Medical Resident, at Lebanese American University, Lebanon.
Dr. Ahmad Haj Hussein is a dedicated and driven medical professional with a strong passion for healthcare, clinical research, and community service. With a background in emergency medicine and orthopedic research, he has actively contributed to multiple high-impact studies and international collaborations. His commitment to medical excellence, public health initiatives, and academic leadership makes him a promising researcher and physician.
Professional Profile
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Education 🎓
Dr. Ahmad earned his Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) from the Lebanese American University (LAU) in 2024. He is currently pursuing his Emergency Medicine Residency (PGY1) at LAU-Rizk Medical Center, where he is gaining extensive hands-on experience in patient care, critical decision-making, and medical research.
Professional Experience 💼
Dr. Ahmad has accumulated significant clinical and research experience through clerkships and observerships at leading medical institutions, including Rizk Medical Center, AUB-MC, and Al Zahraa Hospital. His roles have involved patient care, surgical assistance, and research coordination. Beyond clinical practice, he has also been an active volunteer in various public health programs, including Free Medical Days (FMDs), National Health Days (NHDs), and cancer patient support initiatives.
Research Interests 🌍
Dr. Ahmad’s research primarily focuses on orthopedic surgery, emergency medicine, and public health. He has been actively involved in clinical trials, prospective cohort studies, and retrospective analyses covering areas such as gene expression in adhesive capsulitis, outcomes of endoscopic lumbar discectomy, and the impact of patient characteristics on surgical success. Additionally, he has explored the role of health literacy and anxiety sensitivity in e-cigarette use among university students, showcasing his multidisciplinary research approach.
Awards & Honors 🏆
Recognized for his active contributions to clinical research and public health initiatives.
Affiliated with prestigious institutions, including Centre Hospitalier Universitaire (CHU) de Toulouse, France, in collaborative research.
Successfully contributed to studies that are being submitted to high-impact journals such as the Global Spine Journal (GSJ) and the Journal of Orthopaedic Translation (JOT).
Top Noted Publications 📚
Title: Effect of Patient’s Characteristics and Surgical Technique on the Patient Outcomes and Satisfaction After Endoscopic Lumbar Discectomy—A Long-Term Retrospective Study
Authors: Youssef Jamaleddine, Ahmad Haj Hussein, Ahmad Afyouni, Zaid Mayta, Lemir Majed El Ayoubi, Pascale Salameh, Ramzi Moucharafieh, Mohamad Omar Honeine, Mohammad Badra
Journal: Journal of Clinical Medicine
Publication Year: 2025
DOI: 10.3390/jcm14051411
Indexing: Indexed in major citation databases
Conclusion
Dr. Ahmad Haj Hussein has an impressive research portfolio for a young medical professional, with multiple collaborations, publications, and community involvement. His research spans clinical trials, public health, and orthopedic studies, demonstrating strong academic potential.
To increase his chances for the Best Researcher Award, he could focus on:
Taking a leading role in more research projects.
Publishing more first-author articles in high-impact journals.
Securing independent research funding.
While his contributions are commendable, he may still need further experience as a primary investigator and additional high-impact publications to compete at the highest level for the award. However, he is a strong candidate for future research excellence awards.