Dr. Shaymaa Alshammari

Dr. Shaymaa is a Specialist Diagnostic Radiologist with 20 years of experience in diagnostic imaging and image-guided procedures. Her reporting practice covers ultrasound, mammography, bone density (DXA), general radiography, fluoroscopy and computed tomography.

She qualified in medicine at the University of Baghdad, and went on to complete a Diploma in Diagnostic Radiology there in 2012. She holds the European Diploma in Radiology (EDiR), awarded by the European Board of Radiology in 2021, and has passed Part 1 of the Fellowship examination of the Royal College of Radiologists.

A substantial part of Dr. Shaymaa's work is in women's imaging. She reports first-trimester screening including early pregnancy assessment and nuchal translucency, detailed second-trimester anomaly scans, third-trimester growth and biophysical profile studies, and fetal Doppler surveillance, together with 3D and 4D obstetric ultrasound. Her gynaecological work includes the assessment of adnexal masses, endometriosis mapping, uterine anomalies, follicular tracking, and hysterosalpingography for infertility and tubal patency.

Alongside this she reports breast imaging across digital mammography, tomosynthesis and breast ultrasound; paediatric ultrasound including neonatal cranial studies and acute paediatric presentations; adult multi-system ultrasound; vascular and Doppler studies; and whole-body CT in emergency and elective settings. She also performs ultrasound-guided interventions including core biopsy, fine-needle aspiration and wire localisation.

Dr. Shaymaa has a particular interest in structured, standardised reporting using systems such as BI-RADS, TI-RADS and O-RADS, in quality assurance for mammography screening, in radiation safety, and in workflow design for hospital imaging units. She works closely with referring clinicians across specialties to make sure imaging findings translate into clear next steps for the patient.

Patient-Care Philosophy

“I am committed to delivering the highest standard of diagnostic accuracy while prioritising patient safety, comfort and radiation optimisation (ALARA). I believe radiology is the cornerstone of effective medicine, requiring close collaboration with referring physicians to ensure precise, individualised patient pathways. My philosophy centres on treating the patient, not just the image — combining diagnostic care with compassionate communication, so that patients feel heard and respected during anxious moments.”