uniting Hope, Health, and Humanitarianism
Providing medical training opportunities to our members, supporting dignified medical care to patients in need, and creating activities to promote and foster community spirit.
Join 1,500+ Members Worldwide Advancing Humanitarian Medicine Together.
Midwest Chapter
President: Abdulgany Hamadeh, MD
Email: samsmidwest@sams-usa.net
Indiana Chapter
President: Wael Bakdash, MD
Email: wailbakdash@hotmail.com
Michigan Chapter
President: Fuad Azrak, MD
Email: samsmich@sams-usa.net
Florida Chapter
President: Waddah Allaf, MD
Email: samsflorida@sams-usa.net
Michigan Chapter
President: Fuad Azrak, MD
Email: samsmich@sams-usa.net
District of Columbia Chapter
President: Hisham Naji, MD
Email: districtofcolumbia@sams-usa.net
Pacific Northwest Chapter
President: Hisham Bismar, MD
Email: samspnw@sams-usa.net
Missouri Chapter
President: Mohamad Al-Hosni, MD
Email: Missouri@sams-usa.net
Minnesota Chapter
President: Nick Zeimet
Email: nzeimet@sams-usa.net
Texas Chapter
President: Fares Albitar, MD
Email: samstexas@sams-usa.net
California Chapter
President: Kay Chamaa, MD
Email: samscalifornia@sams-usa.net
Oklahoma Chapter
President: Amer Nouh, MD
Email: amernouh@yahoo.com
Arizona Chapter
President: Kamal Fakiani, MD
Email: samsarizona@sams-usa.net
West Virginia Chapter
President: Mohamad Badawi, MD
Email: samswv@sams-usa.net
Ohio Chapter
President: Hazem Nouraldin, MD
Email: ohio@sams-usa.net
Tri-State Chapter (NY, NJ, CT)
President: Fares Samra, MD
Email: fsamra@sams-usa.net
Wisconsin Chapter
President: Waleed S. Najeeb, MD
Email: samswi@sams-usa.ne
New England Chapter
President: Abdulfatah Elshaar, MD
Email: samsne@sams-usa.net
Become A Member Of
SAMS Society
Join SAMS Society as a doctor, student, or volunteer and be part of a community committed to humanitarian care and professional growth. Your membership supports lifesaving efforts and connects you with meaningful opportunities.
Membership Benefits:
Medical
Missions
Volunteer to utilize your medical knowledge and gain practical experience by treating people in underserved communities.
Mentorship & Career Support
Access exclusive mentorship from experts on residency through observership programs and workshops for career development and professional growth.
Professional Development
Unlock a new level of professional development and knowledge by attending national/international conferences and earning CME credits at a discounted rate.
ABOUT US
For 25 Years
SAMS has been mobilizing healthcare through compassion and dedication in Syria and beyond. The Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS) is a leading non-profit, non-political, medical, educational, and humanitarian organization that represents thousands of healthcare professionals across the United States and beyond.
SAMS is driven by its passion to serve humanity and bring hope and healing to those who need it.
Our Work
Our Mission in Action
Education
SAMS Education Committee offers collaborative educational and training programs to equip the medical practitioners in Syria and beyond with the latest tools and healthcare methodologies.
Research
SAMS sponsors the Avicenna Journal of Medicine to promote medical research and support academic medical professionals.
Assembly
SAMS’s dedicated assembly form volunteer teams of healthcare professionals to offer comprehensive care, including primary, secondary and tertiary care and rehabilitation services.
Committies
Global Committies Aid Assistance
SAMS Society’s Global Committees coordinate to offer aid and medical relief in disaster-struck areas or any other emergency. The committee mobilizes medical supplies and provides on-ground medical support in conflict zones with weak or no medical infrastructure.
Bylaws Committee
The Bylaws Committee ensures that all governing documents of SAMS are up-to-date, transparent, and aligned with the mission. The committee is responsible for reviewing and updating the amendments to ensure accountability of all leaders.
Membership Committee
The membership committee works on recruiting, engaging, and retaining members to build a community of healthcare professionals committed to fulfilling the SAMS’ mission.
Scholarship & Education Committee
The Education and Scholarship Committee works to develop modules and specific courses for the education of Syrian American students and medical professionals. It also offers scholarships to deserving students to help them with their residency.
Advocacy Committee
The advocacy committee works to raise the voices of Syrian workers and healthcare professionals affected by the conflict. The committee raises awareness and influences the policy through strategic engagement with media and health forums.
Conference
SAMS 13th National Conference
SAMS 6th National Symposium
SAMS 20th International Conference
SAMS 13th National Conference
Join us for an extraordinary journey into the future of medicine at our highly anticipated 13th National Conference, themed “New Horizons in Medicine.” Held at
SAMS 23rd International Conference
The event will explore how science can be harnessed to strengthen food safety systems, with a focus.
SAMS 9th National Symposium
We are excited to invite you to SAMS’ 9th National Symposium. Taking place February 14-16, 2026, at the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention
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Our Chapters
SAMS AMS is proud to have a strong grassroots network of 17 active chapters across the United States with nearly 1,400 members to serve communities in need.
Our Impact at a Glance
Together, we heal, we empower, and we build hope.
3.6 million
medical services delivered.
1500
active medical workers at SAMS
63
SAMS facilities worldwide
30hours
CME delivered in 2022.
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