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Head of the Medical Rehabilitation Techniques for Prosthetics Department

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wissam Naji Attieh Al-Mihna


Dr. Wissam Naji Attieh Al-Mihna holds a Bachelor’s degree in General Chemistry from Al-Mustansiriya University. He obtained both his Master’s and Doctoral degrees (Ph.D.) from the University of Malaya (UM) in Malaysia, specializing in Organic and Bio-Polymer Chemistry.


He was promoted to the academic rank of Associate Professor in 2019. With over eight years of experience in higher education, he has published more than 16 research papers indexed in Scopus databases. Furthermore, he has actively participated in numerous local and international conferences and workshops.

Department of Medical Rehabilitation Techniques for Prosthetics

A unique medical technical department, recently established in coordination between the Ministries of Higher Education and Health. It is dedicated to preparing specialized cadres in medical rehabilitation for prosthetics.
"To be a local and regional leader and center of excellence in preparing specialized cadres capable of providing high-quality rehabilitative services based on rigorous scientific foundations."
"Preparing specialized scientific cadres equipped with the knowledge and skills to rehabilitate individuals with physical disabilities, aiming to enhance their quality of life and facilitate their integration into society. This is achieved while advancing scientific research and keeping pace with the latest global developments in prosthetics."

Professional Tasks and Objectives




  • Interviewing patients to determine the specific type and measurements of the prosthetic devices required.




  • Rehabilitating patients following the surgical implantation or fitting of prosthetic limbs.




  • Designing and manufacturing high-quality prosthetic limbs and orthotic components.




  • Providing clinical follow-up to evaluate device effectiveness and assisting patients in the adaptation process.



Public and private hospitals, rehabilitation and physiotherapy centers; workshops and laboratories for the manufacturing and implantation of prosthetics and kinetic alternatives; rehabilitation centers for amputation and war victims; and specialized companies and clinics for medical devices, fractures, and joints.

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Scientific Associate Dean at the College of Medical Rehabilitation Techniques and Prosthetics Participates in a Doctoral Dissertation Defense at the Engineering Technical College – Najaf

Scientific Associate Dean at the College of Medical Rehabilitation Techniques and Prosthetics Participates in a Doctoral Dissertation Defense at the Engineering Technical College – NajafDetails: The Associate Dean for Scientific Affairs at the College of Medical Rehabilitation Techniques and Prosthetics, Assistant Professor Dr. Aqeel Salem Rahim, participated as a jury member in the defense of the doctoral dissertation presented by the researcher Mohanad Sarem Abdullah at the Engineering Technical College – Najaf.The dissertation was titled:"Design of Lightweight Predictive Models Implementable on Embedded Systems for Predicting Optical Wireless Signals Under the Influence of User Mobility and Receiver Device Orientation Changes."The dissertation focused on developing intelligent predictive models to handle dynamic changes in optical wireless communications, achieving high accuracy and low response latency, which supports their future applications in modern communication systems.This participation comes within the framework of the active contributions of the college's faculty members in scientific and academic committees, further supporting the journey of scientific research.Zaid Al-Salami / Head of the Government Media and Communications Division at the College
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College of Medical Rehabilitation Techniques and Prosthetics Commemorates Speicher Martyrs with a Moment of Silence

College of Medical Rehabilitation Techniques and Prosthetics Commemorates Speicher Martyrs with a Moment of SilenceDetails: The College of Medical Rehabilitation Techniques and Prosthetics at Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University held a moment of silence to commemorate the annual anniversary of the Speicher massacre martyrs. The event was attended by the Dean of the College, Professor Dr. Fares Mohammed Al-Jaifari, along with a number of faculty members, staff, and students.The commemoration included reciting Surah Al-Fatiha for the souls of the martyrs, recalling the great sacrifices made by the people of Iraq in defense of their homeland, and emphasizing the importance of consolidating national unity and rejecting extremist ideology and terrorism.During his participation, the Dean stressed that the memory of the Speicher martyrs will remain a testament to the scale of sacrifices made by Iraqis, calling for inspiration from the meanings of patience, steadfastness, and loyalty to the martyrs who wrote bright pages in the history of Iraq with their blood.The event concluded with prayers for mercy and forgiveness for all the martyrs of Iraq, and for God to protect Iraq and its people from all harm.Zaid Al-Salami / Head of the Government Media and Communications Division at the College
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Dean of the College of Medical Rehabilitation Techniques and Prosthetics Praises Examination Committees’ Efforts as Final Exams Conclude

Dean of the College of Medical Rehabilitation Techniques and Prosthetics Praises Examination Committees' Efforts as Final Exams ConcludeDetails: The College of Medical Rehabilitation Techniques and Prosthetics concluded its final examinations today for both morning and evening studies for the academic year 2025-2026, held in a calm and organized atmosphere.The Dean of the College, Prof. Dr. Fares Mohammed Al-Jaifari, praised the efforts of the examination committees, as well as the teaching and administrative staff who contributed to the success of the exams. He emphasized the college's commitment to providing an optimal environment for the students.The examination halls witnessed students taking their final exams, marking the conclusion of the examination season for the current semester.Zaid Al-Salami / Head of the Government Media and Communications Division at the College
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“The Dean of the College of Medical Rehabilitation Techniques and Prosthetics, Professor Dr. Fares Mohammed Al-Jaifari, Inspects the College’s Examination Halls”

The Dean of the College of Medical Rehabilitation Techniques and Prosthetics, Professor Dr. Fares Mohammed Al-Jaifari, Inspects the College's Examination HallsDetails: The Dean of the College of Medical Rehabilitation Techniques and Prosthetics, Professor Dr. Fares Mohammed Al-Jaifari, conducted a field inspection tour of the examination halls to review the progress of the final exams for students in the Department of Medical Rehabilitation and Prosthetic Techniques and the Department of Prosthetics and Orthotics Techniques.During the tour, he reviewed the examination atmosphere and the quality of services provided to the students. He emphasized the importance of ensuring a suitable environment that facilitates a smooth examination process in compliance with the approved regulations and guidelines, wishing the students continued success and excellence. ———— Zaid Al-Salami / Head of the Media and Government Communication Department at the College
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“The College of Medical Rehabilitation Techniques Commences Final Practical Examinations for the Academic Year 2025-2026”

The College of Medical Rehabilitation Techniques and Prosthetics Commences Final Practical Examinations for the Academic Year 2025–2026The College of Medical Rehabilitation Techniques and Prosthetics has commenced the final practical examinations for the academic year 2025–2026, amidst a well-organized environment provided by the college to ensure the smooth progress of the exams.The Dean of the College, Professor Dr. Fares Mohammed Al-Jaifari, conducted a field tour to follow up on the examination process, directly supervising the proceedings to review the students' performance and ensure the availability of all necessary requirements for the exams' success, in accordance with the approved regulations and instructions.The College Deanship emphasized its commitment to providing a suitable examination environment that helps students take their exams with ease, wishing them continued success and excellence in their academic journey.Zaid Al-Salami / Head of the Media and Government Communication Department at the College
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“🌟 A New Global Achievement by Our College Faculty Members 🌟”

The College of Medical Rehabilitation Techniques and Prosthetics Congratulates Assistant Lecturer Redha Dawood Al-Sahlani on His Appointment to the Editorial Board of the Journal "Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology"The College of Medical Rehabilitation Techniques and Prosthetics at Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University extends its warmest congratulations to Assistant Lecturer Redha Dawood Al-Sahlani for being selected as an editorial board member for the prestigious journal Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, which is ranked within the first quartile (Q1). This selection comes in recognition of his scientific competence and research expertise.This achievement is a distinguished addition to the college and reflects the strong presence of its academic staff in international academic forums, thereby contributing to enhancing the university’s standing and supporting scientific research.We wish him continued success and prosperity in his scientific and academic career.Zaid Al-Salami / Head of the Media and Government Communication Department at the College
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