Show overview
The Lebanese Physicians' Podcast has been publishing since 2020, and across the 6 years since has built a catalogue of 178 episodes. That works out to roughly 100 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 28 min and 41 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Health & Fitness show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed earlier today, with 32 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 39 episodes published. Published by Khalil Diab.
From the publisher
Given the current events in Lebanon, Lebanese physicians working there have been in the news extensively lately. Some have chosen to leave in search of a more stable life; some have chosen to stay, and some have chosen not to move back to Lebanon in the first place. We will interview Lebanese physicians working in Lebanon and beyond to get their opinions about the events taking place in Lebanon, the future of medicine in Lebanon, and the role Lebanese physicians play worldwide in their respective fields, and their connections to their home county. We will highlight success stories, stories that were not so successful, and everything in between. Medical students, physicians-in-training, and attending physicians at different points in their careers will be interviewed. We hope you will find this podcast beneficial and exciting!
Latest Episodes
View all 178 episodesThe Future of AI in Healthcare: What Every Physician Needs to Know | Carter Abdullah
The AI-Powered Dental Practice: How AI Is Transforming Dentistry | Fadi Abboud
The Human Side of Medicine: Dr. David Spiro on Grief, Physician Burnout & Why Stories Matter
Cyclospora Outbreak Explained: Why Cases Are Surging & How to Stay Safe | Dr. Wassim Abdallah
From Surgeon to Patient: Fighting Drug-Resistant TB and Running Again | Dr. Glenn Geelhoed
What happens when a physician’s passion for music becomes a lifelong creative journey?
Clinical Reasoning in the AI Era: Can Artificial Intelligence Think Like a Doctor?
From Beginner to Boston: Rahul Nandi’s Journey to a Sub-3 Marathon
The End of Clinical Trial Delays? AI, Site Selection, and the Future of Research
Why Couples Fight About Money And How to Build Financial Intimacy Instead with Sami Al Natour
The Hidden Career Path for Doctors: From Oncology to Pharma Leadership
Global Hypertension Crisis: Why 1.7 Billion People Are at Risk Inequality, Prevention & AI Solutions
The Future of Oncology: How AI and Virtual Cancer Clinics Are Transforming Cancer Care
From Invisible to Influential: How Doctors Can Build Their Brand Online
Immigration in Crisis: How New U.S. Policies Are Impacting Physicians and Patient Care
Scholar Activism & Collective Healing: Lessons from the Crisis in Lebanon
Fatigue in Standardized Patients: The Hidden Risk in Medical Education | Dr. Zakia Dimassi
Ep 161Beyond the Blast: Inside Beirut's Hospitals on April 8, 2026
On April 8, 2026, intense Israeli airstrikes on the middle of day in Beirut led to around 250 dead people and more than 1100 wounded with a lot of people still missing under the rubble. In this powerful episode of the Lebanese Physicians Podcast, we take you inside the devastating events of April 8, 2026. With dozens reported dead and hundreds injured, hospitals across the city rapidly activated emergency protocols to manage the overwhelming surge of trauma patients. I was joined by frontline leaders Dr. Toufic Chaaban (ICU physician and Program Director of Internal Medicine at Lebanese American University Medical Center) and Dr. Cynthia Abi Khalil Jammal (Head of Nursing) at The Lebanese Hospital Geitaoui. They shared firsthand accounts of what it means to respond under extreme pressure. This episode explores: - How hospitals mobilized within minutes for a mass casualty response - Real-time ICU and ER decision-making during crisis - Lessons learned since the Beirut Port Explosion - The emotional toll on physicians, nurses, and trainees - The resilience and unwavering commitment of Lebanese healthcare workers Beyond protocols and preparedness, this is a deeply human story of courage, sacrifice, and the extraordinary strength of a healthcare system repeatedly tested, yet still standing. A must-listen for clinicians, healthcare leaders, and anyone seeking to understand medicine under crisis. #Lebanon #Beirut #Healthcare #MassCasualty #EmergencyMedicine #CriticalCare #MedicalPodcast #Resilience #GlobalHealth #LebanesePhysiciansPodcast #subscribe On YouTube @thelebanesephysicianspodcast , on all podcasts apps Website: https://thelebanesephysicianspodcast.podbean.com
Ep 160From AI Awareness to Real Impact Building the Future of Innovation in MENA/Christophe Zoghby
In this episode of The Lebanese Physicians Podcast, I sit down with Christophe Zoghby, founder of ZAKA AI, to explore how artificial intelligence is moving beyond hype and into real-world impact across the MENA region. From launching in the Beirut AI community to building one of the region’s leading AI education and implementation platforms, Christophe shares his journey of turning passion into purpose, bridging the gap between AI awareness and practical adoption. We dive into: 🚀 How AI is transforming careers and creating new opportunities in MENA 🧠 The concept of “democratizing AI” and why it matters 🏥 Real-world applications of AI in healthcare and beyond 🌍 How talent in Lebanon and the region can compete globally ⚡ Why upskilling not fear is the key to thriving in the AI era This conversation is a must-listen for clinicians, entrepreneurs, students, and anyone curious about how AI is reshaping the future of work, innovation, and healthcare. 💡 Key takeaway: AI isn’t replacing you it’s amplifying you. Learn it, leverage it, and lead with it. 👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more conversations at the intersection of medicine, innovation, and global impact. 🔥 Hashtags #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #MENA #HealthcareInnovation #FutureOfWork #MedicalPodcast #LebanesePhysicians #DigitalHealth #AIinHealthcare #Entrepreneurship #TechInMedicine #Innovation #MiddleEast #CareerGrowth #Upskilling #subscribe On YouTube: @thelebanesephysicianspodcast @ChristopheZoghbi On all podcast apps Website: https://thelebanesephysicianspodcast.podbean.com
Ep 159AI & Mental Health: Can AI Therapy Be Safe, Scalable, and Human-Centered?
In this episode of The Lebanese Physicians Podcast, we explore the rapidly evolving intersection of artificial intelligence and mental health—and ask a critical question: Can AI truly support emotional well-being safely and effectively? I sit down with Srishti Srivastava, the founder of Healo, an innovative mental health AI based platform now active in over 165 countries, to discuss how AI is transforming access to care across both high-income and low-resource settings. From personal struggle with anxiety to building a global AI mental health companion, this conversation dives into the real-world challenges of mental health access, affordability, and stigma, and how technology may help bridge these gaps. 💡 In this episode, we discuss: The origin story behind Healo and its mission How AI can act as a first step in mental health care The concept of an AI mental health companion Risks like AI hallucinations, AI psychosis, and safety concerns How platforms ensure privacy, HIPAA compliance, and ethical AI use Why AI should augment not replace therapists The future of mental health care in low- and middle-income countries Real-world impact: improving access, reducing wait times, and empowering patients 🌍 As mental health needs rise globally, this episode offers a powerful look at how technology, when used responsibly, can expand access and empower patients while keeping human care at the center. 👉 Whether you're a clinician, innovator, or simply curious about the future of healthcare, this episode is a must-watch. #MentalHealth #AIinHealthcare #DigitalHealth #Psychiatry #HealthcareInnovation #GlobalHealth #MedicalPodcast #LebanesePhysiciansPodcast #FutureOfMedicine #AI #Telehealth #HealthTech #MindHealth #Doctors #Subscribe Website: https://healo.infiheal.com/ The podcast is on YouTube @thelebanesephysicianspodcast and on all podcast apps Podcast website: https://thelebanesephysicianspodcast.podbean.com/