Her Story
About Fatima
Fatima A. Naqvi is a physician and healthcare leader whose career is dedicated to improving the health, dignity, and quality of life of older adults. With specialized training in Family medicine, Geriatric medicine, and Palliative and Hospice medicine. She is Wound Care Certified and a Certified Medical Director. Dr. Naqvi brings a comprehensive and compassionate approach to caring for aging adults and those living with complex or serious illnesses. She currently serves as Medical Director at Ingleside at Rock Creek and as an Assistant Professor at The George Washington University, where she contributes to medical education, public health, and healthcare leadership. Her clinical interests include serious illness conversations, quality improvement, wound care, advance care planning, and the delivery of compassionate care across post-acute and long-term care settings. Throughout her career, Dr. Naqvi has held leadership roles focused on geriatrics, long-term care, and palliative medicine. Her previous positions include Regional Medical Director with Five Star Physician Services, Vice Chief of Geriatrics at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, and Medical Director at Holy Cross Health. She has also served as a professor in the George Washington University nursing program and as a Master Trainer for Maryland Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (MOLST). As President of the Maryland, Delaware, and District of Columbia chapter of the Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medical Association, she continues to advocate for excellence in care and professional education for those serving vulnerable older adults. What distinguishes Dr. Naqvi is her belief that excellent geriatric medicine is about far more than treating medical conditions—it is about seeing the whole person. She emphasizes dignity, empathy, meaningful communication, and helping patients and families make informed decisions during some of life's most challenging moments. Her work in emergency preparedness, palliative care, advance care planning, and long-term care reflects a commitment to protecting vulnerable populations and strengthening the healthcare systems that serve them. Whether caring for a patient, educating healthcare professionals, or leading efforts to improve post-acute and long-term care, Dr. Naqvi brings knowledge, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to helping older adults live with greater comfort, dignity, and purpose.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Fatima
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to my parents, teachers and especially my grandfather, whose influence, guidance, and example helped shape the person I am today.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best advice I’ve received is to never let my dreams go dull. I believe in always aspiring toward what I dreamed of, continuing to look for opportunities, and never stopping my pursuit of growth and purpose.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would encourage young women to keep an open mind and believe in their own worth. As women, we have the ability to lead, influence our communities, and make a meaningful impact in both our careers and families. Never underestimate the value you bring to the world.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Gender bias continues to be a significant challenge. There are still situations where a man can make a statement and it is accepted without question, while a woman may face more scrutiny or be asked to explain herself further. I believe this also presents an opportunity for women to continue using their voices, leading with confidence, and challenging those expectations.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that matter most to me are kindness, compassion, and staying human. No matter how successful I become or where life takes me, I believe it is important to treat people with respect, lead with kindness, and never lose sight of our shared humanity.
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