American Lebanese Profile-  Bassam A. Bassam, MD

Born in Lebanon, received MD 1973  and moved to USA 1976. He is currently a resident of Mobile, Alabama since 1985.
Position:
Professor of Neurology, Director of Neuromuscular Program
University of South Alabama- Mobile, Alabama

Dr. Bassam completed his training in Neurology at Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan Fellowship training in Neuromuscular Disease and Electromyography at Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan and Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota. Board Certified American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology & American Board of Neuromuscular Disease and Electro-diagnostic Medicine

Scholastic and Academic Achievements:
   * Academic interest in peripheral nerve and muscle diseases, neuropathic pain and clinical Electromyography.
   * Published several book chapters, articles and abstracts in peer reviewed journals.
   * Several research grants, and trials in treatment of neuropathy and muscle diseases.
   * Numerous national and international presentations and workshops faculty at national professional 
     meetings of various professional organizations.
   * Active member or fellow of various national professional organizations, and served as a member
     or chairperson on various national professional committees, and Board Examiner in the field of
     Neuromuscular diseases.
   * Received several professional awards and recognition.
   * Recently featured on Min-Loubnan TV program at the LBC.

Dr. Bassam is very acting in American-Lebanese activities including the American Lebanese Medical Association, and he is the Vice President of the Lebanese American Club of Mobile, AL and Alabama State Vice President of the Southern Federation.