Dr. Ahmed Rasheed

Dr. Ahmed Rasheed is a consultant physician at Indhira Gandhi Memorial Hospital (IGMH) in Malé — the Maldives' main public referral hospital. With 13 years of internal medicine experience, he provides adult medical care for Maldivians and the country's large resort worker population.

As a small island nation, the Maldives has limited specialist medical capacity, and Dr. Rasheed is one of the senior physicians managing the full range of adult medical conditions in Malé. Diabetes and hypertension are highly prevalent in the Maldives, driven by a high-sugar traditional diet, sedentary lifestyle, and genetic predisposition.

For conditions requiring subspecialist investigation or procedures beyond IGMH's capacity — cardiology interventions, advanced oncology, complex surgery — he facilitates referrals to Sri Lanka or India, which are the primary medical evacuation destinations for Maldivian patients.

Dr. Rasheed completed his MBBS training in Sri Lanka or India (as is common for Maldivian medical graduates) and obtained his MD in Internal Medicine. He holds MRCP (UK) and participates in continuing medical education through the Maldives Medical Association and regional partners.

Dr. Rasheed's practice covers diabetes mellitus management, hypertension, chronic kidney disease, dyslipidaemia, thyroid disorders, respiratory infections, and general internal medicine. He performs diagnostic procedures including pleural aspiration, ascitic tap, and lumbar puncture. For complex cases requiring subspecialist input, he facilitates referral to Sri Lanka or India.

Dr. Rasheed participates in Maldives Medical Association continuing education and contributes to diabetes and NCD awareness programs in the Maldives. He is focused on clinical practice given the Maldives' small specialist workforce.

Dr. Rasheed sees international patients at IGMH including resort workers, tourists requiring medical care, and expatriates in Malé. He consults in Dhivehi and English. Video consultations are available for follow-up care and second opinions.

Dr. Rasheed has been recognized by IGMH for contributions to internal medicine. He is an active member of the Maldives Medical Association and participates in diabetes and NCD prevention programs in the Maldives.