Hometown: Bahawalpur, Pakistan
Medical School: Allama Iqbal Medical College, Lahore
Favorite City: Chicago & Bahawalpur
Favorite Genre of Music: Pop, Country, Rock, and Sufi
Favorite Musicians: Atif Aslam, Taylor Swift, Linkin Park, and Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
Favorite Book: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix & Sherlock Holmes
Favorite Movie: Interstellar by Christopher Nolan & Sherlock Holmes by Guy Ritchie
Favorite TV Show: Succession
Favorite Quote: “You think your pain and your heartbreak are unprecedented in the history of the world, but then you read. It was books that taught me that the things that tormented me most were the very things that connected me with all the people who were alive, who had ever been alive.” – James Baldwin
I chose Family Medicine because it allows for a holistic, patient-centered approach to healthcare. Family Medicine offers the unique opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients across all ages and backgrounds, addressing a wide range of medical issues while promoting preventive care and overall well-being. This specialty also enables me to serve as a trusted advisor and advocate for my patients, which aligns with my personal and professional values. Allama Iqbal Medical College further reinforced my desire to pursue this specialty, emphasizing the importance of continuity of care and the ability to manage complex health conditions within the context of a patient’s life.
I was thrilled to match with the Northwest Health Family Medicine Program. During the social dinner and interview day, I was impressed by the welcoming and supportive atmosphere created by the residents, Dr. Joel Bates, Dr. Amanda Mathews, and Ms. Rylee Catlin. The genuine camaraderie among the residents and the approachable nature of the faculty confirmed that this program offers a collaborative and nurturing environment, ideal for my growth and development as a physician. The program’s commitment to comprehensive and patient-centered care aligns perfectly with my own aspirations in Family Medicine, making it the ideal setting for my residency training.