Assistant Professor of Dermatology | Specialist in Dermoscopy, Trichoscopy & Skin of Color
Mohammed VI University of Health Sciences
University Hospitals: Cheikh Khalifa & Mohammed VI, Casablanca, Morocco
Contact Information
- Email: awatef.kelati@um6ss.ac.ma
- LinkedIn: Awatef Kelati
- Instagram: @pr.awatefkelati
- ResearcherID: A-2204-2018
- ORCID: 0000-0002-5603-6023
- Google Scholar: Prof. Awatef Kelati
Professional Summary
Prof. Awatef Kelati is a distinguished dermatologist specializing in dermoscopy, trichoscopy, and the management of skin of color. She serves as an Assistant Professor of Dermatology at Mohammed VI University of Health Sciences in Casablanca, Morocco. Prof. Kelati practices at both the Cheikh Khalifa International University Hospital and the Mohammed VI University Hospital, where she focuses on medical and surgical dermatology.
She holds multiple university diplomas in aesthetic dermatology, dermatological lasers, hair diseases and scalp surgery, wound healing, pediatric dermatology, and medical writing. Prof. Kelati is actively involved in various international dermatology societies and has contributed extensively to research in her field.
Education & Training
- Medical Degree (MD): Jikei School of Medicine, Japan
- Master of Science & PhD in International Health: Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, UK
- University Diplomas: Aesthetic Dermatology, Dermatological Lasers, Hair Diseases and Scalp Surgery, Wound Healing, Pediatric Dermatology, Medical Writing
- Certifications: Dermatology Medical Writing, Epidemiology & Biostatistics (Morocco); University Teaching Course (University of Hong Kong); Hair Transplantation (Cairo, Egypt)
Professional Experience
Mohammed VI University of Health Sciences, Casablanca, Morocco
Assistant Professor of Dermatology
2015 – Present
- Deliver lectures and supervise clinical training in dermatology for medical students.
- Conduct research in dermoscopy, trichoscopy, and skin of color.
- Collaborate with international experts to enhance dermatology education and practice.
Cheikh Khalifa International University Hospital & Mohammed VI University Hospital, Casablanca, Morocco
Consultant Dermatologist
2015 – Present
- Provide medical and surgical dermatology services, specializing in skin of color.
- Utilize advanced imaging techniques, including dermoscopy and trichoscopy, in patient diagnosis and management.
Research & Publications
- Publications: Over 60 peer-reviewed articles focusing on dermoscopy, trichoscopy, skin cancer, dermatopathology, psoriasis, and dermatological lasers.
- Abstracts: 11 abstracts published in Annales de Dermatologie et de Vénéréologie.
- Editorial Roles: Member of the editorial board for Skin Appendage Disorders.
- Reviewer: Recognized reviewer for journals such as British Journal of Dermatology, European Journal of Dermatology, and Dermatology Practical & Conceptual.
- Research Interests: Dermoscopy, trichoscopy, hair disorders, skin of color, inflammatory dermatoses, and skin cancer.
Professional Affiliations
- International Society of Dermoscopy: Co-chair of the Skin of Color Imaging Task Force; Member of the Hair Diseases Task Force.
- European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV): Member of the Hair Disorders Task Force.
- French Society of Dermatology: Board Member of the Non-Invasive Skin Imaging Group.
- Moroccan Society of Dermatology: Member of the Dermoscopy, Hair Disorders, Inflammatory Disorders, and Skin Cancer Groups.
- Ethnic Hair Research Society: Active Member.
Languages
- Arabic: Native
- French: Fluent
- English: Fluent
Awards & Recognitions
- Scopex H-index: 15
- Scientific Organizer: World Dermoscopy Day, in collaboration with the International Dermoscopy Society and Global Dermatology.
- Bibliographic Surveillance: Responsible for the bibliographic surveillance disseminated by the French Society of Dermatology for the ICNI group.
Personal Statement
Prof. Awatef Kelati is committed to advancing dermatology through education, research, and clinical practice. Her work focuses on enhancing the understanding and management of skin conditions in diverse populations, particularly those with darker skin tones.
