Chatham-Kent Health Alliance (CKHA) is home to three new Family Medicine resident doctors.
Dr. Farwa Zaib, Dr. Mandeep Dran, and Dr. Saheer Majeed began their post-graduate training at CKHA this month to complete the clinical portion of their medical training.
As resident doctors, they will gain valuable experience by working with local physicians and CKHA staff.
“Chatham-Kent provides a unique and supportive environment for residents to grow both personally and professionally,” said CKHA Chief of Staff Dr. Zeke Milkovic. “They will have the chance to collaborate with dedicated healthcare teams and gain hands-on experience in diverse areas of Family Medicine. We are excited to see the impact they will have on our patients and the broader community during their time with us.”
Dr. Zaib earned her Bachelor of Science at the University of Windsor and her Doctor of Medicine at Schulich School of Medicine.
After her residency, Dr. Zaib hopes to practice in a community clinic where she can provide comprehensive health care and develop lasting relationships with her patients.
"I am excited to begin my residency in Family Medicine,” said Dr. Zaib. “I’m particularly looking forward to training in Chatham, as the smaller hospital setting offers a more personalized, hands-on learning experience and the chance to build strong connections within the health care team."
Dr. Dran earned her Bachelor of Arts from York University before completing her Doctor of Medicine at Avalon University School of Medicine, a private medical school located in Curaçao.
CKHA noted Dran has a strong interest in Family Medicine, Pediatrics, and Obstetrics and Gynecology.
“I enjoy the idea of being involved in preventative care, education and advocacy,” Dr. Dran said. “After completing my residency, I plan to continue building my clinical skills while exploring opportunities to contribute to underserved communities where I can provide comprehensive care and build long-term relationships with patients.”
Dr. Majeed graduated from medical school in Pakistan, then moved to Alberta and pursued a Master of Public Health at the University of Alberta.
She is interested in Emergency Medicine and Family Medicine.
“My father was a Family Physician cardiologist, so I wanted to be a doctor like him my whole life,” said Dr. Majeed. “I want to take these residency years to explore my interests and get experience in the Family Medicine field.”