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With profound sadness, AASLD acknowledges the passing of Sobia Nasir Laique, MD. Dr. Laique was a transplant hepatologist, clinician scientist, mentor, and friend. Her loss is felt across the hepatology community. Born into a family devoted to medicine, with a father who practices gastroenterology in Pakistan, she was drawn to the field early. Dr. Laique earned her medical degree from Aga Khan University Medical College in Karachi, completed her Internal Medicine residency at Cleveland Clinic, and trained in Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Mayo Clinic Arizona and in Transplant Hepatology at Cleveland Clinic. In 2022, she joined the Cleveland Clinic faculty as a transplant hepatologist, and in the years that followed, she built a body of work that most of us would be proud to assemble over a full career. Her work centered on patients living with both liver disease and cardiometabolic disease. She envisioned, founded, and directed Cleveland Clinic's Multidisciplinary MASLD Clinic, an interprofessional model in which hepatology and its metabolic partner specialties co-manage patients rather than treat them in sequence, and was subsequently named Chair of the MASLD Task Force. Alongside her clinical work, she came into her own as an early career clinician scientist, and her research grew out of the problems she met in practice. She studied the cost-effectiveness of pharmacologic therapy for MASH with significant fibrosis, paired biopsy evidence that MASH-related cirrhosis can regress after metabolic and bariatric surgery, donor obesity, and MASLD as barriers to living donor liver transplantation, and the cardiometabolic health of transplant recipients. "She was extraordinarily talented, ambitious, thoughtful, and full of ideas. I truly believed she was going to become a leader in hepatology and change the way we deliver care." - Atoosa Rabiee, MD Medical students, residents, and fellows praised her as an outstanding teacher in every clinical setting she shared with them, and she gave the same focused attention to trainees in research. She cultivated a research group that spanned specialties and levels of training, from students to junior faculty, all of them direct products of her mentorship and her sponsorship. She taught her colleagues with the same energy, spearheading Cleveland Clinic's national Multidisciplinary MASH conference, the first educational summit dedicated to multidisciplinary MASH care. What truly distinguished Sobia was not only what she accomplished, but how she accomplished it. She was gifted, driven, and intellectually curious, and she carried all of it with a kindness and humility that never wavered. She was a tireless advocate for her patients, a generous collaborator, and an ally to women in medicine. As one of very few female transplant hepatologists from Pakistan, she became a role model for young women entering the field. She connected researchers and clinicians across institutions and across the world. Many of us met people we now count as close colleagues because Sobia decided we should know each other. "Her curiosity, insight, and unwavering commitment to excellence continually inspired me and everyone around her. In a field that can sometimes feel competitive, Sobia opened doors, shared opportunities, and celebrated the successes of others. She never sought personal recognition; instead, her instinct was always to lift those around her. The hepatology community has lost a shining star far too soon." - Bilal Hameed, MD, FAASLD Above all, she was a wife to her devoted husband, Omar, and a mother to her beloved son, Adam. They were her highest purpose, and she would have wanted that said first. "Sobia was at the beginning of what many of us believed would be a remarkable journey. Grounded in her values and her Muslim faith, Sobia approached her future with optimism and determination. Adam will grow up surrounded by the memories of a mother who loved him deeply and had so much ahead of her. I hope one day he will know how highly she was regarded, how much promise we saw in her, and how many people will continue to keep her memory alive." - Mazen Noureddin, MD, MHSc, FAASLD She lives on in her son, in the patients she cared for, the programs she built, and the trainees she inspired. She will be deeply missed by her family, her colleagues, and her friends around the world, and we honor her by continuing the work she started. A fund has been established to support Adam. Contributions may be made at: https://www.launchgood.com/v4/campaign/in_memory_of_sobia_a_legacy_of_love_for_her_son Please share your memories of Sobia at www.SobiaLaique.com, a place for her family, and especially for Adam, to come to know her through the people whose lives she touched. Sobia Laique Memorial Travel Award Established in memory of Sobia Nasir Laique, MD, and her dedication to advancing multidisciplinary liver care, clinical research, and mentorship, this named award supports emerging leaders whose work reflects her commitment to innovation, collaboration, and improving outcomes for patients with liver disease. Written by: Christina C. Lindenmeyer, MD Bilal Hameed, MD, FAASLD Mazen Noureddin, MD, MHSc, FAASLD Atoosa Rabiee, MD

Adam, I didn't work as closely with your mom as many of the other people who have shared stories with you did. Even so, it was impossible not to see how much she cared for her patients and how passionately she advocated for them. One day, I found myself waiting in the hallway to see a patient. Sobia came power walking down the hallway, looking into each room as she went by. She had this big grin on her face. I asked her what was going on, and she said she had been trying for some time to get bariatric chairs approved for our clinic rooms so that larger patients would have somewhere to sit. The chairs had finally been delivered. It may seem like such a small detail, but that's what your mom cared about. Anyone else may have just seen a chair, but a patient who needed it would feel seen. They would feel that their needs weren't just being met, but that someone had thought about them and cared enough to make sure they were comfortable. Now, each time I have a patient choose the larger seat, I pause and think of who made sure it was there.

Adam, I met your mother when we were both training to be doctors. As my senior resident, I remember her as confident, funny, and fiercely intelligent. She was the type of doctor I wanted to be. I learned of her passing the same week I brought my own son into the world. It made me reflect on what I would want him to know. We have written these stories for you so that you may come to know the woman your mother was. But you don’t really need them. You knew your mother better than any of us ever could. You know the sound of her heartbeat and the rate of her breathing. You know the tenor of her voice when she spoke only to you. You know the feelings of safety and warmth as you grew inside her. No one else can know these things. As you grow, mourn for the woman you didn’t get to know. But remember the one you did. As you fall asleep at night, remember her. Remember the woman who loved you long before you took your first breath until the moment she took her last. Do this, and she will be with you forever.

Sobia Nasir Laique, MD, was a transplant hepatologist at Cleveland Clinic, a colleague, and my friend. She envisioned, built, and led our Multidisciplinary MASLD Clinic and chaired our MASLD Task Force. She worked across disciplines, brought an innovative approach to the care of patients with cardiometabolic and liver disease, and spent her time raising up those around her. She was committed to mentoring colleagues from Pakistan, her home country, and she was a bright and inspiring light for young women in medicine. Together with the AASLD Foundation, we have established the Sobia Laique Memorial Travel Award in her memory. The annual award provides $2,500 toward the cost of attending The Liver Meeting for an investigator from Pakistan whose abstract is selected through AASLD's standard review process. Donations are being collected through March 31, 2027, so that the first award can be presented at The Liver Meeting 2027. Gifts of any amount are welcome and are tax deductible. Donate here: https://lnkd.in/ervw3npv I hope you will consider giving, and passing this along to others who knew her.

Dr. Laique was incredibly kind to me during our time on the hepatology service (what we informally call green liver). I was a first year internal medicine resident at the time, and she loved to know each of her residents on a personal level. She bought us starbucks and bagels almost daily. She cared about our wellbeing and wanted us each to succeed. She would frequently check on her patients and team throughout the day, and was one of the most attentive staff I ever had the pleasure to work with. She knew I wanted to do cardiology but still took the time to mentor me and ensure I gained as much as I could from the rotation. She was incredibly friendly towards all staff. We were honored to have her as a graduate from our medicine program. We miss her dearly and are sorry for the family's loss. Paul Murdock, second year medicine resident

Dr. Laiqui and my team at the Cleveland Clinic saved my life. Her expertise and medical knowledge have steered me thru an illness the past two years that could have cost me my life. My appointments with her were the highlight of my visits...her warmth, humor and genuine caring she showed me helped me maintain my sanity and positive attitude. She made me feel like I was more than "just her patient". She truly cared. May her family find comfort in knowing the lives she touched.

Sobia Laique was not only an amazing Doctor, who cared deeply about her patients and fellow caregivers, but a great friend and loved one to so many. When I first met Dr. Laique, she was a Fellow in Hepatology, and we quickly "clicked", as we realized a mutual love for helping patients. I respected her deeply. After, she was hired on as a staff Physician in Hepatology. I was so excited for her to be hired, as I greatly admired her hard work, dedication, and genuine care she had for her patients. Later, when she lost her baby boy, Ali, I reached out in consolation and admiration, as I could never imagine the unimaginable loss of a child. In response, she sent me a personal letter and card, and called me directly, thanking me for being a friend in such a difficult time in her life, and genuinely caring about her happiness and loss. That is the kind of person she was. She thanked me for my friendship, and for being there for her during her time of grieving for baby boy, Ali. The following year, I was hesitant to tell her when I found out I was pregnant. I was worried it would be insensitive, or hard for her to accept after such a traumatic loss. When I finally found the courage to tell her, she was genuinely, incredibly happy for me. She was truly a gem who cared about the happiness and health of others. She would even check in occasionally, asking how my pregnancy was going, and later, how my baby girl was doing. She was such a genuinely kind person who will forever be remembered for the amazing human that she was. When I started working remotely, we weren't as close, as I was not in the office and worked over 2 hours away, so I did not see my fellow caregivers as often as I'd like. That did not change the mutual respect we held for one another, or the friendship we had gained over the many years of working together. I respected the way she was unafraid to express her opinions, advocate for her patients, and never allowed anyone to take advantage of her kindness. She was a beautiful gem in a world that needs all of the gems we can get. Sobia wanted nothing more than to be the best mother she could be, and her sacrifice for baby Adam is the definition of the best mother there could ever be. She was truly beautiful, inside and out, and words cannot express how much she is missed, or the gratitude I feel for getting to know the kind, loving, caring person that was Dr. Sobia Laique-Khalid. The world is truly a better place having had the privilege of having you as a part of it, Sobia. May you forever rest in peace.

I worked with Dr. Laique Sobia during Liver Patient group sessions [MASH Cirrhosis]. From her I learned a lot about these patients and I was able to see in-person how greatly she cared for each one of her patients. She was very passionate about her work and about helping these individuals to the best of her ability. She was a wonderful person to work with and someone with a very big and beautiful heart.

Sobia was the perfect friend for me in residency. She was a trailblazer - a strong, brilliant woman from Pakistan who created opportunities for herself and then made the absolute most of every single one of them. Without knowing it, she taught me so many things. In so many ways, she was everything I wished I could be as an anxious and hopeless people-pleaser. She was brave, quick on her feet, self-assured, and completely unafraid to stand up for herself. And God, was she quick when she did it. She could go toe-to-toe with anyone. She made everything look effortless - truthfully everything. I remember we had already been friends for a while the first time I went to her apartment. I walked in, looked around, and the first thing I spit out was, “Oh my God, you have like - real furniture.” She just looked at me deadpan and threw her head back and laughed. Of course she had real furniture. Sobia was a real adult while the rest of us were disheveled. We got back from something and were sitting on her countertop talking in her kitchen, and she started grabbing everything around me and casually whipped up a dinner that seemed to have 35 ingredients, tasted incredible, and somehow included a side dish she made as an afterthought. I remember saying, “Oh of course you can also cook.” And she basically responded, as only Sobia could, that obviously we needed a proper meal. That was Sobia. Things needed to be proper. You needed a proper meal. A proper desert. A proper cake. Proper clothes for work. A proper celebration. She celebrated her birthday and had everyone over when she was post-30 hour call. Actually, Sobia did a lot of things post-call. She traveled. She took little trips. She lived an entire additional life during the hours when the rest of us just went home and slept. Sobia also had the absolute BEST clothes. She taught me how to find deals and took me to the East Side (we were both proud West Siders unlike most our class) to introduce me to Zara. I had lived my whole life in Cleveland and had not shopped on the East side but she told me the stores were better. Years later, my luggage got lost on a trip to Greece. I happened to land near a Zara, bought clothes there for basically the entire trip, and remember thinking, remember - shop like Sobia - let's go classy. She had the best laugh, too. She would do this little side-smile while she laughed, usually because she had just made some incredibly sharp observation about someone. And then she opened up with the head back laughter. Her sense of humor was unmatched. She could make a crack about anyone, and if you tried to give it back to her, good luck. She was ready. But underneath all of that toughness and humor, she was extraordinarily thoughtful. When I did something stupid and landed myself in the hospital—and then had to wear a C-collar for six weeks in the hospital looking absolutely ridiculous—Sobia was the first person to send balloons and chocolates to my house. The first. Before anyone else. When she knew I was upset over an on-again, off-again relationship, she threw me a birthday party surrounded by the most fun group of people we worked with. And, of course, there was a proper cake and the sparkly candles that light up way up high. When I thanked her, she never really accepted credit for doing these things. She had this way of acting like, Duh. Of course I did that. Obviously this is what we do. She cared deeply about the people around her. She left little trinkets and thoughtful things for people. She noticed things. She showed up. She was so caring. One of the things I admired most about Sobia was that she did not shrink. That is a big deal in medicine, and especially for women in medicine. So many of us learn, consciously or unconsciously, to make ourselves smaller - to soften what we say, apologize before we speak, or wonder whether we are allowed to take up space. Sobia took up her space. She knew who she was. She spoke up for herself. She didn't take shit from anyone. She welcomed a challenge, and she wasn't afraid of being strong, smart, ambitious, or exactly who she was. I envied that about her, and I learned from it. I think about it a lot. And yet, when she faced her own adversity and medical issues, she was almost the opposite. She never wanted to bother anyone. She was quiet about what she was going through. Valiant. Proud. She never wanted anyone to see her as weak. We spent hours talking in the bakery (Au Bon Pon then Panera) and completely losing track of time. We talked about residency and medicine, but mostly we talked about life friends, family (she was totally in awe of her sister like the best doting big sister), relationships, and what we wanted our futures to look like. We talked about the kind of men we hoped we would find someday. We took stupid snap chat filters photos that are perfectly "cringe." So when I met up with her after she came back to Cleveland Clinic to pursue liver, and she started bragging to me about this guy Omar she had met, she was so excited and she only had a few minutes to spit it all out. I remember saying something about how impressive he was, and Sobia basically said, “Yeah, of course. I'm not going to be with some loser off the street. I need a good husband!” Classic Sobia. And then I met them together. I saw her with Omar and Mila, and I had to admit it, she was right. I could never have picked a better partner for her. In two minutes, it was very clear they were soulmates. And even though Mila was technically around before Sobia, I remain convinced that Mila somehow took after her mom. She was the classiest dog I had ever met. I watched her turn her nose up at the steak at the InterContinental because apparently it did not make the cut. Obviously, she was a foodie like her mother. There were standards in that family. Sobia was truly one of the best friends anyone could have during residency. Unless, of course, you were on jeopardy call with her. I had been called in for jeopardy what felt like a million times. Finally, our chief Dimetry called me again, and I had had enough. I said, “Listen, I don't usually complain, but this is unfair. I know for a fact there are other people on jeopardy who haven't been called.” He said, “Oh yeah? Like who?” I said, “Sobia. Sobia hasn't been called once.” There was a pause. And Dimetry said, “Well... you try calling Sobia in for a jeopardy shift.” And honestly, there may be no better Sobia story. She was formidable. She was hilarious. She was proud. She was generous. She was stylish and brilliant and fiercely loyal. She could make a proper dinner from nothing, find the best clothes for half the price, plan a trip post-call, destroy you with one sentence, and quietly make sure the people she loved were taken care of. The only thing she wasn't very good at was driving and I will say she was one of the worst at steering a canoe I had ever met but she laughed and swore at them the whole time with like 800 excuses of why it wasn't working out. She was my friend during some of the most formative years of my life, we did 30 hour calls and night shifts together and I am so grateful that I got to know her then - to sit and eat bakery with her for hours, to laugh with her, to learn from her, and to watch her build the life she wanted. There are people we love because they make us feel comfortable, and then there are people we love who also make us want to become a little more like them. Sobia did both for me. I hope she knew how much I admired her. How much she taught me. And how many years later, in ways big and small.

I met Sobia briefly when we did our clinical elective at Yale. We stayed in neighboring rooms in the dorm and also rotated through GI at the same time. Sobia was so full of life and incredibly brilliant. She was truly inspiring. Even while going through the stressful process of applying for residency, she always managed to keep the mood light. She was incredibly hardworking, driven, and full of promise. I am deeply saddened to hear of her passing. My heart goes out to her family, friends, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. May she rest in peace.

To my dearest friend, Sobia, I hardly know where to start. I met Sobia in 2022 when she joined the GI/Hepatology team on A5 as a faculty member, and I became her RN Care Coordinator. We worked together effortlessly and quickly became close friends. Our days were filled with work but also with everyday chats and many texts and calls. I would share updates about my kids and grandkids and she would fill me in on whatever Omar and Mila were up to. Sobia would often bring me Starbucks, and I'd bring her chocolate chip scones in return. She secretly loved those. We loved to order Mediterranean together and share hummus plates. Sobia had a huge heart and was deeply selfless. She was always making sure everyone else was taken care of (including me) long before thinking of herself. During my three years at Main, we worked side-by-side to build and launch the Multidisciplinary MASLD Clinic, also known as MMC, as well as the MASH Cirrhosis and Obesity shared medical appointments. She worked tirelessly making sure these clinics were ready to accept patients. Both clinics filled up instantly, with long waiting lists of people who needed her care. As dedicated as Sobia was to her work, she was even more dedicated to starting a family. Over the last four years, I watched her overcome obstacle after obstacle until she finally carried a precious baby to term. She would share her 3D ultrasound photos of Adam with me as he grew in utero. She was so very excited to become a mother. In the end, Sobia made the ultimate sacrifice—giving life, but losing her own in the process. I will always remember my dear friend Sobia as a fierce, determined leader who dedicated her life to helping others. She was brilliant, extraordinarily strong-willed, and above all, deeply caring and kind. I will keep Omar, Adam and Mila in my thoughts and prayers and find comfort in knowing she is at peace—holding Ali in her arms. Rest in peace, beautiful girl. I will miss you always. Chris

Colleagues gathered in Cleveland for the conference Sobia directed with Ali Aminian, MD. They kept her name on the program as Activity Director, put her portrait on the screen, and paused to honor her. We took a moment to honor her and recognize how much she contributed to making this conference possible. Her presence was truly felt, and we’re very grateful for everything she did.

I had the privilege of mentoring Sobia, although in the short time I knew her, it became clear that she really did not need much mentoring. She already knew what mattered to her, asked thoughtful questions, and had a remarkable sense of purpose. In many ways, I found myself learning from her. From our very first meeting, we also connected on a personal level. We talked about her desire to become a mother and about the challenges of balancing motherhood with a demanding career. We also bonded over our shared experiences of coming from similar backgrounds, Sobia from Pakistan and me from Iran, and the perspectives that brought to our lives and careers. She was so warm, open, and genuine that the connection between us felt immediate. She was extraordinarily talented, ambitious, thoughtful, and full of ideas. I truly believed she was going to become a leader in hepatology and change the way we deliver care. There are a few conversations with her that I especially want Adam to know about someday. I remember Sobia asking me whether she should attend the next AASLD meeting while having a new baby. I told her that she was more than capable of doing both, but also that she should give herself time and find the balance that was right for her. That conversation has stayed with me because it reflected the future she was imagining for herself, continuing to grow in a career she cared deeply about while becoming the mother she very much wanted to be. I also remember talking with her about research. She told me that she did not want to do research simply to publish papers or have her name attached to them. She wanted to ask genuine questions that mattered and find answers that could make care better. That stayed with me. It said so much about her ambition, but even more about her integrity and sense of purpose. I hope Adam will someday know that his mother was exceptionally bright and accomplished. She was warm, curious, driven, principled, and deeply committed to doing work that had meaning. And even before he arrived, becoming his mother was something she thought about, talked about, and very much looked forward to. I will always feel fortunate to have known Sobia, proud to have been her mentor, and grateful for what I learned from her. I wish more than anything that she had been given the time to become the physician, researcher, leader, and mother she was meant to be. And if her family will allow me, I would be honored to remain a Khale (an auntie) to Adam as he grows up, and to help make sure he always knows how extraordinary his mother was and how deeply she touched the lives of those fortunate enough to know her.

I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Sobia Laique. I had the privilege of working with Dr. Laique during my time in Hepatology at Cleveland Clinic, and I am grateful to have had the opportunity to work alongside her. She was an incredibly dedicated physician whose compassion, professionalism, and commitment to her patients left a lasting impression on those around her. It is difficult to hear of the loss of someone who made such a meaningful impact on so many lives. My heartfelt condolences go out to her family, friends, colleagues, patients, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Rest in peace, Dr. Laique. Your impact will not be forgotten.

I am very saddened to announce the passing of my colleague, Dr. Sobia Laique. Many of our colleagues/coworkers have already posted very poignant honorary posts about her contributions, and how tremendous an impact she made on her coworkers, colleagues, and patients. Sobia was one of those medical professionals that just had "it." I knew she had the “it“ factor the first time we met and I will never forget the great conversation we had! Everyone knew she was a superstar, and that she was on her way to becoming the stalwart that would change the way we cared for patients with MASLD/MASH. Sobia, trust that what you have started, and all your hard work, will not be forgotten. Your intelligence was always on display, and you were an eloquent speaker. You were a great communicator and teacher, to both your patients and colleagues. What I will miss most is your ability to just interact with colleagues and have casual conversations, many of which would lead to great ideas and research projects. You were so humble, and your positive personality was so infectious; no matter how much you had on your plate, you always seemed relaxed, ready to help patients, and thinking of the next big project. You were such a great colleague, listener, and friend. I will think of you most when things get tough, when you always seemed relaxed and at your best. I will miss you dearly, as will many of our colleagues at Cleveland Clinic and across the world. RIP my friend.

In Memoriam: Dr. Sobia Laique, MD The medical community is mourning the tragic loss of Dr. Sobia Laique, MD, a dedicated staff gastroenterologist and transplant hepatologist at the Cleveland Clinic, who passed away unexpectedly. Dr. Laique was an alumna of the Aga Khan University Medical College (Class of 2013) and devoted her career to clinical excellence, research, and caring for patients facing complex liver diseases and advanced gastrointestinal conditions. A Legacy of Healing & Service Throughout her career, Dr. Laique was known by colleagues, trainees, and patients not only for her clinical skill in transplant hepatology, but also for her deep compassion and dedication to patient advocacy. Beyond her clinical practice, she contributed to research in hepatology, liver disease, and advanced endoscopic techniques. Her heartbreaking passing is a profound loss to her family, friends, colleagues at the Cleveland Clinic, and the many patients whose lives she touched. May her memory be a blessing and her soul rest in peace.

The Pakistani-American physician community is in mourning over the loss of this brilliant colleague at the prime of her life and the loss of a mother, wife, daughter. Even for the most educated and seemingly privileged, childbirth in the U.S. remains dangerous, even deadly. While her newborn is reportedly doing well, the loss of a mother during birth is always tragic. Dr. Sobia Laique was an alum of my alma mater, Aga Khan University and a highly accomplished physician and academic at Cleveland Clinic. She is described as both brilliant and compassionate as well as a beloved and respected mentor. إِنَّا لِلَّهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ

Great loss to American Medical Women's Association (AMWA) Women's Health World Congress and a great human being, excellent clinician at such a young age.

It is almost incomprehensible to share the passing of one of my closest mentors and friends, Dr. Sobia Laique. Sobia and I met three years ago and instantly, I knew, Sobia was going to change the world. She was passionate, smart, and determined that she was going to build the Metabolic Liver Disease center Cleveland Clinic into the best place for liver care. And she was doing it. More than that, Sobia had a profound impact on me personally. She taught me how to balance personal life with an unmatched enthusiasm for her patients, and how to bring a joy and energy to work that was infectious. Our group of trainees who worked with her have shared many a phone call these past days sharing our love for her and her family, speaking to her incredible ability to help both patients and trainees feel seen and valued. Sobia dedicated her life to patients with all stages of liver disease and would frequently call me from family vacation or the dinner table with her husband, Omar, in the background to talk about MASH and how our team could help these patients better. Omar, to his immense credit, was fully supportive of this passion, and he would frequently laugh at us in the background of the calls for her "crazy ideas". That enthusiasm, in particular, will stick with me forever, as will his barking laugh at the things we would come up with. Although I am struggling to make sense of this tragedy, my only thought is to share my feeling that she would want us to buckle down, as a greater medical family, and bring double the passion for caring for these patients with MASH in particular, which was her passion. This might still be half her daily energy, but that energy was simply unmatched. I am convinced it is what she would want, and the only way I can personally figure out how to make something out of such sadness. She is survived by her husband Omar, newborn son, Adam, and their dog Mila. Thoughts and prayers from all are more than welcome. She will be greatly missed.

The medical community has lost an incredible soul. Dr. Sobia Laique MD, was a brilliant and compassionate physician, and an even more beautiful human being. Since hearing this heartbreaking news, I’ve found myself remembering her many acts of kindness and generosity. I keep thinking about the chocolates she would leave on my desk between clinic patients during residency when I was pregnant, just so I wouldn’t get “hangry.” Such a small gesture, but so very Sobia—always noticing, always caring. Please join me in honoring Dr. Laique’s memory and the many lives she touched. May her memory be a blessing.

Rest in Peace Dr. Sobia Laique More than a family, it's a big loss of Pakistan

إِنَّا لِلَّهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ Dr. Sobia Laique, an alumna of Aga Khan University Medical College, Class of 2013, has passed away, leaving behind a profound sense of loss among her family, friends, colleagues, patients, and all those whose lives she touched. Dr. Sobia went on to establish an exceptional career as a transplant hepatologist at Cleveland Clinic. Her dedication to her patients, her profession, and the pursuit of excellence remained central to her professional life and will continue to be remembered as an important part of her legacy. Her passing has been met with deep sorrow, and heartfelt condolences are extended to her family and loved ones during this difficult time. Her contributions to medicine and the care she provided to her patients will be remembered with gratitude and admiration. May Allah (SWT) grant Dr. Sobia infinite mercy, elevate her ranks in Jannat-ul-Firdous, and bless her family and loved ones with sabr, strength, and comfort. She will remain in the prayers and memories of all those who knew her.

We lost an extraordinary colleague far too soon. Dr. Sobia Laique (1989–2026) was an exceptional hepatologist, clinician-scientist, collaborator, and friend. Her kindness, brilliance, and dedication to her patients will never be forgotten. She will be deeply missed.

Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Ilayhe Raji'un It is with great sorrow that we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of our beloved alumna, Dr. Sobia Laique. We join her family, friends, colleagues, and all those whose lives she touched in mourning this immense loss. An alumna of the Aga Khan University Medical College, Class of 2013, Dr. Sobia went on to build an exceptional career as a transplant hepatologist at Cleveland Clinic. Her dedication to her patients, her profession, and the pursuit of excellence will remain an enduring part of her legacy. As we remember Dr. Sobia with gratitude and admiration, we extend our heartfelt condolences to her family and loved ones. May Allah (SWT) envelop her in His infinite mercy and bless her family with sabr and strength during this difficult time. Please remember Dr. Sobia and her family in your prayers.