Dr. Natasha Bhuyan Recognized as One of Phoenix’s 40 Under 40
Natasha Bhuyan, MD, a clinical assistant professor at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix in the Department of Family, Community and Preventive Medicine, has been selected as a member of the Phoenix Business Journal’s 40 Under 40. The award recognizes young business and civic leaders for their professional success and their service to the community.
“It’s very humbling to receive this award,” Dr. Bhuyan said. “My ‘North Star’ is and always will be service to patients — both an individual patient as well as a community.”
Natasha Bhuyan, MD
Dr. Bhuyan, an Arizona native, graduated from the UArizona College of Medicine – Tucson in 2012, and completed her residency with the Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix Family Medicine Residency program. As a medical student, she was involved in the Commitment to Underserved People (CUP) Programs, which provides students the opportunity to work with medically underserved populations.
“I am so thankful for the CUP Programs for instilling in us the value of supporting vulnerable populations. I’ve continued to stay involved in care for people experiencing homelessness as a preceptor at the College of Medicine Student Health Outreach for Wellness program in Phoenix,” Dr. Bhuyan said. “Truly improving health outcomes will take a multitude of factors, including public policy, social support and economic alignment.”
“Being a physician, I always thought my strengths were in areas focused on evidence-based medicine or direct patient care,” Dr. Bhuyan said. “However, I’ve learned that understanding the system of medicine is just as important as understanding the science of medicine. To be recognized as a business leader while being a physician is a unique honor.”
Dr. Bhuyan launched and heads the Leadership Development program for clinicians at One Medical in Phoenix. She encourages participants to set and work toward their professional goals.
“So many times, I’ve had a clinician tell me they never envisioned themselves as a leader, but now they feel empowered thanks to the tools we provided,” Dr. Bhuyan said. “I often find this sentiment among females, including nurse practitioners and physician assistants, who we proudly support in medical director roles at One Medical.”
Dr. Bhuyan volunteers as an advocate for education in marginalized communities and providing access to health care for homeless people. Her interests include innovative primary care models, health policy, digital health, LGBT care and patient safety.