From AI Awareness to Real Impact Building the Future of Innovation in MENA/Christophe Zoghby

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The episode discusses the real-world impact of AI in the MENA region with Christophe Zoghby, focusing on its applications in healthcare and the importance of upskilling.

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…

People in this episode

Host: Khalil Diab

Guest: Christophe Zoghby

Topics covered

• artificial intelligence
• healthcare innovation
• MENA region
• career opportunities
• upskilling
• democratizing AI

Keywords

• AI
• artificial intelligence
• healthcare
• MENA
• upskilling
• innovation
• career growth
• digital health

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: ZAKA AI

Places: MENA, Beirut, Lebanon

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