June 5, 2026
Maria Hafez, Assistant Professor at St. Luke’s University Health Network, represented SAMS at ASCO2026, presenting work on delivering oncology care in conflict-affected Syria.
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Arab news: What awaits Syrians returning to a health system still broken by war
As millions of Syrians return home, many face a healthcare system still struggling to recover from years of conflict. SAMS is helping meet growing needs by rehabilitating health facilities, providing essential medicines, supporting healthcare workers, and expanding access to care in areas experiencing large-scale returns. Read Full Article.
Emergency Response: Flooding in Eastern Syria
Severe flooding along the Euphrates River has devastated communities across eastern Syria, impacting more than 3,000 families and damaging homes, infrastructure, and essential services. Families in Deir Ezzor and surrounding areas have seen floodwaters surge through their neighborhoods, destroying homes and forcing many to seek urgent assistance. With healthcare access...
Geiselmed Dartmouth: Bearing Witness and Building Capacity: Reflections from Orthopedic Care in Jordan and the Zaatari Refugee Camp
Dartmouth medical student Fayez Ghazi shares how his time working alongside SAMS in Jordan and the Zaatari Refugee Camp transformed his understanding of humanitarian medicine. Through providing orthopedic care to Syrian refugees facing years of unmet medical needs, he witnessed firsthand SAMS’ commitment to expanding access to specialized care and advocating...
