Lorenzo Chidiac, Hady Yazbeck, Rami Mahfouz, Nathalie K. Zgheib
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Abstract
Pharmacogenomics (PGx) research and applications are of utmost relevance in Lebanon considering its population genetic diversity. Moreover, as a country with regional leadership in medicine and higher education, Lebanon holds a strong potential in contributing to PGx research and clinical implementation. In this manuscript, we first review and evaluate the available PGx research conducted in Lebanon, then describe the current status of PGx practice in Lebanon while reflecting on the local and regional challenges, and highlighting areas for action, and opportunities to move forward. We specifically expand on the status of PGx at the American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine and Medical Center as a case study and guide for the further development of local and regional comprehensive PGx research, teaching, and clinical implementation programs. We also delve into the status of PGx knowledge and education, and prospects for further advancement such as with online courses and certificates.
期刊介绍:
The Pharmacogenomics Journal is a print and electronic journal, which is dedicated to the rapid publication of original research on pharmacogenomics and its clinical applications.
Key areas of coverage include:
Personalized medicine
Effects of genetic variability on drug toxicity and efficacy
Identification and functional characterization of polymorphisms relevant to drug action
Pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic variations and drug efficacy
Integration of new developments in the genome project and proteomics into clinical medicine, pharmacology, and therapeutics
Clinical applications of genomic science
Identification of novel genomic targets for drug development
Potential benefits of pharmacogenomics.