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Alexander Woodman[edit]

Alexander Woodman
Professor of Preventive Medicine
and Public Health
Alma materHarvard University
University of Salford
University of Southern California, USC
Cal State Fullerton
Cal State Los Angeles
University of California, Los Angeles, UCLA
AwardsFulbright Research Fellow
DHS Biosecurity Research
UCLA Chancellor Award
California Predoctoral Fellow
Wasserman Fellow
Scientific career
FieldsPreventive medicine
Clinical research
Public health practice
Reproductive health
Medical education
Health diplomacy
Doctoral advisorDr. Margaret Coffey
Dr. Anna Mary Cooper-Ryan
Other academic advisorsDr. Aaron Hagedorn
Dr. Walter Zelman

Alexander Woodman, a professor of clinical preventive medicine, has been widely recognized for his research work in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. His primary research focuses on advancing global reproductive health, medical education, clinical research methodologies, and health diplomacy.

Education[edit]

A distinguished alumnus of Los Angeles High School, Alexander Woodman commenced his academic journey at Santa Monica College, Santa Monica, California earning an Associate of Science degree with honors. His pursuit of excellence continued at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where he was awarded both a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Arts degrees, graduating cum laude. He received the Chancellor Gene Block's award, ranking in the top three percent of UCLA's 2011 graduating class.[1][2] His role in the UCLA Honors program was pivotal, documenting the harrowing narratives of Holocaust and Genocide survivors – a testament to his societal engagement. He interviewed survivors who shared their personal stories of survival with the Plato Society of UCLA and the Museum of Tolerance in Los Angeles. While at UCLA, Alexander volunteered at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and gained a better understanding of community service and civil participation. As part of his undergraduate research award and community service, Woodman received the highly competitive Wasserman Fellowship.

Woodman's academic ascent proceeded at the University of Southern California (USC), where his scholarly contributions were marked by a Master of Science degree with distinction and a role as a co-teacher. [3][4] His scholarly pursuits led him to California State University, Fullerton (CSUF), where he was awarded a California Predoctoral fellowship and earned a Master of Public Health degree.[5] The pinnacle of Woodman's academic endeavors was achieving his doctoral degree from the University of Salford in Manchester, United Kingdom.[6] This achievement was further enhanced by his postdoctoral research conducted at both Harvard Medical School and Yale University.[7][8] Later, Alexander was invited as a summer faculty at Yale University.

His contributions and expertise in preventive medicine and clinical research earned him the Fulbright Research Fellowship. This distinguished fellowship supported his research at the School of Medicine at Arabian Gulf University (AGU) in Bahrain.

Career[edit]

Alexander Woodman started his professional journey at UCLA, Cal State LA, and the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), serving as a research associate. Under the tutelage of Dr. Walter Zelman, Chair of the Public Health Department, and Dr. Howard Xu of the Department of Biological Sciences, at Cal State LA, Woodman honed his expertise in developing advanced techniques for the rapid detection of bacterial pathogens. Woodman embarked on a mission to Southeast Asia, aiming to dissect and address the multifaceted barriers to infectious disease testing. In collaboration with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), his research at Chiang Mai University Medical Center and the Chiang Mai Provincial Health Office was instrumental in assessing the healthcare needs of the Burmese/Myanmar refugees and illegal migrants in Thailand's Saraphi district, Chiang Mai province.

Transitioning from his foundational research and academic achievements in the United States, Woodman was invited to expand his professional horizons in the Middle East. At a prominent university in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, he delved into clinical research and medical education. His collaborative initiatives with industry giants like Saudi Aramco, SABIC, and Sadara petrochemical companies were pivotal in enhancing preventative healthcare in the workplace.[9]

Research[edit]

Woodman's research extends across global reproductive health, medical education, clinical practice, and health diplomacy. In a pioneering doctoral thesis, he was the first to scrutinize the interplay between nutritional behaviors, attitudes, and the knowledge of the Food Dome dietary guidelines among students in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province.[10] This research unveiled insights that challenged existing paradigms, prompting Woodman to further his postdoctoral inquiries at Harvard Medical School. There, he delved into the correlation between the leptin gene mutations and various health indicators in obese individuals in Saudi Arabia, thereby laying the groundwork for subsequent research across the Gulf states.

His collaborations with the president of the Arab Board for Family and Community Medicine Zohair Sebai[11][12] and Islamic bioethicist Mohammed Ali Albar, who later mentored him, have been instrumental. Woodman emerged as the foremost researcher to systematically dissect and articulate ethical considerations in Saudi Arabia's bioethics realm.[13]

Publications[edit]

Woodman has authored several book chapters, delving into communicable and non-communicable diseases across various Middle Eastern study contexts.[14][15][16][17] His scholarly reach extends to the realm of contemporary bioethics, addressing critical issues such as end-of-life care, and the ethics of organ donation and transplantation. In the of public health and clinical research, Woodman's contributions are substantial, having authored and co-authored over fifty peer-reviewed articles published by publishing houses, including Cambridge University Press, Elsevier, Oxford University Press, Springer Nature, Taylor & Francis, and Wiley. His comprehensive publication record is meticulously cataloged on his ORCID page.[18]

In addition to his contributions as an author, Woodman has played a significant role in shaping scientific discourse as an editorial board member for journals such as the Ibnosina Journal of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, The New Armenian Medical Journal, and the Saudi Critical Care Journal. His commitment to fostering academic excellence was evident during his tenure at UCLA, where he served on the editorial board of Aleph, the university's premier journal dedicated to undergraduate research.

Book[edit]

In his book, The Land of ‘Adat, published in 2020, Alexander Woodman offers an insightful exploration of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, weaving a narrative that captures the essence of its rich history and enduring traditions through a modern lens.[19] This journey is not only a visual feast, illustrating the vibrant daily life in bustling marketplaces, homes ranging from the modest to the palatial, and the dynamic streets of its cities, but it also delves into the architectural splendor and the historical and religious enigmas of the land.[20][21] A highlight of Woodman's exploration includes the rock at Rephidim in the Jabal Al-Lawz mountain range, a site of profound biblical significance tied to Moses and the miraculous events described in Exodus 17:6. Central to Woodman's narrative is the intricate tapestry of Saudi identity. He navigates the depths of the Saudi spirit, portraying a people whose lives are profoundly shaped by reverence and respect for divine providence, familial bonds, and deeply ingrained moral values.[22] The Land of ‘Adat not only showcases the physical beauty of Saudi Arabia but also eloquently articulates the profound cultural ethos and traditions that are the bedrock of the nation. The Land of ‘Adat has earned its place in the collections of the British Library and Harvard University's Hollis Library.[23][24]

Saudi Ministry of Defense[edit]

Alexander Woodman was recruited as the Head of the Scientific Research Department at the King Fahad Military Medical Complex (KFMMC/PSMCHS), Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, marking a significant chapter in his career. Under his astute leadership, the KFMMC research team garnered grants and accolades from esteemed institutions, including the Al Jawhara Medical Centre for Molecular Medicine and Inherited Diseases, the King Fahad Specialist Hospital, the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, and Harvard University. Furthermore, Woodman's expertise was instrumental in his role as an investigative health researcher for the Medical Services Division of the Armed Forces Hospitals under the Saudi Ministry of Defense, where his contributions significantly advanced the domain of health research.

Public Appearances[edit]

Alexander Woodman was invited by prominent media outlets in the Gulf – including Middle East Health, Forbes Middle East, Diplomatic Quarter Publication,[25][26] Arab News, Leaders, and Foreign Policy News, DC – to initiate a series of thought-provoking discussions. Engaging with heads of states, titular leaders, politicians, and diplomats, he analyzed healthcare strategies as a means to enhance the global quality of life.[27][28] In 2020, Woodman was invited to cover G20 Riyadh summit and Global Health conferences by Diplomatic Quarter publication for the readers of DQ community in Riyadh.[29][30]

Woodman with Polish President Lech Wałęsa and Deputy Prime Minister of Poland Prof. Leszek Balcerowicz, in 2019

His discussions featured interactions with Polish President Lech Wałęsa (1990-1995), Deputy Prime Minister of Poland Prof. Leszek Balcerowicz (1989–1991, 1997–2001), senior British Diplomat Sir Michael Arthur KCMG, formerly her late Britannic Majesty’s Ambassador to the Federal Republic of Germany, British Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Simon Collis CMG, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s advisor Luca Ferrari, Pakistani Senator Rehman Malik.[31][32][33][34] Published interviews by Woodman also feature discussions with the Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition, General Raheel Sharif, the father of former Ambassador of the United States, Arturo Sarukhan, renowned biologist Jose Sarukhan Kermez in Mexico City, French Judge Elisabeth Baccara, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Minister of State Sheikh Shakhboot Nahyan Al Nahyan.

Woodman with Sheikh Shakhboot Nahyan Al Nahyan, the Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates, in 2018

He had an interview with the third oil minister of Saudi Arabia and Saudi Ambassador to Egypt from 2005 to 2011 Hisham Nazer’s son chairperson of Bupa Arabia Loay Hisham Nazer;[35] Saudi Minister of Finance (1960- 1961) HRH Talal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud’s[36] youngest son HRH Prince Abdulaziz Bin Talal, Muhamed Hamdi Jusufspahic the president of the supreme council of the Islamic community of Serbia, and Serbian mufti and deputy of Grand Mufti of the Islamic Community of Serbia, former President of the Republic of Dagestan Ramazan Abdulatipov, Afghan presidential candidate Syed Jalal Karim, and Greek regional governor and President of the Athens Medical Association, George Patoulis.[37]

Woodman with His Highness Sayyid Faisal bin Turki of Oman, HRH Shaikh Sabah Nasser Sabah Al Ahmad Al Sabah of Kuwait, and HRH Prince Hamad, in 2024

In his discussions, apart from studying the history and development of diplomacy from different perspectives, Woodman explored health from a new perspective: health diplomacy.[38][39] At this time, his discussions were with leading diplomats and ambassadors serving in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, exploring diplomacy aimed at protecting the health and well-being of populations beyond national borders.[40][41][42][43] Woodman outlined the history and precise development of Saudi Arabia's foreign policy, public diplomacy with foreign countries, dialogue-based diplomacy, changing perspectives, and how science and health have become the main pillars of modern diplomacy, including Saudi diplomacy and its allies.[44][45][46][47] Woodman has also been invited to advise leading international diplomats and heads of mission on health projects and initiatives, members of royal family in the Gulf, as well as major philanthropy organizations.[48][49] Woodman has consistently intertwined his research with the history of medicine, such as the Holocaust, genocides, and other human atrocities. His notable interviews include discussions with Agnieszka Holland[50] of the European Film Academy, Sharon Zaga and Mily Cohen of the Museo Memoria y Tolerancia in Mexico,[51] and Leslaw Piszewski[52], a prominent figure in Warsaw's Jewish community. These interactions underscore his commitment to addressing complex global issues through the lens of public health and diplomacy.

Al Saud Royal Family[edit]

Woodman in discussion with His Royal Highness Prince Sultan bin Salman Al Saud, in 2020

Driven by a keen interest in health from diverse perspectives, Alexander Woodman initiated insightful discussions with members of the Al Saud royal family, who are committed to advancing the health sector and overall well-being in Saudi Arabia, one of the world's most youthful nations. A notable aspect of these dialogues was his series of conversations with His Royal Highness Prince Sultan bin Salman Al Saud,[53] Chairman of the Board of Directors of the King Salman Center for Disability Research (KSCDR). As a non-profit entity, KSCDR is dedicated to conducting and supporting comprehensive research on disabilities across all ages. These discussions shed light on the status of individuals with disabilities in Saudi Arabia, the fundamental role of KSCDR, and its international collaborations. A prime example of such collaboration is with Boeing, in conjunction with Sir Michael Arthur KCMG, who spearheaded the Prince Sultan bin Salman Education and Awareness Program.[54] This initiative aims to raise awareness and impart knowledge on disabilities and inclusivity across various sectors, including educational institutions, workplaces, and government agencies. The disability studies expertise at KSCDR, was further expanded through collaboration with Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, where he was introduced to the concept of “Nothing About Us Without Us” by Professor Joseph Fins. This knowledge was reflected in the later stages of his studies when he focused specifically on studying the concept of “Nothing About Us Without Us” in Bahrain and other Gulf states.[55]

Woodman with His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Bandar Al Saud, Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to the United Kingdom, in 2019

In 2019, Woodman was invited to cover “A Life at the Heart of the Twentieth Century” London exhibition, celebrating the centenary of life-changing five-month visit of King Faisal Abdul Aziz Al Saud to Great Britain, Ireland, and France in 1919. The exhibition presented an overview of King Faisal's path, with a demonstration of his journey, the places he has visited, and the leaders he has met along the way. This historical journey is credited with the start of cordial relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom.

Further interactions with members of the Al Saud royal family related to Woodman's book The Land of ‘Adat. The book's foreword, penned by His Royal Highness Prince Turki Al Faisal Al Saud, son of King Faisal, adds a layer of distinguished insight to this work.

"In this volume the author offers a new perspective – highlighting our country’s natural beauty via its religious pillar, human endeavors, and the transmission of customs from one generation to the next – through a sharp eye that allows numerous details to stand out. Woodman’s lens captures symbolic meanings, sometimes of no special significance, but always with links to the past that authenticates origins. Woodman seems to have crossed the threshold of curiosity, took a flight throughout the land, surveyed its inner wealth, and landed on the runway of fondness," – His Royal Highness Prince Turki Al Faisal Al Saud.

"Woodman's book will certainly add value to my library and, at the same time, provide a source of inspiration to the readers and the generations to come," – His Royal Highness Prince Sultan bin Salman Al Saud.

Awards & Recognition[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Alexander Woodman '11 Passionate Educator and Advocate for Clinical Research Benefitting Global Health".
  2. ^ "UCLA Global Alexander Woodman".
  3. ^ "USC Leonard Davis Commencement 2015: Alexander Woodman".
  4. ^ "USC Leonard Davis MSG Student, Alexander Woodman, receives Academic Support Peer Achievement Award".
  5. ^ "News Release Sally Casanova Pre-Doctoral Scholars Cal State L.A."
  6. ^ "Salford PhD candidate explores food habits amongst Saudi youths as part of public health research".
  7. ^ "Salford graduate to continue 'first-of-its-kind' research at Harvard Medical School".
  8. ^ "Building Clinical Research Skills to Advance Health in Saudi Arabia - Alexander Woodman, Global Clinical Scholars Research Training, Training to Teach in Medicine".
  9. ^ Woodman, Alexander; Jaoua, Nizar; Al Zahrani, Eidan M.; Alfahad, Othman A.; Quiambao, Jenifer V.; Withers, Mellissa (1 June 2023). "Factors of Overweight and Obesity Among Employees of Petrochemical Manufacturing Companies". Journal of Community Health. 48 (3): 381–389.
  10. ^ "An Investigative Study on University Students' Knowledge and Attitudes towards the Food Dome in the Eastern Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia".
  11. ^ "Dr. Zohair Sebai and Alexander Woodman are discussing the history and current development of Saudi population health status".
  12. ^ "A holistic approach to health is what we should adopt in practicing medicine".
  13. ^ Woodman, Alexander; Waheed, Khawaja Bilal; Rasheed, Mohammad; Ahmad, Shakil (13 August 2022). "Current state of ethical challenges reported in Saudi Arabia: a systematic review & bibliometric analysis from 2010 to 2021". BMC Medical Ethics. 23 (1): 82.
  14. ^ Woodman, Alexander (2023). Challenges Associated with End-of-Life Care in Saudi Arabia. Palliative Care - Current Practice and Future Perspectives.
  15. ^ Woodman, Alexander (8 December 2022). Advances in Health and Disease, "Chapter 6. The Prevalence of Overweightness and Obesity among Adolescents in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia" "Chapter 7. Prevalence and Key Determinants of Overweightness and Obesity among Bahraini Adolescents". Nova Science Publishers, Inc. ISBN 979-8-88697-443-0.
  16. ^ Woodman, Alexander (3 December 2021). A Closer Look at Children’s Health. "Chapter 5. Risk Factors Associated with Overweight and Obesity among Emirati Adolescents in the United Arab Emirates". Nova Science Publishers, Inc. ISBN 978-1-68507-407-4.
  17. ^ Woodman, Alexander (January 2020). Childhood Obesity: Prevention, Risk Factors and Management. "Chapter 2. Childhood Obesity, Its Prevalence and Health Impact on Children and Adolescents in Orange County, California, US". Nova Science Publishers, Inc. ISBN 978-1-53617-361-1.
  18. ^ Woodman, Alexander. "ORCID". orcid.org.
  19. ^ University of Salford. "Salford PhD student captures the sacred traditions and untold stories of Saudi Arabia in book and documentary duo | University of Salford". www.salford.ac.uk.
  20. ^ DQ Living (14 February 2020). "A Journey to "The Land of Adat" - Dq Living Magazine".
  21. ^ Arab News (26 August 2020). "A westerner's journey through Saudi Arabia".
  22. ^ Alchemiya Media. "The Land of Adat, Saudi Arabia".
  23. ^ Woodman, Alexander. "The Land of 'Adat". Harvard Hollis Library.
  24. ^ Woodman, Alexander. "The Land of 'Adat". British Library.
  25. ^ "DQ Living Magazine". 2017-11-21. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  26. ^ "Japan-Saudi Ties: An Interview With the Japanese Ambassador". thediplomat.com. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  27. ^ "Saudi Arabia and Japan — ancient nations looking to the future". Arab News Japan. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  28. ^ "INTERVIEW: The first Japanese female professor in Saudi Arabia". Arab News Japan. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  29. ^ Woodman, Alexander (2020-12-14). "The G20 Riyadh Summit 2020 - Dq Living Magazine". Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  30. ^ Woodman, Alexander (2021-10-20). "Riyadh Global Medical BioTechnology Summit 2021 - Dq Living Magazine". Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  31. ^ "Former Polish President Lech Wałęsa – Nobel Prize winning labor activist who changed the European history in an exclusive interview with Alexander Woodman". Foreign Policy News. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  32. ^ Woodman, Alexander (2021-10-20). "KSCDR & Boeing Launch Prince Sultan bin Salman Individuals with Disabilities Education and Awareness Program - Dq Living Magazine". Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  33. ^ Woodman, Alexanderr (2019-06-17). "Incredible Italy - Dq Living Magazine". Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  34. ^ "Conversation with former Director-General of the Federal Investigation Agency of Pakistan Senator Rehman Malik". Foreign Policy News. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  35. ^ "Interview with Loay Hisham Nazer of Bupa Arabia Health Insurance". Foreign Policy News. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  36. ^ Woodman, Alexander (2022-02-14). "Memorial Exhibition Honoring HRH Prince Talal bin Abdulaziz - Dq Living Magazine". Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  37. ^ Woodman, Alexander (2021-04-15). "Comisión Nacional Para El Conocimiento Y Uso De La Biodiversidad an Exclusive Discussion With National Coordinator of Conabio Dr. José Sarukhán Kermez". Annals of the Romanian Society for Cell Biology: 6003–6009.
  38. ^ Woodman, Alexander (2021-06-30). "World Happiness Report 2021: KSA, Denmark Prioritize Citizens' Quality of Life - Dq Living Magazine". Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  39. ^ Woodman, Alexander (2021-10-20). "Interview with the Ambassador: Georg Pöstinger - Dq Living Magazine". Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  40. ^ "Ambassador Uemura: Education key to strengthening Saudi-Japan ties". Arab News Japan. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  41. ^ "Saudi Arabia and South Korea on the path to revitalization". Foreign Policy News. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  42. ^ Woodman, Alexander (2022-08-09). "Obesity in Saudi Arabia - Dq Living Magazine". Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  43. ^ Woodman, Alexander (2020-06-30). "A Union's Purpose - Dq Living Magazine". Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  44. ^ "Dr. Aaron Hagedorn, worldwide admired leader in the field of gerontology". Foreign Policy News. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  45. ^ "The Italian deputy and the President of Saudi-Italian Parliamentary Committee shares recent developments about women in the Kingdom". Foreign Policy News. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  46. ^ "UN Women Regional Director for the Arab States and Asia-Pacific regions Mr. Mohammad Naciri discusses the role of women in development of Saudi society". Foreign Policy News. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  47. ^ "LEADERS- FEBRUARY 2020". Leaders. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  48. ^ "Alwaleed Philanthropies - We strive for a world of equal opportunities". Alwaleed Philanthropies. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  49. ^ Woodman, Alexander (2019-12-14). "On A Mission: Her Royal Highness Princess Lamia Bint Majed Saud Al Saud - Dq Living Magazine". Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  50. ^ Woodman, Alexander (2023-09-02). "Discussion with the President of the European Film Academy, Agnieszka Holland". Studies in European Cinema. 20 (3): 254–262. doi:10.1080/17411548.2021.2004010. ISSN 1741-1548.
  51. ^ Woodman, Alexander (2023-10-02). "Promoting tolerance through historical memory A discussion with the founders of the Museo Memoria y Tolerancia, Mexico". Journal of Modern Jewish Studies. 22 (4): 400–411. doi:10.1080/14725886.2022.2058381. ISSN 1472-5886.
  52. ^ "Education works to keep Jewish identity and heritage a core value for all". Foreign Policy News. Retrieved 2024-02-14.
  53. ^ Woodman, Alexander (2020). "A Conversation with HRH Prince Sultan bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud - Dq Living Magazine". Retrieved 2024-02-13.
  54. ^ Woodman, Alexander (2020). "A Conversation with HRH Prince Sultan bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud - Dq Living Magazine". Retrieved 2024-02-13.
  55. ^ Woodman, Alexander (2024). "Nothing About Us Without Us: A Fulbright Research Scholar Paves the Road to Embrace the Disability with Dignity". Fulbright Chronicles. Retrieved 2024-02-13.

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