The Syrian Brit

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About me

Gender Male
Industry Education
Occupation Physician
Location Lancashire, United Kingdom
Introduction I am a fifty-something Syrian-born physician, living in the North of England since the mid-eighties. I was born and brought up in the beautiful city of Damascus, and studied in its University. I worked in Lebanon for three years, until, due to reasons beyond my control, Israel decided to invade Lebanon. I now work in a large Teaching Hospital, and I am heavily involved in medical education, trauma and resuscitation training, and similar activities. Outside work, I enjoy sports, reading, and various family-oriented activities.. I have three delightful children. Although some might argue differently, I maintain that they have inherited their intellect from me. However, I am delighted to say they have not inherited my looks.
Interests Keep-fit, swimming, 'current affairs', Middle-Eastern politics/affairs
Favorite Movies The Lord of the Ring Trilogy, Kill Billy
Favorite Music Norah Jones, Eva Cassidy, Feiruz, Sabah Fakhry, Nathem Al-Ghazali (but not necessarily in that order)
Favorite Books 'Pity the Nation' by Robert Fisk, 'To the Ends of the Earth - The hunt for the Jackal' by David Yallop