Zehra Dhanani, MD

Dr. Zehra Dhanani specializes in pulmonology and transplant surgery, bringing a decade of clinical expertise to patients with complex respiratory conditions. She earned her medical degree from Aga Khan University Medical College, providing her with a strong foundation in international medical education and diverse patient care approaches. Dr. Dhanani is fluent in both English and Urdu, allowing her to communicate effectively with patients from varied cultural backgrounds.

Dr. Dhanani practices at UC San Diego Health in San Diego, California, where she focuses on treating patients with advanced lung disease and those requiring lung transplantation. Her clinical skills include performing pulmonary function testing to assess breathing capacity and bronchodilator reversibility testing to evaluate lung response to medications. She also provides expertise in proper inhaler device techniques, helping patients maximize their respiratory treatments for optimal health outcomes.