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Fuad Ashkar M.D.

1935 - 2019

Fuad Ashkar M.D. obituary, 1935-2019, Miami, FL

BORN

1935

DIED

2019

Fuad Ashkar Obituary

ASHKAR, FUAD, M.D., F.A.C.E, a distinguished Nuclear Medicine, Internal Medicine and Endocrinology specialist at Kendall Regional Hospital in Miami, Florida, passed away at his home on August 6th, 2019. Born in Broumana, Lebanon on June 13th, 1935, the son of a Lebanese hotelier and noted poet, he graduated from the American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine in 1962. He moved to Miami to complete his medical residency and fellowship in Nuclear Medicine at The University of Miami - Jackson Memorial Hospital when he met his wife, Theresa, who was a Pan Am flight attendant at the time. He had an accomplished career as Chairman for the Probable Cause Panel for the Florida Board of Medicine, a Member of the Board of Governors, Florida Medical Quality Assurance (FMQAI), a diplomat for the American Board of Nuclear Medicine, Director of the University of Miami/ Kuwait Comprehensive Medical Education Program, Director of Nuclear Medicine for the University Diagnostic Center in Miami, a Fellow of the American College of Endocrinology (F.A.C.E), Chief of Medical Staff at Kendall Regional Center, Chairman of the Florida Board of Medicine, recipient of the highest honor in Lebanon, the National Order of the Cedars, published over 67 articles in Medical Literature, 4 books in Science Medicine and has 2 patents related to his research on thyroid disease. Married for over 50 years, he is survived by his wife Theresa, daughter Anda, son Alexander, grandchildren Wyatt and Alina, his sisters Mona and Nayla and their families and his cousin Nabil. Please join the family from 6-9 pm on Friday at Our Lady of Lebanon Catholic Church for a visitation and Saturday at 11 am for a mass at Our Lady of Lebanon and burial thereafter at Miami Memorial Park.

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Published by the Miami Herald on Aug. 9, 2019.

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Maria Venta

August 3, 2025

I miss my Dr. AshkarAfter you die I do not found an Endocrinologist like you!
My respect to the best doctor treatment me in my life with knowledge, respect that explained me everything about my health thyroids. You always be in my heart . R I P Dr.

Claudia Sofia Alonso Huertas

March 29, 2024

Five years after his passing and I still have the best memories of Dr Ashkar. I was his patient for 30 years and he treated me for my thyroid, school problems, future decisions and so much more. I considered him a role model and he was one of the kindest human beings I have ever encountered.

Jacqueline Bueno

August 6, 2023

There will never be another physician like you. I have yet to find an endochrinologist since you passed. RIP Dr. Ashkar I'm sure many of your patients feel this way.

Jacqueline Bueno

August 11, 2020

You are greatly missed. You were a caring and compassionate person. I’m sure if you were here today you would have contributed to finding a cure for COVID19. You were such a brilliant man. RIP Dr. Ashkar

Natalie Azan DeBellis

August 3, 2020

He was a phenomenal doctor and a compassionate gentleman
Greatly missed

Darlene Seymour-Ebanks

February 21, 2020

I loved my Doctor Words cannot express the pain I feel for the lost of this great person. He was my doctor for 20 years and it was always a pleasure to see him every year - I have been calling the office and just learn today of his death only to be told he has passed. I was to see him later this year. I am devasted but God will see the family through and I will keep you in my prayers always. May God bless you all. He was a good person awesome friend and doctor. I will miss him forever but will keep him in my heart! May his soul rest in Peace!

Maria Jove

September 26, 2019

I had an appointment to see him today and was very sad to hear that he had passed away. My deepest condolences to his family and staff. I will miss him very much. He would always smile and say, "all is ok". Great person and very loving!! May he RIP

Nelson Cortes

September 25, 2019

Sending my deepest condolences to the Ashkar family. I was a patient of Dr. Ashkar for the past 17 years, he helped me get through some very difficult times. He was a true hero!

Ivette Loyola

September 23, 2019

He was my endocrinologist for 8 years! I loved him!! May the angels lead you to paradise! I will keep you in my heart! ❤

Albert Handal

September 20, 2019

Our deepest condolences to the Ashkar family. He was a wonderful doctor and person.

Carmen Mansell

September 17, 2019

I am very concern and sad. He was my Dr. Angel for 11 years. I can't believe it.
He was happy and positive person, I had thyroid cancer and he treat me like his daughter, I'm 43 years and he always saw me like 31.

I love him very much
All my condolences to all the family and staff

The Dr. and the staff are my family too

Maria Venta

September 16, 2019

My condolences to his family and staff. I was his patient since 2015. I like his knowledge in Thyroid disease,I am fear on him.I remembered a day at Larkin Center he meet me and said Hello and asked me about my health when only was me 2 times.
Dr. Ashkar I miss you . Thank's for you take care of me.RIP❤

Sophia Robinson

September 9, 2019

Dr. Ashkar was one of the best doctors I've seen. He was my doctor for a long time. He was very kind and spoke very matter of fact. He is truly missed. My deepest sympathy to his family. May God grant you peace is my prayer.

Jenny

September 3, 2019

Dr. Ashkar was my doctor for the past 30 years. I called the office today and I was in shock and sadden by the news. My condolences to his family and office staff. Dr. Ashkar you will be forever in my heart. Thank you for your dedication and everything you did to help others. Extraordinary human being! Rest in peace.

HELEN VASQUEZ

August 30, 2019

SO SADDEN BY THIS LOST TO HIS FAMILY, STAFF, AND HOLE COMMUNITY. HE WAS A GREAT DOCTOR.

Syed Ali

August 27, 2019

It was a joy to see him. Happy, upbeat, full of life. We will always miss him.

M Fonseca

August 26, 2019

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Regla Delatorre

August 21, 2019

My deepest condolences to the Ashkar family. He was a wonderful doctor and person.

August 21, 2019

So shocked to hear his passing, he was my Mom's doctor for over 30 years, since he worked at Jackson Hospital. May he rest in peace.

Janet Bonilla

August 16, 2019

I am beyond shocked and saddened. My deepest condolences. He was my doctor for 15 years and was always superb. May God surround him in love and light.

Maylin M.

August 16, 2019

Dr. Ashkar was my doctor for the past 20 years. What a sad notice I received when I called to the office today!! My condolences to his family and office staff. Dr. Ashkar you will be forever in our hearts. Thank you for your dedication and everything you did to help others. Extraordinary human being! Rest in peace.

Riad yousef Batruny

August 16, 2019

Our deepest condolences. May he Rest In Peace.

Kay Oster

August 14, 2019

I have been Dr. Ashkar's patient for almost 20years. What a brilliant doctor and even nicer man. I was shocked to hear the sad news today especially since Dr. Ashkar was in such good shape. Although I only got to see him twice a year, I am deeply saddened and he surely be missed dearly. My deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.

Marcela Howard

August 14, 2019

My Condolences to the Family. He was my Doctor for almost 20 years and I will surely miss him.

Janice Shuda

August 13, 2019

I am so sadded to hear the news of Dr. Ashkar's passing. He was such an extordinary doctor, very hands on with his medical team and patients. I have been his patient since 2013 and I travel far to see him from Stuart,FL and the medical care I received was excellent. Rest in peace and my heartfelt sympathy to the family and the his staff who worked in his practice/office.

Martha Futterman-Troop

August 12, 2019

I am extremely saddened and shocked to hear of Dr Ashkar's death. I will always remember him for the amazing man he was, the extraordinary physician; a mentor, a friend, a father-figure, and role model.

natalie azan DeBellis

August 10, 2019

my Condolences to the family of Dr. Ashkar. I am shocked and saddened as I just saw him 2 months ago. he was a phenomenal physician with a kind personality. extremely knowledgeable on his specialty and I always trust his decisions. my parents, family and myself wish you God's blessings during this time

Lourdes Leyva

August 10, 2019

I was sadden to hear about Dr. Ashkar. He had been my physician for many years and I am sure that he will be missed by many. My deepest sympathy goes to his family. May he rest in peace.

Estela Newlin

August 10, 2019

I'm shocked and saddened to hear of Dr Ashkar's passing. He was my doctor as well as my parents' and my husband's. We were blessed to be under his care and will miss him. It will be nearly impossible to replace him. Our condolences to his family.

Rachel Ruiz

August 9, 2019

My deepest sympathies to the Ashkar family. Dr.Ashkar was my physician for over 20 years as well as a good friend.
I am so deeply saddened by his loss. He will be tremendously missed! May He Rest In Peace.

Milagros Toledo

August 9, 2019

I am deeply honored and blessed to have known and worked with Dr Ashkar for 12 years. He was a blessing in my life, and I will forever carry him in my heart. Accept my condolences.
Milagros Toledo CNMT, Vital Imaging Center

Irania Barbe

August 9, 2019

I am so heartbroken to hear of the passing of Dr. Ashkar, who has been my doctor for nearly 20 years. I know he is in a special place now not only for his lifelong commitment to medicine and patient-care, but also for being such a kind person. I'd like to extend my deepest condolences to his wife, children, and the rest of his family. My dear Dr. Ashkar, I will miss you so much. Thank you for your support and encouragement during my breast cancer treatment. God bless you always.

.Leonora Rodriguez-Chomat

August 9, 2019

I am so sad to hear about Dr. ASHKAR. HE WAS MY DOCTOR FOR ABOUT TEN YEARS AND HAD SUCH A WONDERFUL DISPOSITION. HE WILL BE SORELY MISSED.

Erika Perez

August 9, 2019

Dr. Ashkar, my deepest sympathy for your family. You were and always will be the best Doctor. I have been your patient for 21 years and I am deeply sadden about you leaving us. Thank you for everything that you did for me and my health.

Jacqueline Bueno

August 9, 2019

I was saddened to hear of your passing yesterday and in shock as I had been to your practice about a month ago as I was not feeling well. As a patient of yours for the past 15 years I can honestly say that you were the most caring, compassionate, humble, and intelligent doctor. You were always smiling. My next appt is on 8/22/19 ; I will never find a doctor who will be able to replace you. I'm sure your family , work family and patients will miss you. May you rest in eternal peace. My condolences to your wife and family during this difficult time.

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