Dr. Ramez Abu Sabha

Consultant Psychiatrist

Nationality: Swedish

License Number: DOH-GD45734

Language: Arabic, Danish, English, German, Hungarian, Norwegian, Spanish, Swedish

Speciality: Psychiatry

Dr. Ramez Abu Sabha is a licensed and registered Swedish Consultant Psychiatrist with over 22 years of experience in psychiatry, mental health, and psychological well-being—of which 16 years have been as a consultant specializing in psychiatry. While his primary focus is adult psychiatry, Dr. Abu Sabha also holds expertise in short term management and assessment of child and adolescent psychiatry, academic research, and complex diagnostic assessments. He has served as a Senior Medical Supervisor and currently as Group Medical Director, overseeing multidisciplinary teams and clinical programs across multiple cities and countries.

Throughout his career, Dr. Abu Sabha has provided consultant psychiatric care and program development in several European countries, and before moving to the UAE in Sweden, where he worked as a Senior Medical Supervisor, visiting consultant in psychopharmacology, community psychiatry, liaison psychiatry, and psychotherapy. His work bridges psychological assistance, integrated diagnostics, and evidence-based, tailored treatment plans, combining psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, and neurostimulation modalities with a strong emphasis on transcultural psychiatry and holistic patient care.

Deeply committed to advancing mental health and emotional well-being, Dr. Abu Sabha has contributed to the creation and supervision of several community-based programs aimed at awareness, destigmatization, resilience-building, and preventive mental health education. During his tenure in Sweden, he founded and led one of the most recognized diagnostic and treatment teams in the Nordic region, integrating individual-centered psychiatric care with community and cultural awareness.

Currently, Dr. Abu Sabha serves as Group Medical Director and Senior Medical Supervisor at the Alkalma, Aspris by Alkalma Group, where he combines daily clinical practice with program development for both inpatient and outpatient services. His responsibilities include designing and implementing comprehensive well-being and mental health programs, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, case managers, and institutional commissions to promote psychological resilience and societal well-being throughout the Mena region.

Over the years, he has held multiple leadership positions, including:

Head of Psychiatry Department for emergencies, in/ outpatient, and rehabilitation Hospital in Miskolc Hungary
Head of Forensic Psychiatry Department, Gavleborg Sweden
Head of Suicide preventive program, Gavleborg Sweden
Senior Medical Supervisor to University-Affiliated Hospitals, Gavleborg Sweden
Lead of Liaison and Diagnostic Teams, Sweden
Consultant Psychiatrist in Emergency Psychiatry for both Adult and child/Adolescence
Supervisor and Trainer for Medical Students, Residents, and Nursing Professionals

Dr. Abu Sabha’s professional vision combines clinical excellence, academic rigor, and a deeply humanistic approach to care promoting self-awareness, emotional growth, and community mental health on both individual and societal levels.

Mood and Affective Disorders:

Depression, bipolar and cyclothymic disorders, dysthymia, and seasonal affective disorder.

Anxiety and Stress-Related Disorders:

Generalized anxiety, panic disorder, agoraphobia, social anxiety, adjustment disorders, OCD, and PTSD.

Psychotic and Schizoaffective Disorders:

Schizophrenia spectrum, early psychosis prevention, and complex psychotic presentations.

Eating Disorders:

Assessment and treatment of anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and emotional eating patterns.

Neuropsychiatric and Developmental Disorders:

ADHD, ADD, autism spectrum disorders, personality disorders with neuropsychiatric overlap, and neurocognitive dysfunctions.

Addiction Psychiatry:

Substance use and behavioral addictions, including gaming, digital, and gambling disorders.

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry:

Developmental, emotional, and behavioral challenges initial assessments; family-based initial assessments; acute crisis management, referral to specialized teams.

Psychotherapy Modalities:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Cognitive Therapy, Short-Dynamic Psychotherapy and DBT modalities.

Somatic and Neurostimulation Therapies:

ECT, rTMS, and integrative neuropsychiatric interventions.

Psycho-Organic and Neuropsychiatry:

Psychiatric aspects of neurological, endocrinological, and autonomic disorders; psychosomatic and neuroimmune syndromes (e.g., PANDAS).

Forensic and Transcultural Psychiatry:

Expert assessments, cultural formulation, and culturally sensitive diagnostic frameworks.

Geriatric Psychiatry:

Mood, cognitive, and behavioral disorders in late life.

Women’s Mental Health:

Mental health care across reproductive transitions — premenstrual, perinatal, and menopausal stages.

Mood and Affective Disorders:

Depression, bipolar and cyclothymic disorders, dysthymia, and seasonal affective disorder.

Anxiety and Stress-Related Disorders:

Generalized anxiety, panic disorder, agoraphobia, social anxiety, adjustment disorders, OCD, and PTSD.

Psychotic and Schizoaffective Disorders:

Schizophrenia spectrum, early psychosis prevention, and complex psychotic presentations.

Eating Disorders:

Assessment and treatment of anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and emotional eating patterns.

Neuropsychiatric and Developmental Disorders:

ADHD, ADD, autism spectrum disorders, personality disorders with neuropsychiatric overlap, and neurocognitive dysfunctions.

Addiction Psychiatry:

Substance use and behavioral addictions, including gaming, digital, and gambling disorders.

MD, General Psychiatrist, Consultant Psychiatrist, Psychotherapist
Group Medical Director – Outpatient and Inpatient Services
Head of Department & Senior Medical Supervisor
Supervising Residents and Senior Specialists
Expert in Adult Psychiatry, with Additional Expertise in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Responsible for Program Development, Research, and Clinical Liaison
Lead, Special Teams for Complex Cases and Diagnostic Assessments

Dr. Ramez Abu Sabha approaches each patient with empathy, respect, and individualized care, believing that effective treatment combines both scientific rigor and human connection. He is committed to listening deeply, understanding the unique circumstances of each person, and tailoring interventions that fit their specific needs, whether through psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, or integrative treatment plans.

He emphasizes empowerment, resilience, and self-awareness, helping patients develop healthy coping strategies, strengthen emotional well-being, and achieve long-term mental health goals. Dr. Ramiz values collaboration with patients and their families, guiding them through complex challenges while fostering hope and confidence in recovery.

His approach balances evidence-based treatment with a compassionate understanding of the personal and cultural context of each patient, creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals feel heard, respected, and motivated to grow.

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