The Faculty of Medicine and Medical Sciences (FOM) at the University of Balamand (UOB) organized the Medical Congress for the third consecutive year at its main campus in Koura on May 30 and 31, 2025 in collaboration with InfoMed. The congress addressed a wide range of health and medical topics and featured active participation from prominent figures in the medical and academic sectors, as well as representatives from various health, professional, and academic institutions across multiple disciplines.
The conference aims to promote the exchange of medical knowledge and keep up with the latest developments in various health fields, contributing to greater dialogue among professionals in the medical sector. It also reflects the vision of the UOB and FOM in their ongoing efforts to improve healthcare services and enhance the quality of medical care. Furthermore, it affirms the faculty's commitment to supporting and developing medical talent, in line with its pivotal role in safeguarding the medical sector, especially amid the current challenges.
The conference concluded with an official ceremony attended by Dean of FOM Dr. Sami Azar representing UOB President Dr. Elias Warrak, President of the Order of Physicians of Tripoli Dr. Ibrahim Makdissi, along with a distinguished group of doctors, professors, and students from various specialties.
Dr. Ghassan Nabout, Assistant Dean for Continuing Medical Education and Chair of the Organizing Committee at FOM, highlighted the distinctive nature of this year’s conference, emphasizing: “This year's congress marks a turning point in both scale and spirit. For the first time, we are hosting four parallel scientific sessions, running simultaneously across specialties. This structure reflects the complexity of modern medicine.” He added: “In that same spirit, we are especially proud to welcome our nursing colleagues as active participants in the program. Their voices enriches every discussion and their role in patient care is indispensable.”
Dr. Adlette Inati, Chair of Pediatrics at UOB and Chair of the Scientific Committee, thanked the attendees and outlined the conference’s objectives, saying: " Thank you all for being here today; your presence and interaction will undoubtedly enrich our understanding and inspire us to achieve our goals: provision of excellent patient care and creating a generation of physician scientists and compassionate healers. Thanks to our sponsors for their continued support. A warm welcome to young physicians, nurses and med students.”
In his speech, Dr. Sami Azar highlighted the importance of holding the conference during these critical circumstances, saying: “This congress arrives at a time of exceptional significance. Lebanon has endured yet another year marked by turbulence, war, economic challenges, political uncertainty, and a strained healthcare system. And yet, here we are. Standing strong. Boldly united. Choosing collaboration over isolation, hope over despair, and excellence over compromise.”
This conference represents an important milestone that underscores the UOB’s dedication and ongoing commitment to supporting the medical sector in Lebanon in facing current challenges, and its continuous pursuit of advancing the healthcare system and achieving medical excellence.
