Residents

Where is your hometown?

Abbottabad, Pakistan.

Where did you attend medical school?

Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad, Pakistan

Why did you choose the MSU/Sparrow Pediatric Residency Program?

Since I’ve been living in Michigan with my husband for some time and we love our life here, I was hoping, and perhaps expecting, to match here. I feel incredibly fortunate to be part of one of the best programs in the state.

What do you like most about living in Michigan?

As a Pakistani when you move to another country, apart from your family and culture, you really miss flavorful food, scenic landscapes, four beautiful seasons, sensational news, generous people and potholes. Well, Michigan totally feels like home, and I love it!

What do you like most about living in Lansing?

Lansing has this unique mix of scholarly, historical and fun vibe. Also, it’s right in the center with an hour drive East to Dearborn/Detroit for food and entertainment, an hour drive South to Ann Arbor for Michigan Stadium and botanical gardens, a two-hour drive West to Mears for sand dunes/beach and a three-hour drive North to Traverse/Mackinaw city for breathtaking views.

What are your hobbies?

Globetrotting, reading (mostly Sufi classics and Urdu poetry), calligraphy, cooking Pakistani delicacies, watching psychological thrillers, playing chess or Topgolf with my husband, and volunteering at an elderly care center.

What are your career goals?

With the ongoing pandemics of obesity, diabetes and digital dementia among children and adolescents, I’ve been really focused on improving ways to promote their physical and mental wellness. I love how General Peds gives you an opportunity to be innovative in primary care and make an impact in society, however, I am very open to discover my interest in different subspecialities.