Program:

Pediatrics, Graduating Class of 2026

Originally from:

Pakistan

Medical School:

• Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan

What brought you to the U.S.?

US provided me an opportunity to grow as a medical professional and learn about the latest advancements in medicine. I love meeting new people and learning about their culture. Michigan is one of the most diverse states which made me come to Michigan.

Why did you choose your specialty?

Working with kids makes me happy and makes me strive even harder for their care. I also love wearing bows in my hair and no other profession would allow that 😂.

Family

Most of my family lives in Pakistan. I come from a family of doctors. My husband lives in Washington DC and is an IM resident.

When you're not working, what do you do for fun?

Dancing , running , hiking , exploring new places and either making or eating food.

What do you like most about the Flint area?

The people - the area is home to some of the sweetest, most kind people I have met.

What inspires you?

My parents. I have seen them work really hard to play their part as a physician in people’s lives. I wish to be as good as them one day.

Toughest challenge

Living apart from my family. I try to talk to them as much as I can with the time that I have.

What do you miss most about home?

Being able to speak my language and obviously the food. I try to visit them or call them as much as I can.

Favorites:

My favorite movie is The Pursuit of Happiness, and my favorite place to work out is the park. I love trails and mountains more than the beach.

Top 5 Favs about mid-Michigan:

• Fall
• The fact that there’s a lake every few miles
• The Flint Institute of Arts
• The Flint Farmers' Market
• Sunflower and lavender fields

Biggest surprise about the people here:

How friendly and accepting they were.

Special talents & hobbies:

I love cooking and trying new forms of working out. I try to take out time for these whenever possible.

Favorite way to keep work-life balance manageable:

I give myself time doing at least one activity that I like daily, so that I can destress.