IMI's 12th International Conference

OMAN: Outstanding Medical Advancements & Networking

Presenters List

Dr. Arshed A. Quyyumi - MD, FRCP, FACC

Division of Cardiology, Emory University School of Medicine

Tenured Professor of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, Emory University School of Medicine, Co-Director Emory Clinical Cardiovascular Research Institute

Biography:
Dr. Arshed A. Quyyumi, Former Global President of Medics International, has been involved in clinical translational research in cardiovascular diseases for over 25 years. Dr. Quyyumi received his undergraduate degree in Pharmacology and medical degree from the University of London, England. He completed his residency at Guy's and Royal Free Hospitals in London, and cardiology fellowships at National Heart Hospital, London; Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston; and the National Institutes of Health. After completion of his residency and fellowship, he served in several capacities in the Cardiology Branch of National Heart Lung and Blood Institute, NIH in Bethesda, MD, including Senior Investigator and Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. In 2001 he was appointed Professor of Medicine in the Division of Cardiology at Emory University School of Medicine, and in 2010 he was named Co-Director of the Emory Clinical Cardiovascular Research Institute (ECCRI). Since 2005, Dr. Quyyumi has been awarded more than $9 million in research funding. He serves on the Editorial Boards of several national journals, is a member on several Scientific Advisory Boards, and is a reviewer for the NIH-NHLBI Study Sections. Dr. Quyyumi has authored more than 250 peer-reviewed publications and has been an invited speaker and session chair at numerous National and International scientific meetings and conferences. Dr. Quyyumi's research focus includes vascular biology, angiogenesis, progenitor and stem cell biology, mechanisms of myocardial ischemia, and the role of genetic and environmental risks on vascular disease. Other interests have spanned the fields of personalized medicine and disparities in cardiovascular diseases. During his academic career, Dr. Quyyumi has carried out more than 50 NIH, industry-funded, or investigator-initiated projects, including numerous clinical trials. In addition to his phenomenal contribution to the profession of Cardiology in particular medicine in general, Dr. Quyyumi has vast contribution to the society in general and Medics International in particular serving at the Global Board of Regents. Dr. Quyyumi lives with his family in Atlanta, Georgia.

Dr. Sakina Raj - MBBS, MSc Epidemiology, CCFP

Private Practice

Physician

Biography:
Dr Raj did her MB, BS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) with honours 1st Position, Gold Medallist, RNT Medical College, University of Rajasthan, India in 1985. She also has an additional MSc Epidemiology Community Health Sciences, University of Calgary, Canada in 2002. She did her Residency (2 years) Family Medicine, University of Alberta, Canada and achieved Certification College of Family Physicians (CCFP) in 2003. Her journey comprises multiple awards and distinctions with the likes of: •Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Foundation Grant, 2000-2002, Calgary, Canada.•Faculty of Graduate (FGS) award, 1999, University of Calgary, Canada. •Gold Medal from University of Rajasthan, for 1st Position in M.B.B.S.•Silver Medal from President of India, for standing first among women candidates of the University. •Merit Scholarship from Secondary School through Medical College, was Awarded Merit Scholarship from Government of Rajasthan, India. She is Assistant Professor with the Family Medicine Department, Community Preceptor (Electives) for Family medicine residents, Preceptor for M-CAP (Language and Communications) program for International Medical Graduates and Medical Skills Teaching: Medical undergraduates, University of Calgary, Canada. Dr. Raj has exceptional leadership qualities. She believes in holistic care and clearly works well with her patients and their families to truly "make positive changes in their life and health" as she writes on her visiting cards. She always goes out of her way to help them, refers to all community resources available, is a strong member of the Foothills PCN and through them even arranges free exercise and yoga classes for patients under her supervision. Scope of Practice: In her practice, she does comprehensive care and deals with neonates, children, adults and geriatric cases with competency. I'll like to complement on her competency in managing patients with complex medico-social issues and complex family dynamics issues. Community based care: Dr. Sakina Raj is a well-known physician in the community and known for promoting preventative health. She travels nationally and internationally to attend CMEs and many times is a guest speaker or presenter in many conferences. Many of her presentations are public lectures that focus on health education and promotion/prevention. A few recent examples include: 1) Advocating for Syrian refugees to ease access to medical services in Calgary 2) Health lecture series for "Elder Care" in Calgary. 3) Fundraising for "Rohingya Refugees" in Burma In conclusion, Dr. Raj is a family physician who possesses excellent communication skills with in depth clinical knowledge and shows considerable empathy and care towards her patients.

Dr. Syed Wajih Rizvi - MD

R-Endocrinology

Chief, R-Endocrinology, Associate Professor Clinical Endocrinology, University of Medicine & Dentistry (UMDNJ) and Consultant Endocrinologist, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, NJ

Biography:
Dr. Syed Wajih Rizvi graduated from Dow Medical College, Karachi, Pakistan. He did his internal medicine residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, and then completed a fellowship in Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Lipid Disorders from the Medical College of Pennsylvania, Hahnemann University, and the University of Pennsylvania. For 8 years he headed the Endocrine Division of the Dakota Clinic and Innovis Health Systems in Fargo, ND, and was Associate Professor of Clinical Endocrinology at the University of North Dakota. Currently he is an Associate Professor, Clinical Endocrinology, at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, and Chief of R-Endocrinology and R-Research, in Hamilton, NJ. Dr. Rizvi is one of the founding members of Medics International, and serves as Advisor, International Relations & Affairs and the Permanent Representative to the United Nations and oversees the Global Headquarters. He has an avid interest in philosophy, Urdu poetry, traveling and wild life. He lives with his family in New Jersey.