Ali Diwan, DO
Dr. Ali Diwan received his medical degree from Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine in Middletown, New York. He received his bachelor’s degree in cell biology and neuroscience from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. The pace of the emergency department setting and the diversity of pathologies that present there are what drove him to pursue emergency medicine. He hopes to incorporate innovative pain management strategies in his future practice.
Dr. Diwan is an avid reader and a fan of the Philadelphia Eagles and Philadelphia 76ers. He also holds a Quranic degree from Al Azhar University in Cairo, Egypt. He has been a proud resident of central New Jersey for more than 25 years.
Zia Umar Farooq, MD
Dr. Farooq is a well-rounded medical professional with a background in both engineering and medicine. He earned his undergraduate degree in biomedical engineering from Rutgers University – New Brunswick in New Brunswick, New Jersey before making a mark in the biotech industry with his work on neural networks and pattern recognition. Dr. Farooq’s pursuit of medicine led him to St. George's University School of Medicine in St. George's, Grenada, where he received his medical degree.
Alongside his academic achievements, Dr. Farooq has shown a longstanding commitment to community service, serving as a volunteer EMT in his local area since he was in high school.
Tim Fisher, MD
Dr. Tim Fisher earned his medical degree from Cooper Medical School of Rowan University in Camden, New Jersey. Before pursuing a career in medicine, Dr. Fisher received his master's degree in education at Drexel University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and worked as a high school math and science teacher in West Philadelphia. He previously owned a lawn care business and received his bachelor’s degree in business management from East Stroudsburg University in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Fisher is a Philadelphia sports fan who enjoys spending time with his family, playing basketball, reading, and visiting the Jersey Shore.
Drew Mazurkiewicz, MD
Dr. Drew Mazurkiewicz is a native of the Mercer and Bucks county region. He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida and became interested in emergency medicine because his mother and brother were emergency department (ED) nurses. Like them, Dr. Mazurkiewicz was attracted to the fast-paced, high-intensity environment of the ED. He received his medical degree from Windsor University School of Medicine in St. Kitts.
Before pursuing a medical career, Dr. Mazurkiewicz was an investor in the stock market and worked as a flair bartender on the side. He also holds an active real estate license. Capital Health was his first choice for residency not only because of the great things he heard about the program, but also because it gave him the chance to come back to the area where much of his family resides.
Outside of work, Dr. Mazurkiewicz enjoys anything that involves the outdoors, including going to the beach, fishing, boating, golfing, and snowboarding. He is also an avid sports fan and is always looking for a pickup game of soccer, basketball, volleyball, or football with friends.
Moses Onwuchekwa, MD
Dr. Moses Onwuchekwa received his undergraduate degree from Rutgers University in Newark, New Jersey and obtained a medical degree from St. George’s School of Medicine in St. George's, Grenada. He completed clinical rotations in multiple hospitals in New Jersey and New York, including St. Michael's Medical Center in Newark, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus, Hackensack Meridian Medical Center in Hackensack, Saint Joseph’s Hospital in Paterson, and The Brooklyn Hospital Center and Woodhull Medical Center in Brooklyn.
Before medical school, Dr. Onwuchekwa was a clinical research scientist with several pharmaceutical companies. He conducted phase I - phase IV clinical trials in oncology, hematology, cardiovascular, and ophthalmology studies.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Onwuchekwa loves to spend time with his beautiful wife and daughter. He is fluent in Igbo, Yoruba, and English.
Shahrukh Syed, DO
Dr. Shahrukh Syed received his medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He received his bachelor’s degree in exercise science and kinesiology and his master’s degree in biological sciences from Rutgers University. Dr. Syed was drawn to emergency medicine for its fast-paced nature, critical care aspect, and wide range of procedures. He has an interest in health care administration and chose Capital Health for its diverse patient population and pathology.
Dr. Syed is fluent in Urdu. He enjoys traveling to national parks, watching movies on the biggest IMAX screens, road trips, and spending time with his family and friends.