Maham Awan

Fostering collaboration across sectors to enhance healthcare delivery, Maham Awan, MD, serves as an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). As an adult hospitalist, Dr. Awan is deeply committed to quality improvement and medical education, striving to elevate the standards of patient care and training for future medical professionals. Her role at UCSF allows her to integrate her clinical expertise with her passion for teaching, ensuring that both patients and students benefit from her comprehensive approach to medicine. Dr. Awan's dedication to diversity and inclusion is evident through her completion of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Champion Training at UCSF in November 2021. This training has equipped her with the skills to foster an inclusive environment, both in her clinical practice and in her educational endeavors. Her commitment to these values is reflected in her efforts to create equitable healthcare experiences for all patients, regardless of their background. Her research interests are diverse, with a particular focus on hypercalcemia and its implications in malignancy. Dr. Awan has contributed to the medical literature with studies that explore the complexities of hypercalcemia of malignancy, providing insights that are crucial for the management of this condition. Additionally, her research on dapsone-induced methemoglobinemia and hemolysis highlights her ability to tackle challenging medical issues, further underscoring her role as a thought leader in her field. Dr. Awan's work is characterized by a commitment to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient outcomes. Her research and clinical practice are driven by a desire to innovate and improve the quality of care within the hospital setting. Through her efforts, she aims to inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals to pursue excellence in their practice. In addition to her research and clinical responsibilities, Dr. Awan is actively involved in mentoring medical students and residents, guiding them through the complexities of hospital medicine. Her approach to mentorship is rooted in her belief in the transformative power of education and the importance of nurturing future leaders in healthcare. Dr. Awan's contributions to medicine extend beyond her immediate clinical and educational roles. Her work in quality improvement initiatives has led to tangible enhancements in patient care processes, reflecting her unwavering commitment to excellence in healthcare delivery. As she continues to advance her career, Dr. Awan remains focused on her mission to improve healthcare outcomes through collaboration, innovation, and education.