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May 2024
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Episode 4: Being a Female Muslim Physici...

Muslims and Medicine
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In this episode, we sit down and have a discussion with Dr. Nahla about her experiences as a female physician who is visibly Muslim. She also touches on her medical school journey, including completing her undergraduate medical degree in Australia, and returning to Canada for psychiatry residency as an International Medical Graduate (IMG).


Dr. Nahla is a passionate advocate for mental wellness. She is a successful social media influencer who has gained over 141 000 followers on Instagram (@imdoctornahla), and over 328 000 followers on Tik Tok (@doctornahla). Her social media platforms provide mental health education and empower others to heal after trauma. She also elevates the voices of marginalized individuals and advocates for change. 


This episode was originally posted in 2023, but has now been reposted in keeping with our new branding. During the original recording, Dr. Nahla was a second year psychiatry resident. Now she is a fourth year resident.

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