Areas of Interest
As an Infectious Disease physician, Odette El Helou, MD, is dedicated to enriching lives through expert care. Dr. El Helou has been with OMC since 2023 and treats infections caused by organisms such as viruses, bacteria, and fungi, affecting all parts of the body. Dr. El Helou collaborates closely with her team to gather detailed patient histories, conduct exams, and create personalized treatment plans. Passionate about public health, Dr. El Helou enjoys working with the community to keep it safe. Dr. El Helou says, "Infectious disease doctors are detectives - we solve mysteries. As a child, I always loved reading mystery books, and I think we gather those clues from the patient. Based on all of this information, we try to find the answer and figure out a treatment plan. I like that investigational aspect of my specialty."
Personal Interests
Outside of work, she loves spending time with her family, downhill and cross-country skiing, running, swimming, and biking.
Education and Training
Medical School
St Joseph University - Beirut
1994-2001
Residency
University of Minnesota
2002-2005
Fellowship
University of Minnesota
2005-2006
Mayo Graduate School of Medicine
2006-2008
Mayo Graduate School of Medicine
2008-2009
Internships
American Univ of Beirut
2001-2002