What happens to the people behind the statistics when disaster strikes?

In this powerful conversation, disaster and emergency nurse Dr. Jamla Rizek shares unforgettable stories from more than 20 disaster-response missions and her book Disaster Diaries. From caring for children after unimaginable trauma to working with refugees and communities displaced by disasters, she explores the human side of emergency medicine and why patients should never become just numbers.

We discuss compassion in crisis, the psychological toll on healthcare workers, refugee and pediatric disaster preparedness, and why truly helping someone begins with understanding what they actually need.

Above all, this episode is a reminder that behind every casualty number is a person, a family, and a story worth remembering.

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What happens when stigma and discrimination become barriers to healthcare?

In this powerful episode of The Lebanese Physicians Podcast, Dr. Sarah Abboud, Dr. Zavi Lakissian, and Dr. Claude Chidiac share the story of LebMASH (Lebanese Medical Association for Sexual Health) and its work to transform LGBTQ+ healthcare in Lebanon.

We explore discrimination within the healthcare system, gaps in medical education, conversion practices, culturally informed care, and how research, advocacy, and education are helping move Lebanon toward a more equitable healthcare system.

▶️ Watch the full conversation to hear how Lebanese healthcare professionals are challenging stigma and working to ensure that every patient can receive safe, respectful, evidence-based care.

💬 Join the conversation: What changes do you think healthcare systems need to make to ensure equitable care for every patient?

👍 Like, subscribe, and share this episode to help bring important conversations about health equity to a wider audience.

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How can Lebanon’s “brain drain” become a powerful global brain network?

In this special episode of The Lebanese Physicians Podcast, I discuss with leaders from ILMA USA the growing Lebanese medical diaspora, mentorship and research opportunities, supporting the next generation of physicians, and how Lebanese healthcare professionals around the world can make a lasting impact both in Lebanon and their local communities.

We also preview ILMA USA’s first major North American conference in Washington, DC, bringing together healthcare leaders to explore AI in medicine, global health, medical education, mentorship, and the future of Lebanon’s healthcare system.

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Consider joining ILMA USA as a member on ILMAUSA.org

You can also register for the upcoming ILMA USA North America Conference on this website.

The date is Saturday September 26, 2026 and it will feature prominent speaks on Academic healthcare, future of US healthcare, global health, AI, and many other topics.

The ILMA gala at the Four Seasons Hotel in DC is also that night.

ILMA USA is a 501(c)(3) organization ‪@thelebanesephysicianspodcast‬

How will AI transform the way physicians practice medicine?

In this episode of The Lebanese Physicians Podcast, I speak with Carter Abdullah, an AI engineer and developer of Brev.dev, about the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence in healthcare.

We discuss how AI can reduce repetitive physician tasks, improve clinical workflows, accelerate drug discovery, support personalized medicine, and transform fields such as radiology and surgery.

We also explore AI agents, specialized medical models, privacy, robotics, and what hospitals could look like by 2035. Most importantly, we discuss why AI may not replace physicians, but could dramatically change how physicians work.

#AIinHealthcare #ArtificialIntelligence #FutureOfMedicine #HealthcareAI #DigitalHealth #MedicalAI #NVIDIA #HealthTech #MedicalInnovation #LebanesePhysiciansPodcast #subscribe

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How will AI change the future of dentistry?

n this episode of The Lebanese Physicians Podcast, I speak with dentist and entrepreneur Fadi Abboud, founder of Eolocus, about how AI is transforming dental practices from patient retention and scheduling to practice efficiency, automation, and robotics.

We also explore what the AI-powered dental office could look like in five years—and why the human connection will remain essential.

#AI #Dentistry #AIDentistry #DentalTechnology #HealthcareAI #DigitalDentistry #FutureOfDentistry #DentalInnovation #FadiAbboud #LebanesePhysiciansPodcast #subscribe

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What happens when physicians become patients, teachers become storytellers, and medicine meets humanity?

In this powerful episode of The Lebanese Physicians Podcast, I sit down with Dr. David Spiro, Professor and Chair of Emergency Medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and host of the Humed Podcast, to explore the emotional realities of practicing medicine.

Dr. Spiro shares a deeply personal story from pediatric emergency medicine that shaped his career and discusses why storytelling is essential for physicians, patients, and healthcare professionals alike. Together, they examine physician wellness, burnout, compassion, resilience, leadership, medical education, and the importance of caring for healthcare workers while caring for patients.

This thoughtful conversation also explores public health challenges, communication with families during difficult moments, the role of advocacy in medicine, and why sharing our stories can strengthen both healthcare professionals and the communities they serve.

In this episode you'll learn about:

• Why storytelling is essential in medicine
• The emotional impact of caring for critically ill patients
• Physician burnout, resilience, and mental wellness
• Leading healthcare teams through difficult situations
• Building empathy in medical education
• The mission behind the Humed Podcast
• Finding purpose and meaning through medicine

If you're a physician, medical student, healthcare professional, or simply interested in the human side of medicine, this conversation offers valuable insights into compassion, leadership, and healing.

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A surprising rise in Cyclospora infections is making headlines across the United States. But what exactly is Cyclospora, why are cases increasing this summer, and how can you protect yourself and your family?

In this episode of The Lebanese Physicians Podcast, I speak with Dr. Wassim Abdallah, Infectious Diseases specialistt at Emory University, about the science behind the current outbreak.

We discuss how Cyclospora spreads through contaminated produce, why climate change and global food supply chains may be contributing to rising cases, the latest diagnostic and treatment strategies, and practical prevention tips for both healthcare professionals and the general public. Whether you're a clinician or simply trying to stay informed, this episode provides evidence-based guidance on one of this summer's most talked-about foodborne illnesses.

#Cyclospora #FoodSafety #InfectiousDiseases #PublicHealth #Diarrhea #FoodborneIllness #EmoryUniversity #Healthcare #Medicine #CDC #Physician #MedicalEducation #ClimateChange #PreventiveMedicine #TheLebanesePhysiciansPodcast

After decades of caring for patients in underserved communities around the world, Dr. Glenn Geelhoed suddenly became the patient. A diagnosis of drug-resistant tuberculosis forced him to stop running, miss his 50th Marine Corps Marathon, and endure months of difficult treatment. But he never stopped seeing himself as a runner. “It’s not the finish line. It’s the run. It’s called living.”

#DrugResistantTB #Tuberculosis #RunningMotivation #MarathonRunner #GlobalHealth #MissionToHeal #Resilience #PhysicianStories #Healthcare #LebanesePhysiciansPodcast #youtubeshorts

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