About SAHMED
Independent forensic medical expertise for justice, healthcare and institutions.
Who we are
Sameera Alhammadi Forensic Medicine Consultancy L.L.C. (SAHMED) is a UAE forensic medicine consultancy, licensed by the Department of Economic Development and the Department of Health, with offices in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. We provide independent, evidence-based forensic medical opinions to courts, legal practitioners, government bodies, healthcare providers, insurers and individuals. Led by Dr. Sameera Al Hammadi, and drawing on a network of international forensic medicine specialists, SAHMED brings international-standard expertise to cases in the UAE and abroad.
Our story
Built on judicial practice.
Founded by the former Head of Forensic Medicine at the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department.
Medicine meets law.
A forensic specialist and a practising lawyer lead the firm together.
A regional network.
Access to forensic specialists across the region and internationally.
Two offices.
Abu Dhabi and Dubai, licensed in the UAE.
Vision and Mission
Our Founding Purpose
Founded with an Emirati spirit and a global outlook, the company was built to be the nation’s first dedicated institution offering forensic medical consultancy and technical, forensic support to the justice and health systems.
Our Vision
To be the nation’s first point of reference, and a leading regional and international platform, for forensic medical and forensic science consultancy. We do this by upholding rigorous governance standards and bringing together national expertise and global talent to support the rule of law and strengthen the health and justice systems.
Our Mission
We are committed to serving the nation and its people with rigorous, independent forensic medical opinions built on sound science, solid legal grounding and complete integrity. We work to support justice, protect the rights of individuals and institutions, and equip the judicial, health and insurance sectors with clear, well-reasoned reports that strengthen both the justice system and society, with an Emirati spirit and a global outlook.
Core Values
The principles an expert opinion must rest on, and the way we treat the people behind every case.
Independence
Our opinions follow the evidence, whoever instructs us.
Scientific rigour
Conclusions grounded in accepted forensic science and international guidance.
Confidentiality
Case information protected at every stage of our work.
Clarity
Complex medical findings explained so courts and clients can act on them.
Dignity
Respect for the deceased, the injured and their families.
Accountability
We stand behind every report we sign.
Areas of Expertise
- Forensic Pathology
- Clinical Forensic Medicine
- Medico-Legal Consultancy
- Medical Liability
- Forensic Toxicology
- Forensic Imaging and Education
Licensed and accountable
Licensed in the UAE. Opinions prepared and signed by qualified forensic medicine specialists.
- Abu Dhabi
- Dubai
Confidential enquiries
Have a case where the medical evidence matters?
Tell us about it in confidence. We will confirm whether we can help and how.