Noha Lasheen

Dr. Noha Nooh Lasheen is an Associate Professor of Medical Physiology with a strong academic and research background. She earned her doctorate from Ain Shams University and currently serves as Program Director of the Medicine and Surgery Program at Galala University. Her research focuses on cardiovascular health, diabetes, and medical education. Dr. Lasheen has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and conference papers and actively participates in international scientific communities. She also has extensive experience in undergraduate medical teaching and curriculum development, alongside continuous engagement in professional training and academic leadership initiatives.

• Doctorate in Basic Medical Sciences (Medical Physiology), Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University (November 2011).
• Master’s Degree in Basic Medical Sciences (Physiology), Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University (April 2007).
• M.B.B.Ch. (Medicine and Surgery), Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University (December 2001) – Excellent with Honors.
• FAIMER-ASU-MENA-FRI Fellowship, Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research (2020).

• ORCID Profile:
  https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5418-2191

• Medical physiology (Metabolism, Renal physiology, Oxidative stress).
• Medical Education.

• Associate Professor of Medical Physiology, Galala University (Full-time since September 2020).
• Associate Professor of Medical Physiology, Ain Shams University (Since September 2017).

Part-Time / Visiting Positions

• Associate Professor, Extended Modular Program (EMP), Ain Shams University (2017–2019).
• Associate Professor, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ain Shams University (2017–2018).
• Associate Professor, New Giza University (2017–2018).

Previous Academic Positions

• Lecturer (Medical Physiology), Ain Shams University (April 2012 – July 2017).
• Lecturer at several institutions, including:
  • New Giza University (2016–2017)
  • Armed Forces College of Medicine (2014–2016)
  • Faculties of Pharmacy, Nursing, and Dentistry at Ain Shams University
  • MTI University and Nahda University (2012–2017)
• Assistant Lecturer, Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University (September 2007 – April 2012).
• Demonstrator, Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University (October 2003 – September 2007).

• Clinical Nutritionist, Private Clinic (2008–2014), after completing a course in Therapeutic Nutrition (Obesity and Underweight Management) at the National Nutrition Institute (2008).
• Human Resources Diploma, Australian New Zealand Center (2012).
• Completed professional training in Strategic Planning, Time and Meeting Management, Negotiation, and Persuasion Skills.

• Program Director, Medicine and Surgery Program, Galala University (Since November 2020).
• Led the implementation of the “5+2” bylaws (2020 and 2023) within the Medicine Program at Galala University.
• Conference Organizer, 2nd Physiology Conference, Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University (March 2018).

• Research Publications: Author of more than 25 research papers published in international and national journals.
• Thesis Supervision: Supervising 11 MD and Master’s theses covering topics such as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and mitochondrial dysfunction in diabetic models.
• International Presentations: Presented research at conferences in the UK, Japan, Brazil, and Ireland.
• Innovative Teaching: Implemented digital storytelling and instructional videos to support flexible physiology learning, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Student Mentorship: Designed experimental research projects and mini-review assignments for undergraduate medical students.

• Best E-Poster Award, AAPS/ESPS Congress (2025).