Mehfooz Ayesha

Ayesha Mehfooz, MBBS

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About Ayesha Mehfooz, MBBS

At a glance

Gender: Female

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Languages: English

Age groups treated: Adult



Commitment to patient-centered care

"I am dedicated to delivering cost-effective, evidence-based, and personalized care, utilizing the latest technologies to address each patient's needs. My goal is to empower patients with the knowledge and support they need to understand and manage their diabetes and endocrine conditions. I prioritize open communication, providing information, counseling, and guidance to help patients make informed decisions about their health care."

Clinical expertise

Dr. Mehfooz is board-certified in Endocrinology. She cares for patients with diabetes as well as thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary disorders. She has a special interest in osteoporosis and bone health.

Credentials

Training & education

Medical school
Army Medical College, Rawalpindi, PAKISTAN

Residency
Internal Medicine, University of South Dakota, Sioux Falls, SD, USA

Fellowship
Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA

My experiences & interests

Publications
  • Mehfooz A, Zeb M, Morey-Vargas O. SUN-LB026, Do CFTR Modulators Treat Cystic Fibrosis-Related Diabetes? J Endocr Soc. 2019 Apr 30;3(Suppl 1):SUN-LB026. doi: 10.1210/js.2019-SUN-LB026. PMCID: PMC6552780.
  • Mehfooz A, Araki T, Burmeister LA, COVID-19 and Cushing Disease: A Protective or a Deadly Combination?, Journal of the Endocrine Society, Volume 5, Issue Supplement_1, April-May 2021, Page A579, doi.org/10.1210/jendso/bvab048.1181.
  • Mehfooz A, Lee YL, Wang Q, Chow LS. Use of Continuous Glucose Monitoring Does Not Alter Hypoglycemic Awareness in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Diabetes 71(Supplement_1), June 2022. DOI:10.2337/db22-700-P.
  • Mehfooz A, Lee YL, Wang Q, Chow LS. Time-Restricted Eating Did Not Alter Glycemic Variability in Humans Who Are Overweight and without Diabetes. Diabetes 71(Supplement_1), June 2022. DOI:10.2337/db22-699-P.
Professional affiliations
  • Endocrine Society
  • American Thyroid Association
  • American Diabetes Association
Licenses and accreditations
  • Board Certified in Endocrinology
Personal

"I love biking, traveling, and exploring various ethnic cuisines. I cherish time spent with my husband and our two kids, often visiting different national parks and enjoying glamping/camping adventures together."