Salahuddin Kazi

Dr. Salahuddin Kazi is a Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at UT Southwestern Medical Center and a member of its Division of Rheumatic Diseases. He holds leadership roles as Vice Chair of Education and Program Director of the Internal Medicine Residency, alongside chairing the Rheumatology Board of the American Board of Internal Medicine. His career spans over three decades, beginning with medical training at Dow Medical College in Pakistan, followed by residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (serving as Chief Resident) and a rheumatology fellowship.

Dr. Kazi's educational philosophy emphasizes intrinsic motivation, psychological safety, and effective communication for optimal learner outcomes. His research focuses on improving healthcare access, quality through disease registries, predictive analytics, and medical education innovation. He actively contributes to professional organizations like the American College of Rheumatology, American College of Physicians, and American Medical Association, participating in committees related to quality improvement and technology.

His extensive publication record includes studies on rheumatoid arthritis management, cardiovascular outcomes in rheumatology patients, and surgical resident well-being tools. Dr. Kazi’s work integrates clinical practice, education, and informatics to advance patient care and train future clinicians.