HEAL for Muslims
HEAL for Muslims began in May 2017 as an initiative by then PGY-2 Psychiatry resident Samaiya Mushtaq, M.D., to connect Muslim housestaff across residencies and fellowships in different departments. The objectives for HEAL for Muslims include increasing engagement and support for Muslim trainees. HEAL for Muslims hosts an annual iftar and quarterly meetings on issues relevant to the group such as campus prayer space and patients’ attitudes toward providers.
Trainees as well as faculty from all backgrounds are welcome!
HEAL for Muslims will relaunch, virtually, February 8, 2022 (6-7pm)! Check your inbox for details on how to join. You may also email HEAL or Maryyam Sehgal if you have questions.
Previous Sessions
Date | Topic | Time | Location |
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June 20, 2017 | Iftar Celebration | 8-10 p.m. | A.W. Harris Faculty Club (E4.400) |
October 19, 2017 | Exploring the Physician Experience with Patient Discrimination | 5:30- 7 p.m. | D1.102 Classroom (South Campus) |
March 28, 2018 | Work, Life, Religion, Balance | 5-6 p.m. |
Parkland Family Medicine Clinic (6th floor conference room) 5920 Forest Park Rd., Dallas, TX 75235 |
June 13, 2018 | Ramadan Iftar | 8-10 p.m. | A.W. Harris Faculty Club (E4.400) |
October 2, 2018 | Identity & Disclosure of Religion in the Workplace | 6-8 p.m. | New Parkland Hospital (NPH) - Room 01.510 |
January 31, 2019 | Mentorship: Being & Having a Mentor | 6:30-8 p.m. | D1.200 Classroom (South Campus) |
March 26, 2019 | Uniting in Harmony: Reflecting on the New Zealand Tragedy | 6-7:30 p.m. | New Parkland Hospital (NPH) Chapel |
May 14, 2019 | Ramadan Iftar | 8-10 p.m. | A.W. Harris Faculty Club (E4.400) |
HEAL for Muslims Leadership
Rana Said, M.D.
Professor
Pediatrics and Neurology

Osman Ali, M.D.
Associate Professor
Psychiatry

Maryyam Sehgal, MHA
Program Coordinator
Office of Faculty Diversity
Office of Faculty Development