Rebuilding Syria’s Healthcare System with Dr. Aref Rifai of SAMS
Podcast:Becker’s Healthcare Podcast Published On: Wed Mar 04 2026 Description: In this episode, Dr. Aref Rifai, ophthalmologist and President of the Syrian American Medical Society, shares how the organization has expanded care across all 13 Syrian provinces following liberation. He discusses scaling hospitals and centers of excellence, launching a new radiation oncology center, strengthening medical education, and partnering with U.S. health systems to rebuild infrastructure and elevate quality of care.