Specialist in Endocrine, Digestive & Advanced Minimally Invasive Surgery
Dr. Joseph Gharios is a French-Lebanese general surgeon specializing in endocrine, digestive, bariatric, and minimally invasive surgery. He practices as a consultant surgeon at Hôtel-Dieu de France Hospital in Beirut, an academic center affiliated with Saint Joseph University.
He is widely recognized as a thyroid and parathyroid specialist, with experience in more than 2,000 thyroid and parathyroid surgeries, including over 300 thyroidectomies and parathyroidectomies annually. His focused, high-volume practice reflects advanced technical expertise and consistent surgical outcomes.
His clinical work centers on the management of thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal, digestive, hernia, and metabolic conditions, with emphasis on precise diagnosis, evidence-based surgical indications, and durable long-term results.
Evidence-Based
Decisions. Safety-Centered Surgery.
Surgery is recommended only when clearly justified by thorough clinical evaluation and scientific evidence.
Each treatment plan is developed individually based on:
- Medical history and risk factors
- Imaging and laboratory findings
- Functional preservation priorities
- Long-term outcome expectations
High surgical volume, particularly in thyroid and parathyroid procedures, allows for refined operative technique and optimized safety outcomes. Whenever appropriate, minimally invasive and robotic approaches are used to reduce surgical trauma and improve recovery.
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International Academic and Surgical Background
Dr. Gharios completed his medical education and surgical specialization through the Saint Joseph University (USJ) in Beirut, followed by advanced training in France,
His qualifications include:- Diploma in General Surgery — Saint Joseph University (USJ), Beirut
- Diploma in Digestive Surgery — Sorbonne University, Paris
- Diploma in Endocrine Surgery — Sorbonne University, Paris
- Diploma in Bariatric Surgery — University of Nice, France
- Diploma in Robotic Surgery — IRCAD, Strasbourg
- Certification in Laparoscopic Surgery — Medtronic Academy
He also completed multiple fellowships in endocrine, colorectal, digestive, and bariatric surgery across leading French university hospitals.
Professional & Academic Engagement
Dr. Gharios is regularly invited as a speaker at national and international congresses and participates in expert surgical meetings.
He holds active roles within international surgical societies, including:
International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
European Society of Endocrine Surgeons (ESES)
Association Française de Chirurgie Endocrinienne (AFCE)
Through these affiliations, he contributes to advancing surgical collaboration, education, and professional exchange across the MENAC region and Europe.
Teaching & Academic Role
Dr. Gharios is actively involved in surgical education within the Saint Joseph University network. He:
- Teaches surgical residents
- Delivers lectures and clinical seminars
- Contributes to professional training programs
- Publishes educational surgical content
His academic engagement ensures continued alignment with evolving surgical standards and innovation.
Hospital Affiliations
Dr. Gharios practices at Hôtel-Dieu de France Hospital, an academic institution affiliated with Saint Joseph University. This hospital provides:
- Advanced operating room technology
- Multidisciplinary specialist collaboration
- Comprehensive peri-operative care
- Specialized imaging and diagnostic services
This setting supports coordinated, evidence-based treatment planning for complex surgical cases.
