Dr. Hana Ajouz recently joined Lifespan Corp.’s Thoracic Surgery Center. She is board-certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery and board-eligible in thoracic surgery.
Ajouz completed her medical training at New York University’s Long Island School of Medicine and then went through specialized training in cardiothoracic surgery at the University of Miami. She spoke with Providence Business News about her new role.
PBN: What made you want to join Lifespan?
AJOUZ: I wanted to join Lifespan because their vision of providing the best care in the most compassionate form closely aligns with my own. I am driven by a commitment to excellence in patient care, and Lifespan's values resonate with that commitment.
PBN: What are your goals for your new role?
AJOUZ: In my new role, my primary goals are to contribute to advancing the quality of thoracic surgery, fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring that patients receive the best possible care. I also aim to stay at the forefront of surgical innovations and integrate the latest advancements into our practice.
PBN: You mentioned looking forward to collaborating with Dr. Abbas Al-Sayed Abbas. What do you hope to work on with him?
AJOUZ: Dr. Abbas envisions thoracic surgery at Lifespan becoming one of the best in the country, and I fully believe in that vision. I’m excited to work alongside him to achieve this goal. With the leadership and resources available, I’m confident we can elevate our practice to new heights.
PBN: How did you become interested in thoracic surgery?
AJOUZ: I became interested in thoracic surgery because of the fascinating anatomy of the lungs. The intricate way the arteries, veins and bronchus intertwine in a three-dimensional space is captivating to me. I wanted to channel my passion for this complex anatomy into helping others when they need lung surgery.
PBN: What recent trends have you noticed in techniques used for thoracic surgeries?
AJOUZ: I’m particularly excited about the trend toward minimally invasive techniques, especially robotic surgery. This approach has revolutionized thoracic surgery, allowing us to perform delicate and precise dissection through very small incisions. As a result, patients experience better outcomes, less pain and significantly shorter recovery times.
Katie Castellani is a PBN staff writer. You may contact her at Castellani@PBN.com.
