Farzana Hoque MD, MRCP, FACP, FRCP
American Board Certified Physician, Hospitalist, Speaker, Medical Director, 40 Under 40 Leader
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About Dr. Farzana Hoque
Dr. Farzana Hoque is a trusted physician leader, strategic problem solver, and recognized speaker. She is an Associate Professor of Internal Medicine in the Division of Hospital Medicine at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. She also serves as the Co-Director of Medicine Sub-Internship. As the inaugural Medical Director of Bordley Tower, SLU’s legacy hospital, she leads interdisciplinary teams providing compassionate care to over 22,000 patients annually, many of whom face prolonged hospitalizations due to socioeconomic challenges and complex comorbidities. Dr. Hoque is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, a Fellow of the American College of Physicians & Royal College of Physicians of the UK. She completed her term as the President of the Society of Hospital Medicine St. Louis Chapter for three years and an elected member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.
Dr. Hoque's work has garnered recognition, earning her multiple prestigious awards and accolades, including the Caring Physician Award, Physician of the Quarter Award, and Excellence in Professionalism Award from Saint Louis University. She was named Physician of the Year by SSM Health—the sole physician selected from eight hospitals and over 2,500 physicians in St. Louis. She was also recognized as a Leader of Distinction by the YWCA St. Louis, a FOX 2 Remarkable Woman, and a 40 Under 40 honoree by the St. Louis Business Journal.
Her national awards include the Unsung Hero Award from the Society of Hospital Medicine, the Young Achiever Award from the American College of Physicians (for three consecutive years), and both the Inspire Award and Exceptional Mentor Award from the American Medical Women’s Association.
Dr. Hoque’s parents are lawyers. Her beloved mother always believed that Medicine is one of the most fascinating, intriguing careers ever. Dr. Hoque’s mother’s values inspired and pushed her to do her best every day to become the first physician in her extended family. Dr. Hoque earned an MD in medicine through the 6-year program from the University of Dhaka, Bangladesh's most prestigious university. She was in the top 5% of her class. After that, Dr. Hoque completed post-graduation residency training in Internal Medicine in the United States of America. She practiced medicine as an Attending Physician in Bangladesh & elected as a Fellow of the Bangladesh College of Physicians & Surgeons through competitive national exam.
As an academic hospitalist, she supervises medical residents and students caring for hospitalized patients. She has mentored over 40 undergraduate, medical students, residents, APPs, and early career faculty. A nationally and internationally recognized speaker, Dr. Hoque has been invited to deliver over 80 lectures at scientific conferences, symposiums, and universities. Her expertise includes emotional intelligence, empathy, and leadership; malpractice prevention and patient experience; visual diagnosis, pre-operative management, anticoagulation, and heart failure. She has published over 70 publications, serves on the editorial board for SGIM Forum, Interactive Journal of Medical Research, and is Deputy Editor of the Journal of BMANA. Dr. Hoque serves as Chair of the American Medical Women’s Association IMG Initiative, mentoring and supporting physicians.
" I am committed to provide each of my patients the high-quality compassionate care and dedication that I would expect to receive from my physician."
- Dr. Farzana Hoque
"40 Under 40" Honoree by St. Louis Business Journal
Selected from more than 350 nominations of proven leaders across all industries in St. Louis in 2023.
https://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/news/2023/11/02/40-under-40-awards-farzana-hoque-ssm-health.html
Invited to Throw the First Pitch at Cardinals Game at Busch Stadium.
Inivted to throw the ceremonial first pitch at the St. Louis Cardinals game on July 16 at the Busch Stadium.
Dr. Hoque was recognized for her service to patients and praise she has received from faculty and staff.
Speaker at World-Leading Universities and Conferences
Over 80 invited talks delivered at national and international conferences and universities
President, Society of Hospital Medicine St. Louis Chapter
Caring Physician Award
Nominated by patients, nurses, and the ancillary staff.
Young Achiever Award Winner from the American College of Physicians (ACP) for 3 Consecutive Years.
Photo: at American College of Physicians (ACP) National Conference
Clinical Award: Physician of the Year
Received this award as the solo physician from all SSM Health healthcare services of St. Louis, Missouri, USA.
"Unsung HERO" Award by the Society of Hospital Medicine
National Award by the Society of Hospital Medicine (SHM), Solo recipient in 2023.
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