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Danish Bhatti

Founder and Angel Investor in Healthcare Innovation | Academic Medicine | Innovative Education

Orlando, Florida

Education

  • Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

    King Edwards Medical University

    (1998 - 2004)

Work Experience

  • Managing Partner

    2021

    As the founding partner of Tajdeed, I have channeled my passion for healthcare innovation into the creation of a unique platform designed to empower healthcare entrepreneurs in emerging countries. Our mission at Tajdeed is twofold: to enhance healthcare access through innovative solutions and to leverage the often underutilized resources available in developing regions. My role as Managing Partner involves the strategic steering of Tajdeed's vision and direction. I spearheaded the establishment of an extensive network of healthcare experts, providing mentorship, networking opportunities, and pre-seed funding to qualified founders. This initiative is designed to foster synergies and streamline the go-to-market strategies of early-stage healthcare startups. I believe deeply in the transformative power of collaboration, and I've worked tirelessly to establish and foster relationships with a diverse array of healthcare stakeholders. These include not only entrepreneurs and startup founders, but also investors, healthcare organizations, and regulatory bodies. Our collective goal is to accelerate the pace of innovation in the healthcare sector, particularly within the context of developing countries. In addition, my role requires me to stay abreast of the latest trends and advances in healthcare technology. I am constantly exploring new ideas and opportunities to ensure that Tajdeed remains at the forefront of healthcare innovation. This commitment to continuous learning and adaptation is what enables us to deliver on our mission of enhancing healthcare access and quality on a global scale. At Tajdeed, we are more than just a network of healthcare professionals—we are a community dedicated to driving positive change in the global healthcare landscape.

  • Neurology Chair for Education

    2022

    As the Neurology Chair for Education at the University of Central Florida - College of Medicine, I am committed to enhancing neurology education across the medical school years through a comprehensive and innovative approach. ● Leading the neurology educational programs and initiatives at the University of Central Florida - College of Medicine. ● Developing and implementing a comprehensive educational strategy for medical students, in line with the latest advancements in neurology. ● Collaborating with faculty to design and deliver a curriculum that meets accreditation requirements and promotes excellence in neurology education. ● Providing leadership and mentorship to adjunct neurology faculty members, fostering a culture of teaching excellence and research innovation in neurology. ● Overseeing evaluation processes to ensure the effectiveness and continuous improvement of educational programs and learning outcomes. ● Integrating innovative teaching methods and technology to enhance the learning experience and engagement of students, residents, and fellows. ● Fostering partnerships with healthcare institutions, community organizations, and professional networks to expand educational opportunities and research collaborations. ● Staying up to date with the latest developments in neurology education through participation in conferences, workshops, and professional development activities. ● Representing the neurology department in institutional committees and events, advocating for the department's needs and priorities. ● Promoting a culture of continuous learning, professionalism, and compassionate patient care within the neurology department.

  • Director, Brain & Behavior Module

    2022

    As the Brain Behavior Module Director at the University of Central Florida - College of Medicine, I oversee the basic sciences module covering Psychiatry, Neuroanatomy, Neuropathology, Neurology and Neuropharmacology. Through curriculum development, mentorship, and collaboration, My aim is to instill a passion for Neurosciences and prepare students for successful clinical rotations and medical careers. ● Overseeing brain behavior module, ensuring a comprehensive educational experience for medical students. ● Developing curriculum aligned with objectives and accreditation requirements, fostering a solid foundation in Neurosciences. ● Delivering engaging lectures, facilitated case-based discussions, and interactive sessions to enhance students' clinical reasoning and diagnostic skills. ● Conducting regular evaluations, and providing constructive feedback to support student's professional growth. ● Collaborating with faculty and preceptors to ensure consistent educational standards across basic sciences areas including anatomy, pathology, psychiatry and pharmacology. ● Engaging in scholarly activities, including research projects, publications, and presentations.

  • Neurology Clerkship Director

    2022

    As the Neurology Clerkship Director at the University of Central Florida - College of Medicine, I am providing a comprehensive educational experience, mentoring students, and delivering engaging lectures during clinical clerkship in Neurology. Through curriculum development, mentorship, and collaboration, My aim is to instill a passion for neurology, develop clinical competencies, and prepare students for successful medical careers. ● Overseeing neurology clerkship program, ensuring a comprehensive educational experience for medical students. ● Developing curriculum aligned with objectives and accreditation requirements, fostering a solid foundation in clinical neurology. ● Delivering engaging lectures, facilitated case-based discussions, and interactive sessions to enhance students' clinical reasoning and diagnostic skills. ● Mentoring and guiding students during clinical rotations, assisting in developing clinical competencies, and formulating differential diagnoses. ● Conducting regular evaluations, and providing constructive feedback to support student's professional growth. ● Organizing clinical skills workshops, simulation exercises, and bedside teaching to enhance practical skills. ● Collaborating with faculty and preceptors to ensure consistent educational standards across clinical sites. ● Staying up to date with advancements in neurology through continuous professional development. ● Engaging in scholarly activities, including research projects, publications, and presentations.

  • Associate Professor

    2022

  • Co-Founder

    2022

    Revive Labs, channels passion for healthcare innovation into fostering transformative health tech solutions in emerging countries and accelerating global health tech by utilizing the expertise of leading US-based physicians. Revive Labs offers a product accelerator program to healthcare entrepreneurs, startups, and innovators, providing them guidance and support for product design, product-market fit, commercialization pathways, prototyping to develop minimum viable products and understanding regulatory pathways for compliance. ● Founded Revive-Labs with a vision to accelerate health tech globally, focusing on product acceleration in emerging countries and leveraging the expertise of leading US-based Physicians. ● Driving the company's strategic direction and overall management, overseeing all aspects of operations, business development, and growth initiatives. ● Collaborating with a consortium of leading Physicians, all with backgrounds in health tech, to develop and commercialize healthcare products that address the unique needs and challenges of emerging countries. ● Fostering strong relationships with healthcare entrepreneurs, startups, and innovators, providing guidance and support in developing and refining their healthcare products and solutions.

  • Director

    2022

    We play a pivotal role in revolutionizing the medical device industry by offering comprehensive research and development solutions, from conceptualization and design to the creation of tangible prototypes using advanced 3D printing techniques and sophisticated fabrication processes. We operate at the intersection of innovation, affordability, and clinical insight, providing top-tier medical device design and prototyping services at a competitive price point. This is made possible by our unique ability to leverage cost-effective resources available in emerging countries. Our team, composed of US-based Pakistani diaspora physicians with extensive clinical experience, brings a distinctive perspective to our work. This physician-led model infuses our projects with a nuanced understanding of the real-world needs and challenges in healthcare, leading to the creation of relevant and impactful medical devices that can truly transform patient care and outcomes. At Revive Medical Technologies, we're not just developing medical devices — we're fast-tracking the future of healthcare

  • Associate Professor

    2020 - 2022

    At the University of Nebraska Medical Center, I have dedicated my career to advancing the field of Movement Disorders and Neurology through teaching, research, and patient care. I established the Comprehensive Multidisciplinary Parkinson Disease Clinic at UNMC and grew it to become the largest PD-focused clinic in Nebraska and one of the largest in the Midwest. It provided comprehensive care of all aspects of PD and introduced patients to clinical research. I grew the clinical research in Parkinson's Disease at UNMC and collaborated with various organizations and departments on multicenter multiteam trials, including Phase II and III NIH-funded clinical research in partnership with Parkinson Study Group, the largest consortium of clinical researchers in PD internationally. I partnered with Departments of Experimental Neurotherapeutics and Biomechanics at the University of Nebraska as well as the College of Allied Health in PD research and collaborated with Mind and Brain Health lab on the impact of PD on Driving. As curriculum director for residency and associate program director for the movement disorders fellowship, I mentored medical students, residents, and fellows for their professional growth and development in Movement Disorders and Neurology. Throughout my tenure, I have developed and delivered online courses that leverage digital platforms to provide accessible and flexible education to physicians worldwide. I have also designed and implemented innovative teaching methodologies that incorporate interactive and case-based learning approaches to ensure active engagement and effective knowledge transfer.

  • Assistant Professor (Neurology)

    2014 - 2020