We mentor the next generation of diverse clinicians and scientists committed to improving healthcare
Postdoctoral & Surgical Fellows
Dr. Souha Farhat holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Doctor of Medicine degree from the American University of Beirut. As an aspiring surgeon-scientist, she has multiple peer-reviewed publications and has presented her research at numerous national and international conferences. Her research interests include reconstructive surgery and health inequalities. Dr. Farhat’s passion for culture and engagement is demonstrated through her founding and serving as the inaugural Chair of the Houston Methodist Arab Heritage Employee Resource Group and her contributions to the National Postdoctoral Association’s Pilot Postdoc Council. Currently, Dr. Farhat is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow with the Patient Engagement Research Lab, focusing on health inequalities in transplant surgery. She aims to make significant contributions to this crucial field by addressing health disparities and ensuring equitable, high-quality care for all patients.
Visiting Clinical Scholars
Research Interns
Jessica Hao is a senior at Rice University studying Business, Biochemistry, and Medical Humanities on the pre-dental track. She is passionate about providing inclusive and compassionate care and is interested in how people’s backgrounds and experiences shape the way they interact with the health system. Jessica hopes to combine insights from her different areas of study to better support patients, expand access to healthcare in underserved communities, and promote health education. As a student intern in the lab, she looks forward to further developing her skills in digital marketing to connect with others and make a meaningful impact through community outreach and education.