Alexandra Economacos MBBCh, DA (SA), FC Rad (DSA)

Dr. Alex started and completed all her medical training in South Africa and is a University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg graduate (1992), Diplomate of Anesthesia (1994), and Fellow of the College of South African Radiologists (1999).

She super specialised in the field of breast imaging, working as a dedicated breast consultant at The Bone and Breast Care Centre, Johannesburg.

Arriving in Dubai, in 2008, she established the first dedicated breast imaging unit at Mediclinic City Hospital, offering image-guided breast interventions to limit unnecessary surgeries and guide more personalized treatment options. This passion was integral in setting up multidisciplinary team meetings that continue to provide a good forum for international best practices.

She has a keen interest in education and teaching and has participated as a presenter and faculty at many local and international congresses. She is involved in medical student teaching and student research projects through the Mohammed Bin Rashid University