ILMA USA

International Lebanese Medical Association

USA Chapter

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Our Background

The International Lebanese Medical Association, USA, is a non-profit, non-political, and a non-denominational organization.
It was formed by medical professionals of Lebanese heritage, living in the United States,  who share common interests in health, education and research.
If you are a Lebanese medical professional, residing in the USA, Please Join Us.

 

ILMAUSA Foundation

The ILMAUSA Foundation supports healthcare entities and patients in Lebanon and the USA through strategic medical education and research investments, Please Support Us.

ILMAUSA’s Response to Lebanon’s Crisis: How You Can Help

ILMAUSA is deeply concerned about the ongoing crisis in Lebanon and is committed to supporting the country during these challenging times. To address urgent and future needs, the ILMAUSA National Board has formed a crisis unit focusing on three key areas: a Resource Team to manage medication and supply requests, a Human Resources Team offering virtual support through telehealth services, and an Educational Committee providing essential training for crisis response.

ILMAUSA encourages donations to support relief efforts—donations can be made directly to the Lebanese Red Cross using This Link:  https://bit.ly/LRC-ILMA-USA. Together, we can make a meaningful impact.

ILMA USA met with the Lebanese Minister of Health, Dr. Firas Abiad, to discuss the urgent medical needs in Lebanon due to the ongoing crisis. ILMA USA is committed to supporting relief efforts by providing critical medical supplies and expanding healthcare capacity. We encourage you to support our emergency fund to help those in need by donating  HERE

Highlights from the July 2024 Conference:

Collaboration to boost Lebanon’s Health Care

ILMA's 2024 Awards

The International Lebanese Medical Association (ILMA) held an extraordinary conference at the Phoenicia Hotel in Beirut on July 5-6, 2024. This significant event brought together key stakeholders to enhance Lebanon's healthcare system. During the opening ceremony, a special award for medical excellence was presented, highlighting ILMA's commitment to recognizing and nurturing talent in the medical field.

Scholarship Program

ILMA-USA generously funded scholarships worth $275,000 for Lebanese medical students to study and conduct research in the United States. This initiative underscores ILMA's commitment to nurturing future medical professionals and advancing academic excellence.

Workshops on Clinical Skills

The conference featured workshops on clinical skills, providing hands-on training for medical professionals. These sessions aimed to enhance the capabilities of healthcare providers and improve patient care standards in Lebanon.

Blood Donation Booth

In collaboration with the Red Cross, a blood donation booth was organized at the conference. This initiative demonstrated ILMA's dedication to providing immediate and practical health support, encouraging participants to contribute to saving lives.

Disaster Medicine Session

A focused session on disaster medicine was conducted, highlighting the importance of preparedness and response. Experts shared best practices and innovative approaches to manage and mitigate the impact of natural and man-made disasters on public health.

Collaborating with Health Authorities

ILMA focused on creating strong links with the Ministry of Health, Parliament, and relevant unions. This effort aims to establish a stable exchange of expertise and support, fostering collaboration and improving the overall healthcare infrastructure in Lebanon.

What we do

Education

The association aims to serve as a platform for health care professions promoting educational, academic work, research and exchange within the United states and between the United States and Lebanon. The association plans to conduct educational programs, seminars, lectures, training and more for its members. On this basis, the association will print and publish newsletters, periodicals, books, or leaflets that serve to promote its objectives.

Collaborations

The association aims to foster cooperation between the medical health professionals in these two countries and promote an educational exchange amongst these individuals. Both through ILMA-USA Chapter and ILMA, www.intlma.org.

Advice

The association aims to provide advice on medical and/or health issues, which will include, but is not limited to, advising organizations, institutions, government authorities (national or municipal) regarding medical or health policies within the United States of America and Lebanon.

Meet the board

Georgina Aoun Nouaime
President
Northeast Region

MD, MBA, MPH, Massachussetts

Rachid Akiki
Vice President
Southeast/Great Lakes Region

MD, Nuc Med, Florida

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Nada Awad
Secretary
Midwest/Pacific Region

MD, Family Medicine, California

Chady Sarraf
Treasurer, co-founder
Midwest/Pacific Region

MD, Hospitalist, Kansas

Ghassan Abu Hamad
Board Member
Midwest/Pacific Region

MD, Vascular Surgery, California

Karim Makhoul
Board Member
Northeast Region

MD, Neurology, New York

Marc Ayoub
Board Member
Northeast Region

MD, Neurocritical Care, New York

Nelly Aoun
Board Member
Southeast/Great Lakes Region

MD, Hematology & Oncology, Louisiana

Bassam Mattar
Advisory Board

MD, Hematology & Oncology, Kansas

Francois Abi Fadel
co-founder, Advisory Board

MD, Pulmonary & Critical Care, New York

Jacques Daoud
Advisory Board

MD, Nephrology, Indiana

Salma Makhoul Ahwach
co-founder, Advisory Board

MD, Endocrinology, Florida

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