Dr Samira Neshat

Professional statement

Dr Samira Neshat, a dedicated medical professional, brings a wealth of expertise in the field of paediatric care. She holds current positions as a consultant paediatric intensive care specialist at the Royal London Hospital, and a consultant general paediatrician at The Portland Hospital and the Cromwell Hospital in London.

Dr Neshat completed her general paediatric training in Germany in 2004. She then undertook higher specialist training in Paediatric Critical Care at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children (UK) and Yale University Hospital (USA) and is therefore highly skilled in managing critically ill children. Dr Neshat is a licensed medical professional in both the UK and the United States.

She holds a global health focussed Master’s degree in Public Health from Yale University, motivated by her passionate interest in global health matters that encompasses environmental and child health. Throughout her career, she has been committed to advancing medical knowledge through research. She has engaged in insightful postdoctoral research in cardiac therapeutics and vascular permeability.

As an active member of various professional organizations, including the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health UK and the Paediatric Intensive Care Society UK, she is deeply involved in the medical community. Dr Neshat’s contributions extend beyond professional endeavours, as she has been involved in charitable initiatives.

Her involvement with organizations like Cardiac Alliance and the International Children’s Heart Foundation in Macedonia and Honduras reflects her commitment to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable populations. In her personal life, Dr Neshat finds balance and fulfilment in raising her three children and advocating for charitable causes close to her heart.