Dr. Arshiya Baig

Professor

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Biography

Arshiya Baig is a Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Chicago, with a focus on clinical interests in Community Medicine, Diabetes Prevention, Healthcare Disparities, and Preventive Medicine. She is an accomplished health services researcher dedicated to improving diabetes care outcomes, particularly in Latino populations. With experience as a U.S. Fulbright Scholar in Colombia, Dr. Baig has presented seminars on community-based research methods. Her notable achievements include receiving several prestigious awards such as the 'Breaking Barriers Health Wellness' Award from the Chicago Foundation for Women and the University of Chicago Faculty Award for Distinguished Community Service. She has held leadership roles including President of the Midwest Society of General Internal Medicine and is a respected member of the editorial board of the Journal of General Internal Medicine. A gifted medical educator, she has also received accolades as a Fellow of the Academy of Distinguished Medical Educators and the Clinical Teacher of the Year from the Department of Medicine. Additionally, she co-directs the Scholarship Discovery Program at the Pritzker School of Medicine, training and supporting medical students to complete mentored research projects.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Professor in the Department of Medicine specializing in community-based health research and diabetes care.

Awards

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Breaking Barriers Health Wellness Award

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University of Chicago Faculty Award for Distinguished Community Service and Advocacy

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Midwest Society General Internal Medicine Award for Community Service Advocacy

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Writing sample Candidate statement
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy