Scholars with Dual
Sacred & Secular Expertise
Learn from Scholars Who Navigate Both Worlds
Our faculty represents exemplary "dual competency" - accomplished professionals with expertise in their secular fields while maintaining knowledge in traditional Islamic sciences. From medical oncologists to engineers, each brings decades of real-world experience alongside authentic Islamic scholarship.
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Meet Our Distinguished Faculty
Each faculty member brings unique expertise and passion for developing the next generation of Islamic leaders
Sheikh Adnan Rajeh
Professional Excellence
Medical Oncologist
Verspeeten Family Cancer Center
Community Leader
Chair & Imam, Muslim Wellness Network
Academic Founder
Co-founder of Imam Development Academy
Islamic Scholarship
- Bachelor of Arts in Islamic Studies & Arabic Literature
- Multiple ijazat in Quran recitation and hadeeth
- Authenticated certificates in jurisprudence schools
- Studies in tafseer, theology, and Islamic disciplines
Medical Credentials
- MD, Damascus University Medical School (2012)
- Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology, Western University (2023)
- Fellowships in genitourinary cancers, sarcoma, and melanoma
- FRCPC - Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada
Leadership & Service
- Co-founder and previous chair of London Council of Imams (LCI)
- Chair, Imam, and residing scholar of Muslim Wellness Network
- Studied under renowned scholars in Syria and Saudi Arabia
Mustafa Al-Sabawi
Professional Excellence
Quran Hafidh
Memorized Quran with ijaza
Professional Engineer
PhD Chemical Engineering
Global Trainer
Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt
Islamic Scholarship
- Memorized the complete Quran
- Ijaza and Sanad for Quran qiraat Hafs 'an Asim
- Completing ijaza for qiraat Qaloon 'an Nafi'
- Teaching tajweed and exegesis since 2010
Medical Credentials
Leadership & Service
- Formal IDA teacher since 2022
- Active member of Muslim Association of Canada (MAC)
- Committed to dawa work and Islamic education
Emmanuel Rovithis
Professional Excellence
Academic Teacher
12+ years teaching experience
Islamic Studies Graduate
i3 Institute Diploma
Convert Scholar
Reverted to Islam in 2009
Islamic Scholarship
- Diploma in Islamic Studies and Leadership (i3 Institute)
- Multiple diplomas in Fiqh, Aqeedah, and Usool Al-Hadith
- Current studies at Mishkah University
- 5+ years studying with Dr. Adnan Rageh and Sh. Muhammad Osta
Medical Credentials
Leadership & Service
Marya Jreda
Professional Excellence
Science Graduate
Physics & Chemistry, Damascus University
Islamic Studies Scholar
Multiple Islamic disciplines
Jurisprudence Specialist
Favorite subject: Islamic Jurisprudence
Islamic Scholarship
- دراسات معمقة في الفقه الإسلامي
- دراسات في الحديث والسيرة
- تخصص في التاريخ الإسلامي
- تلاوات القرآن (حفص عن عاصم)
Medical Credentials
Leadership & Service
Sheikh Abd Alfatah Twakkal
Professional Excellence
Community Leader
10+ years serving London Muslims
MA in Islamic Studies
McGill University
Founding Member
London Council of Imams (LCI)
Islamic Scholarship
- MA in Islamic Studies, McGill University
- Studied in Saudi Arabia Sirah, Fiqh and Usul al-Quran
- BA in Religious Studies with focus on Islamic Studies and Arabic
Medical Credentials
Leadership & Service
- Former full-time Imam of London Muslim Mosque
- Founding member of London Council of Imams (LCI)
- Community outreach and education leader
- Youth mentorship and development
Ziad Kayssi
Professional Excellence
Branch Manager
Professional business leader
Hadith Scholar
Specialized in Hadith sciences
Certified Teacher
Written teaching ijaza
Islamic Scholarship
- Written teaching ijaza from Sheikh Salaheddin al-Idbli
- General Ijaza from Sh. Nizam Yaqoubi
- Met renowned scholars: Sh. Abdul Fattah Abu-Ghuddah
- Studies under multiple distinguished scholars
Medical Credentials
Leadership & Service
Omar Sallam
Professional Excellence
Islamic Educator
Introductory Islamic Sciences
Community Member
Active in London Muslim community 10+ years
Theology Scholar
Huron College Islamic Thought & Law
Islamic Scholarship
- Formal studies in Shafi Fiqh
- Knowledge tradition and ancillary sciences
- Islamic Thought, law, and Pastoral Care studies
- Advocate for lifelong learning in Deen
Medical Credentials
Leadership & Service
Mohamed Al-Janabi
Professional Excellence
Head of Imam Development Academy
Leading educational programs
Community Dentist
Healthcare professional
Quranic Scholar
Studied under reputable Iraqi scholars
Islamic Scholarship
- Studied Islamic sciences under reputable scholars in Iraq
- Specialization in Quranic studies
- Arabic language expertise
- Lifelong dedication to Quranic education
Medical Credentials
Leadership & Service
- Head of Imam Development Academy
- Developer of Islamic educational programs
- Sought-after teacher and mentor
Learn from Experts Who Walk Both Paths
Study Under Distinguished Scholars & Contribute Your Skills
Join our Winter 2026 cohort and study under these distinguished scholars who are committed to your success. Or bring your professional expertise to help build the infrastructure of Islamic knowledge alongside them.