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The Official Academic Account of the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine at the American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine and Medical Center. Founded in 1954, the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine at the American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine and Medical Center bases its mission on providing state-of-the-art clinical services, outstanding education to med

ical students, residents, and fellows, and thriving to maintain high quality research productivity. In addition to our state-of-the-art clinical services, we are recognized regionally as a center of excellence for physician training. The department of Anesthesiology offers a four-year residency training program, a fellowship training program in Cardiovascular Anesthesia, clerkship rotations, in addition to elective rotations for medical students and residents from other specialties. The Anesthesiology Residency Training program at the American University of Beirut Medical Center and Faculty of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education - International (ACGME-I) and has been in substantial compliance with its foundational and advanced specialty requirements since July 2016. More information on the department academic activities are available on this website www.aub.edu.lb/fm/Anesthesiology. The Department of Anesthesiology at the American University of Beirut Medical Center is also dedicated to investigating important scientific and clinical questions in different anesthesia sub-specialties. Moreover, our faculty conduct grant-funded and departmentally-funded research aiming at assessing patient outcomes following anesthesia. The Department also publishes the Middle East Journal of Anesthesiology (MEJA) three times per year. MEJA publishes manuscripts related to the practice of anesthesiology and pain medicine. More information and manuscript submission are available on this website: www.meja.aub.edu.lb.

28/08/2025

Syma Azar arrived at AUB joining this fall to join the ranks of a family with deep connections to the university. It’s a legacy dating back to her grandparents, Dr. Musa Muallem (BA ’53, MD ’57), a pioneering anesthesiologist and longtime medical director of AUBMC’s Division of Respiratory Therapy who invented several devices including the Muallem Jet Ventilator and Cuff Inflator Monitor that advanced airway management and are still used worldwide, and Dr. Muna Matta Muallem (BS ’65, MD ’69), who was associate clinical professor of dermatology at AUBMC until 2023; Syma’s mother, Dr. Maya Muallem (BS ’96, MD ’00), is a dermatologist, clinical associate at AUBMC, and secretary general of the Lebanese Society of Dermatology.
Two generations of physicians, educators, innovators, and donors leaving a lasting mark at AUB. We can’t wait to see how Syma will leave her mark as the 3rd generation of this AUB legacy family. Welcome to AUB Syma!

25/08/2025

Our CA-2 residents participated in a Simulation Workshop led by Dr. Carine Zeeni and Dr. Nancy Abou Nafeh.

Dr. Zeeni’s session focused on the recognition and management of Local Anesthetic Systemic Toxicity (LAST). Residents identified neurological and cardiac symptoms, examined risk factors, reviewed treatment priorities, practiced lipid emulsion therapy, and reinforced teamwork through checklist use.

Dr. Abou Nafeh’s scenario focused on intraoperative bronchospasm in an asthmatic patient, with residents practicing early recognition, initiating management with bronchodilators and ventilation adjustments, exploring differential diagnoses of increased airway pressure, strengthening effective communication, and monitoring patient stabilization.

18/08/2025

Our CA-3 residents participated in a High-Fidelity Simulation workshop, guided by Dr. Sahar Siddik, Dr. Nancy Abou Nafeh, and Dr. Carine Zeeni (our Simulation Lead). The session focused on developing critical skills, including recognizing a CICV scenario, escalating airway interventions, and performing an emergency cricothyrotomy when needed. It also aimed to strengthen teamwork, crisis resource management, and the application of ACLS principles in hypoxia-related emergencies.

13/08/2025

Wrapping up our first simulation sessions of the 2025–2026 academic year with the CA-1 class!
Both sessions were delivered by Dr. Sarine Sarkis and Dr. Carine Zeeni (our Simulation Lead), setting the stage for a year of hands-on learning and growth.

05/08/2025

A new case report describing acute transient swelling of the parotid glands following robotic prostatectomy, emphasizing its clinical presentation and management.

Read the full case report here: https://bit.ly/47f6Gn6

01/08/2025

We are pleased to announce the release of the June 2025 issue of the Middle East Journal of Anesthesiology (MEJA).

This issue features a diverse collection of original research articles, clinical studies, and scholarly reviews addressing key topics in anesthesiology and pain medicine.

Access the full issue here: https://bit.ly/4mgYya0

31/07/2025

We are excited to announce that Dr. Nizar El Bcherawi has joined our department as a Research Fellow, effective July 16th. He will be contributing to the department’s research projects and supporting faculty members, residents, and the research team in their ongoing and future work.

Welcome on board, Nizar!

28/07/2025

Congratulations to Dr. Vanda Abi Raad, our esteemed alumna, on her recent election to the French National Academy of Surgery, France’s oldest and most prestigious surgical institution. She is the first anesthesiologist from outside France, and one of only four worldwide, to receive this honor, a testament to her pioneering role in simulation-based education in Lebanon and her outstanding contributions to the field.

Dr. Vanda Abi Raad is a proud graduate of the AUB Anesthesiology Residency Program. She currently serves as Chairperson and Professor of Anesthesiology, as well as Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Development at the Gilbert and Rose-Marie Chagoury School of Medicine at the Lebanese American University.

Congratulations to Dr. Abi Raad on this prestigious achievement!

25/07/2025

We’re proud to announce our new resident leaders for the 2025-2026 academic year:

Dr. Andrea Chedid – Chief Resident
Dr. Dany Sleiman – Head Resident, Medical Education
Dr. Maher Al Shami – Head Resident, Program Wellness

Dr. Chedid has been an outstanding role model, known for her focus, compassion, and collaborative spirit. As Chief Resident, she’ll help bridge communication between residents and faculty while supporting daily operations.

Dr. Sleiman brings great energy and insight to his role in medical education. His enthusiasm for teaching and mentoring will continue to shape our academic culture.

Dr. Al Shami is dedicated to promoting well-being. As Head of Program Wellness, he’ll lead initiatives that prioritize mental health, community, and balance in training.

24/07/2025

It’s a great privilege to share that Dr. Mohamad Khatib has been appointed to the Editorial Board of Respiratory Care, the official journal of the American Association for Respiratory Care.

This prestigious appointment reflects Dr. Khatib’s expertise, dedication to advancing respiratory care, and ongoing contributions to research and education in the field.

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

17/07/2025

Dr. Kamar Ahdab represented the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine at the 12th Annual Clinical Research Open House, where she presented her Fellowship and Residency Research Program (FRRP) project titled “Standard versus Hyperangulated Video Laryngoscopy Blades for Intubation in Neonates and Small Infants: Evaluation of the Glottic View.”

Guided by Principal Investigator Dr. Marie Aouad-Maroun, Dr. Ahdab shared key findings from the study and discussed future directions for improving neonatal airway management.

16/07/2025

We are proud to share that Dr. Marie Aouad-Maroun, Chairperson of the Department of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine at the American University of Beirut Medical Center, has been named Multicenter Perioperative Outcomes Group (MPOG) Featured Member for July & August 2025!

Dr. Aouad's visionary leadership brought AUBMC into the global MPOG network and now, her impact is being recognized internationally.
In her featured Q&A, Dr. Aouad reflects on:
• Driving quality improvement through data and teamwork
• The challenges of engaging multidisciplinary clinical teams
• Her role in leading MPOG initiatives at AUBMC

To view the featured member profile and read Dr. Aouad's Q&A:
https://mpog.org/featuredmembers/

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