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Dr Mohammad Al-Ubaydli

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CEO / Physician

Dr. Mohammad Al Ubaydli is a distinguished physician, programmer, and acclaimed social entrepreneur. His education is defined by a unique combination of disciplines, holding a first-class degree in medicine from the University of Cambridge and qualifications as an IT programmer from Anglia Ruskin University.
This dual expertise was the foundation for his entrepreneurial drive. Dr. Al Ubaydli is the founder and CEO of Patients Know Best (PKB), a pioneering British social enterprise that has become one of the world's largest personal health records companies. Inspired by his own journey as a patient, PKB empowers individuals by placing them in control of their medical data. He was elected as an Ashoka Fellow in 2012 for his contributions to patient care. Dr. Al Ubaydli is also an Honorary Professor at the University of Warwick.

The Mindset That Turns Trauma Into Power
Sept. 15, 2025

The Mindset That Turns Trauma Into Power

From dodging scorpions in Yemen to surviving war zones in Lebanon, Mohammad Al-Ubaydli’s life is a masterclass in resilience. Discover how this Cambridge doctor and programmer is disrupting the NHS with Patients Know Best, empowering 6 million people to own their medical data and take charge of the…

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