Dr. Kassem Shmaissany Precision in Practice: The Visionary Surgeon Transforming Cancer Care from Lebanon to the World
With Expertise Honed in Milan and New York, Dr. Kassem Shmaissany Is Leading the Next Era of Surgical Oncology and Reconstructive Innovation in the Middle East
In the realm of modern medicine, where precision and empathy must walk hand in hand, Dr. Kassem Shmaissany has become a name synonymous with excellence. A highly respected surgical oncologist born in Tyre, Lebanon, his journey from academic distinction to international recognition is a testament to relentless dedication, technical brilliance, and a deeply human approach to healing.
Graduating with honors in Medicine and Surgery in 2007 from Beirut, Dr. Shmaissany quickly rose through the ranks of surgical specialization. By 2013, he had completed his residency in general surgery in Lebanon, paving the way for what would become an extraordinary global chapter in his medical evolution.
His pursuit of advanced cancer treatment techniques led him to two of the world’s most prestigious institutions: the European Institute of Oncology in Milan and the legendary Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York. There, he trained under world-leading experts in surgical oncology, mastering complex procedures that blend science, precision, and innovation.
Returning to Lebanon in 2016, Dr. Shmaissany brought global knowledge home—and began reshaping cancer care at the Hammoud Hospital University Medical Center, where he has since built a career marked by surgical excellence and patient trust.
Today, his practice spans the most advanced frontiers of surgery. From laparoscopic and robotic interventions to integrated abdominopelvic procedures, he is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. In addition, Dr. Shmaissany is a pioneering figure in oncoplastic breast surgery and reconstructive techniques, offering patients not just survival—but restoration, dignity, and aesthetic recovery.
What makes his work especially vital is its setting. In a region facing medical challenges and limited access to global resources, Dr. Shmaissany is a beacon of modern, compassionate care. His operating room is not just a place of procedure—it is a space of hope, precision, and transformation.
At a time when medicine demands not only skill but vision, Dr. Kassem Shmaissany is leading with both. His legacy is being written not only in scientific journals but in the lives of every patient who walks out of his operating room stronger, whole, and renewed.
Follow his ongoing work and vision on Instagram: @qasemshmaisany
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