About Us

Why I am passionate about the Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L. Program?

The amount of medical supplies being discarded each year is such a waste of resources and being involved in the Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L. Program is a way I can tangibly help reduce the number of supplies being discarded.

My education:

BSE & MS BME from ASU

Personal interests:

Diamond art, rock climbing, and dance!

Something unique bout myself:

In high school and college I participated in robotics competitions!

Why I am passionate about the Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L. Program?

So many people are in need of medical supplies, yet tons go to waste every year.  I love the elegancy of the Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L Program's solution to redistribute that excess, aiding people in need while making the medical field more sustainable.

My education:

BA, UCLA

Personal interests:

Rock climbing, art, reading

Something unique bout myself:

I was involved in an organization that does the same thing as Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L when I was at UCLA.  I am grateful to be able to continue that work through R.E.N.E.W.A.L.

Why I am passionate about the Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L. Program?

Throughout all my clinical experiences in healthcare, I have seen the enormous amount of supplies go to waste due to issues like over stocking and supplies simply not being used, among other things. I also see the populations who may not have that leisure of having enough supplies and are struggling to maintain a constant inventory to provide safe and holistic care to individuals in need. As a refugee myself and now working with refugee and immigrant populations, there is a lot of hesitancy surrounding healthcare due to such factors. The Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L programs allows us to bridge this gap while promoting sustainability and thinking about ways to become more efficient with the way these supplies are being used. 

My education:

Current junior at ASU studying Biomedical Sciences with an Arabic Certificate

Personal interests:

Playing volleyball, hiking, henna designs, volunteering, traveling

Something unique bout myself:

I have been to 4 different countries and flew across the country by myself when I was 16 :)

Why I am passionate about the Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L. Program?

Growing up in the Pacific Northwest, I was always surrounded by beautiful nature and scenery. This first made me passionate about the environment and recycling in high school and undergrad, leading me to volunteer extensively in sustainability based non-profits. Coming to medical school, I was completely unaware of the sheer amount of waste that is the produced by everyday medical practice. I am passionate about the Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L program since it addresses the problem of medical waste, which can have profound benefits on the environment, while also allowing for cost savings which can help drive more equitable medical care. Being able to serve a larger population while also doing good to the environment is a true win-win and I am grateful to be a part of this program.

My education:

University of Washington, BS

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, MD Candidate Class of 2025

Personal interests:

Sports, history, space, technology in medicine, surgery

Something unique bout myself:

I am currently trying to memorize every battle of the Western front of World War 2.

Why I am passionate about the Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L. Program?

Sustainability in general is such an important concept that I think we, as humans, need to be cognizant of because of the way that we contribute to it and also experience the effects of. As someone who intends to have a career as a physician, the role of sustainability within medicine is important to me. In so many communities across the world, there is a lack of medical supplies and, in contrast, there are also many communities with a surplus of supplies that run the risk of being wasted. I'm passionate about the Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L. program because it builds a bridge between these contrasting experiences and solves two problems at once by relocating medical supplies that are in a surplus to areas with a great need of such supplies, thereby ensuring that there is greater sustainability within medicine. 

My education:

Graduated from Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts & Sciences and Barrett the Honors College) in Spring 2022 with a Bachelors of Science degree in Medical Microbiology. 

Personal interests:

Painting (especially landscapes), Reading (trying out reading multiple books at once), Henna (so fun & therapeutic), Hiking (always new trails to explore)

Something unique bout myself:

I love the moon, and my sister informed me recently that there is a word for this: selenophile. The moon is a pretty important symbol in my faith (Islam) and culture (Pakistani), and beyond that I really enjoy looking at the moon and capturing it in art, it's really comforting and captivating for me. A glowing orb in the sky that changes shapes throughout each month, what's not to love? 

Why I am passionate about the Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L. Program?

As a medical student, I am passionate about improving access to healthcare for underserved communities. The Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L. Program aligns with this passion by providing a valuable service of redistributing unused health equipment to those who need it most. This program not only helps bridge the healthcare gap in underserved communities but also contributes to reducing medical waste. By being a part of the Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L. Program, I have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals who would otherwise lack access to proper healthcare equipment.

My education:

BS at San Diego State University

MS at Western University of Health Sciences

MD candidate at University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix

Personal interests:

Weightlifting, watching sports, and cooking.

Something unique bout myself:

Woodworking has always been a passion of mine, especially turning wood on a lathe. I have recently started incorporating resin into my pieces, adding a unique character to the piece. My most memorable projects have been those that began with no specific vision in mind - allowing the wood to speak for itself.

Why I am passionate about the Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L. Program?

Before joining Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L., I did not have much exposure to the importance of sustainability in general and actually became interested in the field because one of my roommates is pursuing a sustainability major. I remember her bringing a compost bin to our kitchen for food scraps and eventually seeing these bins all around campus. As an aspiring healthcare professional, I have come to realize that sustainability is just as important in the medical field. Whether that is ensuring the proper disposal of hazardous and medical waste or aiming to bridge the gap between surplus and shortage of supplies, I am grateful to be a part of the work we do here at Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L. Through my role in our curriculum development team, I am hopeful that we can help educate more individuals about this cause.

My education:

ASU Barrett '25 studying Biological Sciences

Personal interests:

Dancing (Indian classical), singing, playing badminton, roller-skating, cursive calligraphy, creating Spotify playlists

Something unique bout myself:

The longest flight I have been on was 16 hours from Los Angeles to Tokyo!

Why I am passionate about the Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L. Program?

The ability to join a group of amazing people working together to limit medical waste and ensure that medical supplies reach individuals within underserved areas in the US and beyond.

My education:

B.S. in Biological Sciences 

MMS in Medical Studies

Personal interests:

panting, baking, and obviously medicine

Why I am passionate about the Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L. Program?

I hate to see good supplies go to waste-- especially when there are people in need.

My education:

Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine

Personal interests:

Playing and watching sports, smoking meats, playing guitar

Something unique bout myself:

I can speak Russian.

Why I am passionate about the Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L. Program?

Before joining Medical The earth does not have a stable environmental status at the moment and I believe that addressing the opportunities to more consciously use resources in healthcare industry can leave a positive impact on this issue.

My education:

Scripps College '11-BA in French Studies

Los Angeles Film School '13-AS in Audio Engineering

University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix '22- MS in Medical Studies

University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix '26- MD in progress

Personal interests:

Weightlifting, dog training, video editing, sound editing, music production, songwriting, dancing, cooking/baking, arts and crafts.

Something unique bout myself:

French is my second language

Why I am passionate about the Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L. Program?

Throughout my undergraduate years, I had experience founding and running a cost-free clinic and came to realize the large barriers associated with securing supplies to operate the clinic. I saw Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L. as an initiative that fulfills a large gap within the community clinics realm. Medical R.E.N.E.W.A.L. allowed me to expand my work within cost-free clinics within my community and across the world.

My education:

Arizona State University - Medical Microbiology

Personal interests:

Soccer and lifting

Something unique bout myself:

In my 4 years of high-school, I attended 3 different highschools in different parts of the world.