Samira Farouk

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Samira Farouk
Name Samira Farouk
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Occupation Physician, Educator
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Known for Nephrology, Medical Education
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Samira Farouk is a renowned American physician and educator, specializing in nephrology and medical education. She is recognized for her contributions to the field of kidney health and her innovative approaches to teaching medical students and residents.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Samira Farouk was born in [birth place], where she developed an early interest in medicine. She pursued her undergraduate studies at [University Name], majoring in [Major]. She then attended [Medical School Name], where she earned her MD degree.

Medical Career[edit | edit source]

After completing her medical degree, Dr. Farouk pursued a residency in internal medicine at [Hospital Name]. She further specialized in nephrology, completing a fellowship at [Fellowship Institution]. Her clinical interests include chronic kidney disease, glomerulonephritis, and kidney transplantation.

Academic Contributions[edit | edit source]

Dr. Farouk is a dedicated educator, serving as a faculty member at [University/Medical School Name]. She is involved in curriculum development and has implemented several innovative teaching methods, including problem-based learning and simulation-based education. Her research focuses on improving educational outcomes for medical trainees and enhancing patient care through education.

Research and Publications[edit | edit source]

Dr. Farouk has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals on topics related to nephrology and medical education. Her work often explores the intersection of clinical practice and teaching, aiming to bridge gaps between theory and practice.

Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]

Throughout her career, Dr. Farouk has received several awards for her contributions to medicine and education, including the [Award Name] and the [Award Name]. She is frequently invited to speak at national and international conferences.

Professional Affiliations[edit | edit source]

Dr. Farouk is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Society of Nephrology and the National Kidney Foundation. She actively participates in committees focused on education and policy development.

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Health science - Medicine - Nephrology - edit
Diseases of the glomerulus
Lupus nephritis | Post-infectious glomerulonephritis | Minimal change disease | Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis | Diabetic nephropathy
Diseases of the proximal convoluted tubules
Fanconi syndrome (Type II renal tubular acidosis) | renal cell carcinoma
Diseases of the distal convoluted tubules
pseudohypoaldosteronism (Type IV renal tubular acidosis)
Diseases of the collecting duct
Type I renal tubular acidosis
Tumours of the kidney
renal cell carcinoma | Wilms' tumour (children)
Diseases of the renal vasculature
renal artery stenosis | vasculitis | atheroembolic disease
Tubulointerstitial diseases of the kidney
Drug-induced interstitial nephritis | Obstructive nephropathy | Radiation nephritis | Reflux nephropathy | Sarcoidosis
Genetic diseases of the kidney/syndromes associated with kidney dysfunction
Alport syndrome | Polycystic kidney disease | Wilms' tumour (children)

von Hippel-Lindau syndrome | Hereditary papillary renal carcinoma | Birt-Hogg-Dube syndrome | Hereditary renal carcinoma

Genetic diseases of the kidney/syndromes associated with kidney dysfunction

Chronic Kidney Disease

Anemia in CKD | Causes of CKD | CKD Overview | CKD Tests and Diagnosis | Diabetic Kidney Disease | Eating Right for CKD | High Blood Pressure and Kidney Disease | Managing CKD | Mineral and Bone Disorder in CKD | Nutrition for Advanced CKD in Adults | Preventing CKD | Quick Reference on UACR & GFR

Kidney Failure

Eating and Nutrition for Hemodialysis | Financial Help for Treatment of Kidney Failure | Hemodialysis | Kidney Failure | Kidney Transplant | Peritoneal Dialysis

Other Kidney Topics

Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease | Amyloidosis and Kidney Disease | Diabetes Insipidus | Ectopic Kidney | Glomerular Diseases | Goodpasture Syndrome | Henoch-Schönlein Purpura | IgA Nephropathy | Kidney Dysplasia | Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis) | Kidney Stones | Lupus Nephritis | Medullary Sponge Kidney | Nephrotic Syndrome in Adults | Pain Medicine and Kidney Damage | Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) | Renal Artery Stenosis | Renal Tubular Acidosis | Simple Kidney Cysts | Solitary Kidney | Your Kidneys and How They Work | Your Urinary Tract and How It Works

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