The Lebanese Physicians' Podcast

Clinical trials save lives but why does it often take years before a study can enroll its first patient? In this episode of The Lebanese Physicians Podcast, Dr. Khalil Diab sits down with oncologist, physician executive, author, and Chief Medical Officer of Ryght AI, Chadi Nabhan, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming clinical trial site selection, feasibility assessments, and study activation. Dr. Nabhan explains why so many clinical trials struggle with enrollment, how traditional site selection methods often rely on relationships rather than data, and how AI-powered "digital site twins" may help identify the best-performing research centers worldwide. The discussion also explores the future of clinical research, reducing trial delays, increasing diversity in enrollment, and accelerating access to life-saving therapies. Topics discussed include: ✅ Why clinical trials often take 10–12 years to complete ✅ The hidden costs of poor site selection ✅ How AI-powered site twins work ✅ Clinical trial feasibility and site activation ✅ Enrollment prediction and trial performance ✅ Community practices vs academic medical centers ✅ Diversity, equity, and bias in AI-driven research ✅ The future of AI in clinical trials and drug development ✅ How faster trials could bring treatments to patients sooner Whether you're a physician, researcher, clinical trial professional, healthcare executive, or simply interested in the future of medicine, this conversation offers a fascinating look at how AI may reshape clinical research for years to come. 🎙️ Guest: Chadi Nabhan 🎙️ Host: Khalil Diab #ClinicalTrials #ArtificialIntelligence #AIInHealthcare #ClinicalResearch #DrugDevelopment #HealthcareInnovation #PrecisionMedicine #Oncology #MedicalResearch #DigitalHealth #ClinicalOperations #TrialEnrollment #ResearchSites #HealthcareTechnology #TheLebanesePhysiciansPodcast

In this episode of the podcast, I speak with Dr. Shereen Nabhani-Gebara, Professor of Oncology and Pharmacy at Kingston University and a leader in the EU-funded MULTIPULM project. We discuss how digital health innovations have the potential to transform the care of chronic respiratory diseases such as asthma and COPD, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. The conversation explores the challenges of delayed diagnosis, fragmented healthcare systems, and the rising burden of multimorbidity. Dr. Nabhani-Gebara shares how integrated digital ecosystems, including AI-powered monitoring tools, remote care platforms, and patient-centered education, have the capacity to enable earlier detection, proactive management, and improved outcomes. The episode also examines the role of global collaboration, the importance of adapting solutions to local contexts, and how these innovations could be applied in regions like the Middle East. A must-listen for anyone interested in digital health, global medicine, and the future of patient-centered care. 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to support the podcast! #LebanesePhysiciansPodcast #Pulmonology #COPD #Asthma #DigitalHealth #AIinHealthcare #GlobalHealth #HealthcareInnovation #Telemedicine #MedicalEducation #ChronicDisease #PublicHealth #Subscribe #MULTIPULM Website: https://thelebanesephysicianspodcast.podbean.com/ YouTube: @thelebanesephysicianspodcast On all Podcast Apps

In this powerful episode of The Lebanese Physicians Podcast, we sit down with entrepreneur and consultant Zina Malas, Founder & CEO of Tawlé Consultancy, to discuss migration, identity, ambition, and the difficult choices many Lebanese professionals face. ⚠️ Important context: This conversation was recorded two weeks before the war began in Lebanon, which gives the discussion an even deeper meaning today. As we listen back, many of the themes belonging, uncertainty, resilience, and the idea of “home” feel even more powerful and relevant. Zina shares her journey of leaving Lebanon for Canada during one of the country’s most difficult periods, building a life abroad, and then making the bold and controversial decision to return to Lebanon despite many people telling her she was making a mistake. In this episode, we explore: • The emotional realities of migration beyond logistics • The myths vs. truths about building a life abroad • How identity evolves when living outside your home country • Why returning home can sometimes be the bravest decision • The lessons she learned abroad that shaped her consulting philosophy After returning to Lebanon, Zina founded Tawlé Consultancy, where she helps businesses rethink strategy, growth, and leadership in complex environments. We also discuss questions that resonate with many in the Lebanese diaspora today: Who should leave—and who should stay? What do people misunderstand about success abroad? Is belonging a place or a mindset? And if Lebanon were stable tomorrow, would people return? This is a thoughtful and honest conversation about risk, resilience, and redefining success in uncertain times. 🎙️ The Lebanese Physicians Podcast #LebanesePhysiciansPodcast #ZinaMalas #LebanonDiaspora #MigrationStories #Lebanon #Entrepreneurship #LebaneseEntrepreneurs #IdentityAndBelonging #Leadership #Consulting #GlobalLebanese #CareerJourney #PodcastInterview #Resilience #Subscribe #subscribenow On YouTube: ‪@thelebanesephysicianspodcast‬ ‪@tawleconsultancy‬ and on all podcast apps. Website: https://thelebanesephysicianspodcast.podbean.com/

In this episode of The Lebanese Physicians Podcast, we sit down with Nabila Rahhal, former LinkedIn MENA Insider, journalist, and content strategist, to explore the powerful intersection between algorithm and authenticity. Nabila shares her journey from education to journalism, her years at Executive Magazine, and her transition to LinkedIn’s news and content ecosystem before reinventing herself once again as an independent consultant in executive positioning and thought leadership. Together, we discuss: Career pivots and reinvention after layoffs How professionals misuse (and can better use) LinkedIn The balance between AI tools and authentic human voice Personal branding beyond social media Why storytelling beats perfection How leaders, founders, and professionals can build authority and trust through content This conversation is a must-listen for physicians, professionals, founders, and leaders navigating visibility, credibility, and opportunity in today’s digital world. 🎧 Listen, learn, and rethink how you show up online. #LebanesePhysiciansPodcast #ContentStrategy #ThoughtLeadership #PersonalBranding #CareerReinvention #LinkedInTips #DigitalStorytelling #ExecutivePositioning #AIAndHumanity #ProfessionalGrowth #PhysiciansOnLinkedIn #CreatorsEconomy #LeadershipDevelopment #PodcastInterview #Subscribe On YouTube @thelebanesephysicianspodcast and on all podcast apps Website: https://thelebanesephysicianspodcast.podbean.com

In this episode of The Lebanese Physicians Podcast, we sit down again with Christelle Bashi, clinical dietitian and founder of Yes You Can Clinic in Lebanon, for an honest and practical conversation about New Year’s resolutions, nutrition, and long-term lifestyle change. Why do 80% of people abandon their health goals within weeks? How do stress, economic pressure, culture, and unrealistic expectations sabotage progress? And what actually works when it comes to weight loss, nutrition, and habit change? We discuss: 1. Why New Year’s resolutions often fail 2. The difference between motivation and sustainability 3. SMART goals for real-life nutrition 4. Weight loss vs fat loss 5. The impact of stress, sleep, and lifestyle 6. Affordable and traditional Lebanese healthy meals 7. Supplements: when they help and when they harm 8. Small, realistic changes that actually last This episode is about building a healthier lifestyle without guilt, extremes, or burnout — one step at a time. #NewYearGoals #SustainableHealth #NutritionScience #WeightLossJourney #HealthyLifestyle #LebanesePhysiciansPodcast #YesYouCanClinic #MindsetMatters #FatLossNotWeightLoss #WellnessWithoutBurnout #HealthEducation #LifestyleMedicine yesyoucanclinic.com or on social media Links Linktreelinktr.ee/yesyoucanclinic Facebookfacebook.com/YesYouCanClinic Instagraminstagram.com/yes.you.can.clinic Tiktoktiktok.com/ @yes.you.can.clinic ⁨@yesyoucanclinic⁩

في هذه الحلقة العميقة والصريحة، نناقش الرحلة الكاملة للانتقال من العمل داخل شركة عالمية بحجم سامسونج إلى عالم ريادة الأعمال وبناء الشركات من الصفر. نتحدث عن: لحظة اتخاذ القرار وكم كان الخوف والشك جزءًا منها الفرق الحقيقي بين ثقافة الشركات العالمية وشركات العائلة كيف تنتقل من بيئة منظمة إلى حرية ومسؤولية العمل لحسابك اختيار الفرصة الصحيحة، بناء الفريق الأول، والتعامل مع المخاطر التمويل، القرارات الصعبة، والتوسع في أسواق جديدة كيف تحافظ على الابتكار، القيم، وصحتك النفسية كرائد أعمال حلقة مليئة بالدروس العملية لأي شخص يفكر في ترك وظيفة كبيرة، أو يبدأ مشروعه الخاص، أو يبني شركة تريد أن تنافس عالميًا. #ريادة_الأعمال#من_الشركات_العالمية_للبيزنس#StartupLife#Entrepreneurship#Leadership#BusinessCulture#ترك_الوظيفة#بناء_الشركات#قرارات_مصيرية#العمل_الحر#الشركات_العائلية#GlobalCompanies#ArabEntrepreneurs#Mindset#StartFromZero#PodcastArabic#Subscr

In this episode of The Lebanese Physicians Podcast, we speak with Rola Naaman Doughan, a public health specialist whose career led her from the CDC to launching her own health coaching practice — Healthier with Rola. Rola opens up about burnout, purpose, and what pushed her to shift from public health analytics to empowering individuals to take charge of their own wellbeing.Through Healthier with Rola, she helps clients cultivate healthier habits, reclaim balance, and live with intention — one sustainable step at a time. 🌿 Learn more at https://www.healthierwithrola.com/Follow her on Instagram: @rolanaaman 🎧 Tune in — and don’t forget to #Subscribe! Hashtags #LebanesePhysiciansPodcast #HealthierWithRola #FromCDCtoCoaching #PublicHealth #HealthCoaching #WellnessJourney #BurnoutPrevention #WorkLifeBalance #LifestyleMedicineMindset #CareerPivot #WomenInPublicHealth #LebanonDiaspora #Subscribe The episode is also available on our YouTube Channel

How does a physician go from building a genetics startup in Beirut to practicing medicine hundreds of miles offshore? In this episode, we explore the world of maritime medicine, a little-known field at the crossroads of clinical care, emergency decision-making, prevention, and global regulation. Our guest breaks down what maritime medicine really is, how it differs from emergency, occupational, and family medicine, and what a “workday” looks like when patients are on ships, in ports, or connected by satellite from the open ocean. We discuss the most common medical cases at sea, the ones that keep physicians up at night, and the unique clinical and logistical challenges of caring for patients when evacuation isn’t an option. We also dive into fitness-for-duty decisions, prevention, and why joining the American Board of Maritime Medicine marks an important step for the specialty. Finally, we look ahead at where maritime medicine is headed with telemedicine, AI, and a rapidly evolving global shipping industry, and whether this unconventional path could be a fit for burned-out physicians seeking something different. #MaritimeMedicine #PhysicianCareers #NonTraditionalMedicine #Telemedicine #GlobalHealth #MedicineAtSea #CareerPivot #LebanesePhysiciansPodcast