Farida Malik, MD, at ID Care
Farida Malik, Infectious Disease Doctor
Infectious disease physician expertise
- Board certified in infectious disease and internal medicine by the American Board of Infectious Medicine (ABIM)
- Specializing in the treatment of all infectious diseases, with a special interest in immunocompromised patients
Education
- Infectious Disease Fellowship: University of Texas at Houston (2016)
- Internal Medicine Residency: Monmouth Medical Center (2014)
- Medical School: Aga Khan University and Hospital (2006)
Hospital Affiliations
Why I’m an infectious disease specialist
“As a medical student I was intrigued to learn how different pathogens cleverly worked to infect the human body. Even more remarkable was learning how we managed to create antimicrobials to defeat their defenses. I was also fascinated by the diverse and dynamic nature of the field.”
Approach to infectious disease care
Dr. Farida Malik believes that truly listening to patients’ concerns brings her halfway to the diagnosis. She emphasizes collaboration through a multidisciplinary approach and the careful, cost-effective use of diagnostic modalities to formulate a holistic and comprehensive treatment plan that supports high-quality care and a positive patient experience.
More about Dr. Farida Malik, infectious disease doctor
Dr. Farida Malik finds deep fulfillment in diagnosing complex infectious diseases, which she often compares to solving an intricate puzzle, carefully examining each piece until the full picture becomes clear. She finds immense gratification in identifying the exact problem and then eradicating it with the right medication, helping improve her patients’ quality of life.
Patients value Dr. Malik’s empathetic listening and her ability to build strong, trusting relationships. She is known for being thorough, approachable and deeply compassionate in her care. Dr. Malik is also dedicated to patient education, empowering individuals to take an active role in their treatment and health decisions. Patients value her thoroughness, approachable demeanor, and personalized and compassionate care.
Outside of her clinical work, Dr. Malik enjoys traveling, spending time with her children and designing ethnic wear.
Leadership, Memberships & Research
Leadership
- Former Medical Director at Bedrock Patient Care Medical Group
Memberships
- Infectious Diseases Society of America
- American College of Physicians
- Pakistan Medical & Dental Council
- Volunteer for Aga Khan Health Board, USA
Research
- Fecal indole correlation with microbiome diversity in HSCT recipients with & without intestinal GVHD
- Viral associated diarrhea in immunocompromised and cancer patients at MD Anderson Cancer
- Prevalence and risk factors for childhood obesity in Pakistan
- Difference in outcome using oral or parenteral anti malarials in a tertiary care hospital in Pakistan
- Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of a Karachi slum population regarding the role of products of betel, areca and smokeless tobacco in the etiology of Head & Neck Cancers
- Role of Cyclo oxygenase II (COX II) enzyme in Myocardial Ischemia and Congestive heart failure 2003
Awards & Honors
Awards
- 2015 Infectious Diseases Society of America Best Trainee Abstract Award and Grant
- Awarded Begum Shafiqa Zia ul Haq Scholarship for outstanding academic achievement during medical school for two consecutive years
- Secured third position Nationwide-Board of Higher Secondary Education, Karachi (2000)
- Secured sixth position Nationwide-Board of Secondary Education, Karachi (1998)
Honors
- 2023 Top Infectious Diseases Doctor in Delaware Today magazine
- ACP National Challenge Bowl competition
Life-changing results speak for themselves
“Amazing rapport with patients…extremely friendly and great listeners.”