Dr. Basma Faris, a Board Certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist and Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist

“I am deeply committed to transforming the broken PCOS care system. Everyone with PCOS deserves personalized, evidence-based care and the tools to take charge of their health.”

Dr. Basma Faris has built a remarkable career at the intersection of medicine, nutrition, and health education. With over two decades of experience, her journey reflects a deep commitment to improving care for women and individuals with chronic conditions.

Career

• Chief Medical Officer at Aspect Health, where she leads innovative initiatives in patient-centered care (since September 2024).
• Advisory Board Chair at the American College of Culinary Medicine, championing the integration of nutrition and culinary expertise in healthcare.
• Lead Medical Advisor at Marma, advancing women's health and education.
• Owner of a Telemedicine Practice dedicated to comprehensive PCOS care, blending nutrition and medical science (since March 2023).
• Laborist at Mount Sinai West, providing expert obstetric care (since September 2022).

Leadership and advisory experience

• Held multiple roles at the American College of Culinary Medicine, including Vice Chair of the Advisory Board and Advisory Board Member.
• Served as a Medical Advisor at FemHealth and Girlmantra, focusing on empowering patients through innovative solutions.
• Directed the OBGYN Clerkship at NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn, where she mentored the next generation of physicians.

Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University at Buffalo
• Master of Science (MS) in Nutritional Science
Brooklyn College
• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Nutrition

Awards and achievements

• Recognized as one of the 2022 SuperDoctors Rising Stars for the New York Metropolitan area.