Mohamad Bitar MD

Mohamad Bitar, MD

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Pulmonology
701.780.5000

Locations

Altru Hospital

1200 S. Columbia Rd.
Grand Forks, ND, 58201

About Me

Mohamad Bitar, MD, serves as a physician specializing in pulmonary critical care at Altru Health System. His motivation stems from a profound aspiration to assist individuals and create a favorable influence on their well-being. Beyond his professional commitments, he takes pleasure in engaging in activities such as reading, CrossFit, soccer, cycling and running.

Philosophy of Medicine

"As an altruistic healthcare provider, my utmost priority is to put my patients first in every aspect of their care. I want my patients to know that their well-being, comfort, and safety are at the core of my practice. I am deeply committed to listening to their concerns, understanding their unique needs, and tailoring personalized treatment plans that prioritize their best interests. I believe in fostering a compassionate and supportive environment where patients feel valued, respected, and empowered to actively participate in their own healthcare decisions. I am dedicated to providing comprehensive and evidence-based care, and I continually strive to expand my knowledge and skills to ensure the highest quality of treatment. Every patient deserves to be treated with dignity and receive the utmost attention, and I am wholeheartedly dedicated to upholding these principles. Together, we can work towards achieving optimal health outcomes and improving the quality of life for each individual I have the privilege to serve."

Languages
English, Arabic
Professional Memberships
  • American Thoracic Society (ATS)
  • American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST)
  • Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM)

Credentials

Education
Medical School

Doctor of Medicine 
Misr University for Science and Technology College of Medicine
 

Residency

Internal Medicine Residency 
American University of Beirut Medical Center
 

Internal Medicine Residency 
Good Samaritan Hospital
 

Fellowship

Pulmonary/Critical Care Fellowship 
Houston Methodist Hospital

Medical Interests
Special Clinical Interests:
  • Flexible bronchoscopy
  • Navigational bronchoscopy
  • Robotic bronchoscopy
  • Endobronchial cryotherapy and cryo-biopsy
  • Endobronchial ultrasound biopsy
  • Radial endobronchial ultrasound
  • Argon plasma coagulation
  • Thoracentesis
  • Chest tube placement
  • Tunneled pleural catheter placement
  • Point-of-Care ultrasound