Clinical Spotlight: Arshi Naz, MD

Arshi Naz, MD: Neurologist Who Enjoys Geological Variations

What is your clinical specialty?

Neurology

Where did you go to school?

Darbhanga Medical College, India

West Virginia University, Neurology Residency

Indiana University, Clinical Neurophysiology Fellowship  

What brought you to Premier Health? 

Premier Health provides a great mix of community care as well as academics, including interacting with medical students and residents.   

Why did you choose medicine as a career? 

Growing up in India, I always saw the difference doctors could make in people’s lives, which inspired me to pursue medicine. 

Who are the people who influenced and/or mentored you? 

I had great faculty in my residency and fellowship who helped and influenced me. 

What is one thing most people don’t know about you? 

I think I cook well.

Where is your hometown?

Patna, India

What, if any, sports team(s) do you cheer for?

Cincinnati Bengals

Indian Cricket team

What is the last book you read? 

“Becoming” by Michelle Obama

What is your favorite song in your playlist? 

“Blank Space” by Taylor Swift

What is your favorite food?

Indian and Thai food

What is your favorite hobby?

Cooking and traveling.

What is your favorite animal, and why?

Dogs – they are cute.

Where is your favorite vacation spot, and why?

Hawaii for its beautiful beaches and geological variations.

Describe something (a thing, person, place, experience, etc.) for which you are especially thankful:

I am thankful to my parents, who provided me with the inspiration and support to excel in academics despite all odds. 

Pick a side

iPhone or Android

iPhone

Early bird or night owl

Night owl

Beach bum or mountain hiker?  

Beach bum

Dress shoes or tennis shoes?

Tennis shoes

Paperback or e-reader? 

E-reader

Coffee or tea?

Tea

Cooking or baking?

Cooking

Sweet or salty?

Salty

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