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ILMA Lebanon and a Promising Future



ILMA, the International Lebanese Medical Association, has reached a significant milestone with discussion of the establishment of ILMA Lebanon. In a momentous virtual event, healthcare experts and professionals came together to discuss the exciting prospects that lie ahead. The meeting brought together esteemed individuals including Ziad Tannous from St George Medical School, Nancy Chedid from LAU, Mohamad Houri from BAU, Mirna Chahine and Khadija from LU, Nassim Fares from USJ, Maha Khachab from Balamand U, Pierre Edde from USEK, Samir Arnaout from AUBMC, Rabieh Dandashi from Haykel Hospital, Perla Kourtabwi and George Saade from BMC. Let’s explore the significance of ILMA Lebanon’s establishment and the promising future it holds for the medical community.

  

1. Dr. Walid Ahmar and the Vision of ILMA:

 

Dr. Walid Ahmar took center stage to shed light on ILMA’s mission and the vision behind the establishment of ILMA Lebanon. Dr. Ahmar eloquently conveyed ILMA’s commitment to fostering collaboration, enhancing medical education, and addressing healthcare challenges in Lebanon. Attendees were inspired by Dr. Ahmar’s vision of ILMA as a catalyst for positive change and innovation within the Lebanese medical landscape.


 

2. Envisioning a Bright Future:

 

The meeting served as a platform for participants to envision the future of ILMA Lebanon and its potential impact. Attendees engaged in thought-provoking discussions, sharing their aspirations and ideas for ILMA’s growth and contribution to the healthcare ecosystem. Exciting prospects such as collaborative research projects, knowledge exchange programs, and initiatives to address healthcare disparities were explored, fueling optimism and anticipation for the organization’s future endeavors.


  

Conclusion:

The discussion of the establishment of ILMA Lebanon marks a significant step forward in promoting excellence and collaboration within the Lebanese medical community. This virtual meeting celebrated this important milestone and set the stage for an exciting future. As ILMA Lebanon embarks on its journey, the promise of transformative initiatives, enhanced medical education, and impactful contributions to healthcare in Lebanon shines brightly on the horizon.
ILMA Lebanon goals

https://www.intlma.org/post/ilma-lebanon-and-a-promising-future

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.

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