The Lebanese Physicians' Podcast

Dr. Marie Nakhoul reflects on growing up in Lebanon, the emotional complexities of migration, and how her work as an OBGYN in the U.S. deepens her understanding of grief, memory, and identity. A powerful conversation on belonging, nostalgia, and writing as a way to return home.   From the smells of her childhood village to the silence of clinical spaces, this conversation weaves together stories of home, healing, and hope. Whether you're part of a diaspora or simply navigating your own journey of identity and place, this episode will resonate deeply. #UnfinishedStories #MemoryAndMigration #DiasporaVoices #CulturalIdentity #ImmigrantStories #WomenInMedicine #LebaneseVoices #HomeAndBelonging #GriefAndHealing #MemoirWriting #Nostalgia #MedicineAndMeaning #OBGYNVoices #WomenInHealthcare  

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Wael Hanna, thoracic surgeon and founder of NodeAI, a pioneering startup transforming the evaluation of mediastinal lymph nodes through artificial intelligence. Dr. Hanna shares the inspiration behind NodeAI, the clinical problem it aims to solve, and how its cutting-edge platform helps stratify lymph node malignancy risk with speed and precision. We explore the implications of this innovation for lung cancer diagnosis, biopsy decision-making, and patient care — and take a look at what the future holds for AI in thoracic oncology. Whether you're a clinician, researcher, or health tech enthusiast, this conversation offers a compelling look at how AI is reshaping diagnostic medicine from the inside out. #NodeAI #AIinHealthcare #MediastinalLymphNodes #LungCancerDiagnosis #HealthTech #MedicalAI #ThoracicSurgery #AIinMedicine #PrecisionDiagnostics #StartupSpotlight #CancerDetection #MedicalInnovation #FutureOfMedicine #RadiologyAI #ChestImaging #DigitalHealth #AIStartup #OncologyTech #HealthcareInnovation This episode can also be found on YouTube  

In this insightful episode, we sit down with Maysaa Jaafar, President of the Lebanese Society for Quality and Safety in Healthcare (LSQSH), to explore the remarkable journey of the society since its inception. Maysaa shares the story behind the establishment of LSQSH, shedding light on the visionaries and healthcare professionals who came together with a shared commitment to improve healthcare standards in Lebanon. We delve into the mission and core objectives of the society, which center on promoting excellence in healthcare quality, patient safety, and clinical best practices across the country. Throughout the conversation, Maysaa highlights the key milestones and achievements LSQSH has reached to date, including successful initiatives, training programs, and awareness campaigns. She also offers candid reflections on the challenges the society has faced—ranging from limited resources to navigating complex healthcare dynamics in a time of national crisis. We discuss the importance of collaborations and partnerships, both locally and internationally, that have played a pivotal role in amplifying the society's impact. Looking ahead, Maysaa outlines LSQSH's strategic plans for the future, emphasizing innovation, capacity building, and broader community engagement to sustain and scale their mission. This episode is a must-listen for healthcare professionals, policymakers, and anyone passionate about improving healthcare systems through quality and safety frameworks.

In this episode with Luna Maroun, Product Manager and Adobe, and previous start-up coach and teamlead at MIT, we explore the transformative rise of artificial intelligence in healthcare — from streamlining data collection to reshaping clinical decision-making. As AI tools become increasingly integrated into patient care, what are the benefits, risks, and ethical boundaries we must navigate? Join us as we unpack how AI is changing the dynamics between technology, privacy, and trust, and discuss the evolving role of physicians in an era where machines assist with diagnosis, treatment planning, and even patient monitoring. What does the future hold for the human touch in medicine, and how can we ensure AI enhances care without compromising our core values #AIinHealthcare #HealthTech #DigitalHealth #MedTech #ArtificialIntelligence #FutureOfMedicine This episode can also be found on all podcast apps and on Youtube

In this episode with Dr. Rania Esteitie, Assistant Professor of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Central Michigan, and a strong advocate for women in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine in Michigan and at the American Thoracic Society, we share her journey, challenges, and triumphs in a field historically dominated by men.  We explore topics such as mentorship, gender equity, leadership development, and the importance of diversity, and representation in medicine.  This episode can be found on Apple, Spotify, Anghami, and all podcast apps.    #WomenInMedicine #CriticalCareMedicine #WomenInSTEM #MedicalLeadership #DiversityInMedicine #HealthcareHeroes #WomenInHealthcare #MentorshipInMedicine #LeadingTheWay #GenderEquity #WomenInICU #FutureOfMedicine

Join us in this interesting episode with Dr. Farah Wehbe, Advanced Nephrology Fellow at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver as she discuss herpublication in #CJASN—“Sex and Gender in Science, Medicine, and Nephrology: Where Are We and Why Does It Matter?”    In this episode, we explore the unique challenges and experiences faced by men and women in nephrology. We also discuss how gender differences impact kidney disease diagnosis, management, and outcomes. Whether you are a healthcare professional, a patient, or simply curious about kidney diseases, tune in to gain insights that could transform your understanding of kidney health. Together, let us bridge the gap in nephrology through awareness and education! #KidneyHealth #GenderDifferences #KidneyCare #Nephrology #WomeninMedicine #KidneyDisease #PatientPerspectives #HealthEquity #NephrologyPodcast #ChronicKidneyDisease #InclusiveHealthcare This episode is on all podcast apps

Join us in this episode of the podcast where we host Lebanese students of diverse backgrounds discussing their match process after participating in the International Lebanese Medical Association Research Program. In this episode, we hosted students who have matched in internal medicine and general surgery and we discuss with them the ILMA Research Program application process and how the program helped them achieve their goal of matching into a residency program.  #HealingHorizons #USMedicineMatch #ERAS #ResidencySuccess #MedicalJourney #ILMAUSA #MedSchoolToResidency #PhysicianStories

Have you ever wondered why some people always maintain a positive attitude independent of what life brings to the table, and other people find it difficult to cope?   Join us for an enlightening episode as we delve into theme of resilience and the power of positive attitudes in the face of trauma. In this discussion with Dr. Myriam El Khoury Malhame, Associate Professor of Psychology at The Lebanese American University, and recent award winner of the 2024 L'Oreal-UNESCO Regional Young Talents Levant Program for Women in Science, we explore how people navigate the complexities of traumatic experiences and emerge stronger on the other side.   Through compelling stories and research findings, we unpack the definition of resilience, and practical strategies for fostering mental strength.   Tune in to discover how resilience can be cultivated and how we can empower ourselves and our communities to thrive despite challenges.   #resilience #traumarecovery #positivemindset #mentalhealth #neuroscience #strengthinadversity #mentalstrength #womeninscience #inspiration #resiliencebuilding #hopeandhealing This episode can also be found on all podcast channels and on YouTube https://youtu.be/sknwtcagM3c

In this episode with Doreen Bedrossian Samaha, Global Clinical Application Manager at Erbe Elektromedizin GmbH, we explore the dynamic and evolving landscape of medical technology through the lens of a woman who is making significant contributions in the field.  Listen to this inspiring conversation with a female leader and innovator in the field, highlighting her unique journey, challenges, and achievements while juggling her children and family life.  #Medtech #FemTech #womeninmedtech #womeninSTEM #WomenLeaders #InspiringWomen #HealthcareTechnology #Breakingbarriers  

In this engaging discussion with Khaled and Rania Saleh, the founders of Oryx Dental, we delve into the transformative world of dental technology and the innovative start-up behind it - Oryx Dental. We explore the inception of this pioneering company which is revolutionizing dental care through its cutting-edge software solutions. In this episode, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the intersection between technology and dental care, and will learn about the enterpreneurial journey of building a start-up in this rapidly evolving industry. Listeners will also gain a deeper understanding of cloud based dental offerings and in the role of Artificial intelligence in streamlining dental care and making it more efficient. This episode is also available on all podcast apps and on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3cbV-Q8RJRA #artificialintelligence #dentalcare #dentalhealthcare #dentalhealth #technology #startup #dentalstartup #cloudbased #innovation #podcast #healthcare #healthcareprofessionals #dentalprofessionals

In this podcast episode with Dr. Elias Karroum, director of the RLS Center of Excellence at the University of Virginia, we discuss the complexities of Restless Leg Syndrome, a disease which causes an uncontrollable urge to move the legs and affects quality of life. We discuss the symptoms and challenges of living with this disease and we cover the various treatment options including natural remedies, iron replacement, medications, and new cutting edge therapies.  Whether you are personally affected by RLS or simply seeking to better understand the disease, our goal is to provide you with valuable information that helps you better understand this complex disease.  This episode can be found on all podcast apps.  #restlesslegsyndrome #RLS #Neurology #sleepmedicine #podcast #healthcare #research 

Join us for this exciting episode with Iolokis founder Fady Abboud who is only 22 years old. Iolokis was founded Station F, one of the largest business and start up incubators in the world. In this episode, we dive into the transformative world of dental care through the lens of artificial intelligence. In this episode, Fady shares his journey with his co-founders of creating an AI assistant to enhance patient experience and improve dental practice. From predictive analytics to personalized patient interactions, discover how Iolokis is revolutionizing the dental landscape. Whether you are a dental professional, a healthcare professional, or a tech enthusiast, this is an episode that will inspire you and the journey of Fady Abboud will certainly inspire you. #healthcareprofessionals #dentalprofessionals #artificialintelligence #dentalpracticesolutions #dentalcare #dentalpractice #podcast #healthcarepodcast #electronicmedicalrecords #aiassistant This episode can also be found on all podcast apps.   And on YouTube https://youtu.be/byl00gMS-Lw

Latest episode with Dr. Anwar Jebran, director of Population Health Informatics at Oak Street Health, a part of CVS Health.   In this episode, we explore the intersection between technology and medicine. We delve into the innovative world of clinical informatics and the role of artificial intelligence in shaping the future of healthcare.   We discuss the latest trends, challenges, and breakthroughs in the field, and the role of AI and information technology in enhancing patient care, streamlining operations in data management, and clinical analytics. Whether you are a technology enthusiast, a healthcare provider, or curious about the future of medicine, this is an episode you would not want to miss.   #healthcareprofessionals #clinicalinformatics #artificialintelligence #clinicalanalytics #healthcare #electronicmedicalrecords #podcast 

Our latest episode of the podcast with Dr. Kamil ElKhoury, MIT Innovator under 35, and Forbes Middle East 30 under 30.   In this episode, we explore the groundbreaking world of 3D organ bioprinting. We discuss the process of development of biocompatible organs and the process of 3D printing organs for individual patients. This is not just a futuristic concept but a rapidly evolving reality that has the potential to save countless lives by addressing the organ shortage crisis, potentially decreasing dependence on immune suppression.   Whether you are a medical professional, a tech enthusiast, or simply curious about the future of healthcare, this episode will inspire to look more into the future of bioprinting and its applications.   #organdonors #savinglives #healthcareprofessionals #organdonation #bioprinting #3dprinting   This episode is also found on all podcast apps and on Youtube

In this episode, we dive deep into the inspiring journey of Christopher Soujah, an LAU student who graduated pharmacy school and navigated his Pharm-D while battling Hodgkin's lymphoma. Join us as he shares his personal story of resilience, determination, and the unique challenges he faced in balancing rigoruous academic demands with the physical and emotional toll of cancer treatment.  Listeners will gain insight into the importance of support systems (Christopher was treated at LAUMC-RH) where he was surrounded by colleagues during his treatment), and effective coping strategies. Christopher is now cured and is moving to Houston, Texas to Methodist Hospital to continue his studies.  Christopher's story is one of survival, empathy, and a celebration of life and perseverance.  #cancersurvivors #pharmacyschool #battlingcancer #Hodgkinslymphoma #Resilience #Cancerjourney #copingstrategies #inspirationalstories #healthandwellness #communitysupport

In this episode, we discuss with Dr. Youssef Bassim, Chief Operating Officer at the University of Balamand and the Head of Digital Health Division and AI Department at the Arab Health Federation, Aritficial Intelligence in the Middle East. We delve into the current landscape of AI in the different countries (Lebanon and the Gulf), we discuss its impact on patient care, cultural considerations, ethical concerns, and the role of government in modernizing regulations and implementing electronic medical record systems. We end it with what the future of healthcare in the region will look like.  #artificialintelligence #electronicmedicalrecords #healthcare #MENA #Lebanon  This episode can be found on all podcast apps. 

Listen to this latest episode of the podcast cohosted with MohammadAli Jardaly, with Dr. Alaa Rihan, a Family Medicine physician and a scholar, Leading Physician Wellbeing Program with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Burnout affects more than 50% of physicians in the US and is a growing problem that needs urgent attention. This episode delves into the challenges and pressures faced by healthcare professionals. Listeners will gain insights into the scope of the problem, its impact on patient care and physician well-being, and coping strategies, self-care practices, and the importance of mental health awareness in medicine. Join us as we explore a healthier work environment for those dedicated to caring for others. This episode can also be found on all podcast apps. #physicianburnout #lifestylemedicine #physicianwellness #mentalhealth   This episode is available on all podcast apps and on Youtube at:  https://youtu.be/j8CrcgK16TM

Pay-for-Perfomance in medicine gained in popularity after the advent of the Affordable Care Act in the US and it has had its positive and negative aspects. In this episode with Jade Khalife and co-hosted with MohammadAli Jardaly, we explore the concept of pay for performance in the Lebanese healthcare system. We delve into how this innovative model led to decreased hospital admissions for common diseases. Listeners will be able to navigate the complexities of healthcare financing and the role that incentives can play in value based care. Listeners will also be able to learn the cultural aspects that need to be taken into consideration in healthcare policy in different countries.  This episode can also be found on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gr9KXWC-Fzw and on all podcast apps #pay-for-perfomance #valuebasedcare #medicalcare #Lebanon  

In this episode with Dr. Cybel Mehawej of the Lebanese American University Human Genetics Department, and co-hosted with MohammadAli Jardaly, we explore the gene discovery process at the intersection of genetics and immunology. Dr. Mehawej, along with the team at the LAU Medical Center (Dr. Andre Megarbane, Dr. Eliane Choueiri) have discovered 2 genes related to immunodeficiency over the past year. We discuss the process of gene discovery and its eventual impact on monitoring and treatment of these rare diseases. Whether you are a scientist, student, or simply curious about how genetics impacts health and disease, this podcast offers a rich resource and a window into the field of immunogenetics.  #immunogenetics #genediscovery #rarediseases This episode can also be found on YouTube and on all podcast apps   YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/d1TsHFthS_s

In this episode, we discuss with Dr. Mohamad Khalife and Dr. Anna Farra (two infectious diseases physicians with Doctors without Borders) their recent published article in Open Forum Infect Dis: " Posttraumatic Pseudomonas Aeruginosa Osteomyelitis in Mosul and Gaza: A Retrospective Cohort Study, 2018 - 2022. "  This is a timely episode that relates to the latest conflicts in the region including Iraq, Gaza, and Lebanon. We discuss the role of NGOs and local hospitals in acute care and the subsequent major role of surgeons and quality microbiology labs in preventing multidrug resistant infections, preventing amputations, and treating bone infections and other wounds appropriately.  Tune in to listen to the great work that is being done by the staff of MSF and by Dr. Khalife and Farra in these area.  #doctorswithoutborders #osteomyelitis #warzones #conflict #microbiology This episode can be found on all podcast apps and on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/AvNI4P-_3gw

In this episode, MohammadAli Jardaly and I discuss with Dr. Karine Abou Khaled their latest paper titled: "Impact of the socioeconomic crisis in Lebanon on people with epilepsy" published in Epilepsia Open. Dr. Abou Khaled is an epilepsy specialist at Hotel Dieu De France and had returned to Lebanon years ago after completing her residency at Drexel University and Columbia University in the US. This paper highlights the impact of the economic crisis on access to epilepsy medications. This leads us to gain a deeper understanding of how socioeconomic factors shape health outcomes and access. The decreased access to epilepsy medications and the increased stress levels from the economic crisis and the current war is leading to increased seizure activity among the patients affected and a poor quality of life. Tune in to learn about these issues and to learn essential mitigation strategies. #epilepsy #economiccrisis #stressandhealth   This episode is available on all podcast apps and on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/dIMEPkrjeD4

In this episode co-hosted with Dr. MohammadAli Jardali, we discuss with Dr. Hasan Ismail, a family medicine physician whose clinic was in the Southern suburbs of Beirut and a medical advisor for Medecins du Monde, the critical topic of medical care during the recent Lebanese war. We explore the challenges face by healthcare professionals and institutions during this conflict.  Given Dr. Ismail is intimately involved in the conflict having family who have been displaced due to the crisis, we approach the conflict from a different lens. We explore his experience providing free health care to the community of displaced persons, while himself being displaced with his family. We also delve into the needs of the displaced families having lost their houses, and medical supplies.   This episode shows the effects wars have on people who were leading normal lives and whose lives have been turned upside down overnight.  #lebanonwar #displacedpeople #conflictmedicine 

In this special episode, we sit down with Dr. Jackie Kassouf Maalouf, founder of DiaLeb to commemorate World Diabetes Day. DiaLeb is the National Diabetes Organization. It was founded in 2011 as a non-profit organization in Lebanon to promote diabetes care and prevention and help find a cure for this disease.  We explore the impact of diabetes on communities in Lebanon before and after the economic crisis and we discuss the importance of lifestyle modification as a preventative measure for type 2 diabetes. We also discuss the multiple projects that DiaLeb has been involved in promoting exercise and nutrition, and helping provide needed medications to people suffering from diabetes in Lebanon.  Tune in for this enlightening conversation which was recorded before the current war in Lebanon, but which provides hope for a bright future in Lebanon.  This episode is also available on Youtube: https://youtu.be/4hFBDbH0gJk and on all podcast apps.  #Diabetescare #Worlddiabetesday #diabetes #diabetesprevention #lifestyle

In a podcast episode co-hosted with MohammadAli Jardali, we discuss mental health in times of conflict with Dr. Maya Bizri, currently psychiatrist at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, OH and previously Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the American University of Beirut Medical Center.  In this episode, we delve into the complex landscape of mental health in Lebanon, especially in these times of deep crises. We discuss access to mental health in this time of war and availability of physicians, psychologists, and insurance coverage.  We examine the role of community support systems, grassroots initiatives, and NGOs in fostering mental well being in the short term during this war, and in the long term dealing with the multiple traumatic episodes people have faced.  This episode can be found on all podcast apps.  #polytrauma #mentalhealth #conflictpsychiatry #PTSD #Lebanon #Lebanonwar

In this episode co-hosted with MohammadAli Jardali, we discussed the current crisis in Lebanon with the Chief of the Family Medicine Department at AUBMC Dr. Umayya Musharafieh. The current crisis has led to 1.2 million people displaced in Lebanon which constitutes 25-30% of the country. Many healthcare workers have been directly affected by this displacement or their families have been affected. Primary care is playing a major role in addressing these issues by taking care of the acute injuries and the post injury care, and by going out to the schools and areas where the refugees are providing needed medications and perfoming preventive care.  #Lebanonwar #healthcare #primarycare #familymedicine This episode is available on all podcast apps. 

The medical system in Lebanon has faced significant challenges since 2019 due to a combination of economic, political, and security factors. The explosion of August 2020 and the last 10 days have posed significant challenges to the system.  In this episode co-hosted with MohammadAli Jardaly, we discuss with Dr. Salah Zeineddine, CMO of the American University of Beirut Medical Center, the challenges the health system is facing and has dealt with, particulary over the past 10 days.  Starting with the pager explosions, the hospitals have dealt with mass casualty events that are ongoing to the current day. Heroic hospital staff have been operating non-stop, taking care of patients, while at the same time, dealing with an extremely unstable situation, while worrying about their family members, houses, and the future.  We discuss the medication and medical supply situation, the role of NGOs on the ground, and the sustainability of the health care efforts as the situation grinds on. We also discuss the ability of the health care system to continue to take care of emergency medical illnesses such as heart attacks, strokes, and others.  At the time of this podcast, there have been more than 1600 deaths and 8000 injuries.  The episode is available on all podcast apps.  #lebanonwar #masscasualtyevents #polytrauma #medicalsupplies 

Latest episode of the podcast co-hosted with MohammadAli Jardaly discussing Sports Medicine in the Middle East, Lebanon, and the Gulf Region with Tarek Gerbal who was senior sports therapist at the American University of Beirut before moving to Doha, Qatar. In this episode, we discuss the advancements in Sports Medicine and physical therapy and the future of this field. An episode not to be missed. #SportsMedicine #podcast #mena #physicaltherapy Also available on YouTube https://youtu.be/YXVt4zmWX_k

In an episode co-hosted with MohammadAli Jardaly, we discuss with Dr. Andrea Darzi MD, MPH, PhD her work at McMaster University looking at health-care related guidelines. Health-care related guidelines are published to assist in the management of various diseases; however, they do not take cultural differences between countries and continents, and specific needs, into consideration. Dr. Darzi discusses her group's work in developing recommendation maps aiding in guideline adaptation to the needs of the physicians and other health care workers assisting them in managing their patients. A big example and a subject she is working on is chronic pain management which varies tremendously between different countries. It may be opiate heavy in North America and much less opiate oriented in other countries. These recommendations maps will assist in management, adaptation, and aid in research questions in the future focusing on the gaps in knowledge that need further study. They will also help patients understand their disease process and its management. This episode is also available on all podcast apps and on YouTube #guidelines #recommendationmaps #culturaldifference #healthcare #patientempowerment

Most of use lead busy urban lives these days with days and weeks passing by in some cities without close contact with nature. In this episode of the podcast, we discuss the health benefits of hiking and trail running with Nayla Cortas who is a pharmacist by training and an avid trail runner. Nayla along with Lebanon trail running pioneer Ali Kedami established the 4 Seasons Mountain Trails organizing races along the Lebanon Mountain Trail which traverses the country from North to South. We discuss the health advantages of this endeavor and the economic effects this trail and events around it have on the villages along the path.  To learn more, you can follow Instagram pages: @4 Seasons Mountain Trails and @lebanontrail.  #Trailrunning #lebanonmountaintrail #hiking #ecotourism

A great podcast the beginning of the school year. We all lead fast lives which become faster as the school year starts for those of us with kids. Juggling work, kids' activities, life stressors, worrying about parents in Lebanon for the Lebanese listeners ... this all leads to fatigue, tiredness, and burnout. Burnout has become a major issue in healthcare workers, and is leading to thinning out of the workforce. In this episode, we discuss these topics and others with Dr. Labib Ghulmiyyah, a Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist, who is now in Miami but was in Lebanon prior for 12 years. Dr. Ghulmiyyah has authored 3 books which can be found on Amazon: - A Toxin-Free Pregnancy - Gen Tox Live Clean - Reframing the Fourth Trimester.  Dr. Ghulmiyyah has also started the Vitality Project to provide individual and corporate consultations on wellness and combatting burnout. This project focuses on digging deep into the different pillars of a person's life, their nutrition, exercise, stressors, toxin exposures, etc.. and targeting them one pillar at a time. Dr. Ghulmiyyah's approach may be life changing and an eye opener for people. This episode can also be found on Apple, Spotify, Anghami, iHeartRadio, all all podcast sites. It can also be found on YouTube.  #physicianwellness #physicianburnout #toxins #nutritiontips #vitality

Have you ever thought about running a marathon or half marathon? Have you ever wondered how marathoners finish the race alive? Proper nutrition and electrolyte intake before, and during the race, are a major part of the process. In this latest episode of the podcast discuss this topic particularly pertaining to running with Eva Kahwagi, who owns Eva Sports Nutrition at:  https://evasportsnutrition.com and on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evasportsnutrition?igsh=ZXBwdmNwbXRreXRq Eva offers advice in all sports not only in running.  An episode not to be missed #sportsnutrition #marathontraining #marathonmajors #marathons #sportsmedicine Also available on Youtube https://youtu.be/XpflBVa83uI

Latest episode of the podcast with Dr. Mosa Abo Sabha, a medical intern at the Palestinian Ministry of Health in the West Bank. Mosa has rotated at GW in the past and is currently involved in a World Bank project looking at healthcare needs in different areas of the West Bank and trying to equalize medical care among the different areas. In this episode we discuss the different areas in the West Bank currently, governmental versus private sector hospitals, and the current inequalities in the system. A very enlightening episode.    #westbank #palestinianrterritories #healthcareaccess #economiccrisis 

If you are wondering about the future role of AI in clinical care, this is an episode you must listen to. In this episode co-hosted with MohammadAli Jardaly, we discuss with the integration of AI into clinical care with Dr. Hussain Ismaeel (who is the co-founder of Healtech). He is involved in developing SOLVIT, an AI based clinical practice management product. We discuss the role this product will have in streamlining clinical practice management, and its role in data analysis and research. #artificialintelligence #clinicalpractice #aihealthcare This episode is also available on all podcast apps and on YouTube

In this episode, our guest is Marina El Khawand who is a recent law school graduate from Sagesse University. Her story started after the Beirut explosion and during the economic crisis when she secured a much needed asthma medication to an old lady stuck in her half destroyed apartment in the Karantina neighborhood in Beirut. Marina was 18 at that time and has been passionate about equal access to healthcare for all people in Lebanon. After this event, she established Medonations, an NGO that is now operating in more than 65 countries with medical drives collecting much needed medications and serving more than 20000 families in Lebanon. Medonations has been able to weather multiple medication crises in Lebanon and continues to grow. Marina, a lawyer, by training, is now a pharmacist by practice and is on her way to going into pharmacy school.  This is an inspirational story and an embodiment of resilience in the face of adversity. Instead of moving abroad and starting a new life, Marina has decided to stay and have a positive impact on her society.  #economiccrisis #medicaldonations #medications #pharmacy This episode is available on all podcast apps and youtube Youtube link: https://youtu.be/DnlHpIZul2o Website for Medonations: https://medonations.org Also it can be found on LinkedIn and Instagram

In this episode with members of the Mariam Foundation in Brazil, Lebanon, and the US, we discuss the impact of the Lebanese economic crisis on the availability and affordability of medications in Lebanon. We discuss the development of the Mariam Foundation, the impact it has had so far in adopting families and delivering needed medications to them, and its educational role in Lebanon.  #economiccrisis #medicationshortage #medicine  

Do you wonder how much food is wasted in hospitals and restaurants in Lebanon and worldwide? How is the food that is wasted disposed of?  If you are interested in learning about this topic, listen to our latest episode of the podcast with Dr. Mohamad Abiad, Professor of Nutrition and Food Sciences at the American University of Beirut. In this episode, we discuss the latest clinical trials their group has published on food waste and food disposal in hospitals in Lebanon. The findings are eye opening and will surprise you.  How much food is wasted in hospitals in Lebanon?  A- 10% B- 20% C- 30% D- 40% E- 50% Please comment.  The episode is also available on all podcast apps including Spotify, iHeartRadio, Anghami, Googleplay, and Apple #foodwaste #fooddisposal #hospitalfood

Latest episode of The Lebanese Physicians' Podcast with Christiane Ashkar who is an avid art collector and Middle Eastern art enthusiast. She has been involved with promoting young artists in the region and has established the Christiane Ashkar Art Consultancy (CAAC) https://www.christianeashkar.com/ In this episode, we discuss her the Art Foundation she is establishing with the goal of promoting young and upcoming artists in the MENA region regionally and internationally. We then discuss the role of art in healing in healthcare and its use in pscyhological counseling and therapy. We also discuss interesting facts about the how art pieces are selected in different areas of hospital and the color schemes in these areas and in clinics. Also available on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Anghami, Googleplay, and all podcast apps. And on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZVa8TCPWSQk #arttherapy #medicalart #healing #healingart #mentalhealth

If you are wondering what leads to happiness, tune in to our latest episode of the podcast with Sheryn Knaider. Sheryn currently resides in Dubai and is the founder and head of the Professional Speakers Association of Arabia. In this episode, we discuss how creativity and public speaking lead to happiness and help with the mental health epidemic. We discuss reasons for the epidemic and ways to combat it and make yourselves happy. An episode not to be missed.  #Professionalspeaking #publicspeaking #Happiness #mentalhealth

The US healthcare market is complex and difficult for patients to navigate. Specialist appointments are hard to find with long waiting times. Access to primary care providers is becoming difficult in certain markets. In this episode, we discuss with David Silverstein this complex landscape and his involvement with pushing for price transparency in the market and succeeding through executive orders. We then discuss his development of AMaze, working with employers, to provide immediate access to virtual care for their employees for both preventative and urgent issues (physical and mental health), and assisting these employees with getting the necessary appointments. By disrupting and the way the US healthcare market is functioning, AMaze has been able to decrease insurance costs on employers by having healthier employees both physically and mentally.  This episode can be found on all podcasting apps.  #UShealthcare #accesstocare #healthinsurance #healthcarecost

Please listen to and watch our latest episode of The Lebanese Physicians' Podcast with Dr. Reza Sanai. Reza is married to a great Lebanese pediatrician in the DMV area Dr. Nadine Idriss and is a cardiologist by training, and a healthcare entrepreneur whose goal is to make healthcare more efficient, available, and less costly.   In this episode, we discuss the healthcare landscape in the US, the difficult access to specialists and to needed care, and the paucity of specialists and healthcare providers in large swaths of underserved areas in the US. We discuss his development of the healthcare platform PicassoMD which streamlines referrals by connecting providers directly to each other. We also discuss its role in connecting providers in underserved areas of the country with specialists through curbsides to decide on the best course of treatment. We then discuss the benefits of early referrals and curbsides in reducing healthcare costs and decreased unnecessary ER visits. #healthcareaccess  #UShealthcare  #Costeffectiveness Also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Q8BwN1kqnnM Podcast form on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Anghami, Googleplay, and others

Please listen to and watch our latest episode of The Lebanese Physicians' Podcast with Dr. Aniella Abi Gerges, Associate Professor of Physiology at the Lebanese American University and Myriam Boueri, medical student. In this episode co-hosted with Dr. MohammadAli Jardaly, we discuss their latest published clinical trial: "Cherfane M, Boueri M, Issa E, Abdallah R, Hamam A, Sbeity K, Saad A, Abi-Gerges A. Unveiling the unseen toll: exploring the impact of the Lebanese economic crisis on the health-seeking behaviors in a sample of patients with diabetes and hypertension. BMC Public Health. 2024 Feb 27;24(1):628. doi: 10.1186/s12889-024-18116-6. PMID: 38413883; PMCID: PMC10900622." In this episode, we discuss the outcomes of the year-long project that medical students conduct at LAU in which Myriam and her colleagues under the mentorship of Dr. Abi Gerges looked at the effects of the Lebanese economic crisis on access to hypertension and diabetes treatment between 2021 and 2022. The effects of the crisis were eye opening and revealing, and the numbers can be used to build on policy in the future. An episode not to be missed. #lebanon #economiccrisis #medicationshortage #healthcareaccess This episode can also be found in audio form on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Anghami, Googleplay, and others.

Watch and listen to our newest episode of The Lebanese Physicians' Podcast with Dr. Anthony Wehbe discussing his company Sena Health. Dr. Wehbe established his company during the pandemic. In this episode, we discuss hospital overload with inpatients and the role of hospitalizing patients at home in an effort to improve quality and decrease costs. We also discuss the use of remote patient monitoring technologies and AI for preventative care to decrease costs and improve outcomes. Will the majority of hospitalizations in the future be at home or in a traditional hospital? Tune in and let us know your thoughts. The episode is available also on Apple, Spotify, Googleplay, Anghami, iHeartRadio, and others. Also on YouTube https://youtu.be/_K7jSA5djnw #podcast #homecare #healthcarecosts #preventativehealth

Watch and listen to our newest episode of The Lebanese Physicians' Podcast discussing fake medical news on social media with Manual Manouchakian, a Class of 2026 medical student at the University of Balamand. You have all heard the term "fake news" which has altered and changed outcomes of elections on social media. In this episode, we discuss fake medical news. We list a series of 4 videos containing fake information on social media. These videos include the following: 1- https://www.tiktok.com/ZSFkK8dLK/ which discuss putting a candle in the ear to remove earwax 2- https://youtu.be/WwpsfJq5TyI?si=WQ6gQhH3h3U0YT9_ Using laundry powder (Borax or sodium borate) for joint pain relief 3- https://vt.tiktok.com/ZSFkokjpV/ Body builders injecting synthol into muscles 4- https://youtu.be/BfQlUel_HY4si=Ykd8kIwZgPpzPpJu Ingesting cotton balls to feel full and lose weight Through this discussion, we delve into the importance of assessing all news on social media for legitimacy before accepting it as a true fact. This episode is also available on Apple, Spotify, Google, Anghami, and iHeartRadio under The Lebanese Physicians Podcast Also on YouTube: https://youtu.be/aK3i2XQLiVUsi=e1z0w_N72P1seu0S #lebanon #fakenews #socialmedia

Please listen to and watch our latest episode of The Lebanese Physicians' Podcast with Dr. Lina Daouk-Oyri, Associate Professor at the Department of Leadership and Organizational Behavior at the BI Norwegian Business School and Adjunct Associate Professor at the American University of Beirut. In this episode, we discuss her involvement in the SAWI project during her time in Lebanon and currently. We discuss gender gap in Lebanon and the MENA region and the role of the SAWI project in data collection and documentation, and its role in helping employers and governments bridge the gender gap. We also discuss Dr. Daouk-Oyri's role in improving communication and streamlining processes specifically at AUBMC and in other hospital in Lebanon through the Adilla project. An episode not to be missed. #Lebanon #genderequality #gendergap #mena   This episode can also be found on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and Anghami   Also on YouTube https://youtu.be/LOqFYZH3FTA

In this episode co-hosted with Dr. MohammadAli Jardaly, we discuss the future of telehealth in the MENA region with the founder of DRAPP Hady Bsat, a biomedical engineer by training. We delve into what inspired Hady to develop the app, how it started, and the learning experiences through the process leading to the latest version of the app. We also discuss its expansion from Lebanon to Egypt and now to other countries in the MENA region. We finish the episode with a discussion of the future of telehealth in the MENA and the rest of the world. This is an episode not to be missed. Also found on Apple, Spotify, Googleplay, Anghami, and iHeartRadio. On YouTube: https://youtu.be/eChBNWheTTQ #telehealthcare #telehealthservices #mena #lebanon

Please listen to our latest episode of The Lebanese Physicians' Podcast with Dr. Fawzi Maalouf. This episode was recorded live from Bar Tartine on Bliss Street, Beirut. Dr. Maalouf is Assistant Professor of Pediatrics in Neonatology at the American University of Beirut. In this episode, we discuss the recent advancements in neonatal intensive care worldwide and the survival of younger infants. We then discuss neonatal intensive care in Lebanon both in the Beirut area and in the regions. We then delve into the involvement of AUB in projects aiming at improving access to care of infants in the different regions of Lebanon depending on their needs and complexity of care. Currently, outcomes in the regions for preterm infants might not be at the same level as Beirut. If you are interested in equal access to care and quality outcome improvement, this is an episode not to be missed.  #NICU #Pediatrics #healthcareequality #podcast 

Please listen to and watch our latest episode of The Lebanese Physicians' Podcast with MohammadAli Jardaly discussing the three year anniversary of the podcast. We reflect on the year 2023 discussing the major themes, which have included artificial intelligence and mental health and their intersection in some episodes. We reflect on some of the most listened to episodes which include the episode on the disaster preparedness and the Beirut blast with Drs. Haytham Kaafarani and Jamal Hoballah, the episode on the medical tents during the revolution with Alain Sabri and Zakia Dimassi, the in-person episode at Paul, Gemmayzeh with Cynthia Abi Khalil and Antoine Saab, and the in-person episode in DC with Ziad Khatib, Hala Najm, and Rasha Abi Hana. We also discuss potential guests we have been trying to have on the podcast including Joelle Abi Rached, Jeanine Akiki, and multiple others. It has been a great 3 year run so far and it could not have happened without all our guests. A shout out to everyone who joined the podcast and to the people who will join in the coming years. Please feel free to submit any topics or potential guests you want on the podcast.   Also available on Apple, Spotify, Anghami, and iHeartRadio and YouTube #podcast #anniversary #lebanon #healthcare

Please listen to and watch our latest episode of The Lebanese Physicians' Podcast discussing disaster preparedness in hospitals in Lebanon. In this episode, I interview Dr. Mariana Helou, the Chief of Emergency Medicine at the LAU-MC Rizk Hospital in Achrafieh. Dr. Helou is very active in Disaster Medicine and Mass Casualty event preparedness training in Europe. We discuss the August 4th explosion and disaster preparedness at that time, and then discuss current hospital preparedness in Lebanon for a potential mass casualty event given the political events in the region. We discuss emergency preparedness specifically at LAUMC-RH, but also discuss the national emergency preparedness plan and the importance of closed loop communication among the various hospitals in case of a mass casualty event. If you want to learn more about disaster and emergency preparedness, this is the episode to listen to. Also available on Podbean, Apple, Spotify, Anghami, and iHeartRadio Website: www.thelebanesephysicianspodcast.podbean.com #emergencypreparedness #disastermedicine #masscasualtyevent

Please listen to and watch this latest episode of The Lebanese Physicians' Podcast with Dr. Lama El Zein MD, MHA. Dr. El Zein just started a position as Vice President, Quality and Implementation Science at Hackensack Meridian Health in New Jersey. In this episode, we discuss the rising healthcare costs in the United States. We analyze the sectors of healthcare that lead to this high cost, and we discuss the role of palliative care and advocacy in improving the quality of care for patients in a more efficient less wasteful, and less costly manner. If you are interested in the economy of healthcare, this is the episode to tune in to. Also available on Spotify, Anghami, iHeartRadio, and Apple podcasts. Youtube link: https://youtu.be/8pBkVREL_Nw #healthcaremanagement #healthcareeconomics #costofhealth #Qualityofcare #palliativecare

Please watch and listen to our newest episode of The Lebanese Physicians' Podcast discussing the science of well-being and work-life balance with Dr. Myriam El Khoury Malhame. If you are struggling with work-life balance issues, stress, and anxiety, this is the episode to listen to. Dr. Malhame is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at The Lebanese American University. Her research focuses on positive psychology and factors that promote it which include sleep, mindfulness, exercise, among others. She has received a major NIH grant with her team to implement practices promoting emotional intelligence, stress management and growth mindset with vulnerable adolescents in public schools in Lebanon. In this episode, we discuss the importance of emotional intelligence, factors that promote work-life balance, positive attitude and outlook, and positive thinking. We also discuss Dr. Malhame's multiple research projects on the topic and on stress management. The episode is also available on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and Anghami. #worklifebalance #happiness #emotionalintelligence #stressmanagement

Please watch and listen to Episode 75 of The Lebanese Physicians' Podcast with the founders of the platform Mind-Easy, Alexandra Assouad, CEO, Dalia Ahmed, Chief Clinical Officer, and Akanksha Shelat, Chief Technology Officer. In this episode, we discuss the start-up company Mind-Easy that was developed by the 3 co-founders who came from different cultural backgrounds to North America and found it hard to find culturally sensitive mental health services as they were adapting to their new homes. With their backgrounds in finance, clinical psychology, and computer science, they developed Mind-Easy. This platform currently offers culturally sensitive, adaptive, and preventative mental health services to multiple companies, schools, and colleges. Employees can log in, and depending on their mood, they are offered different ways to cope with their emotions and overcome hardship in multiple different languages. Using AI, these offerings adapt to the employees' moods and feelings during that particular week. The goal is to prevent the development of mental health disorders. You can listen to this episode on Podbean, Apple, Spotify, Anghami, and iHeart Radio and watch it on YouTube. #artificialintelligence #clinicalinformatics #mentalhealthawareness #workplacewellness #productivity