Her Story
About Noha
Originally from Egypt, Noha Mohamed came to the United States alone at the age of 24 to pursue her postgraduate education and build a future through education and hard work. What began as a journey focused on academic and professional growth eventually became the foundation for a life, career, and family in the United States.
As she built her family, Noha continued to challenge herself professionally. She transitioned into laboratory medicine and developed a successful career in cytology, molecular diagnostics, and laboratory leadership, driven not only by her passion for science but also by her determination to provide a secure and fulfilling life for her children.
Becoming a single mother brought a new chapter of challenges and strength. During a period of major transition, she and her children faced uncertainty about where they would live following divorce. Rather than allowing uncertainty to define her future, Noha turned it into motivation to build greater independence and security. She began investing in real estate, creating another avenue for long-term financial stability and opportunity for her family.
Throughout her journey, Noha has embraced relocation, career transitions, motherhood, leadership, and investing—continuing to grow and reinvent herself along the way. Each chapter has reinforced her belief that the limits we place on ourselves are often not our true limits.
Today, she is a scientist, laboratory leader, single mother, and real estate investor who continues to pursue growth both professionally and personally. Her story is one of resilience, courage, independence, and perseverance—and a reminder that it is possible to start over, create new opportunities, and continue defying expectations at every stage of life.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Noha
01What do you attribute your success to?
Above all, I attribute my success to Allah and a steadfast belief in His promise in the Quran that “with hardship comes ease.” Staying optimistic through every stage of life, grounded in that trust, has been my anchor. That spiritual foundation, paired with the support of my parents, my children, and mentors like Stan Seko, has shaped everything I am. My father’s strength fueled my early drive, and motherhood revealed a resilience I never knew I possessed. Knowing that ease always follows hardship gives me the courage to turn every challenge into growth.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I received was to never stop learning and never be afraid to advocate for yourself. Your career is your responsibility, and you have to recognize your own value. Stay resilient when things don’t go as planned, keep growing, and don’t be afraid to step outside your comfort zone. Every challenge can become an opportunity to grow into a stronger professional and leader.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
The best career advice I ever received was to choose a path driven by purpose rather than routine. Entering cytology wasn't just a professional choice—it became a life-changing career. It taught me that when you take ownership of your growth and step out of your comfort zone, you discover strength you never knew you had. Your career is what you make it, and finding work that challenges you will shape far more than just your résumé.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in laboratory medicine right now is keeping up with rapidly evolving technology while maintaining quality, accuracy, and patient safety. We’re seeing exciting opportunities with automation, digital pathology, molecular testing, and artificial intelligence, which can improve efficiency and help us detect disease earlier. At the same time, we need to make sure technology complements—not replaces—the expertise of highly skilled laboratory professionals. I see this as transformative for our field, especially for leaders who are willing to embrace innovation while continuing to invest in people, education, and quality.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that are most important to me are integrity, resilience, independence, and continuous growth. As a scientist and leader, integrity and accountability are essential because my work ultimately impacts patient care. As a single mother and real estate investor, resilience and independence have taught me to make thoughtful decisions, take responsibility for my future, and keep moving forward even when life presents challenges. I believe in continuous learning, creating opportunities for myself and others, and building a life that reflects both purpose and ambition.
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