Dr. Buhussain has more than 30 years of medical experience in respiratory medicine and internal medicine.
Dr. Buhussain obtained his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from King Edward Medical College, Lahore, Pakistan, in 1985. He later completed a Diploma in Thoracic Medicine and Chest Diseases (DTCD) from the University of Wales, Cardiff, United Kingdom, in 1989. He further advanced his specialization by completing a Diploma in Thoracic Medicine (DTM) from the National Heart and Lung Institute, University of London, United Kingdom, in 1995, followed by a Master of Science in Respiratory Medicine (MSc) from the same institution in 1996.
Dr. Buhussain has extensive experience in the diagnosis and management of respiratory diseases and pulmonary disorders. Throughout his career, he has managed a wide range of respiratory conditions including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), respiratory infections, and other complex pulmonary conditions. In addition to his clinical work, he has played an active role in academic and teaching activities, training physicians preparing for MRCP and Arab Board examinations and providing instruction in clinical skills and medical education. He has also contributed to research initiatives focused on improving asthma outcomes and studying the prevalence of COPD among military personnel and their families in the United Arab Emirates.
Prior to joining Sheikh Sultan Bin Zayed Hospital, Dr. Buhussain worked as a Specialist in Respiratory Medicine at Zayed Military Hospital in Abu Dhabi, where he provided specialized respiratory care for both inpatient and outpatient populations.
Dr. Buhussain’s scope of practice includes the diagnosis and management of respiratory diseases including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), respiratory infections, chronic lung diseases, and other pulmonary conditions, as well as pulmonary function assessment, long-term respiratory disease management, and multidisciplinary coordination of care for patients with complex respiratory conditions.