Prof. Foolad Eghbali | Health Professions | Excellence in Research

Chief director of GSRC at Iran University of Medical Sciences, Iran

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Education🎓

🎓 Dr. Foolad Eghbali has an extensive educational background, beginning with a top-tier performance in Iran’s National Public Universities’ Entrance Examination, where he ranked 23rd out of over 600,000 participants. He earned his Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Tehran University of Medical Sciences and became a board-certified general surgeon at Iran University of Medical Sciences. Dr. Eghbali further honed his skills with a fellowship in Advanced Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery, a stint at Pierre and Marie Curie University in Paris for vascular surgery, and a certification in microscopic surgery from Paris. Recently, he was awarded the Fellowship of the International Federation of Obesity Surgery (FIFSO).

Professional Experience 🏥

🏥 Dr. Eghbali is a highly experienced surgeon with significant contributions to the medical field. He serves as the Head of the Rasoul Akram General Surgery Department at Iran University of Medical Sciences and is the founder of both the General Surgery Research Center and the Research Center for Artificial Intelligence in Health and Medicine. In addition to his clinical roles, he is an Associate Professor of Surgery and leads various centers of excellence in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery. His leadership extends to directing fellowship programs and serving on multiple research and hospital committees.

Research Interest 🔬

🔬 Dr. Eghbali’s research interests are diverse and cutting-edge. He is deeply involved in exploring the applications of Artificial Intelligence in Medicine, particularly in the fields of minimally invasive surgery, metabolic and bariatric surgery, vascular surgery, and oncologic surgery. His work also encompasses trauma and microsurgery, reflecting his broad expertise and commitment to advancing surgical techniques and patient outcomes.

Awards and Honors 🏅

Dr. Eghbali has received numerous accolades throughout his career. He was ranked in the top 99.99th percentile in Iran’s National Public Universities’ Entrance Examination and was honored as the Top Medical Student in Iran. His achievements include a prestigious scholarship for vascular surgery residency in France, recognition as the best researcher of the year at Hazrat Rasoul Hospital, and multiple awards for his presentations and publications. His contributions as a reviewer for several prominent medical journals further underscore his influence and recognition in the field.

Achievements 🏆 

• 🎓 Medical Education: Graduated with a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Tehran University of Medical Sciences.
• 🏅 Board Certification: Achieved board certification in General Surgery.
• 🔬 Specialized Training: Completed advanced training in vascular and microscopic surgery in Paris.
• 🏥 Leadership: Currently serves as the Head of the General Surgery Department at Rasoul Akram Hospital.
• 🧠 Research Leadership: Founded multiple research centers at Iran University of Medical Sciences, focusing on innovation in medical sciences.
• 🤖 Pioneering AI in Surgery: Spearheaded research on the application of Artificial Intelligence in surgery, advancing the field of medical technology.
• 🌍 Global Collaborations: Established international research collaborations, contributing to the global medical community.
• 🏆 Awards and Honors: Received numerous awards and recognitions for excellence in surgical practice and medical research.

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