Patrizia Leone | Autoimmune Diseases | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Patrizia Leone | Autoimmune Diseases | Research Excellence Award

University of Bari Aldo Moro | Italy

Dr. Patrizia Leone is a physician–scientist affiliated with the Scuola di Medicina, Bari, Italy, with recognized expertise in immunology, connective tissue diseases, vascular biology, and translational medicine. Her research spans autoimmune disorders, endothelial dysfunction, tumor microenvironment, pulmonary arterial hypertension, and immune mechanisms in chronic inflammatory diseases. She has authored 66 peer-reviewed publications, receiving over 2,321 citations, with an h-index of 28, reflecting sustained scientific impact and influence. Dr. Leone has collaborated extensively with international researchers, contributing to multidisciplinary studies that bridge basic science and clinical application. Her work has advanced understanding of immune dysregulation and vascular pathology, supporting improved diagnostic strategies and therapeutic approaches. Through high-impact reviews, original research, and editorial contributions, she continues to shape global discourse in immunology and rheumatology with meaningful societal and clinical relevance.

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Maysa Eshmawi | Immunological Disease | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Maysa Eshmawi | Immunological Disease | Best Researcher Award 

Dermatosurgery consultant | Saudi Ministry of Health | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Maysa Tariq Eshmawi is a distinguished Consultant in Dermatology, Cosmetic, and Dermatologic Surgery based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, affiliated with the Ministry of Health and King Abdullah Medical Complex. She holds prestigious qualifications including an MBBS and Saudi and Arab Boards in Dermatology, as well as dual Fellowships in Cosmetic Dermatology and Phototherapy from Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, USA. Additionally, she earned Postgraduate Diplomas in Healthcare Management and Strategic Leadership from eduQual, UK. As the Head of the Dermatology Specialty Department at the Saudi MOH, Dr. Eshmawi has spearheaded numerous national initiatives, including the establishment of dermatology registries, development of national clinical guidelines, and authorship of the acclaimed Illustrated Manual for Creating Standard Dermatology Clinics. She serves on multiple national and international committees such as the Saudi Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery, SFDA Scientific Advisory Committee, and Arab Council of Dermatology and Dermatosurgery, and represents Saudi Arabia in global dermatological forums. A prolific contributor to research and medical education, she has been a speaker, moderator, and chairperson at major conferences like JeddaDerm and SAAM, and continues to train dermatology professionals nationwide. Her commitment to innovation earned her the MOH Pioneer Award and several certificates of appreciation. Dr. Eshmawi has authored and reviewed numerous scientific papers, achieving 10 publications, 35 citations, and an h-index of 4, reflecting her academic impact and leadership in advancing dermatologic science and healthcare standards in Saudi Arabia and beyond.

Featured Publications

1. Cheng, T. A., Mzahim, B., Koenig, K. L., Alsugair, A., Al-Wabel, A., Almutairi, B. S., et al. (2020). Scabies: Application of the novel Identify-Isolate-Inform Tool for detection and management. Western Journal of Emergency Medicine, 21(2), 191.
Cited by: 30

2. Fatani, M. I. A., Alkhalifah, A., Alruwaili, A. F. S., Alharbi, A. H. S., Alharithy, R., et al. (2023). Diagnosis and management of alopecia areata: A Saudi expert consensus statement (2023). Dermatology and Therapy, 13(10), 2129–2151.
Cited by: 15

3. Fatani, M. I., Al Sheikh, A. A., Alajlan, M. A., Alharithy, R. S., Binamer, Y., et al. (2022). National Saudi consensus statement on the management of atopic dermatitis (2021). Dermatology and Therapy, 12(7), 1551–1575.
Cited by: 14

4. Elezbawy, B., Fasseeh, A. N., Fouly, E., Tannira, M., Dalle, H., Aderian, S., et al. (2023). Humanistic and economic burden of atopic dermatitis for adults and adolescents in the Middle East and Africa region. Dermatology and Therapy, 13(1), 131–146.
Cited by: 13

5. Fatani, M. I. A., Hamadah, I. R. A., Alajlan, M. A., Binamer, Y., Alharbi, A. H. S., et al. (2022). Saudi consensus statement on biologic treatment of chronic plaque psoriasis (2020). Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 33(4), 1916–1930.
Cited by: 8