Mohamad Wehbi

User ID #TBB-13142

Contact Information

Email: m.wehbi@unrwa.org Current Location: Lebanon

Phone: +9613882934 Nationality: Palestinian Territories
Whats App: +9613882934 Dob: 1980-08-04

Experience

Mar-2020 to Dec-2020
Medical Doctor: (NCD project ) & (COVID-19 Emergency Project)
Doctors without Borders-Belgium, Lebanon
March 2020- June 2020: Doctors without Borders: PHC Medical Doctor: South Beirut Project (Rotation in NCD
Clinics in Shatella & Bourj El Baragneh Camps) -Full Timer DETAILED ACCOUNTABILITIES • Apply medical
knowledge and skills to diagnose and prevention. Carry out outpatient and inpatient consultations, prescribing the
necessary treatment respecting MSF protocols. • Keep the patient and/or his/her family informed about the illness
and provide appropriate explanations about the treatment to follow, checking they have understood. • Follow up on
the evolution of the hospitalized/IDP patients, through daily visits, consultations, and examinations, prescribing the
necessary treatment following MSF protocols, deciding whether they can be discharged or transferred to other
departments – in collaboration with other doctors- and informing their family about the patient’s evolution. • Check
and control the rational distribution of medicines and equipment under his/her responsibility and take care of the
quality, disinfection, and sterilization of the medical material. Assure general compliance with standing hygiene
standards. • Participate in the collection and analysis of epidemiological data, checking its validity and informing the
line manager or project coordinator about any problem or complication of the patients’ illness, or medical error, and
monitor the proper functioning of the department, equipment, or material. • Ensure ongoing training of the medical
/paramedical multidisciplinary team to optimize the quality of care. • Knows and ensures all MSF medical protocols
are followed and implemented, checking universal precautions are followed at all times reducing bio-hazard risks
and improving infection control. Ensures professional confidentiality is respected. • Manage the team under his/her
direct responsibility according to MSF HR policies and procedures, supervising their performance, organizing and
scheduling shifts and rotations, directly participating in emergencies, and on calls if necessary. ADDITIONAL
ACCOUNTABILITIES • Daily consultations o Daily OPD consultations for all patients, including children below 18
years old suffering from non-communicable diseases, including type 1 diabetes. The objective is to provide quality
treatment and ensure the best, appropriate, medical care available in this context. • Patient-centred care, Provide
essential health information to the patients and their families to develop their self-management of their condition.
The objective is to aid patients in becoming more independent in their care. Assist in developing a patient-focused
environment in the centers. We aim to provide a welcoming, supportive, and informative service to our beneficiaries.
The service should encourage patient and caretakers/family members' involvement in clinic visits and decision-
making. By being patient-focused we aim to consider the patient’s individual needs and motivations, rather than just
the medical diagnosis. • Referral of cases. Based on clinical diagnoses identify patients in need of secondary health
care and ensure timely referral to the governmental health structures and other actors in the area, through proper
communication with the referral team. o Engage in the transfer process of eligible patients to other PHCs supported
by pre-identified NGOs. • Management of daily work o Ensure that patients' files are completed appropriately and
legibly, with good documentation of clinical findings, vital signs monitoring, investigations, referrals, and treatments.
o Ensure rational prescribing, utilizing the prescription guidelines and MSF protocols o Refer and liaise closely with
the multi-disciplinary team, (SW, PSEC, HP, psychologist), to address patient needs and participate actively in the

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MDT meetings. o Follow the MSF protocols, and guidelines, whilst also keeping up to date with other relevant
guidelines that might influence your management of patients. o Ensure accurate and timely data collection and
engage in audits and file analysis. • Communication o Ensure good communication with the line manager and team,
aiding in the effective management of the patients and a collaborative working environment. o Ensure prompt
recognition and involvement of line manager for patients with severe complications needing urgent management. o
Ensure patient confidentiality and respect for all patients. • Surveillance o Develop a good understanding of the
health needs of the population and promptly report any concerns and management suggestions to the line manager.
• Hygiene o Follow the universal precautions (asepsis and hygiene) and the waste management procedure (sharp
waste, contaminated waste). • Trainings/meetings o Actively engage in training and meetings conducted or
arranged by MSF. • Additional tasks o On request perform any other additional duties given by the immediate
supervisor to allow the organization to function optimally. June 2020- current:(Part-Timer) 1. Doctors without
Borders: PHC Medical Doctor: South Beirut Project (Rotation in NCD Clinics in Shatella & Bourj El Baragneh
Camps); backup: as mentioned above. 2. Doctors without Borders: COVID-19 Quarantine/Isolation Medical Doctor:
Sibline Training Center, Emergency Project; on-call duties, daily hours.

Jan-2016 to May-2016
Medical Doctor
Humedica International (German Foreign Office), Lebanon
Mobile Medical Unit (MMU): Medical Doctor. Serving approximately 40 informal tented settlements (ITS) in the
Bekaa valley, & supporting PCHs under the administration of Ministry of Public Health: MMU Management &
Supervises the work of other medical, nursing and Para-medical staff at the MMUs. Medical consultation for
common acute illnesses and dispensing acute medications in the informal tented settlements Provide diagnosis and
counseling to each patient and determining and take responsibility for follow up care needed. Treatment of
uncomplicated infectious diseases (diarrhea, dysentery, STI etc.). Potentials of communicable disease outbreaks.
Initial medical consultation and treatment for chronic diseases, referral to partner organization Medical Teams
International (MTI). Stabilization services of emergency health conditions and immediate referrals to nearest PHC
centers or hospitals after stabilization. Monitoring and reporting of medical activities (correctly fill in patient files,
forms, statistics, and reports). Follow-Up on selected individual patients in coordination with Country Coordinator,
Special Case Officer & Specialists. Health promotion, including on health services available in the PHC centers and
hospitals. Awareness and knowledge of referral options and pathways. Flexibility to support in other tasks related to
MMU services.

Jan-2013 to present
Medical Doctor (Pediatrics & Family Medicine)
Polyclinic Beirut-Matn, Lebanon
Jan 2013-Currently: Private Polyclinics, Beirut-Matn: Pediatrics & Family Medicine (Back up as medical doctor);
replacing traveling medical doctors in Family Clinics for 10 weeks per year: • Medical consultations for children who
have minor illnesses, acute and chronic health problems, and growth & development concerns. • Immunization
/vaccination (Children and adults) and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury in
infants and children. • Examine patients or order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests to obtain information on
medical conditions and determine diagnosis; explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments
with patients and parents or guardians; Monitor patient progress or responses to treatments; Prepare official health
documents or records. • Refer the patient to a medical specialist or other practitioners when necessary. • Provide
consulting services to other physicians &staff.

Jul-2011 to present
Medical Doctor Lecturer & Trainer of trainers (TOT)
The UNITED NATIONS (UNRWA), Lebanon
• Training of Trainers (TOT) of mhGAP at UNRWA (2017-2019) & TOT of Leadership courses for MDT at the Health
Department. • Training of Trainers (TOT) for Laboratory Technologists at UNRWA-Lebanon Field (2013-2017). •

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Clinical Microbiology Lecturer for Communicable Diseases -- Lebanon field Office (2014). •Family Medicine Tutor for
Family Medicine PGDip AUB & UK registered UNRWA Medical Doctors -- Lebanon field Office (Clinical Family
Medicine Tutor) and Lecture for all UNRWA five fields (2021-2022). • Invited as Technical Expert in Pilot Project in
Diabetes Campaign (UN) during 2014 -2015. • Nominated as a member of the joint inspection team to carry out an
inspection of the United Nations &other International NGOs for prudent use of antimicrobial drugs and Antibiotic
Resistance for Displaced Refugees in Lebanon (2013-2015).

Apr-2011 to present
Head Health Center (Senior Medical Officer)
United Nations Relief & Works Agency for Palestine Refugees, Lebanon
Medical Examination: 1. Operates general clinic & other special services, including maternal and child health,
control of non-communicable diseases, Mental Health services, Family planning services, School health services,
Oral health services & curative services including outpatient services, physical rehabilitation and other support
services such as laboratory and x-ray, within Supervising Family Health Teams, as well as for hospital referrals and
medical examination of Agency employed staff. 2. Performs medical examination of applicants for special hardship
assistance, newly recruited staff, periodic medical examination of existing staff and extension beyond retirement;
participates in medical boards and ratifies sick leaves for staff. Management of the Health Center: 1. Manages the
delivery of health services with special attention to quality and contents to refugees in the HC to ensure that the
overall achievement of the Health Program is improved to reach goals and standards as determined by the World
Health Organization and UNRWA. 2. Manages the Health Center, operational and administrative, including the
organization of services, personnel supervision, supply management & reporting (including Pharmacy and Lab
management). 3. Supervises the work of the other Medical Doctors, Dental Surgeons, Specialist medical doctors,
Nurses, Midwives, Clinical Psychologists, and Paramedical staff at the health center, and evaluates their
performance. 4. Supervises the community activities including school health and environmental sanitation in the
camps. 5. Supervises the Family Health Teams and Mental Health Teams. 6. Maintains relationships with local
community and local authorities. 7. Health project coordinator (for communicable, non-communicable diseases,
Micro Clinic International, GBV, & MHPSS). 8. Ensures availability of medicine and medical supplies in terms of
quantity, quality and validity; oversees ordering and receipt of these items; raises survey reports for items which are
not operational or expired and ensures the destruction process. 9. Participates in the development of health
activities, infrastructures, and systems to guarantee the quality, consistency, and efficiency of the health program in
the HC. 10. Assist in hospital services in the nearby Area on daily basis at the contracted hospitals, including
examining the appropriateness of the referrals in accordance with the admission criteria (emergency admissions, or
self-admitted during working hours of the UNRWA clinics); reviewing and advising in coordination with the AHMO
/AHO on the diagnosis, tests, treatment and the expected length of stay. 11. Participates in on-the-job and in-
service training of other staff in accordance with the approved plans, & provides advice & support to the AHO in staff
relief & replacement. 12. Directs the process of effective department performance, overseeing performance
management, training, and development of staff to ensure a high level of engagement and a motivated work
environment.

Feb-2011 to Feb-2016
University Lecturer (Associate Professor)
Lebanese International University, Lebanon
Teaching & Mentoring Experience Associate Professor • Lecturer & Course Coordinator at the Lebanese
International University-Faculty of Pharmacy, Art & Sciences, Medical Laboratory Technology, & Nutrition (2010-
Currently); Courses are given: Interpretation of Lab Data, Hematology, Hematology Lab, Medical Microbiology,
Pathophysiology, Basic Life Support, Clinical Case Conference, Accreditation, Quality Control, Serology, and Blood
Banking Participates in most LIU medical activity days, like Pharmacy days, Arts and Science Days (Posters &
Lectures)

Jan-2011 to present

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Clinical Pathologist and Blood Bank & Transfusion Medicine Specialist
Tatari Hospital / Dar Al-Chifae Hospital, Lebanon
Dar Al-Chifae Hospital ( Jan 2011-Jan 2013), Tatari Hospital (May 2013-Currently): Clinical Laboratory Medicine
(Clinical Pathologist) & Lab Manager: o Microbiology (Bacteriology & Antimicrobial susceptibility testing, Virology,
Parasitology, Body Fluids & Urinalysis) o Hematology, Coagulation, and Hemoglobinopathies. o Transfusion
Medicine & Blood Banking. o Serology and Immunology, Clinical Chemistry, Endocrinology and Tumor Markers. o
Quality control of Laboratory Department/Laboratory Management. o Heads and guides all technical staff of the
department and another Multidisciplinary laboratory team. o Assises in Hospital infection control. o Recording &
reporting of results, distribution of reports & collection of clinical samples. Maintaining stock register& record of
inventory. o Writing standard operating procedural Laboratory manual.

Dec-2010 to Jun-2011
Resident/Fellow Clinical Pathology
Beirut Governmental University Hospital (Rafik Hariri), Lebanon
Clinical Laboratory Medicine Residency & Transfusion Medicine Fellowship; & Floor Physician (General Practitioner)
Rotations in: • Microbiology (Bacteriology & Antibiogram, Molecular, Virology, Mycology, Parasitology, Body Fluids
&Urinalysis). • Quality control of drinking water: Water, Culture and mineral analysis under WHO cares. •
Hematology- Hematopathology (hematopoietic and lymphoid malignancies, including flow cytometry, Cytogenetics &
molecular diagnostics), Bone Marrow Aspirate examination, Coagulation (bleeding and thrombosis),&
Hemoglobinopathies. • Transfusion medicine, Blood Banking, and Therapeutic Aphaeresis. • Serology, Immunology
(including IFA &Immunoblot testing), Endocrinology & Tumor Markers. • Clinical Chemistry (including
Electrophoresis, Drug Monitoring & Toxicology), 24hr routine Clinical Chemistry testing. • Quality control of
Laboratory Department, Laboratory Management. • Assist in ICU/CCU Infection Control, & participated in studies for
antibiotic resistance in Neutropenic ICU patients. • Chief resident for 2 years, supervising about 50 Lab technicians,
6 phlebotomists, & other junior/senior Lab residents. • Participation in undergoing research in the Lab department. •
Laboratory Manuals preparations according to international accreditation. • Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)
Training Program • Molecular Diagnostics, Lab Medicine Service • Preparation of practical’s for both undergraduates
& postgraduate students for Lab technologists of Lebanese university. • Night Duties in Therapeutic Aphaeresis,
Bone Marrow aspirates, &Critical Microbiology infections. • Thesis Title: Lebanese National Blood Bank Registry at
the central governmental university hospital (BGUH) in collaboration with ESF and AABB. Floor Physician (General
Practitioner): Night Duties.

Dec-2010 to Jun-2011
Floor Physician (General Practitioner)
Beirut Governmental University Hospital (Rafik Hariri), Lebanon
Floor Physician (General Practitioner): Night Duties.

Jul-2010 to Dec-2010
Medical Doctor
Palestine Red Crescent Society(Haifa Hospital), Lebanon
General Practitioner at Haifa Hospital (Palestine Red Crescent Society, Lebanon Branch): Working as General
Practitioner in all Hospital Departments: General surgery, Internal medicine, Intensive Care Unit, Pediatrics, & ER
departments.

Jul-2006 to Jun-2014
University Lecturer
Beirut Arab University , Lebanon
• Lecturer at Beirut Arab University Academic Affiliated Hospitals for laboratory Medicine Residents, Medical
Students, and technicians, in BGUH: weekly Conferences, Intersectional Talks, and Journal Club (2008-2014). •
Lecturer at School of Nursing-Sahel General Hospital, for Ophthalmology topics and Optics, Anatomy & Physiology

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during my Ophthalmology residency (2006-2007). Presented many lectures in Ophthalmology in several medical
institutions for medical students.

Jul-2006 to Jun-2007
Medical Doctor (Resident Ophthalmology-General Surgery)
Sahel General Hospital , Lebanon
Ophthalmology Resident medical doctor & Night duties in General Surgery.

Jul-2005 to Jun-2006
Medical Doctor (Rotating Intern)
Beirut Arab University Affiliated Hospitals, Lebanon
Rotating Intern in BAU affiliated hospitals (General Practitioner): Hammoud University Hospital. Makased University
Hospital. Dar Al Ajaza Hospital (Psychiatry). Sahel General Hospital.

Education

Masters Medicine : Postgraduate Diploma in Family Medicine Specialty University of Plymouth/ Rila Institute of
Health Sciences, 2020
Masters Medicine : Postgraduate Diploma in Family Medicine Specialty American University of Beirut, 2017
Masters Medicine : Mental Health Diploma World Health Organization & UNRWA (UNITED NATIONS), 2016
Masters Medicine : Fellowship in Blood Bank & Transfusion Medicine Beirut Arab University/ Ministry of Public
Health-Lebanon, 2011
Masters Medicine : Clinical Pathology (Clinical Laboratory Medicine Specialty) Beirut Arab University, 2010
Masters Medicine : Postgraduate Diploma in Ophthalmology Specialty Beirut Arab University, 2007
Bachelor Medicine : MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery)= Medical Doctor Beirut Arab
University, 2005
Bachelor Medicine : MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine , Bachelor of Surgery)= Medical Doctor Alexandria
University, 2005

Certification

MHPSS and mhGAP Intensive Courses - UNITED NATIONS-WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION

Oct-2018
Professional Development Program (Leadership & Management) - Leadership & Management Academy/HBDITM
Feb-2018
First Aid Trainings - Lebanese Red Cross
May-2017
Gender Based Violence workshops - UNRWA-ABAAD
May-2017
Infectious Diseases & Public Health in MENA region course - ESA
Mar-2017
Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI) course - UNRWA_WHO
Mar-2017
ATLS course (Advanced Trauma Life Support) - American College of Surgeons-Chicago, IL
Sep-2016
Diabetology Course - Lebanese University-WHO

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Jun-2016
Leadership (Mentoring & Coaching) - UNRWA
Nov-2015
TB course - IOM(International Organization for Migration)
Jun-2015
Family Planning course - UNDP-UNDFPA
Jun-2014
Advances in Health Care Management course - The American University of Beirut
Nov-2011
The Lebanese Colloquium for MBBS - Ministry of Public Health-Lebanon
Jul-2006

Languages

English
Arabic
French

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