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Dr. Umar Farooq serves as Associate Professor in the Division of Nephrology within the Department of Medicine at The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. His clinical practice focuses on chronic kidney diseases, home dialysis, glomerulonephritis, living donation, and resistant hypertension, while concurrently leading clinical trials targeting diabetic nephropathy and membranous nephropathy.
Education:
- MS in Public Health Sciences, Penn State College of Medicine (2011)
- Nephrology Fellowship, Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center (2010)
- Residency in Internal Medicine, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (2008)
- MBBS, King Edward Medical University Lahore (2001)
Dr. Farooq's research centers on novel drug therapies for diabetic nephropathy progression and cardiovascular disease in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, with significant contributions to kidney transplantation outcomes and resistant hypertension management. His clinical trials investigate renal denervation techniques and membranous nephropathy interventions, reflecting deep expertise in translational nephrology. Recent publications demonstrate evolving focus toward post-transplant renal function assessment, immunosuppression pharmacokinetics, and pandemic-era telehealth applications in renal care.
Scientific Recognition:
- HCAHPS Dean's List for Extraordinary Patient Satisfaction (2012)
As Associate Chief Medical Officer for Penn State Health's academic practice division, Dr. Farooq directs medical education across multiple levels including Nephrology Fellowship core faculty responsibilities, prior roles as Associate Program Director, and leadership of the annual Kidney Updates continuing medical education event. His professional affiliations include the International Society of Nephrology, International Society of Peritoneal Dialysis, and American Society of Hypertension, where he maintains board certification.
Board-certified in nephrology (2010), internal medicine (2008/2018), and clinical hypertension (2013), Dr. Farooq integrates clinical expertise with educational leadership to advance renal care standards and train future nephrologists.
