Dr. S.M. Shahidul Islam, PhD

Pioneer Acupuncture Specialist (Bangladesh)
MBBS (TONG JI MEDICAL UNIVERSITY, WUHAN, CHINA)
MPH, North South University (NSU), Bangladesh
M.Sc. in Food Engineering & Technology, State University of Bangladesh
M.Sc. in Clinical Dermatology at Bradford Academy of Health Professionals
PhD (Pain & Paralysis), Jahangir Nagar University, Bangladesh.
PhD (Clinical Acupuncture), Helston University, UK
President Gold Medalist & Special Training in Acupuncture.
General Secretary of Bangladesh Acupuncture Association

 Summary of Professional Skills:

I was selected in the prestigious 23rd Bangladesh Civil Services Examination in the Health Cadre as a Medical Officer. Then I faced the 25th Bangladesh Civil Services Examination and got chance in the Police Cadre as Assistant Superintendent of Police (captain rank) and graduated from Sardah National Police Academy in 2007 within Police Studies, Law, General Administration, Public Policy Management, and indoor Police Training in Weapons, Police Drill, Field Craft, enforcement of Law and maintenance of Order, Explosive Countermeasures, Anti Extremist Operations, etc.

I have worked independently as a superior officer in charge of a division for over 08 years and commanded police units of over 200 Police officers and men during each of my postings in the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police (captain rank). I have been working as a Circle ASP. This is a field-level Post. So, I have to supervise, Control, and ensure the general efficiency of all police work for the prevention and detection of crime.  I have worked in the Recruitment and Manpower Branch at Police Headquarters, Dhaka. So, I have vast knowledge about Human Resource Management. I have the ability to think strategically, express ideas clearly, work independently and in teams, demonstrate self-assuredness, combined with gender and cultural sensitivity, a strong commitment to development, and the ability to adapt to varied physical and professional environments and the desire to work with people of different languages, nationalities, and cultural backgrounds, coupled with motivational skills for staff and colleagues. Before joining the UN Mission, I was posted in charge of the Women & Children Anti-trafficking Monitoring Cell at Police Headquarters, Dhaka.
Currently, Dr. S.M. Shahidul Islam, PPM, PhD, serves as the Chief Consultant of SUO XI Hospital (Acupuncture). As a leading acupuncture specialist in Bangladesh and a trusted pain management specialist in Dhaka, he has successfully treated thousands of patients suffering from chronic pain, back pain, knee pain, arthritis, sciatica, frozen shoulder, and other musculoskeletal and neurological disorders through evidence-based, non-surgical treatments.

In addition to his expertise in pain management, Dr. S.M. Shahidul Islam PhD is widely recognized as one of the best skin specialists in Dhaka. With advanced qualifications, including an M.Sc. in Clinical Dermatology, he provides personalized, evidence-based treatment for 30+ skin and hair conditions using the US, FDA approved laser devices at SUO XI Hospital (Skin Care) located at 122 Priyangon Faizunnessa Business Center, Kakrail Rd, Dhaka 1217. His specialties include acne treatment, acne scar treatment, melasma treatment, hyperpigmentation treatment, freckles removal, hair loss treatment, under-eye dark circle treatment, wrinkle and anti-aging treatment, laser skin treatment, and many other medical and cosmetic dermatology services… See More..

With a strong commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care, Dr. S. M. Shahidul Islam continues to advance the practice of pain management, acupuncture, and dermatology while helping patients achieve lasting health and wellness through personalized treatment plans.

International Seminar:

         International SeminarDurationPlace
1.  Certificate of ParticipationNovember, 2019Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
2.  Certificate of Attendance (Seminar on International Pain Management )December, 2019Le Meridian, New Delhi, India
3. Keynote Speaker (Recent Developments in Genetic Analysis Technologies – Utility in Clinics)December,2019Le Meridian, Dhaka, Bangladesh
4.  Keynote Speaker (1st International Conference on Spine Health & Spinal Disorders)February, 2020India International Center(IIC), New Delhi, India

Professional Experience:

       Sl.  Description Duration Place
1.SP (Superintendent of Police)October 2023
To
May 2024
Police Headquarter BD
2.On Study LeaveJanuary 2022
To
September 2023
 
3.Project Director (Superintendent of Police)June 2020
To
January 2022
“OASIS” Drug Addiction Treatment & Rehabilitation Center and 250 bedded Dhaka Divisional Police Hospital (Proposed) Police Headquarters’, Bangladesh Police, Dhaka, Bangladesh
4.SP (Superintendent of Police)April 2018
To
June 2020
Human resource, Central Police Hospital, Rajarbag, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
5.Ad.SP (Additional Superintendent of Police)April 2015
To
April 2018
Ad.SP, City Special Branch, Bangladesh Police, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
6.Sr.ASP (Senior Assistant Superintendent of Police)February 2015
To
April 2015
Sr.ASP, Special Branch, Bangladesh Police, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
7.Sr.ASP (Senior Assistant Superintendent of Police)March 2012
To
February 2015
Circle ASP, Keranigonj Circle, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
8.Sr.ASP (Senior Assistant Superintendent of Police)August 2011
To
March 2012
Circle ASP, Dewangonj Circle, Jamalpur, Bangladesh.
9.UN (United Nations) Peace Keeping MissionJune 2010
To
June 2011
UNAMID-Team Site Graida, DARFUR, SUDAN
10.In charge, Women & Children Anti Trafficking Monitoring CellMarch 2010
To
June 2010
Police Head Quarters, Bangladesh Police, Dhaka.
11.ASP (Recruitment & Manpower)March 2008
To
March 2010
Police Head Quarters, Bangladesh Police, Dhaka.
12.ASP (Hospital) {additional duty}September 2008
To
March 2010
250 Bedded Rajarbag Central Police Hospital, Dhaka.
13.Medical Officer.April 1999
To
September 1999
Non-Governmental Organization (PKS)

Name of Courses:

Name of course

Place

Duration

I. Internship on Public Health.
(03 months)

NGO (Padakhep), Dhaka.

01/12/2009
To
28/02/2010

II. Certificate Course in Pediatrics.
(03 months)

Dhaka Shishu Hospital, Dhaka.

01/08/2003
To
31/10/2003

III. Diploma in Chinese language
(01 year)

Beijing Language Institute, China.

01/09/1990
To
31/07/1991

 Trainings Attended:

Name of training

Place

Duration

I. Capacity Building Program on Forensic Science Investigation

Seoul, Korea

18/09/2014
To
03/10/2014

II. Aid To Good Investigation

Detective Training School, Dhaka

05/04/2014
To
30/04/2014

 III. Training on Human Rights

Police Staff College, Bangladesh, Dhaka

02/09/2013
To
03/09/2013

IV. Crime Scene Management Course

Forensic Training Institute Criminal Investigation Department, Bangladesh Police

01/07/2012
To
05/07/2012

V. SAARC Training of  Trainers on Anti-Human Trafficking.
 (03 days)

UNODC, New Delhi, India.

 27/05/2009
To
  29/05/2009

VI. The Public Procurement Management in Bangladesh
(05 days)

BUET (Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology), Dhaka, Bangladesh

10/01/2009
To
14/01/2009

VII. ICT Training
(05 days)

Bangladesh Computer Council, Dhaka, Bangladesh

19/10/2008
To
23/10/2008

VIII. Basic Computer
(02 months)

Academy for Planning & Development, Dhaka, Bangladesh

22/06/2008
To
28/08/2008

IX. Basic Training Course for ASP
(01 year)

Bangladesh Police Academy Sardah, Rajshahi.

03/09/2006
To
02/09/2007

X. Dermatology &  Venereology
(01 year)

Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University Hospital, Dhaka, Bangladesh

01/10/1999
To
30/09/2000

XI. Acupuncture
(03 months)

TongJi Medical University, China.

01/04/1996
To
30/06/1996

Awards & Achievements:

         Name of Membership/FellowshipOrganizationDate
I. PPM (President’s Police Medal)Bangladesh Police, Bangladesh4/02/2019
II. Chancellor Award (President’s Gold Medal)NSU, Bangladesh12/04/2011
III. National Association for Reproductive & Child Health of India.India01/11/2000
IV. Fellow of the Royal Society for the Promotion of Health (FRSH)U.K01/06/2000
V. Awarded Excellent Moral Character Certificate.China20/11/1992
VI. The International Creative Arts Award ICALDRC Linguistics Unit of Dhaka University, Bangladesh14/01/2026

Formal Education

Name of the ExaminationInstitution / BoardYearDivision / ClassResult / CGPA / Percentage
PhD in Clinical AcupunctureHelston University, UK2026
M.Sc. in Clinical DermatologyBradford Academy of Health Professional2026
M.Sc. in Food Engineering & TechnologyState University of Bangladesh2024
PhD in Pain & ParalysisJahangirnagar University, Dhaka, Bangladesh2024
LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws)Prime University, Dhaka, Bangladesh2012First ClassCGPA 3.75 out of 4.00
M.P.H. (Master of Public Health)North South University, Dhaka, Bangladesh2011First ClassCGPA 4.00 out of 4.00 (A+) – Received the Chancellor Award (President’s Gold Medal)
M.B.A. (Master of Business Administration)Darul Ihsan University, Dhaka, Bangladesh2010First ClassCGPA 3.60 out of 4.00 (A-)
M.B.B.S. (Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery)Tongji Medical University, China1996First Class3017 Marks (75.45%)
H.S.C. (Higher Secondary Certificate)Cantonment College, Jessore1989First Division812 Marks (81.2%)
S.S.C. (Secondary School Certificate)New Khair Tala High School, Jessore1987First Division779 Marks (77.9%)

Scholarship:

  • Obtained Talentpool Scholarship in Class Five & Class Eight.
  • Obtained 6 years Government Scholarship on Study MBBS in China.
  • Obtained Scholarship on study MPH in NSU due to first in admission test.
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