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Ammar Husan, MD

Specialty Profiles

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9 Min Read

What it's like to specialize in family medicine: Shadowing Dr. Husan

AMA member Ammar Husan, MD, of Ochsner LSU Health, says there is one word that sums up the whole reward of being a family physician: relationships.  
Roxanne Tyroch, MD

Transition to Attending

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8 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Roxanne Tyroch, MD, internist

Dr. Tyroch built her own private practice to reflect her values—proving that with vision and courage, physicians can shape their ideal work life.
Physician wearing a stethoscope

Transition to Attending

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6 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Anuj Bhatnagar, MD, family physician

From hospitals to private practice, Dr. Bhatnagar explains how reclaiming autonomy and pay transparency reshaped his career.
Samy Abdelghani, MD

Transition to Attending

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4 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Samy Abdelghani, MD, cardiologist

Dr. Abdelghani chose Ochsner Health for its transparency, leadership, tech and support—key to a fulfilling, patient-focused cardiology career.
Gillian Alex, MD

Transition to Attending

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5 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Gillian Alex, MD, thoracic surgeon

For Dr. Alex, strong mentorship at Rush University System for Health made all the difference in her decision to join the team.
Suzanna Fox, MD

Transition to Attending

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5 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Suzanna Fox, MD, ob-gyn

Dr. Fox chose Advocate Health after building early trust and connection during residency, shaping her 34-year ob-gyn career in Charlotte.
Measuring blood pressure at doctor's office

Prevention & Wellness

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4 Min Read

What doctors should know about continuous BP measurement devices

Despite some limitations, journal review shows devices can unearth BP patterns that office or home readings can miss.
Smiling young child in hospital bed

Specialty Profiles

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9 Min Read

What it's like in pediatric hospital medicine: Shadowing Dr. Puzdrakiewicz

For Michelle Puzdrakiewicz, MD, of Ochsner Children’s, pediatric hospital medicine can be practiced anywhere, and with some work, it allows for having a family.