Humaa Ahmed, PA School Admissions Consultant at Inspira Advantage

Humaa is a board-certified PA specializing in dermatology, with a strong background in clinical research and academic writing. Before graduating from Saint Louis University’s PA program, she completed an MPH in epidemiology, graduating summa cum laude. With over six years of mentorship experience, Humaa is passionate about helping applicants navigate the competitive admissions landscape.

Before attending PA school, Humaa completed research at Washington University in St. Louis, where her work spanned specialties including infectious diseases, nephrology, and orthopedic surgery. This work resulted in co-authored publications in journals such as Clinical Infectious Diseases and The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, and also strengthened her ability to communicate complex medical concepts with clarity and precision. Her experience completing a Master’s of public health before PA school also deepened her understanding of population health, healthcare systems, and evidence-based medicine.

Humaa currently works as a physician associate at Missouri Dermatology. Throughout her career, she has helped numerous PAs navigate the admissions process. Humaa has precepted pre-PA and PA students, offering mentorship and application reviews. As an admissions counselor, her approach focuses on helping candidates tell their stories with authenticity, communicate their value with confidence, and present as well-rounded applicants in a competitive admissions landscape.

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