Marzuq Billah

Marzuq Billah, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Medicine (Nephrology) at the Yale School of Medicine. He specializes in managing kidney diseases, particularly home dialysis and advanced kidney disease. Dr. Billah earned his MD from Aureus University School of Medicine (Aruba), completed residency in Internal Medicine at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University (2019), and a Nephrology fellowship at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (2021), with additional training in home dialysis and research. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology.

Education & Training:

• MD: Aureus University School of Medicine, Aruba
• Internal Medicine Residency: SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University
• Nephrology Fellowship: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
• Additional Training: Home Dialysis and Research (Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai)

Research Interests: Dr. Billah focuses on optimizing home dialysis practices, understanding disparities in healthcare access for underrepresented groups, and investigating the impact of SARS-CoV-2 on kidney health. His work includes studies on intraperitoneal pressure dynamics in dialysis patients and clinical outcomes of kidney transplant recipients with viral infections.

Recent Research Trends: His publications highlight innovations in dialysis techniques, pandemic-related kidney complications, and translational research to improve patient care. He collaborates on projects addressing both acute and chronic kidney disease challenges.

Awards:

• Winner, ACP Steps to Success Research Competition (2015)
• 1st Place in Basic Science, Aureus University School of Medicine (2012)

Clinical & Academic Contributions: Dr. Billah advises on clinical care strategies for home dialysis patients and advocates for patient-centered approaches. His work integrates research findings into practice, emphasizing equitable healthcare delivery. He is affiliated with Yale’s Nephrology division and collaborates with institutions like Icahn School of Medicine.