Diala Haykal

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Diala Haykal is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of digital innovation and healthcare, with a primary focus on augmented reality (AR), virtual reality, and artificial intelligence (AI) in medical applications. Her work explores how emerging technologies can revolutionize clinical practice, particularly in cosmetic dermatology and humanitarian crisis response. Haykal's most cited paper, "What happens when simulations get real and cosmetic dermatology goes virtual?" (2023, 30 citations), investigates the transformative potential of the metaverse and AR in healthcare, demonstrating how virtual gaming technologies can enhance medical simulations and patient outcomes. More recently, her 2025 study "AI in humanitarian healthcare: a game changer for crisis response" (7 citations) examines AI's role in improving healthcare delivery during emergencies, analyzing peer-reviewed literature from 2001 to 2025 to highlight innovative solutions for critical challenges. Haykal's contributions are notable for bridging cutting-edge digital tools with real-world medical needs, positioning her as a forward-thinking voice in the evolution of tech-driven healthcare. Her work inspires students and researchers to explore how virtual and AI systems can make medicine more accessible, efficient, and responsive.