About
Dr. Mahnaz Qayyum earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from King's College University of London in 1993. She then completed her Doctorate of Medicine at St. George's University of Medicine in 2001. Her internship and Family Medicine residency both took place at the University of Medicine and Dentistry New Jersey in Newark, where she trained through 2004. She holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine and maintains membership in the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Before entering outpatient care, Dr. Qayyum spent nine years as a hospitalist at Orlando Health and AdventHealth Orlando. That background shapes how she thinks about the full spectrum of patient care. Today, she serves as an assistant clinical professor at both the University of Florida and the University of Central Florida. Her clinical passions include women's health, obesity medicine, antiaging, geriatrics, and cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases. She believes patient education is essential to every wellness journey and refuses a one-size-fits-all approach. Orlando Style Magazine named her Doctor of the Year in 2024 and honored her with the Exceptional Doctor Award in 2021. Born and raised in the United Kingdom, she speaks Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi. Outside medicine, she enjoys fundraising, traveling, reading, and time with her family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
King's College University of London, Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, 1993
Medical School
St. George's University of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 2001
Residency
University of Medicine and Dentistry New Jersey, Newark, NJ, Family Medicine, 2001-2004
Certifications
Languages
Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Qayyum right for?
Dr. Qayyum is a strong fit for adults seeking a deeply personalized, relationship-driven primary care experience. Patients managing chronic conditions like cardiovascular or pulmonary disease benefit from her hospital-informed clinical perspective. Women looking for comprehensive preventive care and health screenings will find her focus on women's health especially relevant. Older adults benefit from her specialized training in geriatric medicine. Patients who value education as part of their care will appreciate her philosophy that every wellness journey requires individualized guidance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Qayyum focuses on family medicine, geriatrics, preventive care, women's health, obesity medicine, antiaging, and cardiovascular and pulmonary disease management. She builds individualized care plans around each patient's specific health goals. Her nine years as a hospitalist also give her a strong foundation for managing complex or multi-system conditions.
Yes, Dr. Qayyum holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. She also maintains active membership in the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Dr. Qayyum earned her medical degree at St. George's University of Medicine in 2001. She completed her internship and Family Medicine residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry New Jersey in Newark, finishing in 2004. Her undergraduate degree in Chemistry comes from King's College University of London.
Yes, geriatric medicine is one of Dr. Qayyum's core specialties. She tailors care plans to address the distinct health needs and goals of older adults. Her broad experience in both outpatient and hospital settings strengthens her approach to complex geriatric cases.
Yes, women's health is a clinical passion for Dr. Qayyum. She incorporates comprehensive preventive screenings and individualized wellness planning into her care for female patients. She also has deep experience with obesity medicine and antiaging, which she frequently integrates into women's health care.
Dr. Qayyum speaks English, Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi. Born and raised in the United Kingdom, she brings a multilingual and multicultural perspective to patient care.
Yes, Orlando Style Magazine named Dr. Qayyum Doctor of the Year in 2024. The same publication honored her with the Exceptional Doctor Award in 2021.
Yes, Dr. Qayyum currently serves as an assistant clinical professor at both the University of Florida and the University of Central Florida. Her academic work keeps her engaged with the latest developments in family and preventive medicine.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026