Journal
Evidence, before adjectives.
Physician-led writing on longevity, diagnostics, skin, hair, weight and IV therapy — what the evidence supports, and what it doesn’t.
Longevity
Measure first: the case for diagnostics-led care
Most health concerns are decided long before symptoms appear. Why we start with measurement, not a protocol — and what that changes.
Body & Weight
GLP-1 therapies, explained
Weight is biology, not willpower. A plain-language look at how the GLP-1 class works, who it's for, and why it's a prescription, not a shortcut.
Hair
PRP for hair: what the evidence supports
An honest look at platelet-rich plasma for hair loss — where it has a reasonable evidence base, and why diagnosis has to come first.
Skin & Dermatology
Skin is the biomarker you can see
The same drivers that shape how you age internally show up first in the skin. Why we treat aesthetic medicine as part of the longevity picture.
IV Therapy
What to expect from medical-grade IV therapy
Not a flavour menu. How clinician-supervised IV drips are compounded by intent — and what makes a medical drip different.
Longevity
Longevity health assessment in Dubai: advanced diagnostics for healthspan
Longevity health assessment in Dubai at Shookra. Advanced diagnostics, biological age testing and a clinically supervised plan to extend healthspan. Book a consultation.
Longevity
Functional medicine in Dubai: a personalised approach to wellness
Functional medicine in Dubai at Shookra. Doctor-led, diagnostics-first care that addresses root causes. Led by Dr. Hassan Hamdan. Book a consultation.
Skin & Dermatology
Hydrafacial for men: a modern fountain of youth
Discover how Hydrafacial differs from other facial treatments, and whether you can combine it with other aesthetic procedures.
Body & Weight
What are the pressotherapy benefits and who can enjoy the treatment?
Learn what makes pressotherapy popular among Dubai's professionals. See if you're the right candidate and how the therapy enhances performance.
Body & Weight
Is cryolipolysis effective for fat cell removal?
Is cryolipolysis an effective way to remove fat cells, and when should you use it? Are you an ideal candidate, and what kind of benefits should you expect?
Body & Weight
How does cavitation treatment compare to other body contouring methods?
What is cavitation treatment, and how does it affect body fat? Learn which areas the procedure can treat and who is the ideal candidate.
Skin & Dermatology
Can you do dermaplaning while pregnant?
What makes dermaplaning suitable for future moms? How does the treatment help your skin, and how does it compare to similar procedures?