Zohaib Akhtar MD MPH
Zohaib Akhtar MD MPH
Behind the Innovations
Here are some of the ideas I’ve worked on to solve important healthcare challenges. Each case study tells the story of a specific problem, the unique solutions developed, and the real impact they’ve had on health. From improving patient care to advancing public health, this is a behind-the-scenes look at how evidence-based innovation can make a meaningful difference.
Hypothermia during surgery poses significant risks, from increased infections to prolonged recovery times. This innovation tackled the problem proactively by focusing on prewarming patients before surgery, stabilizing body temperature and improving outcomes. Backed by clinical research and real-world evidence, this approach has now been adapted into patient care, setting a new standard for safer and more effective surgeries. (Full Case Study)
What if changing how providers schedule their time could save lives? Our one-day multidisciplinary clinic does just that—bringing together all specialists on the same day to create a unified treatment plan for breast cancer patients. This innovative approach has cut treatment delays in half, proving that rethinking schedules can lead to faster care and better outcomes. (Full Case Study)
Dropby was a groundbreaking public health innovation designed to address the challenge of isolation while uncovering new data points linking social behavior to mental and physical health outcomes. Built through a multidisciplinary collaboration spanning medicine, public health, data science, business, and engineering, Dropby combined proactive prevention strategies with cutting-edge technology. By fostering real-world connections, prioritizing privacy, and integrating health insights, Dropby aimed to transform how we approach mental health and well-being. (Full Case Study)
CareFold is an innovative solution born from the Biomedical Design Fellowship, designed to address the critical challenge of unplanned extubations (UEs) in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). Developed through a multidisciplinary effort involving neonatologists, engineers, public health experts, and parents, CareFold enables safer transfers, reduces UEs, and empowers parents to engage in essential skin-to-skin bonding with their preterm infants. (Full Case Study)
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