HOD’s Message
General Education
Professor Mayssah El Nayal
Director, Thumbay Institute for Mental HealthProf. Mayssah El Nayal is a professor of clinical psychology and personality at the College of Medicine, the chairperson of the General Education Department and the director of the Student Wellbeing Center at Gulf Medical University, Ajman. She obtained a grant at the University of London, UK, and completed her PhD in Psychology at the University of Alexandria.
Educational Qualification
- PhD
- Professor of Clinical Psychology and Personalit
Contact Information's
Dear Students,
Welcome to the General Education Department! Our goal is to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in your academic journey and future careers in healthcare. Through our diverse curriculum, we emphasize critical thinking, effective communication, research skills, and a lifelong learning mindset to prepare you for success.
Our courses in behavioral sciences, ethics, humanities, biostatistics, and information technology provide a strong foundation for your studies. Additionally, recognizing the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, we have integrated AI concepts into our curriculum to help you leverage data-driven insights, improve diagnostics, and enhance patient care through emerging technologies.
We also highlight the importance of cultural awareness through the Emirati Studies course, which offers a deeper understanding of the UAE’s heritage, culture, and societal framework. This knowledge will enable you to engage effectively with the community and contribute meaningfully to the nation’s development.
By fostering scientific proficiency, ethical awareness, technological adaptability, and AI literacy, we are committed to shaping well-rounded, future-ready professionals capable of navigating the evolving landscape of the healthcare industry.
Wishing you all the best in your studies!