Dr. Andrew Moawad
Dr. Andrew Moawad is a board-certified internist and board eligible clinical informatician with experience using healthcare technology and data to optimize patient care. Dr. Moawad has been at the forefront of Primary Care using innovative tools and expertise in AI, telehealth, remote patient monitoring, and population health to develop and implement modern solutions that improve patient outcomes and satisfaction. Dr. Moawad continues to build on years of experience prophylactically solving medical conditions including cardiovascular disease risk reduction, heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, chronic kidney disease, hypertension, sleep disorders, mental health, and preventive screening. He is passionate about primary care and seeks to be affable, able, and available.
Academic Background
Fellowship: University of Chicago, Clinical Informatics
Masters: University of Chicago, Master of Biomedical informatics
Chief Residency: NYU-Langone Hospital-Long Island
Residency: NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island, Internal medicine
Medical School: Medical University of the Americas
Masters: Hofstra University, Master of Health Administration
Undergraduate Degree: Carnegie Mellon University
Board Certifications
Dr. Moawad is board certified in:
Internal Medicine
Board-eligible for Clinical Informatics
Professional Memberships
American College of Physicians
Society of General Internal Medicine
American Medical Informatics Association
AMIA Clinical Informatics Fellows
Health Information and Management Systems Society
Get to Know Dr. Andrew Moawad
Why Did You Become a Doctor
Growing up I was always fascinated with science, interacting with people, and problem solving. I was impacted with curiosity as to why family members would go to a hospital and return grateful and healthy. This insight gave me the drive to become the first physician in my family and the privilege to embark in a profession filled with rewarding relationships and pioneering scientific discovery.
What Made You Focus on Internal Medicine?
My internal medicine rotation allowed me to walk away with the realization that this specialty encompassed a variety of scientific, social, economic, and emergent challenges. I found each patientās story as a narrative waiting to be understood, and a gift to care for patients in their most vulnerable times. Primary care is a complex ever-changing field that subjects someone to more than just science. Through inspirational mentors, I saw first-hand what it is like to help people reach their potential and live their best lives. I have not looked back since.
What Is Your Approach to Medicine?
Medicine is about people. Listening, talking, counseling, consoling, supporting, teaching, and encouraging are fundamental approaches I practice with my patients. I am passionate about providing impactful and innovative care while always emphasizing oneās own autonomy.
I see my relationship with patients as a team. I believe in providing the most accurate evidence-based medical advice, but ultimately leave it up to the patient to make their own decision. Medicine is not one size fits all, every situation is different, and thus requires individual plans for all my patients.
Furthermore, I enjoy educating my patients during the visits through drawings, diagrams, journal articles and encourage them all to come back with challenging questions to develop a trusting partnership.
Most importantly, I do not hesitate to advocate for patients as they navigate our complex healthcare system.
How Would You Define Patient Care?
Patient care starts with listening and focusing on the individualās healthcare needs and creating a collaborative partnership. The doctor-patient relationship is built on transparent communication leading to personalized assessment, and treatment towards future health goals.
Do You Do Any Philanthropic Work?
I am in the process of collaborating with former colleagues to participate in medical mission trips to Africa every other year and support several local charities through my Church.
Publications
Meier E, Malviya M, Kaur S, Ibrahim J, Corrigan A, Moawad A, Bukkuri SA, Trebach J, Su MK, Pillai M. Neurologic and Thrombotic Complications in the Setting of Chronic Nitrous Oxide Abuse. Case Rep Med. 2023 Jan 13; 2023:5058771. doi: 10.1155/2023/5058771. PMID: 36686406; PMCID: PMC9859688.
Mendelson J, Moawad A, Tesoriero L, Wilkenfeld M. Determining the Efficacy of Various Governmental Interventions in Stemming the Spread of SARS-CoV-2 in Seven Locations. Front Public Health. 2022 May 6; 10:828090. doi: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.828090. PMID: 35646769; PMCID: PMC9134871.
Peltier MR, Gurzenda EM, Murthy A, Chawala K, Lerner V, Kharode I, Arita Y, Rhodes A, Maari N, Moawad A, Hanna N. Can oxygen tension contribute to an abnormal placental cytokine milieu? Am J Reprod Immunol. 2011 Oct;66(4):279-85. Doi: 10.1111/j.1600-0897.2011.00998. x. Epub 2011 Apr 11. PMID: 21481060.
Research & Grants
Center for Healthcare Discovery Science and Innovation, Chicago, IL
Sub-investigator: Cardiovascular Risk Reduction Dietary Screening, September 2022 - October 2023
Medical Talks & Presentations
Predicting Heart Failure Exacerbations through Population Health Metrics. Scholarship Symposium, University of Chicago, May 2024
Alison Crawford MD, MS, Andrew Moawad, MD, MHA, Peter Georginis, MD, Neda Laiteerapong, MD, MS. Integrating Electronic Health Record (HER)-Based Rapid Dietary Assessment and Counseling with Embedded Clinical-Decision Support for Cardiovascular Disease Risk Reduction. Society of General Internal Medicine, May 2024.
Kevin Pearlman, MD, Andrew Moawad, MD, MHA, Rebecca Stern, MD, Mim Ari, MD, George Weyer, MD, Neda Laiteerapong, MD, MS. Understanding the Missed Opportunities for Alcohol Use Disorder Diagnosis and Management in Primary Care ā A Needs Assessment. Society of General Internal Medicine, May 2024
Predicting Heart Failure Exacerbations to Reduce Inpatient Events Through a Novel Dynamic Dashboard at Oak Street Health. Capstone Presentation, University of Chicago, March 2024
Career Panelist, UChicago Medicine Fellows Retreat, University of Chicago, April 2024
Optimizing clinical use of the EHR before clerkship. Medical Student Lecture, Pritzker School of Medicine, January 2024
Andrew Moawad, MD, MHA, Neda Laiteerapong, MD, MS. Leveraging In-Person and Digital Medical Scribes to Optimize Physician-Patient Encounters and Reduce Burnout. Society of General Internal Medicine, March 2023
Eesha Chakravartty, MD, Andrew Moawad, MD MHA, Darshi Shah, BS, Katherine Hochman, MD, Eduardo Iturrate, MD, Jonathan Austrian, MD, Adam Goodman, MD, Joseph Weisstuch, MD, Jonah Feldman, MD. Nudging Documentation Quality Improvement: Antibiotic Contingency Planning. American Medical Informatics Association, March 2023
Reimaging Alcohol Use Screening in PCG ā A digital Approach for Comprehensive Assessment. University of Chicago, General Internal Medicine Section Meeting, December 2023
Navigating the Electronic Medical Record, Medical Student Lecture, Pritzker School of Medicine, November 2023
Integrating EHR-Based Rapid Dietary Assessment and Counseling with Embedded Clinical-Decision Support for Cardiovascular Disease Risk Reduction. General Internal Medicine Section Lecture, University of Chicago, October 2023
Integrating EHR-Based Rapid Dietary Assessment and Counseling with Embedded Clinical-Decision Support for Cardiovascular Disease Risk Reduction. Healthcare Delivery Science and Innovation Lecture, University of Chicago, October 2023
Simulation Training for Marathon and Mass Casualty Situations: A Pilot Study. Benjamin Tack DO, Aidan Benardo, DO; James Ciancarelli, DO; Andrew Moawad, MD; Sunil George MD. NYU Langone-Long Island Research Day, April 2021
Mario Juliano, MD, Andrew Moawad, MD, Brooke, Senken, MD, Lyn Quintos-Alagheband, MD, Wendy Kinzler, MD. Resident Patient Safety Event Reporting: A Longitudinal Effort During an Unprecedented Pandemic. NYU Langone-Long Island Research Day, April 2019
Nikita Gill, MD, Andrew Moawad, MD, Dina Chenouda, MD. Positive Anti-GAD serum antibodies. Lead to the diagnosis of Stiff Person Syndrome: A Case Report. NYU Long Island Research Day, April 2020 (Virtual)
Moawad A, Ciancarelli J, Su V. Dyspnea and Subcutaneous Crepitus, A Deceiving. Presentation to Rectal Perforation. New York ACP, October 2019
Moawad A, Ciancarelli J, Dau. Amyloidosis and Metoclopramide, a Fatal complication? NYU Langone-Long Island Research Day, April 2019
Hawatmeh S, El-Hennawy Y, Moawad A. Case Study of Blastomycosis in an Urban Environment. ACP, December 2015
Awards & Recognitions
Entrepreneurship for Science and Medicine Recognition, Chicago Booth School of Business, 2022
Certificate of Recognition to Community, Town of Hempstead, Councilman Anthony Dā Esposito, 2019
Best Overall Oral Presentation, MUA Research Day ā Can oxygen Tension Contribute to an Abnormal Placental Cytokine Milieu?, 2013
Health Professions & Kinesiology Leadership Scholarship, Hofstra University, 2011
Bausch & Lomb Honorary Science Award, 2006
Medical Specialties
Acid Reflux (heartburn)
Allergies
Anemia (low red blood cells)
Anxiety Disorders
Arthritis (inflammation of joints)
Asthma
Back pain
Cataracts
Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Chronic Pain
Contraception
Dementia
Depression
Diabetes
Digestive Issues (e.g. IBS, constipation, diarrhea)
Erectile dysfunction
Glaucoma
Headaches
Heart Disease
High Cholesterol
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Infectious Diseases (e.g., Influenza, HIV/AIDS)
Kidney Stones
Liver disease
Longevity
Macular Degeneration
Migraines
Obesity
Preventative Care (e.g. cancer screening, health maintenance)
Regenerative medicine
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Skin conditions (e.g. acne, eczema, psoriasis)
Sleep disorders
Smoking Cessation
Substance abuse disorders
Upper respiratory tract infections
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
Vaccinations
Patient Reviews
