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Mass Casualties in Lebanon: "We Urgently Need Orthopaedic Supplies"

August 05, 2020 OrthoEvidence Season 2 Episode 97
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Mass Casualties in Lebanon: "We Urgently Need Orthopaedic Supplies"
Show Notes

Dr. Faidi Zein El Albine (Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Najjar Hospital in Beirut, Lebanon) shared insights about the tragic explosion and subsequent healthcare crisis in the past 24 hours. With thousands injured, and hundreds seeking orthopaedic healthcare by the hour, he warned of the immediate, 2nd and 3rd waves of orthopaedic care including emergent wound and fracture care, semi-elective and definitive care, and rehabilitation (prosthetics) care, respectively. We wanted to rapidly disseminate information with the aim of connecting those in our community who may be able to respond to call for action.