Zohaib Farooq graduated from Benedictine University with a bachelor’s degree in Health Science, along with minors in Chemistry and Philosophy through the Honors Scholars Program. Later earned his Master’s degree in Integrative Physiology.
Born in Karachi, Pakistan, and came to the United States at the age of six. Currently, works as a Lead Medical Assistant at DuPage Immediate Care, and also serves as a manager and lead salesperson at BG Motor Cars, a used car dealership.
Fortunate to have gained a variety of leadership experiences throughout my academic and professional journey. Served as a mentor and leader in the Accelerate Career through Education (A.C.E.) program and held executive roles in organizations such as the Student Senate, the Commuter Student Association, and the Orientation Leader team. Contributes to his community as a triage coordinator for the Islamic Center of Naperville’s Shifa Medical Clinic.
His goal is to become a physician and to serve his community through compassionate, patient-centered care. One of his core values is that everyone—regardless of race, background, or ethnicity—deserves respect and the opportunity to become the person they aspire to be.