Dr. Hana Al Geilani
Specialist Psychiatrist
Dr. Hana Al Geilani is a highly experienced Specialist Psychiatrist with over 20 years of clinical experience dedicated to helping children (3+ years), adolescents, and adults navigate the complexities of mental health with compassion, curiosity, and evidence-based care. Having trained in the United Kingdom and worked across the UK, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, she brings a broad international perspective to psychiatric practice and a deep understanding of the biological, psychological, and social factors that shape mental wellbeing.
About Dr. Hana Al Geilani
Dr. Hana Al Geilani’s philosophy is built on a simple but powerful belief: every patient is far more than a diagnosis. Rather than treating a diagnosis, Dr. Hana treats the person, providing highly personalised, evidence-based care tailored to their individual needs.
Clinical Philosophy & Holistic Approach
Every consultation with Dr. Hana is guided by curiosity, empathy, and humility. She believes that no textbook can replace carefully listening to each person’s unique story. Recognising that two individuals with the same diagnosis may have very different experiences and recovery journeys, her approach goes beyond symptom management or medication alone.
Comprehensive assessments consider the biological, psychological, and social factors affecting mental health, alongside lifestyle, sleep, physical health, relationships, past experiences, and environmental stressors. By understanding the whole person, Dr. Hana develops treatment plans that not only reduce symptoms but also improve quality of life, resilience, relationships, and overall wellbeing.
Professional Experience & Leadership
Dr. Hana completed her medical degree at the University of Liverpool before undertaking Foundation Training across psychiatry, medicine, surgery, general practice, and emergency medicine in the UK. She then completed specialist psychiatric training in London, gaining extensive experience in both Adult Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, and became a Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Throughout her career, she has worked across multiple healthcare systems, including the UK’s NHS and specialist psychiatric services in Oman, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. Alongside her clinical work, Dr. Hana has taught medical students from leading UK universities including Oxford, Cambridge, and Imperial College London.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Hana provides assessment and treatment for children (3+ years), adolescents, and adults across a wide range of mental health conditions.
Her clinical areas of expertise include:
- Depression and Recurrent Depression
- Generalised Anxiety Disorder and Social Anxiety Disorder
- Adjustment Disorders
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Schizophrenia and Psychotic Disorders
- Dual Diagnosis and Functional Neurological Disorders
- Sleep Disorders and Lifestyle Psychiatry
Qualifications & Professional Credentials
Dr. Hana holds extensive international credentials and is fluent in both English and Arabic:
- MBChB – University of Liverpool, United Kingdom
- MRCPsych – Member, Royal College of Psychiatrists
- Diploma in Communication Skills – Stonebridge University, UK
- Diploma in Teaching – Stonebridge University, UK
- Licensed Specialist Psychiatrist – Dubai Health Authority (DHA)