Hamza Asif, MD
Dr. Hamza Asif received his medical degree from St. Georges University School of Medicine in Grenada after earning a bachelor’s degree in exercise science from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Dr. Asif first became interested in emergency medicine while working as an emergency department scribe as an undergrad student. This interest was solidified by great experiences and mentorship from wonderful physicians along the way.
Dr. Asif is from Lawrenceville, New Jersey and is excited to return to the hospital where he was born and serve the community he has lived in his entire life. He enjoys traveling to different countries with his wife, watching football, and playing pickup sports, whether it’s basketball or pickleball.
Sydney Haas, MD
Dr. Sydney Haas studied biological chemistry at the University of Texas at Arlington and worked as an environmental field chemist before deciding to pursue a career in medicine. She received her medical degree from St. George’s University in Grenada. Originally from Texas, Dr. Haas moved to northern New Jersey for clinical rotations. The changing seasons, great hiking spots, and easy access to multiple cities and family made it an ideal place to settle down.
Outside of work, Dr. Haas enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, getting outside for a hike, and working on DIY projects around the house.
Matthew Kesinger, MD
Dr. Matthew Kesinger grew up in Texas and studied philosophy as an undergraduate. Before going into medicine, Dr. Kesinger worked in education and business in South Korea, Italy, and Pennsylvania. He began in medicine as an EMT in Massachusetts, before earning a master's degree in health care management from Carnegie Mellon. He completed his MD at the University of Pittsburgh.
Dr. Kesinger enjoys traveling with his family and outdoor activities, including hiking, scuba diving, and sailing.
Areeba Mazhar, MD
Dr. Areeba Mazhar received her bachelor’s degree in biology (with a minor in chemistry) from George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia. She received her medical degree St. George’s University in Grenada. Dr. Mazhar has experience working as an optometrist assistant and volunteered for different hospitals across northern Virginia, as well as for Heartland Hospice.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Mazhar enjoys traveling and making sweet treats. She loves spending time with friends and family (including her fur baby), exploring restaurants and cafes, and making the best iced lattes. She is fluent in Urdu and Punjabi.
Farya Rehman, MD
Dr. Farya Rehman was born in Queens, New York, and spent her formative years in New York and Dubai. She earned her medical degree from Dubai Medical University and later worked in emergency medicine in the United Arab Emirates. Dr. Rehman feels most at home in a pediatric emergency department.
In her free time, Dr. Rehman enjoys baking anything with chocolate for her husband and fellow residents, binge reading new books, and traveling.
Maureen White, MD
Dr. Maureen White earned her medical degree from St. George’s University in Grenada and completed her clinical training in Brooklyn, New York. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Fordham University and previously worked in wealth management before transitioning to a career in medicine.
Originally from New Jersey, Dr. White is glad to be back in her home state to continue her training and be near family and friends. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, trying new restaurants, traveling, and spending time outdoors.