Shafi Ahmed

Professor Shafi Ahmed is a globally renowned cyber security and digital health expert, celebrated for his pioneering work at the intersection of healthcare, technology, and innovation. A multi-award-winning surgeon and entrepreneur, Professor Ahmed has delivered over 300 keynotes across 40 countries, including at TEDx and Wired Health events. His ability to simplify complex technological concepts and present future-focused insights has made him a sought-after international keynote speaker. As a faculty member at prestigious institutions such as Harvard Medical School, Imperial College London, and Singularity University, he has shared his expertise on digital transformation, cybersecurity, and innovation in healthcare, earning him widespread respect in the field.

Professor Ahmed’s most notable achievements underscore his standing as a trailblazer in digital health and cyber security. He is the Co-Founder and CEO of Medical Realities, an award-winning XR education company, and has been instrumental in creating cutting-edge virtual and augmented reality training platforms. In 2016, he performed the world’s first virtual reality live-streamed operation, viewed in over 140 countries, followed by the first operation streamed using Snapchat Spectacles. These groundbreaking initiatives highlight his dedication to secure, accessible medical education. His influence in cyber security is further cemented by his advisory roles with major organisations, including the Abu Dhabi Ministry of Health, Google, PwC, Merck, and Johnson & Johnson, where he has championed secure digital health ecosystems.

Recognised as one of the top 20 global influencers in digital health, Professor Ahmed was named a HIMSS Future50 Clinical Leader in 2020 and won the NHS70 Parliamentary Future NHS Award in 2018. His leadership in developing the first healthcare city in the Metaverse with AIMEDIS, where he serves as the world’s first Chief Medical Metaverse Officer, demonstrates his commitment to shaping the future of secure, innovative healthcare. He also chairs the GIANT Health event and the Webit Health Summit, fostering collaboration between 200,000 digital health entrepreneurs and innovators.

A visionary leader, Professor Shafi Ahmed is redefining the boundaries of cyber security and digital health. His remarkable career and commitment to innovation make him an inspiring speaker for organisations seeking expert insights into future technologies, secure digital transformation, and healthcare innovation. Hire Professor Shafi Ahmed via The Cyber Security Speakers Agency.