Freshta Baher Engel

Freshta Baher Engel
Swedish Family Medicine - First Hill 1401 Madison Street Suite 100 Seattle, WA 98104
About

Freshta Baher Engel

"“Nebraska, huh, is that the one right in the middle?” Yes, I grew up in the great plains in sunny Lincoln, Nebraska, where football, beef, and corn are staples. Although I have called Nebraska my home for several years, I was born in Afghanistan. As an immigrant, I had to use every opportunity I could to immerse myself into American culture, while integrating my Afghan heritage. This dichotomy has given me a unique perspective, especially in the field of medicine. In Afghanistan, preventative care and annual visits weren’t emphasized, so I grew up rarely going to the doctor. As I grew older, I realized the importance of the doctor-patient bond and how much it improves healthcare. I want people, especially people of color, to be able to find a doctor that they could trust. This trust is built with time, but can start by seeing a provider that may have something in common with, whether that’s skin color, belief system, or even hobbies. With my interest in medicine in mind, I obtained my undergraduate degree in Biological Systems Engineering at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. I then attended medical school at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. I spent a lot of time as a student provider at the local free clinic and continued to fall in love with providing care to underserved populations. During my time in medical school, I was lucky enough to meet mentors that furthered my passion and taught me how to provide care with compassion. When I was looking for residency programs, Swedish First Hill stood out because of the faculty’s dedication to providing care to underserved populations. During my years as a resident, I am excited to delve further into my areas of interest which include, reproductive health, obstetrics, refugee and immigrant healthcare, preventative care, and many many more. I am so excited to have found a program whose residents and faculty’s interests align so closely with my own!"
Primary Specialty

Family Doctor

Gender Female
Services Freshta Baher Engel offers family practice services in Seattle, WA. A family doctor is typically a general practitioner who treats most family members from children to adults.

Freshta Baher Engel in Seattle, WA may treat physical symptoms, prescribe medications, diagnose conditions and much more.

Please call Swedish Family Medicine - First Hill at (206) 386-6111 to schedule an appointment in Seattle, WA or to get more information.
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