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Hasan Samra

Assistant Professor

Hasan Samra

Assistant Professor

Academic Appointment(s)

Medical College of Georgia
Department of Pathology: Clinical Pathology

Bio

Dr. Hasan Samra is the Director of Clinical Microbiology at Wellstar MCG Health and Associate Program Director for the Pathology Residency Program at Augusta University.

  • HSAMRA@augusta.edu
  • (762) 375-6003
  • (706) 721-2358
  • BA 1668

Education

  • MD, Medicine Syrian Private University, 2014

Certifications

  • PHY GA Professional Licensing BRD, 2021

Courses Taught Most Recent Academic Year

  • PATH 5009

    Clinical Pathology Extn.

Teaching Interests

Dr. Samra's teaching interests are focused on medical education at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University. He serves as the Director of the MCG Clinical Pathology Elective rotation , a Lecturer in the Infectious Disease Epidemiology course , and a Case Based Learning (CBL) Educator. His commitment to trainee education is also reflected in his role as the Associate Program Director for the Pathology Residency Program

Scholarship

Selected Recent Publications

  • A Case of isolated Pulmonary Mucormycosis in a patient with Uncontrolled Diabetes Mellitus, 2023
    Abstract
  • A Rare Case of Fusobaboterium necrophprum Presenting as Necrotizing Pneumonia, 2023
    Abstract
  • Naegleria Fowleri: A Case Report, 2023
    Abstract
  • Primary zSpntaneous Listerial Peritonitis, 2023
    Journal Article, Professional Journal
  • Cat Scratch Diseas: An unusual Case of Right Inguinal Lymphadenitis Due to Bartonella henselae, 2023
    Journal Article, Professional Journal

Research Interests

Dr. Samra's primary clinical interest is Clinical Microbiology , with a strong focus on antimicrobial stewardship and infection prevention and control. His research aligns with these areas, concentrating on the diagnostics of infectious diseases. This includes investigating antimicrobial resistance (AMR) , the use of metagenomic next-generation sequencing , and the evaluation of screening methods for pathogens like C. difficile