About
Dr. Shazia Chaudhry is a board-certified internist and Cincinnati native who completed her undergraduate studies at Kent State University in 1995. She earned her Doctorate of Medicine from Rawalpindi Medical College in Rawalpindi, Pakistan in 2001. She then returned to Cincinnati for her internship and internal medicine residency at the University Hospital of Cincinnati and the Veteran's Administration Medical Center, finishing in 2005. The American Board of Internal Medicine granted her board certification, and she holds membership in the American College of Physicians, the American Medical Association, and The Menopause Society.
Dr. Chaudhry brings a wide range of professional experience to her practice. She served as Medical Director and Hospitalist at The Jewish Hospital from 2021 to 2023 and as Physician Advisor at UC Health-Cincinnati from 2024 to 2025. She also taught as Assistant Clinical Professor of Internal Medicine at Saba University School of Medicine from 2009 to 2013. Her clinical interests center on geriatric medicine, midlife and menopause care, men's health, and evidence-based weight management. She speaks Urdu and Punjabi fluently. Outside the office, she values time with family, enjoys reading, stays active in her community, and enthusiastically supports the Cincinnati Bengals.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Kent State University, Kent, OH – Bachelor of Science, 1995
Medical School
Rawalpindi Medical College, Rawalpindi, Pakistan – Doctorate of Medicine, 2001
Residency
Internal Medicine, University Hospital of Cincinnati and Veteran's Administration Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, 2003-2005
Additional Training
Internship: University Hospital of Cincinnati and Veteran's Administration Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, 2002-2003
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Chaudhry right for?
Dr. Chaudhry is a strong fit for adults who want thorough, proactive primary care. Older adults managing multiple conditions benefit from her geriatric medicine focus, which emphasizes independence, fall prevention, and medication optimization. Women navigating menopause, bone health concerns, or mid-life wellness will find her clinical background directly relevant. Men seeking preventive care and cardiovascular or prostate health guidance are also well-served. Patients managing diabetes, hypertension, obesity, or heart disease gain from her experience in chronic disease management.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Chaudhry specializes in internal medicine, geriatric medicine, and preventive medicine. She treats chronic conditions including diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. She also focuses on menopause, osteoporosis, obesity, and prostate health disorders. Her geriatric patients receive specialized attention around fall prevention and medication optimization.
Yes, Dr. Chaudhry holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She completed her internal medicine residency at the University Hospital of Cincinnati and the Veteran's Administration Medical Center.
Dr. Chaudhry earned her Doctorate of Medicine from Rawalpindi Medical College in Pakistan in 2001. She completed both her internship and residency in internal medicine at the University Hospital of Cincinnati and the Veteran's Administration Medical Center, finishing her residency in 2005.
Dr. Chaudhry takes a whole-person approach, addressing physical, emotional, and lifestyle factors together. She builds personalized care plans around each patient's individual goals and circumstances. She prioritizes unhurried visits and direct communication so patients feel supported between appointments.
Yes, geriatric medicine is one of Dr. Chaudhry's primary clinical interests. She focuses on helping older adults maintain functional independence, optimize their medications, and reduce fall risk. She tailors her approach to the unique needs of aging patients rather than treating individual conditions in isolation.
Yes, Dr. Chaudhry actively cares for women navigating mid-life health changes. Her focus includes menopause management, bone health, and preventive care. She holds membership in The Menopause Society, reflecting her commitment to this area of practice.
Yes, Dr. Chaudhry addresses obesity and weight management using evidence-based approaches. She works with patients on nutrition, physical activity, and sustainable weight strategies. She also holds membership in the Obesity Medicine Association.
Dr. Chaudhry speaks Urdu and Punjabi fluently in addition to English. This allows her to communicate directly with patients from South Asian communities and provide culturally connected care.
Dr. Chaudhry has held several leadership and academic roles throughout her career. She served as Medical Director and Hospitalist at The Jewish Hospital from 2021 to 2023 and as Physician Advisor at UC Health-Cincinnati from 2024 to 2025. She also taught internal medicine at Saba University School of Medicine for four years.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026