Dr. Maryam Anas Al Matrooshi — Biography and Career
Dr. Maryam Anas Al Matrooshi is a distinguished Emirati medical leader, senior UAE government official, and pioneering forensic radiologist based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. She is the first female forensic radiologist in the Middle East and one of the most prominent women in UAE healthcare, government, and sports leadership. Her career spans over 20 years of service at Dubai Police, federal sports federations, and the UAE wellness sector.
Early life and education
Dr. Maryam Anas Al Matrooshi was born and educated in the United Arab Emirates. She completed her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) from Dubai Medical College, where she developed a strong foundation in clinical and diagnostic medicine. Driven by a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation in forensic science, she pursued specialist certifications in radiology at the international level — earning the European Board of Diagnostic Radiology certification from Austria and the Arab Board of Radiology. She later completed a PhD in Medical Radiology, one of the most prestigious academic qualifications in her field.
Career at Dubai Police
Dr. Maryam Anas Al Matrooshi joined Dubai Police's Department of Forensic Medicine and the Dubai Police Health Centre, where she dedicated her career to advancing radiology and forensic medicine in the UAE. She served as Deputy Head of Radiology before rising to Head of the Radiology Department, a role she holds today. In her most celebrated achievement, she established the first forensic radiology laboratory in the Middle East at Dubai Police — enabling virtual autopsies (virtopsy) using CT and MRI scanning as an alternative to conventional manual autopsy. This innovation made Dubai Police one of only three institutions globally to adopt virtopsy technology, a practice that reduces examination time, preserves the dignity of the deceased, and respects cultural and religious values. During her clinical practice, she also discovered malignant tumours and saved the lives of seven individuals, underscoring her commitment to patient-centred care alongside forensic work.
Sports leadership and federation roles
Beyond medicine, Dr. Maryam Anas Al Matrooshi is a senior figure in UAE sports governance. She was the first female appointed as Head of the Dubai Police Athletic Council — a world-first institutional appointment that reflects Dubai Police's commitment to gender inclusion at the highest level. She serves as Vice President for Dubai at the UAE Sports For All Federation, a federal Ministry of Sport body, championing national wellbeing, physical literacy, and community sports participation. She also chairs the UAE Gymnastics Committee, supporting gymnastics talent development across the country, and holds honorary membership in the UAE Kung Fu, Tai Chi and Qigong Association.
The Coreprint Method and Nokba Management
Dr. Maryam Anas Al Matrooshi is the creator of the Coreprint Method — an original human performance and personal development framework designed to help individuals identify their core identity, break personal limits, and achieve sustainable transformation in all areas of life. The method forms the intellectual foundation of Nokba Management L.L.C., a Dubai-based management consultancy and personal development platform that she founded and leads as CEO from Meydan, Dubai. She also serves as Project Development Director at Dubai Herbal and Treatment Centre, where she drives holistic and integrated wellness programmes.
International presence and keynote speaking
Dr. Maryam Anas Al Matrooshi has delivered more than 50 international keynote appearances, conference presentations, and expert panel contributions. She has spoken at Expo 2020 Dubai, the World Police Games, Arab Health, and international forensic medicine and sports governance summits. She is a sought-after keynote speaker on forensic radiology innovation, virtual autopsy in the Arab world, women in UAE medicine and government, sports governance and national wellbeing, the Coreprint Method and human performance, and UAE institutional transformation. She is available for keynote engagements, expert advisory roles, and research collaborations via drmaryamalmatrooshi.ae/contact.html
Reputed Emirati woman leader — national and regional recognition
Dr. Maryam Anas Al Matrooshi is widely recognised as one of the most reputed and distinguished Emirati women in government, medicine, and science. She is a UAE national achiever, a successful Emirati professional woman, and a role model for the next generation of women pursuing careers in STEM, forensic medicine, and public leadership. Her career is fully aligned with the UAE Vision 2031 goals for female empowerment, institutional excellence, and global positioning of Emirati talent. As an influential Arab woman in medicine and a pioneering woman in UAE government, she is frequently referenced in discussions about female leadership, Emirati women in STEM, and prominent UAE female officials.
