Crowned the first-ever Mrs. Arab USA on June 20, 2026, Lana Abugharbieh (لانا ابوغربية) proudly represents her Palestinian heritage while embodying leadership, compassion, and service.

A dedicated healthcare professional, entrepreneur, author, and humanitarian, Lana is the proud mother of her 24-year-old son, Malik. She finds her greatest fulfillment in family, meaningful friendships, and serving those in need.

Lana is a highly accomplished emergency nurse and belongs to an elite group of healthcare professionals worldwide who hold the Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) credential, a distinction earned by only a small percentage of nurses. Combining her medical expertise with her entrepreneurial spirit, she is the founder of Vital Wellness, a medical spa based in Northern Virginia dedicated to promoting health, wellness, and confidence.

In addition to her work in healthcare, Lana is the published author of Healing Under Fire, a powerful memoir chronicling her experiences as a volunteer nurse during humanitarian medical missions to Gaza in 2024 and 2025. Through her writing, she shares firsthand accounts of resilience, compassion, and the critical importance of medical care in times of crisis.

As Mrs. Arab USA, Lana is committed to transforming her lifelong passion for service into meaningful action. Her platform focuses on advocating for the protection of healthcare workers and promoting respect for medical neutrality in conflict zones around the world. Drawing upon her humanitarian experience, she seeks to raise awareness, support international relief efforts, and champion the safety of medical professionals who provide life-saving care under the most challenging circumstances.

Throughout her reign, Lana hopes to inspire others through service, break stereotypes, celebrate the achievements of Arab American women, and encourage future generations to lead with empathy, courage, and purpose.