions, and seminars for medical students, general practitioners, and residents.

Public Health Advocacy & Media Engagement

* National Medical Broadcasts: Regular guest expert on health outreach programming, including Somali National Television’s (SNTV) health show "Waydii Dhakhtarka" ("Ask the Doctor").

* Cardiovascular & Metabolic Education: Lead public health campaigns addressing hypertension, heart disease prevention, and proper use of emerging metabolic therapies.

* Emergency Health Communication: Partnered with international and local broadcast media (e.g., BBC Somali) to provide community guidance during health crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic.

Professional Affiliations

* Member & Executive Committee Member — Somali Cardiac Society