OMAIR SYED
Lombard,IL
Overview
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Work History
Daytime Acting Chief Resident (DACR) / Big Sibling Resident Program
Adovocate Christ Medical Center
- Provided real-time supervision, mentorship, and guidance to junior residents and medical students during inpatient rotations.
- Delivered bedside teaching on common internal medicine conditions and high-yield board topics; evaluated student H&Ps and provided structured feedback.
- Supported teams during complex patient encounters, difficult communications, and emotionally demanding situations.
Intensive Care Unit - Internal Medicine Resident
Advocate Christ Medical Center
- Managed up to 12 critically ill patients per shift in a high-volume Level I trauma center, performing procedures including arterial lines, central lines, and Swan-Ganz catheterization.
- Led goals-of-care discussions and communicated complex updates with families of critically ill patients.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care to a diverse and underserved patient population.
Senior Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens Pharmacy
- Prepared and dispensed patient medications, maintained inventory, and processed third-party billing and prior authorizations.
- Collaborated with physicians and pharmacy staff to ensure accurate prescription entry, medication transfers, and vaccination support.
- Counseled patients on formulary options and facilitated safe, efficient pharmacy workflow.
Project Lead - ASCUS Pap Smear Follow-Up Study
Advocate Medical Group - Adult Clinic
- Reviewed EHR data for 100+ women with ASCUS Pap smears to determine delays in colposcopy completion.
- Collaborated with gynecology, primary care, and pathology to validate data and identify workflow barriers.
- Proposed process improvements to reduce diagnostic and referral delays.
Project Lead - Colon Cancer Surveillance Study
Advocate Medical Group - Adult Clinic
- Evaluated Stage II-IIIB colon cancer patients to identify gaps in completing recommended 1-year post-treatment surveillance.
- Extracted and analyzed EHR data on surgery, chemotherapy completion, and follow-up timelines.
- Implemented scheduling interventions to improve adherence to surveillance protocols.
Co-Founder - Hematology/Oncology Journal Club
Advocate Christ Medical Center
- Established the residency's first Hem/Onc Journal Club to promote critical evaluation of new literature.
- Selected high-impact articles and facilitated discussions focused on clinical application of emerging data.
- Coordinated with faculty and residents to structure a recurring, educational forum.
Wellness Committee Member
Advocate Christ Medical Center
- Organized inclusive wellness events and recognition initiatives to support resident morale.
- Coordinated celebrations for personal milestones and cultural observances.
- Collaborated with peers to promote a supportive, connected residency environment.
Volunteer
Friends of the Forest Preserves
- Supported ecological restoration by collecting native seeds, removing invasive species, and maintaining trails.
- Helped plan outdoor volunteer activities and community engagement initiatives.
- Promoted environmental awareness through outreach and educational efforts.
Coach / Team Captain - Intramural Sports
Midwestern University
- Coached and organized basketball and football teams, scheduling practices and facilitating team development.
- Promoted teamwork, communication, and physical wellness among peers.
- Balanced leadership responsibilities with demanding academic schedules.
Senior Mentor
ICNA Chicago
- Mentored at-risk youth on academic planning, life skills, and healthy coping strategies.
- Facilitated discussions on career goals, stress management, and personal development.
- Promoted healthy habits including regular exercise, balanced nutrition, and avoidance of substance use.
Education
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine -
Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
Glendale, AZ05.2023
Masters of Arts - Biomedical Science
Midwestern University
Glendale, AZ05.2019
Bachelors of Science - Biology
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2018
Associates of Applied Sciences - General Studies
City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, IL12.2014
Affiliations
- American College of Physicians (ACP)
- American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
- American Society of Hematology (ASH)
- Society of General Internal Medicine (SGIM)
Honors And Awards
- Resident MVP / Kudos, Recognized by patients and co-residents for exceptional performance and contributions in clinic., 08/01/24
- Men's Basketball Champions - Midwestern University Intramural Sports, Awarded championship trophy as part of the winning intramural basketball team., 05/01/21
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), 07/01/23
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 07/01/23
- Pharmacy Technician Board Certification, 07/01/15, 01/01/21
Poster Presentations
- Fake or Fatal? Recognizing Pseudo-TMA and True TTP., Advocate Christ Research Day, 05/14/25, Oak Lawn, IL
- Stent Trouble: Cholecystitis Following Common Bile Duct Stent Insertion., Advocate Christ Research Day, 05/08/24, Oak Lawn, IL
- Clear Cell Renal Cell Carcinoma Presenting in a Not So Clear Way., Society of General Internal Medicine, 05/17/24, Boston, MA
- Drug Induced Microangiopathy: The Vascular Consequences of Abuse., Scientific Day, 05/21/25, Park Ridge, IL
- Assessing Novel Anti-VEGF Therapies and Future Adjunct Therapies of Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration., Midwestern University College of Graduate Studies Poster Conference, 04/05/19, Glendale, AZ
Oral Presentations
- Sickle Cell Hepatopathy., Sickle Cell Disease Tele-Education Series, 04/15/25, Oak Lawn, IL
- Navigating the Arterial Highway: Understanding Carotid Artery Stenosis., Advocate Christ Medical Center - Intern Report, 05/10/24, Oak Lawn, IL
- Acute Chest Syndrome in Sickle Cell Patients., Advocate Christ Medical Center - Senior Report, 02/14/25, Oak Lawn, IL
- To Treat or Not to Treat: LVAD Dilemma., Infectious Disease Case Conference, 11/12/24, Oak Lawn, IL
Publications
- Mallinger L, Syed O, Clarke A, Grahf D., Cracking Under Pressure: A Fatal Case of Post-MI Ventricular Free Wall Rupture., CHEST, 10/01/24, 166, 4, A2691-A2692, 10.1016/j.chest.2024.06.1635,
- Rahim F, Coughlin C, Syed O, Singh S, Memon S, Rozell S., A Case of Encasement: Pulmonary Artery Intimal Sarcoma Presenting as Submassive Pulmonary Embolism., American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, 05/01/25, 211, Abstracts, A7967, 10.1164/ajrccm.2025.211.Abstracts.A7967,
- Syed O, Kalapurakal GT, O'Reilly MR, Park Y, Zalzaleh G., Clear Cell Renal Cell Carcinoma Presenting in a Not So Clear Way., Journal of General Internal Medicine, 06/01/24, 39, 2, s281-s282, 10.1007/s11606-024-08797-5,
- Isabelli A, Joseph E, Tookey D, Syed O, Farooqi S, Dalal S, Hook T, Roy M., Veins of Fate: Unravelling the Intracerebral Mystery., Journal of General Internal Medicine, 06/01/25, Accepted / In-Press,
- Rahim F, Garza K, Syed O, Rozell., Kaposi Sarcoma Took My Breath Away: An Atypical Presentation of Kaposi Sarcoma With Pulmonary Involvement., CHEST Journal, 10/01/25, Accepted / In-Press,
- Syed O, Dalal S, Farooqi S, Isabelli A, Hook T, Kim M, Chaar B., From Chronic Wound to Cancer: The Transformation Into Malignant Squamous Cell Carcinoma., Journal of General Internal Medicine, 06/01/25, Accepted / In-Press,
- Syed O, Mitrollari K, Kim M, Farooqi S, Elahi R., Drug Induced Microangiopathy: The Vascular Consequences of Abuse., Journal of Patient-Centered Research and Reviews (JPCRR), 05/01/25, Under Review
- Farooqi S, Clarke A, Syed O, Elkhatib I., From Shadows to Diagnosis: Unveiling MALT Lymphoma Through a GI Bleed., Critical Care Conference of the Society of Critical Care Medicine, Midwest Chapter, 09/26/24, Published
Hobbies and Interests
- Arts: foreign films, TV shows, audiobooks, live theater, plays
- Hands-on activities: cooking diverse cuisines, indoor gardening
- Outdoor events: food festivals, zoo visits, parades, farmers' markets
- Outdoor activities: hiking, basketball, road trips
State Licenses
Illinois, Temporary/Limited License, 03/01/26
Proficient Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Urdu
Timeline
Daytime Acting Chief Resident (DACR) / Big Sibling Resident Program
Adovocate Christ Medical Center
Intensive Care Unit - Internal Medicine Resident
Advocate Christ Medical Center
Senior Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens Pharmacy
Project Lead - ASCUS Pap Smear Follow-Up Study
Advocate Medical Group - Adult Clinic
Project Lead - Colon Cancer Surveillance Study
Advocate Medical Group - Adult Clinic
Co-Founder - Hematology/Oncology Journal Club
Advocate Christ Medical Center
Wellness Committee Member
Advocate Christ Medical Center
Volunteer
Friends of the Forest Preserves
Coach / Team Captain - Intramural Sports
Midwestern University
Senior Mentor
ICNA Chicago
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine -
Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
Masters of Arts - Biomedical Science
Midwestern University
Bachelors of Science - Biology
University of Illinois at Chicago
Associates of Applied Sciences - General Studies
City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College