The Lebanese Physicians' Podcast

Episode 117: Breaking Barriers: Women in Medtech

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

 

Episode 116: Oryx Dental: Bridging Technology and Oral Health

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

Episode 115: Legs that won't rest: A Deep Dive into Restless Leg Syndrome Diagnosis and Care

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 

Episode 114: Dental Care Redefined: Iolokis and the AI Revolution

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

Episode 113: The Future of Medicine: AI and Clinical Informatics

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 

Episode 112: Bio-printing Breakthroughs: The Art of Creating Organs

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

Episode 111: When a Healthcare Worker Becomes a Patient: Battling Hodgkin's lymphoma

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

Episode 110: The Future of Medicine: AI's Role in the Middle East

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. 

Episode 109: The Silent Crisis: Burnout in the Medical Field

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

Episode 108: Beyond the Fee-for-Service: A Look at Lebanon's Pay-For-Perfomance Model

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