#CUAJVideo Porcine-derived materials in urology: Practical ethical guidance for caring for Muslim and Jewish patients >>> click to read: https://t.co/EN0H5dm6LE
The future of urology starts now ✨
The FUTURE in Urology session is happening now in Room 103A at #AUA26. Join the conversation as attendees explore the future of the specialty, leadership and the evolving journey in urology. 🚀
New pub out in @CuaJournal
Porcine-derived materials are common in urology. Most patients don’t know. Most clinicians don’t bring it up.
For Muslim and Jewish patients, this gap matters.
Our review covers what’s used, what Islamic and Jewish law actually say, and how to have this conversation.
Excited to share that our review on overactive bladder and poor bladder compliance was published today in Current Bladder Dysfunction Reports.
These two conditions are often discussed separately, but in practice they frequently overlap and can really change how we evaluate and manage patients.
In this review, we outline a shared clinical framework between the two, covering:
- Pathophysiology and urodynamics
- Behavioral and pharmacologic therapy
- Botulinum toxin and neuromodulation
- Reconstructive options
- Emerging regenerative and antifibrotic approaches
Grateful to have worked with an incredible team at @USC_Urology and the @USD Sanford School of Medicine on this project, and thankful for the mentorship that made this project possible.
Here’s the article:
https://t.co/OiV9cV39LM
Looking forward to speaking with the @chaffeycollege Pre-Med Society this week. It’s such a blessing to be able to engage in these types of presentations. If you are a pre-med or know anyone that’s a pre-med, feel free to join or spread the word!
In 2016, I was a first-generation Pakistani-American community college student starting out at @NorcoCollege, trying to navigate the road ahead with limited guidance and a lot of ambition.
In 2025, I returned as a medical student to speak with students now walking a similar path.
We talked about breaking out of your shell, staying one step ahead, and the importance of taking initiative—especially when the blueprint isn’t always clear.
Two takeaways I shared: Fortune favors the prepared mind, and the most meaningful journeys are the ones that leave a trail behind.
Proud to present our work on integrating AI into medical education at the First Annual CUSM/ARMC Research & Scholarly Activities Conference.
We explored how AI is reshaping clinical skills training, personalized learning, and assessment—while also addressing ethical concerns and implementation challenges.
Excited for the future of AI in medical training and grateful to be part of the conversation.
Earlier this week, I visited Colton High School as part of my work with @CUSMedicine and the Health Career Collaborative. The Intuitive Foundation—an organization committed to expanding access to surgical innovation and inspiring future healthcare leaders—partnered with us to give students hands-on experience with the Da Vinci 5 surgical robot and the Ion robotic bronchoscopy system.
Watching them crowd around the consoles, ask thoughtful questions, and genuinely get excited about surgery was incredible—especially in a region where these kinds of opportunities haven’t always existed.
Proud of the students, grateful to the Intuitive team for being so welcoming, and excited to help keep this kind of access and inspiration growing.
Excited to return to my alma mater, @UCRiverside this Monday (5/5) to speak about how to break into biotech—drawing from my time in the industry and now as a medical student.
From engineering to healthcare, see how your background fits into the future of medicine.
I’ll be sharing practical insights on:
• How to leverage your unique background—even if it’s nontraditional
• Positioning yourself for competitive roles in biotech and clinical research
• The mindset that helps you stand out in fast-moving, technical spaces
Looking forward to connecting with the next wave of innovators, builders, and future leaders in science and medicine.
@UCRCareerCenter
Had the chance to present a few posters at AUA 2025 and connect with a lot of incredible people!
From seeing the latest in robotics to hearing international perspectives and meeting people pushing new ideas forward, the energy throughout the conference was contagious. It’s an exciting time to be learning about where the field is headed.
Grateful to the mentors and teams who’ve welcomed me into this work early. Looking forward to continuing to learn, grow, and stay involved.
#AUA25
I’m honored to have brought this vision to life. Grateful to my co-organizers from UCR and LLU for their collaboration. Also, a big thank-you to all of the student volunteers for their support in making this event possible.
Excited to keep the momentum going.
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What an incredible turnout at the First Annual Inland Empire Medical Student Mixer! Medical students from @CUSMedicine, @UCRSoM, and @LLUMedSchool came together for an afternoon of connection.
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Events like this create space for future leaders in medicine to meet, share ideas, and eventually work together to build something bigger than themselves.
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