Haleh Ayatollahi | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

Iran University of Medical Sciences | Iran

Professor Haleh Ayatollahi is a distinguished scholar and educator in the field of Health Informatics, currently serving as Professor and Director of the Deputy of Research and Technology at the School of Health Management and Information Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences. She earned her PhD in Health Informatics from the University of Sheffield, UK, and holds M.Sc., B.Sc., and Associate degrees in Medical Records from the Iran University of Medical Sciences. With a strong academic and research background, Professor Ayatollahi has made significant contributions to the advancement of health information systems, digital health, and medical informatics education. Her career spans leadership, teaching, and research roles, including service as Director of the Deputy of Research and Technology at the Health Management and Economics Research Centre, and as a member of the Medical Informatics Evaluation and Examination Board. She previously held administrative positions such as Postgraduate and Education Office Administrator at the School of Health Management and Information Sciences, and has lectured at Kashan University of Medical Sciences. Professor Ayatollahi’s research interests encompass electronic health records, decision support systems, telemedicine, and the evaluation of information technologies in healthcare. Her extensive publication record, reflected in her profiles on Google Scholar and Scopus, demonstrates her impact on national and international health informatics research. Through her academic leadership, she has played a key role in fostering innovation, improving educational quality, and advancing evidence-based health information management practices in Iran. Her ongoing contributions continue to bridge the gap between technology and healthcare, promoting data-driven decision-making and the effective use of informatics to enhance healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.

Featured Publications

Mirani, N., Ayatollahi, H., Khorasani-Zavareh, D., & Zeraatkar, K. (2025). Emergency department-based injury surveillance information system: A qualitative study of users’ requirements. Heliyon, 11(6).

Ebrahimi, F., Ayatollahi, H., & Zeraatkar, K. (2024). A systematic review of using clinical decision support systems in corneal diseases. Digital Health, 10.

Toni, E., Toni, E., Fereidooni, M., & Ayatollahi, H. (2024). Acceptance and use of extended reality in surgical training: An umbrella review. Systematic Reviews, 13, 299.

GBD 2021 Stillbirth Collaborators. (2024). Global, regional, and national stillbirths at 20 weeks’ gestation or longer in 204 countries and territories, 1990–2021: Findings from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021. The Lancet, 404(10466), 1955–1988.

Shojaee-Mend, H., Ayatollahi, H., & Abdolahadi, A. (2024). A fuzzy ontology-based case-based reasoning system for stomach dystemperament in Persian medicine. PLOS ONE, 19(10), e0309722.

Toni, E., & Ayatollahi, H. (2024). Addressing drug-related side effects in children with congenital heart disease: A policy brief. Global Pediatric Health, 11, 2333794X241291398.

Zolfaqari, Z., Ayatollahi, H., Ranjbar, F., & Abasi, A. (2024). Acceptance and use of mobile health technology in post-abortion care. BMC Health Services Research, 24(1), 1130

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Adi Alsyouf | Health Services | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Adi Alsyouf, king Abdulaziz university, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Adi Alsyouf is an Associate Professor in the Department of Managing Health Services & Hospitals at King Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia. With a PhD in Health Information Systems from the University Utara Malaysia (UUM), his research spans Health Information Systems, Digital Health, Public Health Surveillance, and Patient Safety Attitudes. He has authored numerous publications in leading journals and played a key role in academic program development, accreditation processes, and PhD supervision.

Education:

PhD in Health Management (Health Information Systems) – University Utara Malaysia (2017)

MSc in Health Services Administration – Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland & Yarmouk University, Jordan (2011)

BSc in Nursing – Al-Zaytoonah Private University of Jordan (2009)

Professional Profiles:

Scopus Profile

ORCID Profile

Professional Experience:

Associate Professor, Health Information Systems – King Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia (2021–Present)

Assistant Professor, Health Information Systems – King Abdulaziz University (2018–2021)

Deputy Head, Health Services Department – King Abdulaziz University (2018–2019)

Staff Nurse, Surgical & Medical Department – Al-Jazeera Hospital, Jordan (2011–2012)

Research Interests:

Health Information Systems & Digital Health

Public Health Surveillance & M-Health Applications

Big Data, Cloud-Based Systems & AI Trustworthiness

Nursing Management & Patient Safety Attitudes

Author Metrics:

Publications in High-Impact Journals, including International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal of Retailing and Consumer Services, Technology in Society, Sustainability, Sensors, and International Journal of Electronic Healthcare.

PhD Supervision – Co-supervisor for doctoral research in AI Trustworthiness in Air Traffic Control at the University of Sharjah.

Awards & Honors:

Research Grants – Deanship of Scientific Research (DSR), King Abdulaziz University (2022, 2024)

Honorary Fellowships – Jadara University, Applied Science Private University, Middle East University, Jordan

Accreditation Leadership – Coordinator for the National Commission for Academic Accreditation and Assessment (NCAAA), King Abdulaziz University

Top Notable Publications:

2025

Evolving Perspectives in Dental Marketing: A Study of Jordanian Dentists’ Attitudes Towards Advertising and Practice Promotion

Anshasi, R.J., Alsubahi, N., Alhusein, A.A., Alrawad, M., Alsyouf, A.

Journal: Heliyon, Volume 11(1), Article e41143

2024

Nurses’ Continuance Intention to Use Electronic Health Record Systems: The Antecedent Role of Personality and Organizational Support

Alsyouf, A., Alsubahi, N., Alali, H., Alhazmi, F.N., Sawhney, D.

Journal: PLoS ONE, Volume 19(10), Article e0300657

2023

Green Environmental Management System to Support Environmental Performance: What Factors Influence SMEs to Adopt Green Innovations?

Lutfi, A., Alqudah, H., Alrawad, M., Alsyouf, A., Hassan, M.F.

Journal: Sustainability (Switzerland), Volume 15(13), Article 10645

Citations: 30

Assessing Customers’ Perception of Online Shopping Risks: A Structural Equation Modeling–Based Multigroup Analysis

Alrawad, M., Lutfi, A., Alyatama, S., Alsyouf, A., Al-Khasawneh, A.L.

Journal: Journal of Retailing and Consumer Services, Volume 71, Article 103188

Citations: 88

The Use of a Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) to Predict Patients’ Usage of a Personal Health Record System: The Role of Security, Privacy, and Usability

Alsyouf, A., Lutfi, A., Alsubahi, N., Alharbi, N.I., Albugami, M.

Journal: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Volume 20(2), Article 1347

Citations: 82

Conclusion:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Adi Alsyouf is a highly competitive candidate for the Best Researcher Award, with a strong publication record, high citation impact, and interdisciplinary expertise. His work spans healthcare, technology, environmental management, and business, making him a versatile researcher.

To further strengthen his candidacy, he could focus on research specialization, lead large projects, engage in academic leadership, and mentor young researchers. With these enhancements, he would be an excellent contender for prestigious research awards at both regional and global levels.

Haleh Ayatollahi | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award