Azfar Ahmad Farooqi

Azfar Ahmad Farooqi

Medical Tech Reviewer

Azfar Ahmad Farooqi is a physician by profession and works as a hospitalist for the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He is a member of the American College of Physicians and the Society of Hospital Medicine, and currently serves on his hospital’s antibiotic stewardship committee. Azfar is also a part of the teaching faculty for visiting medical students from Drexel University. Previously, he was a part of the teaching faculty for the Internal Medicine residency at Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional Medical Center.

Over a span of 8+ years, Azfar’s work focuses on primary care and general practice in resource-limited or medically underprivileged settings, and in this regard, he aims to bridge the gap between lack of access and cutting-edge medical science. His career has seen him learning the ropes of various EMR systems, including Epic, McKesson, Athenahealth, and Cerner.

EXPERTISE

  • Hospital & Internal Medicine
  • Medical Education & Mentorship
  • Antimicrobial Stewardship
  • Primary Care & General Practice
  • Clinical Informatics & EMR Systems
  • Quality Improvement & Patient Safety 

Resources

7 Benefits Of Telehealth For Patients And Providers
7 Benefits Of Telehealth For Patients And Providers
Have you ever thought why telehealth is important or how does it improve patient care?Telehealth—the delivery of healthcare services through digital forms of communication—is a rapidly evolving industry. It enables patients to easily access medical services, supported by tools like emr software without visiting healthcare facilities.Telehealth bridges fundamental gaps in...
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How To Develop An Effective EMR Systems Training Plan For Your Practice Staff?
How To Develop An Effective EMR Systems Training Plan For Your Practice Staff?
In healthcare, the successful use of electronic medical record (EMR) systems relies on effective training for your staff. As these EMR systems become more complex and integral to daily operations, the ability to navigate them with confidence is paramount. EMR software training is not just about familiarizing staff with the technology;...
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8 mins read

Telehealth Examples And Use Cases
Telehealth Examples And Use Cases
Telehealth is bringing changes in healthcare by offering patients an opportunity to receive medical services without being physically present. Imagine a patient in a village could perhaps be treated by a doctor who is many miles away via electronic communication, such as phone and video calls, without having to travel...
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6 mins read

What Is Practice Management In Healthcare?
What Is Practice Management In Healthcare?
Practice management in healthcare refers to the administrative aspects of medical practice, as well as strategic and operational tasks that allow healthcare providers to manage financials and optimize daily operations. Without efficient practice management, organizations can struggle with patient satisfaction and revenue generation. In fact, it is estimated that poor...
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8 mins read

How To Learn EMR Systems: A Comprehensive Guide For Healthcare Professionals
How To Learn EMR Systems: A Comprehensive Guide For Healthcare Professionals
Electronic medical records (EMR) systems are an integral part of the modern digitally connected healthcare world. With the growth of EMR Software usage by healthcare organizations, it has become increasingly important for professionals within the space to gain expertise in using these systems to provide better patient care.However, for those...
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5 Essentials of an Effective Patient Engagement Strategy in 2026
5 Essentials of an Effective Patient Engagement Strategy in 2026
Despite having top-tier EMR software like athenahealth, AdvancedMD, and eClinicalWorks, some practices find patient engagement increasingly difficult. With the current pandemic and the digitalization of healthcare, it has become increasingly difficult for practices to engage with patients. So the question arises, “What can you do now?!” In this article, we’ll...
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All-in-One EHR Implementation Plan Template
All-in-One EHR Implementation Plan Template
A successful electronic health record (EHR) system implementation requires strategic planning, particularly regarding the time frame for adopting or switching EHRs. Poor planning can lead to delays, data transfer issues, and potential patient harm. An ineffective EHR installation can disrupt daily operations, causing staff disorientation, technical interruptions, and increased security vulnerabilities....
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EHR & Practice Management Software: What's the Differences?
EHR & Practice Management Software: What's the Differences?
(function(d,u,ac){var s=d.createElement('script');s.type='text/javascript';s.src='https://a.omappapi.com/app/js/api.min.js';s.async=true;s.dataset.user=u;s.dataset.account=ac;d.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(s);})(document,343215,363069); EHR and practice management software are both indispensable tools for medical practices, but they serve different purposes. EHR/EMR software focuses on managing patient medical records and clinical data, while practice management systems streamline the administrative and financial aspects of running a medical practice.  (function(d,u,ac){var s=d.createElement('script');s.type='text/javascript';s.src='https://a.omappapi.com/app/js/api.min.js';s.async=true;s.dataset.user=u;s.dataset.account=ac;d.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(s);})(document,343215,363069); (function(d,u,ac){var s=d.createElement('script');s.type='text/javascript';s.src='https://a.omappapi.com/app/js/api.min.js';s.async=true;s.dataset.user=u;s.dataset.account=ac;d.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(s);})(document,343215,363069); Understanding the key differences between...
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