Current Neurology Fellows

Hometown: Reeds Spring, Missouri

Medical school: University of Missouri-Columbia

Residency: Neurology - University of Missouri - Columbia

Why I chose MU: As a resident here, I saw firsthand the excellent care our patients with epilepsy and neuromuscular conditions received. With my goal of becoming a general neurologist, well-trained in both EEG and EMG, this program was an easy choice. If offers a balances 50/50 split between the two disciplines, along with flexible electives that can be tailored to your interests. The faculty are outstanding educators, supportive mentors, and their numbers continue to grow.

Accolades:

• 2025 GME Most Helpful Resident Award
• 2025 AAN Education Ambassador
• 2024-2025 MU Neurology Chief Resident
• 2023 recipient of the Leonard Towe Humanism in Medicine Award, given by the Gold Humanism Honor Society.
• Bryant Scholar
• AOA

Hobbies: I enjoy playing card games with my wife, swimming in the pool with my kids, and I am always trying to get back into playing music regularly.

Career Plans/Interests: To be a general neurologist in rural Missouri while continuing to teach and educate medical students and residents.

Hometown: Mailsi, Punjab, Pakistan

Medical School: Shifa College of Medicine

Residency: Neurology - Houston Methodist Hospital

Fellowship: Vascular Neurology - University of Missouri

Why I chose MU: Dr. Adnan I. Qureshi and Dr. Camilo Gomez, MU's esteemed faculty for Neuro-Endovascular Intervention and Stroke, were the primary draws from coming to MU. Additionally, Columbia where MU is located, is one of the best cities in which to raise a family because it has excellent public schools and a wealth of outdoor activities, so it was a win-win situation.

Accolades:

• Golden Needle Award for most tPA administered in an academic year
• Fastest tPA on Tele-Stroke - 2021 Golden Needle Award
• Dr. A.Q. Khan Gold Medal - For exceptional performance in medical school 2012-2017
• Gold Medalist second, third, and fourth year of medical school
• Honorary distinction in anatomy, physiology, pathology, EENT, medicine, pharmacology, and surgery.

Hobbies: Cricket, Soccer, Football, Traveling, and Exploring

Hometown: Kafr El-Zayat, Egypt

Medical School: Tanta University Faculty of Medicine

Residency: Neurology - Medical College of Wisconsin

Fellowship: Vascular Neurology - University of Missouri - Columbia

Why I chose MU: The decision to choose the University of Missouri was significantly influenced by the exceptional quality of its Vascular & Neuro-Endovascular Intervention fellowship programs, couples with the distinguished expertise of the faculty. The opportunity to learn from world-renowned specialists presents a unique advantage for my professional development. Additionally, MU offer extensive opportunities for clinical research, which I believe will greatly enhance my future career. Beyond the academic and professional attraction, Columbia stands out for its reputation as a family-friendly city, providing a supportive and welcoming community for both personal and family life. The combination of these factors made MU as ideal choice for my career and life advancement.

Accolades:

• 2025 Inspiring Educator Award, presented by the Chief Residents from the Department of Neurology at the University of Missouri.
• David I.M. Fine Award (2024): For outstanding scholarly activity during residency training
• Child Neurology Award (2024): Presented to adult neurology resident for teaching and exceptional care for pediatric patients
• Gold Humanism Honor Society Award - Kern institute (2020): Presented to residents by medical students for creating a psychologically safe atmosphere during their rotations
• Certificate of Excellence for the Dean of Tanta Faculty of Medicine, as an acknowledgement for the development of the clinical toxicology and forensic medicine textbook & atlas as a general coordinator, hear of proofreaders, and editors (2013)

Hobbies: Being a full-time Dad, & watching and playing soccer when I can

Career Plan/Interests: Becoming the best version of myself as a stroke and interventional neurologist

Hometown: Patiala, Punjab, India

Medical School: Government Medical College, Patiala, Punjab, India

Residency: Internal Medicine - St. Peters University Hospital Robert Wood Johnson Medical Center, New Brunswick, NJ

Why I chose MU: It is a dream of any International Medical Graduate to get matched into a training program where emphasis is given to learning and advancing knowledge. MU provides a conducive environment for trainees to learn, It's like a dream come true for me to work and learn at MU.

Accolades:

• Captain in the United States Army - Reserves,
• Patient satisfaction award 2023 at Community Medical Center, Clovis, CA
• MBA in Health Care Administration with Distinction

Hobbies: Music, Traveling, Watching movies in my free time, & spending time with my family

Career Plans/Interests: I would see myself working as a neurocritical care attending and progress in my career with these skills. Additionally, I plan to progress in my career in the United States Army from Captain to the next level; so that I can serve the nation with more skills and capabilities.

Hometown: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Medical School: St. George's University, Northumbria, United Kingdom

Residency: Internal Medicine, St. John's Riverside Hospital, Yonkers, NY

Why I Chose MU: I chose MU because of its diverse and seasoned faculty who have devised a specialized curriculum on diverse neurological pathologies from neurosurgery, vascular/stroke, neurology, trauma, and secondary critical care injuries. Columbia has that small town footprint with large city vibes, miles of trails for riding and hiking with my family, and generous mid-west feel. There is no doubt the magnitude for clinical experience and balanced growth for my young family.

Accolades:

• 2024 Resident Director of Journal Club
• 2024 Resident Coordinator for Internal Medicine and Emergency Medicine Critical Care Grand Rounds
• 2023 Process Improvement Oversight Committee
• 2022 Platform Speaker at Mediterranean Emergency Medicine Congress, Malta - POCUS perspectives
• 2021 Deans' List

Hobbies: Cycling, Hiking, International Travel, and Food

Career Plans/Interests: To excel as an intensivist first in neurocritical care. I have professional interests in POCUS, critical care echocardiography and ultrasound, with academic interest in advanced ultrasonography in critical care patients.

Hometown: Sioux Falls, SD

Medical School: University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine

Residency: Internal Medicine - University of Missouri - Columbia

Why I chose MU: I had an excellent education and experience during my residency training and wanted to continue my training with the University of Missouri - Columbia.

Accolades: 

• Certificate in Bioethics, Sanford School of Medicine 

Hobbies: Hiking, Video Games, Cooking, Baking, Cars, Gardening, Exercise, and Reading

Career Plans/Interests: I intend to do a mix of both sleep medicine and internal medicine when I am finished with training. I would love to one day spend some time overseas with Doctors Without Borders. I am also interested in opening a coffee shop or a gym. 

Hometown: Solapur, Maharashtra, India

Medical School: Dr. Vaishampayan Memorial Govt. Medical College, Solapur, India

Residency: St. Luke's University Hospital - Sacred Heart Campus, Allentown, PA

Why I chose MU: I chose MU due to its faculty and staff, as well as its good academics and learning experiences.

Accolades:

• 1998 - Best Cadet - Prime Minister Award, Delhi, India
• 2004- Valedictorian Medical College Year 2
• 2005 - Valedictorian Medical College Year 3
• 2006 - Salutatorian Medical College Year 4
• 2009 - Master's Student Research Grant Award, University of Illinois - Chicago

Hobbies: Hiking, Traveling, Swimming, Gardening, DIY Crafting, Crocheting, Painting.

Career Plans/Interests: I plan on practicing sleep medicine incorporating it with lifestyle medicine; focused on overall patient well-being, disease preventing as well as treatment of sleep disorders.

Hometown: Jalandhar, Punjab, India

Medical School: Government Medical College, Patiala, Punjab, India

Residency: Pediatric Neurology - St. Louis University

Why I chose MU: The MU program stands out for its exceptional training and strong foundation in academic research, guided by leaders in the field of vascular and interventional neurology. My conversations with the attending physicians, left a lasting impression - they were not only approachable and knowledgeable but also clearly invested in the growth if their trainees. During my visit, I noticed the collegial environment while maintaining a shared commitment to outstanding patient care.

Accolades:

• 2025 Best Resident Clinician Award
• 2024 Best Resident Research Award

Hobbies: Hiking and baking. I am excited to explore all the hiking trails around Columbia.

Career Plan/Interests: I am interested in cerebral vascular malformations, aneurysms, and device innovation.

Hometown: Chandigarh, Punjab, India

Medical School: Government Medical College, Amritsar, Punjab, India

Residency: Neurology - Tower Health, Reading Hospital

Why I chose MU: MU holds a special place. Since my experience here as an observer I had an opportunity to work in a supportive community, strong camaraderie, and nurturing atmosphere for personal growth and fostering effective patient care, which brought me back here as a vascular neurology fellow. Mizzou offers an exceptional blend of high quality stroke care, a nationally recognized program, excellence, and mentorship from great leaders in the field of vascular neurology, which provides an ideal environment to develop into an outstanding vascular neurologist, clinically as well as a colleague and mentor.

Accolades:

• Best Research Award 2023-2024
• Most Humanitarian Resident Award 2023-2024

Hobbies: When I am not working you can find me in a yoga class or curling up with a good book. I also love interior decoration.

Career Plans/Interests: Being the best version of myself as a vascular neurologist.