Dr. Abdul Rahman Zanabli عبد الرحمن زنابيلي, a board-certified nephrologist and transplant specialist, is based in Charleston, West Virginia. Originally from Aleppo, Syria, Dr. Zanabli earned his medical degree from the University of Aleppo in 1993. He completed his residency at Saint Joseph Hospital in Chicago, followed by a nephrology fellowship at Brown University (1998–2000) and a transplant nephrology fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Rochester (2006–2007).

As the founder of Charleston Nephrology, Dr. Zanabli has built a thriving private practice. He also serves as the Medical Director of dialysis centers in the region and currently holds the position of Chief of Medicine at Charleston Area Medical Center, where he previously served as Chief of Nephrology.

Beyond his clinical leadership, Dr. Zanabli has demonstrated deep humanitarian commitment through his longstanding involvement with the Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS). Since joining in 2005, he has served in numerous leadership roles, including being appointed the first Chairman of the SAMS Foundation in 2012 and previously serving on the SAMS Society Board.

In 2025, Dr. Zanabli was elected once again to the SAMS Society Board, where he will serve as the Vice President of the Board of Directors.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Zanabli is a devoted husband to Nesreen Chabarek, and a proud father of three children: Amer, an ophthalmology resident at UT San Antonio; Sarah, a dental student at West Virginia University; and Danny, a high school senior. He enjoys traveling, reading, and spending quality time with his family.

“SAMS is not just an organization—it’s a meaningful bridge to my homeland, and a reflection of altruism, unity, and purpose.”
– Dr. Abdul Rahman Zanabli

We are proud to spotlight Dr. Zanabli’s inspiring journey and continued dedication to the SAMS mission.