Cardiothoracic & Cardiac Surgery — North Lebanon

Dr. Karam Karam

Founder and Head of Cardiothoracic Surgery Division at Saydet Zgharta University Medical Center, treating the most complex conditions of the heart and lungs — from advanced cardiac surgery and ECMO to minimally invasive thoracic procedures — across North Lebanon since 2013.

5,000+Operations logged
2,000+Open-heart cases
13 yrsIn practice since 2013
Dr. Karam Karam, Cardiothoracic Surgeon

About the doctor

About Dr. Karam Karam

After graduating from the American University of Beirut and the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio, USA, Dr. Karam began his practice in Lebanon in 2013. His logbook today counts more than 5,000 operations — spanning the most complex cardiac procedures, including heart transplant, ECMO, complex cardiac cases and minimally invasive surgery, alongside advanced technologies such as Barostim implantation and Perceval surgery — to leading-edge minimally invasive thoracic surgery, including VATS, sleeve lobectomy, pulmonary embolus surgery and artificial lung transplant, across multiple hospitals in North Lebanon.

Advanced adult cardiac surgery Complex thoracic surgery ECMO Minimally invasive thoracic surgery Transplant surgery

Education & qualifications

2010
General Cardiothoracic Surgery
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, USA
2007
General Surgery
American University of Beirut, Lebanon
2001
Medical Doctor
American University in St Martin, St Martin

Experience

2013 – Present
Thoracic surgeon, North Lebanon
Headed the Thoracic Surgery Service at leading hospitals across North Lebanon, including Haykal Hospital, Islamic Hospital, Batroun Hospital, Al-Koura Hospital, and Dar Al Shifa Hospital.
2013 – Present
Head of Division & Founder, Cardiothoracic Surgery
Founded the Cardiac Surgery Division at Saydet Zgharta University Medical Center, with more than 600 open-heart surgeries performed to date and a high success rate.
2013 – Present
Leading Cardiac Surgeon, Notre Dame des Secours University Hospital (NDS CHU)
Providing advanced cardiac surgical care at NDS CHU, complementing the cardiac services offered in North Lebanon.
2018
First open-heart surgery at Saydet Zgharta University Medical Center
Led a successful coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), a milestone for cardiac care in North Lebanon.

Medical services

Services offered

From complex open-heart procedures to minimally invasive thoracic surgery, care is tailored to each patient's condition and recovery goals.

Advanced Cardiac Surgery

Complex adult cardiac procedures, including heart transplant and Perceval valve surgery.

ECMO Support

Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation for critical cardiac and respiratory failure.

Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery

VATS, sleeve lobectomy and pulmonary embolus surgery, with smaller incisions and faster recovery.

Heart & Lung Transplant

Advanced transplant surgery for end-stage cardiac and pulmonary disease, including artificial lung transplant.

Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery

Smaller incisions and less trauma to the chest, for a quicker return to daily life.

Barostim & Device Implantation

Advanced technology implementation, including Barostim implantation for select cardiac conditions.

Media & achievements

Featured videos

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Accepted insurance

Insurance & payment

The clinic works with major private insurers, corporate agreements and NSSF, alongside self-pay options.

AXA Middle East
MEDGULF
Bankers Assurance
GlobeMed
LIA Insurance
NSSF
Corporate agreements
Army (Military Health Care)
Self-pay

Clinic & emergency

Contacts information

Get in touch

AddressAakbe, Zgharta, North Lebanon
Outpatient hoursMonday - Friday · 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Primary clinicsAakbe, Zgharta & Saydet Zgharta University Medical Center
Dr. Karam also operates at partner hospitals across North Lebanon by referral.

⚠ Cardiac emergency?

Chest pain, severe shortness of breath, fainting or sudden weakness are medical emergencies. Do not wait for a scheduled appointment or a callback.

If symptoms are severe, call an ambulance or go straight to the nearest emergency room.