March 22, 2026

On the joyous occasion of Eid al-Fitr, I extend my warmest wishes to all members, partners, and supporters of the Syrian American Medical Society around the world.

Eid is a time of gratitude, compassion, and renewed hope—a moment that reminds us of the values that unite us: service to others, solidarity with those in need, and a shared commitment to healing and humanity.

On behalf of SAMS, I would like to express my deepest appreciation to our entire community—our dedicated members, our committed staff here , and most especially our teams on the ground in Syria. Your resilience, sacrifice, and unwavering devotion are the foundation of everything we do. Without your courage and daily efforts under challenging circumstances, our mission would simply not be possible.

May this blessed Eid bring peace to your homes, joy to your families, and renewed strength as we continue, together, to serve and to heal.

Eid Mubarak to you and your loved ones.

With gratitude and hope,

Dr. Aref Refai

President, Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS)