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Jun 2025
29m 32s

Episode 123: Advancing Healthcare Qualit...

KHALIL DIAB
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In this insightful episode, we sit down with Maysaa Jaafar, President of the Lebanese Society for Quality and Safety in Healthcare (LSQSH), to explore the remarkable journey of the society since its inception.

Maysaa shares the story behind the establishment of LSQSH, shedding light on the visionaries and healthcare professionals who came together with a shared commitment to improve healthcare standards in Lebanon. We delve into the mission and core objectives of the society, which center on promoting excellence in healthcare quality, patient safety, and clinical best practices across the country.

Throughout the conversation, Maysaa highlights the key milestones and achievements LSQSH has reached to date, including successful initiatives, training programs, and awareness campaigns. She also offers candid reflections on the challenges the society has faced—ranging from limited resources to navigating complex healthcare dynamics in a time of national crisis.

We discuss the importance of collaborations and partnerships, both locally and internationally, that have played a pivotal role in amplifying the society's impact. Looking ahead, Maysaa outlines LSQSH’s strategic plans for the future, emphasizing innovation, capacity building, and broader community engagement to sustain and scale their mission.

This episode is a must-listen for healthcare professionals, policymakers, and anyone passionate about improving healthcare systems through quality and safety frameworks.

🔗 Listen now to learn how the LSQSH is shaping the future of healthcare in Lebanon—one quality initiative at a time.

 

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