He had served as a volunteer doctor in Gaza: a historic success in the United States.
The Egyptian-born American surgeon Adam Hisham Hamawy, who treated wounded as a volunteer in Gaza, took an important step toward becoming the first Muslim elected to Congress in New Jersey state history by winning the Democratic primary.
The upcoming midterm elections in the United States are producing striking results. One of those results comes from Dr. Adam Hisham Hamawy, known for his volunteer medical work in Gaza.
The 57‑year‑old Hamawy, who won the Democratic Party primary for New Jersey's 12th Congressional District, became the first Muslim ever elected to Congress from the state.
He is positioned in the Democratic Party's progressive wing.
Retired U.S. Army combat surgeon Hamawy also stands out for his political views. The doctor, known for his harsh criticism of Israel's military policies, is positioned in the Democratic Party's progressive wing.
Hamawy's political promises include implementing a universal health insurance system, wiping out medical debt, and eliminating student loan debt.
He served as a volunteer in Gaza.
In addition to his surgical career, Hamawy, known for humanitarian medical work in conflict zones, joined the health teams in Gazze in 2024.
The American doctor who was treating wounded in a region where Israel's military operations continued also supported volunteer medical activities in Gazze in 2025.
Having previously served as a combat surgeon in the U.S. Army, Hamawy brought the experience he gained in various conflict zones to his work in Gazze.
Brought Gaza to the Agenda in the Election Campaign
Hamawy repeatedly brought the humanitarian crisis in Gaza to the forefront during the election process. The politician, who criticized Israel's military operations, argued that a ceasefire should be achieved in the region and civilians protected.
Access to health services, reduction of economic debt, and the destructive impact of wars on civilians were also among the core themes of his campaign.
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