SARA ASHRAF ABDALLAH ABD-ELGHAFFAR

About

Dedicated adult cardiology senior specialist and lecturer with extensive academic and clinical experience in cardiovascular medicine, cardiac emergencies, coronary care, echocardiography, and cardio-oncology. Research-oriented clinician and leader of research initiatives, with published work and conference speaking experience focused on cancer therapy-related cardiotoxicity and cardiovascular imaging.

Experience

• Lecturer of Cardiology
  Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University · Egypt
  Jun 2026 – Present

  Deliver evidence based undergraduate and postgraduate cardiology education, mentor clinical trainees. Supervise junior staff and evaluate their performance to ensure high-quality clinical care.

• Adult cardiology senior specialist
  Tanta university hospitals- Tanta French hospital & Qoolop Misr hospital · Egypt
  Aug 2022 – Present

  Diagnose and manage complex cardiovascular cases in outpatient clinics, inpatient wards, and coronary care units. Perform advanced echocardiography and contribute to clinical research and scientific publications. Head of the cardio-oncology clinic at Tanta French hospital, providing comprehensive cardiovascular assessment and monitoring of patients receiving chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Perform and interpret clinical cardiovascular data and ECGs, alongside advanced transthoracic echocardiography for early detection of cancer therapy related cardiotoxicity. Lead a multidisciplinary research group developing and coordinating multiple innovative research projects and new research ideas in cardio-oncology and cardiovascular imaging.

• Assistant Lecturer of Cardiology
  Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University · Egypt
  Nov 2022 – Jun 2026

  Delivered and supported undergraduate medical education in cardiology including lectures, clinical teaching and bedside training. Participated in the clinical training and assessment of medical students. Presented case reports and research ideas at national cardiology conferences and scientific meetings.

• Demonstrator of Cardiology
  Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University · Egypt
  Aug 2022 – Nov 2022

  Assisted faculty members in practical and clinical cardiology education. Supervised students during bedside teaching and cardiovascular examination sessions. Supported departmental research activities and academic programs.

• Cardiology Resident
  Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University · Egypt
  Sep 2017 – Aug 2022

  Managed critically ill cardiac patients in coronary care units and emergency departments. Performed cardiovascular assessment, ECG interpretation, Holter analysis, and echocardiography. Assisted in advanced cardiac procedures and emergency life-support interventions.

• General Practitioner
  Egyptian Ministry of Health · Egypt
  May 2017 – Sep 2017

  Diagnosed and managed acute and chronic medical conditions. Delivered preventive healthcare services and patient education. Coordinated referrals and maintained accurate medical records.

• Internship Physician
  Tanta University Hospitals & Egyptian Ministry of Health · Egypt
  Mar 2016 – Feb 2017

  Completed clinical rotations across major medical and surgical specialties. Assisted consultants in patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning. Developed practical clinical skills while providing supervised patient care.

Education

• 2026 FM
  Ph.D. in Cardiology

  Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University

  Cardiology · 2026

  Cardiology
• 2021 FM
  M.Sc. in Cardiology

  Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University

  Cardiology · 2021

  Cardiology
• 2015 FM
  Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery (MBBCh)

  Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University

  Medicine & Surgery · 2015

  Medicine & Surgery
• 2009 ?
  High School Certificate

  2009

Skills

Languages

Courses & certifications

• ESC Guideline Update – iHeart Expert Seminar · 2025
• 3D Transthoracic Echocardiography Workshop · 2025
• ESC Guideline Update – iHeart Expert Seminar · 2025
• 3D Transthoracic Echocardiography Workshop · 2025
• European CME Program (24 CME Credits) · 2023
• Artificial Intelligence in Medicine Workshop · 2023
• European CME Program (24 CME Credits) · 2023
• Artificial Intelligence in Medicine Workshop · 2023
• EACAVI TOE Simulator Training · 2021
• EACAVI TOE Simulator Training · 2021
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Intensive English Language Certificate · Tanta University
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Intensive English Language Certificate · Tanta University
• Digital Transformation Certificate · Tanta University

📚 Publications

• Assessment of Risk Factors, Clinical Presentation and Angiographic Profile of Coronary Slow Flow Phenomenon
• Role of Tei Index in Early Detection of Anthracycline-Induced Cardiotoxicity · 2025

🤝 Volunteering

• Tanta University Medical Outreach Campaigns · Volunteer Physician

  Conducted cardiovascular screening initiatives, performed patient assessment and community health education, and promoted cardiovascular disease prevention and early detection.