Assistant Professor of Medicine, Infectious Diseases Attending
New York Medical College - NYCHHC/Metropolitan
Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose
Dr. Maria Rosa Velásquez, MD, FACP is an Associate Professor of Medicine at New York Medical College, Site Director of the Infectious Diseases Fellowship Program at NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan, and an Attending Physician in Infectious Diseases. She is currently completing her Master’s in Epidemiological Research at Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia. Dr. Velásquez’s main interests include antimicrobial stewardship, medical education, and tropical medicine. She is passionate about making complex infectious diseases concepts accessible to residents and helping them build strong foundations in high-quality research. Working in a city hospital, she is committed to providing the best possible care to diverse and underserved populations, focusing on closing practice gaps and improving outcomes through stewardship and education.