Newswise — EL PASO, Texas — Some people claim borders are barriers. Others see them as frontiers worthy of exploration. Muhammad Moiz Tahir, M.
D., is one of the newest assistant professors in the Foster School of Medicine’s Department of Internal Medicine. Dr.
Tahir brought with him a passion for community-based, world-class health care and practical preventive practices. Inspired by the similarities between his upbringing along the Pakistan-India border and the vibrant multicultural community he discovered here in our Borderplex region, Dr. Tahir is poised to make a significant impact as a border doctor at the Texas Tech Physicians of El Paso at Alberta clinic.
His dedication to patient-centered medicine and advancing community health initiatives prioritizes putting his patients first to improve our community's health for years to come. Patience with patients “One of the many things I learned throughout medical school and training was to always be passionate,” said Dr. Tahir.
“Try to understand what your patients are saying. Be patient while explaining your findings to them; they’ll listen to you more. They’ll be more engaged with their treatment plan.
Develop a good rapport with patients by having a conversation. It’ll go a long way.” Originally from Pakistan, Dr.
Tahir graduated from King Edward Medical University in 2018 before completing residency training in Philadelphia and joining the Texas Tech Health El Paso faculty in September 2023. He’s deep.