Medically reviewed by the Rice Emergency Room Medical Team

Education

  • Des Moines University — Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, 2002
  • Loyola University Chicago — Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, cum laude, 1997

Board Certification

American Board of Emergency Medicine

Awards and Honors

  • Resident Teacher of the Year, St. John Hospital, 2006
  • Graduated cum laude, Loyola University Chicago, 1997
  • Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship, 1995–1997
  • Dean’s List, 1995–1997
  • President’s List, 1995

Professional Memberships

  • American College of Emergency Physicians
  • American Osteopathic Association

Languages

  • English — native
  • Arabic — fluent

Professional Profiles