Abdul Aleem

I am a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine and critical care, with extensive experience across both clinical practice and academic medicine. I am dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care while supporting medical education and continuous clinical improvement.

Throughout my career, I have managed a broad spectrum of acute and complex medical conditions, including critical care cases such as respiratory failure, septic shock, and multi-organ dysfunction. I am proficient in advanced procedures, emergency interventions, and chronic disease management, and I collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

In addition to my clinical work, I have been actively involved in teaching and mentoring medical students and residents, with hands-on experience delivering clinical instruction and bedside education. Recognized for both my clinical expertise and commitment to education, I continue to pursue excellence in internal medicine through collaboration, ongoing learning, and a strong foundation in ethical medical practice.

• Michigan License: Full, Exp. Date: 06/2028
• Illinois License: Full, Exp. Date: 07/2026
• Indiana License: Full, Exp. Date: 10/2025
• Compact License (IMLCC): Full, Active
• Pakistan Medical and Dental Council
• ABIM Certification: Valid Through: 12/2029
• ECFMG Certification: USA, 2015
• ACLS/BLS Certification: Exp. Date: 06/2025
• Fundamental of Critical Care Support (FCCS) Course Certified

• A Case of Sudden Severe Toxicity from Methotrexate after Use for 22 Years - ACP Annual Meeting, Traverse City, MI, USA, Aleem, A., Khan, H., Naik, H., October 2017.
• A Rare Case of Symptomatic Low-Grade Dapsone-Induced Methemoglobinemia with Fluctuation in Symptoms and Methemoglobin Levels Even with Aggressive Management - Annual CHEST Meeting, San Antonio, TX, USA, Aleem, A., Yousuf, J., March 2018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chest.2018/08/001456
• Knowledge & Practices Among Medical Students Regarding Smoking & Its Hazards - Community Medicine Conference, Allama Iqbal Medical College, Lahore, PAK, Mehmod, A., Sarwar, U., Aleem, A., October 2009.
• Localization of Neurological Lesions in Brainstem and Spinal Cord Using History and Physical Examination - Pakistan Society of Neurology, Lahore, PAK, Numan, A., Raza, M.A., Aleem, A., August 2014.
• Role of Steroids in the Management of Acute Exacerbation of Asthma - Pakistan Medical Association, Lahore, PAK, Aleem, A., August 2013.
• Management of NSTEMI/Unstable Angina on the Medical Floor - Clinicopathological Conference, Jinnah Hospital, Lahore, PAK, Aleem, A., August 2013.
• A Rare Case of Cardiac Tamponade: Use of POCT Ultrasound in the Evaluation of Pericardial/Pleural Fluid - Annual Meeting, Trinity Health Michigan, SJMH, Pontiac, MI, USA, Aleem, A., September 2017.
• Overuse of Antibiotics in Asymptomatic Bacteriuria: A Quality Improvement Project - SEMCME Research Forum, Dearborn, MI, USA, and Michigan Summit on Quality Improvement & Patient Safety, Aleem, A.
• Sepsis Bundle Compliance at St. Mary Mercy Hospital, Livonia: A Quality Improvement Initiative - Aleem, A.
• Antibiotic Resistance and Overuse of Antibiotics in Community-Acquired Pneumonia: A Quality Improvement Initiative - St. Mary Mercy Hospital, Livonia, MI, USA, Aleem, A.
• Synchronous Quadruple Primary Cancer and Management Challenges: A Case Report - Submitted, April 2024, Aleem, A.
• A Rare Case of Spontaneous Tumor Lysis Syndrome in a Patient Recently Diagnosed with Stage IV Pancreatic Cancer - Annual CHEST Meeting, San Antonio, TX, USA, Aleem, A., Nanthabalan, S., Naik, H., 2018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chest.2018/08/001456
• Massive Fatal Intraperitoneal Bleeding from Gastrohepatic Ligament Following PEG Tube Placement: An Extremely Rare Complication - Annual CHEST Meeting, San Antonio, TX, USA, Aleem, A., Sultani, N., 2018. https://journal.chestnet.org/article/S0012-3692(18)30808-5/fulltext
• Rhabdomyolysis: A Rare Presentation of Central Hypothyroidism - Journal of Endocrine Society, Humphries, D., Haddad, J., Aleem, A., Published November 2022. https://academic.oup.com/jes/article/6/Supplement_1/A780/6787235
• Glomangiosarcoma Involving the Heart with an Unknown Primary Lesion - Cureus, Ejaz, K., Raza, M.A., Aleem, A., Maroof, S., Tahir, H., Published 2018. https://www.cureus.com/articles/13428-glomangiosarcoma-involving-the-heart-with-an-unknown-primary-lesion
• High-Grade Burkitt Lymphoma Presenting as a Bulky Mass and Foot Drop: A Case Report and Literature Review - Cureus, Ejaz, K., Raza, M.A., Khan, Q.A., Ahmed, R.S., Aleem, A., Published 2018. https://www.cureus.com/articles/13434-high-grade-burkitt-lymphoma-presenting-as-a-buttock-mass-and-foot-drop
• High-Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC) in Post-Extubation Care: A Review Article - Submitted May 2024, Aleem, A.
• Navigating Inferior Vena Cava Thrombosis: A Case Report and Literature Review - Submitted April 2024, Ahmed, R.S., Aleem, A.
• Persistent Lactic Acidosis Despite Aggressive IV Fluid Therapy: Unmasking Thiamine Deficiency - Submitted May 2024, Aleem, A.

• American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST)
• American College of Physicians (ACP)
• American Medical Association (AMA)
• American Thoracic Society (ATS)
• Association of Physicians of Pakistani Descent of North America (APPNA)
• Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM)
• Society of Hospital Medicine (SHM)
• Member of Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC)
• American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)

• Flood Relief Camps (2010): Participated in providing medical care and support during flood relief efforts in South Punjab, organized by Allama Iqbal Medical College Lahore.
• Dengue Epidemic, Lahore (2012): Volunteered as a physician during the dengue fever epidemic at Jinnah Hospital, offering medical assistance and public health education. Recognized for dedicated volunteer work.
• Patient Welfare Society (2005-2014), Allama Iqbal Medical College/Jinnah Hospital, Lahore: Led and contributed to patient care initiatives, organized medical camps, and health awareness programs. Documented blood groups of medical students, nurses, and resident physicians, saving multiple lives. Recognized by various organizations for this work.
• Flood Relief Efforts (2014): Led the flood relief camp in Muzaffargarh, Punjab, providing medical services and managing patient care during the disaster.
• AIMCAANA (Allama Iqbal Medical College Alumni Association of North America) Loan Committee: Served as the Co-Chairman, contributing to financial support initiatives for medical students and professionals.
• AIMCAANA (Allama Iqbal Medical College Alumni Association of North America) Research Committee: Member, mentoring and educating young physicians in research activities.

• Muhammad Usman Ghani, MD - ghani1mu@cmich.edu, 347-324-0079
• Shahram Maroof, MD - doctorshahrammaroof@gmail.com, 732-822-8483
• Aman Ullah, MD - dr.amanullah786@gmail.com, 248-564-8153
• Syed Umer Mohsin, MD - mohsi1su@cmich.edu, 832-757-3529