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Hassan Haji, MD

Hospitalist

What I Do

My philosophy of care prioritizes patients’ needs, preferences and values. I actively listen, involve patients in decision-making, and ensure they feel informed about their care. Practicing evidence-based medicine, I value teamwork and collaboration with health care professionals and nurses. Clear communication is fundamental, especially for smooth transitions of care.

My clinical interest lies in managing and coordinating patient care during hospitalization, diagnosing and treating acute medical conditions, and optimizing patient outcomes. I am dedicated to managing complex cases from the emergency department through the hospital stay, collaborating closely with specialists and nurses. My goal is to provide timely, effective treatment and prepare patients for continued care upon discharge.

Why I Love My Work

I enjoy the friendly environment with coworkers, staff and nurses, which helps provide optimal patient care.

My motivation to pursue medicine began during my studies at the University of Georgia, where I immersed myself in biochemistry and microbiology. A pivotal moment came during a medical mission trip, where I had the opportunity to interact closely with patients, physicians and nurses. This experience profoundly influenced my decision to pursue a career in medicine.

Getting to Know Me

Outside of work, I enjoy staying active with gym workouts, cooking, hiking and taking road trips. I also plan to try skiing, snowboarding and paddle boating.

Research & Publications

Sutherland, M. E., Haji, H., Borgan, S. M., Eimer, K. M., Reed, R. M., & McCurdy, M. T. (2019). Life-threatening hemoptysis following mitral valvuloplasty for rheumatic mitral stenosis. Respiratory medicine case reports, 28, 100921. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rmcr.2019.100921

Haji, H. A., Corwin, D. S., So, J. Y., & Reed, R. M. (2020). Lymphoproliferative disorder in a lung transplant recipient. BMJ case reports, 13(3), e234532. https://doi.org/10.1136/bcr-2020-234532

Dransfield, M. T., Voelker, H., Bhatt, S. P., Brenner, K., Casaburi, R., Come, C. E., Cooper, J. A. D., Criner, G. J., Curtis, J. L., Han, M. K., Hatipoğlu, U., Helgeson, E. S., Jain, V. V., Kalhan, R., Kaminsky, D., Kaner, R., Kunisaki, K. M., Lambert, A. A., Lammi, M. R., Lindberg, S., … BLOCK COPD Trial Group (2019). Metoprolol for the Prevention of Acute Exacerbations of COPD. The New England journal of medicine, 381(24), 2304–2314. https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMoa1908142

El Sahly, H. M., Baden, L. R., Essink, B., Doblecki-Lewis, S., Martin, J. M., Anderson, E. J., Campbell, T. B., Clark, J., Jackson, L. A., Fichtenbaum, C. J., Zervos, M., Rankin, B., Eder, F., Feldman, G., Kennelly, C., Han-Conrad, L., Levin, M., Neuzil, K. M., Corey, L., Gilbert, P., … COVE Study Group (2021). Efficacy of the mRNA-1273 SARS-CoV-2 Vaccine at Completion of Blinded Phase. The New England journal of medicine, 385(19), 1774–1785. https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMoa2113017

Baden, L. R., El Sahly, H. M., Essink, B., Kotloff, K., Frey, S., Novak, R., Diemert, D., Spector, S. A., Rouphael, N., Creech, C. B., McGettigan, J., Khetan, S., Segall, N., Solis, J., Brosz, A., Fierro, C., Schwartz, H., Neuzil, K., Corey, L., Gilbert, P., … COVE Study Group (2021). Efficacy and Safety of the mRNA-1273 SARS-CoV-2 Vaccine. The New England journal of medicine, 384(5), 403–416. https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMoa2035389

Gender:

Male

Languages:

Somali, Swahili, and English

Service Line
Medical Education

American University of Antigua College of Medicine, Medicine

Residency

Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Internal Medicine-General

Board Certifications
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine
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    Locations

    CentraCare - River Campus Clinic Hospitalists

    1200 6th Ave N St Cloud, MN 56303