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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 medical 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.

13/10/2025

Two oral presentations were delivered by Dr. Fatima Msheik El-Khoury and Dr. Frida Atallah from our department at the American University of Beirut’s Research in Crisis Settings Conference. Their presentations focused on residents’ lived experiences during the war, as well as the challenges and adaptations within the graduate medical education system.

10/10/2025

We are delighted to welcome Dr. Aline Khalil, who joined our residency program in June 2025 as a PGY-1 resident after completing her medical degree at the American University of Beirut.

We look forward to working with you as you embark on your career in anesthesiology.

07/10/2025

A new prospective cohort study published in the Indian Journal of Anaesthesia introduces El-Khatib’s equation, a novel formula for predicting PaO₂ from SpO₂ in surgical patients under general anaesthesia, offering a promising non-invasive alternative to arterial blood gas analysis.

Read the full study here: https://bit.ly/4pZi4um

03/10/2025

We were delighted to host Dr. Wael Saasouh, a dear alumnus of our department and a 2012 graduate of our residency program, for a specialty lecture to our faculty and residents.

Dr. Saasouh is a board-certified anesthesiologist at Wayne State University, Regional Director for Research, and founding chair of the NorthStar Anesthesia Research Fellowship.

During the session, Dr. Saasouh shared insights from recent publications, offered recommendations on intraoperative hypotension, and discussed opportunities for research collaboration.

The session was very well received by our attendings and residents, who are always grateful to connect and collaborate with program alumni.

29/09/2025

Congratulations to Mr. Hassan Nasrallah on being named AUBMC Manager of the Year!

Mr. Nasrallah exemplifies clinical excellence, strong leadership, and genuine compassion. This recognition reflects his dedication to leading his team with integrity and making a positive impact across the multidisciplinary teams he works with.

25/09/2025

The Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine cordially invites you to attend the hybrid Grand Round by Dr. Sahar Siddik-Sayyid on: ''Obstetric Hemorrhage: From Risk to Readiness'' on Monday September 29, 2025 at 07:30 AM Beirut time in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine Conference Room - AUBMC Basement near OR desk and via WebEx.

Register here: https://bit.ly/46VO5fe

17/09/2025

We are proud of our faculty member, Dr. Nancy Abou Nafeh who served as a guest speaker at the Regional Anesthesia Meeting, organized by the Lebanese Society of Anesthesiologists (LSA) in collaboration with the Lebanese Orthopedic Society.

Dr. Abou Nafeh delivered a thought-provoking talk on “Motor-Sparing Blocks in Orthopedic Anesthesia: Precision Without Paralysis”, contributing to the ongoing conversation on advancing regional techniques that prioritize both safety and mobility.

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

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