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

5 Common EHR Implementation Challenges
5 Common EHR Implementation Challenges
Healthcare providers are increasingly moving away from traditional paper-based records and embracing electronic health record (EHR) systems. HealthIT.gov reports that 86% of office-based physicians now use some form of EHR, with 80% utilizing a certified EHR system. However, the path to implementing a successful EHR system is filled with challenges...
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A Step-By-Step Guide On How To Successfully Switch EHR Systems
A Step-By-Step Guide On How To Successfully Switch EHR Systems
Switching electronic health record (EHR) systems is a major decision that demands careful planning and execution. A recent Deloitte survey revealed that 70% of healthcare executives believe their existing EHR systems are inadequate to meet future demands. As healthcare organizations look to improve interoperability, support value-based care, and enhance patient...
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What Is Patient Intake And How EHRs Improve The Process?
What Is Patient Intake And How EHRs Improve The Process?
Patient intake refers to the process healthcare providers use to collect essential information from patients before their medical appointments. This includes gathering personal details, medical history, insurance information, and any other relevant data. It’s the first step in the patient’s journey within a healthcare facility, setting the stage for smooth...
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A Comprehensive Guide To Telehealth Best Practices
A Comprehensive Guide To Telehealth Best Practices
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Best Hospice EMR Systems For 2026
Best Hospice EMR Systems For 2026
Hospice agencies face several Electronic Medical Record (EMR) challenges that put them on the brink of operational inefficiency. These usually include coordinating interdisciplinary teams (IDTs), updating care plans on the fly, documenting end-of-life care accurately, and staying compliant with Medicare hospice rules.Choosing the wrong EMR can slow down the already...
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Top Advantages of Implementing EMR System In Your Practice
Top Advantages of Implementing EMR System In Your Practice
EMR systems like the NextGen Software have been heralded by physicians and experts as a viable alternative to costly and cumbersome CRMs. NextGen medical software offers the advantages of cloud computing combined with on-demand access to physician data from anywhere in the world. Let’s take a look at some of...
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Top Five EMR Software for Urgent Care Practices in 2026
Top Five EMR Software for Urgent Care Practices in 2026
Urgent care practices have a fast-paced emergency facility with a high patient volume. Switching to a functional urgent care EMR software solution can help providers save time, reduce expenses, and improve patient outcomes.The industry of EMR is continuously evolving. While it promises fast delivery, easily accessible medical care, maximum functionality,...
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Top 9 Best Patient Portal Software (2026)
Top 9 Best Patient Portal Software (2026)
Is your staff overwhelmed by appointment, refill, and billing calls while patients struggle to reach care teams through slow, phone-based communication? Investing in a good patient portal software can help care teams address these issues.Finding the right patient portal software can be cumbersome for some. It is possible to get...
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