Beirut, Lebanon – October 2026: LAU Medical Center–Saint John’s Hospital hosted Pharmacy Day 2026 in October, bringing together healthcare professionals and academics, for a day dedicated to scientific exchange, professional development, and exploring the evolving role of pharmacists in healthcare.
The event took place in the presence of Dr. Sally Al-Rabbaa, CEO at LAU Medical Center–Saint John’s Hospital; Dr. Elio Hanna, Pharmacy Supervisor ; Dr. Wadih Ghaname, Chief Medical Officer ; Dr. Naser Al Sharif, Professor and Dean of the LAU School of Pharmacy and Dr. Abderahman Merkbawi, President of the Order of Pharmacists of Lebanon ; Mr. Christian Bejjani, Group COO for Health Services ; Mr. Saad El Zein, Head of Marketing & Communications for Health Services, alongside healthcare professionals, physicians, pharmacists, nurses and students.
Under the theme “Empowering Pharmacists For Healthier Futures”, the scientific program explored a range of emerging and relevant topics, including the impact of pharmacists on patient care from different perspectives, artificial intelligence in medication management, antimicrobial stewardship, pharmacotherapy and GLP-1-based therapies, updated terminology around PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) and PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome), and self-awareness and adaptability.
The conference further reinforced the value of collaboration between the LAU School of Pharmacy and LAU Medical Center–Saint John’s Hospital, providing a platform where academic expertise and clinical experience could come together around current developments in pharmacy and healthcare.
Dr. Sally Al-Rabbaa affirmed “Pharmacy Day is an opportunity to recognize and empower pharmacists as an essential part of a healthier future. Pharmacists are always there to answer questions, address patients’ needs, and provide guidance throughout their healthcare journey. As an integral part of the medicine family, they play a vital role in helping alleviate pain, improve health outcomes, and contribute to the wellbeing of our communities.”
Through Pharmacy Day 2026, the medical center reaffirmed its commitment to fostering knowledge-sharing and professional development while supporting the continued evolution of pharmacy practice and its contribution to multidisciplinary compassionate patient care.
About LAU Medical Center–Saint John’s Hospital
LAU Medical Center–Saint John’s Hospital is an academic medical center in Jounieh providing compassionate care to every patient for a better life. It expands access to excellent medical care in Keserwan through high-end facilities, state-of-the-art equipment, and skilled healthcare professionals while supporting high-quality teaching, research, and innovation.
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