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Vishal Chavda

Also known as: Vishal K Chavda

Department of Neurosurgery, Traumatology Hospital of Azua, Dominican Republic, Clínica de Neurotraumatología S.C. (Neurotraumatology Clinic), University of Miami Health System, Ospedale Cannizzaro

ORCID iD 0000-0002-5812-3412
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Dr. Vishal K. Chavda, MS, PhD, PGDip (Clinical Psychology), FICN, FIN, is a Clinical-Neuroscientist whose work bridges clinical practice, translational neuroscience, and evidence-based medicine to advance the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of neurological disorders. His academic and clinical interests encompass stroke, cerebrovascular diseases, neurovascular medicine, brain and spinal disorders, neuro-oncology, traumatic brain injury, neurorehabilitation, and clinical neuroscience, with a strong commitment to translating scientific discoveries into meaningful improvements in patient care.

Dr. Chavda serves as Honorary Professor in the Department of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Neurogenetics and the Department of Clinical & Translational Research at the ChromoMED Institute, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, where he contributes to international academic collaboration, translational research, and postgraduate education. He also serves as Associate Professor with Honorary Distinction (Academic Editor) in the Department of Neuroscience & Neurosurgical Surgery at the Neurotraumatology Clinic, New Mexico, Mexico, supporting academic excellence, scientific publishing, and multidisciplinary neuroscience initiatives. In addition, he is a Visiting Research Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at the Traumatology Hospital of Azua, Dominican Republic, contributing to collaborative clinical research and neurosurgical education. He is also an Official Member of the Chair of UNESCO Digital Anatomy at the University de Paris, promoting innovation in digital anatomy education and international academic cooperation.

His international academic development includes advanced research and clinical training at Stanford University School of Medicine (USA), the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine (USA), and Gamma Knife Neurosurgery at Cannizzaro Hospital, Italy, complemented by fellowships in cerebrovascular medicine, spine disorders, movement disorders, and Parkinson's disease. These experiences have shaped his multidisciplinary approach to neuroscience, integrating clinical expertise with translational research and global collaboration.

Beyond his clinical and research activities, Dr. Chavda is actively engaged in scientific publishing and academic leadership as an editor and editorial board member for several international peer-reviewed journals. He serves as Lead Book Editor for major international reference works, including Neurogynecology and Associated Neurological Disorders (Elsevier), Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation (Elsevier), Surgical and Non-Surgical Advances in Stroke Management and Therapeutics (Elsevier), and The Cerebrospinal Fluid Continuum in Stroke: Molecular Intelligence from Acute Injury to Function Recovery (Springer Nature). Through these editorial roles, he contributes to advancing scientific communication, evidence-based clinical practice, and interdisciplinary collaboration across the neurological sciences.

His current research interests include:

Clinical Neuroscience
Translational Neuroscience
Stroke & Cerebrovascular Medicine
Neurovascular & Neurosurgical Research
Brain & Spine Disorders
Neuro-Oncology
Traumatic Brain Injury & Neurorehabilitation
Clinical Psychology
Evidence-Based Neurology
Artificial Intelligence in Neuroscience
Medical Education
Scientific Publishing
Precision Medicine

Dr. Chavda's academic mission is to advance neuroscience through scientific excellence, international collaboration, interdisciplinary innovation, and the translation of research into improved neurological care, while fostering education, mentorship, and global partnerships that contribute to the future of brain and spine health

Employment

  • Department of Neurosurgery, Traumatology Hospital of Azua, Dominican Republic Visiting Research Professor (Collaborative neurosurgical research, clinical neuroscience, postgraduate education, and international academic exchange)
    2026 - Present
  • Clínica de Neurotraumatología S.C. (Neurotraumatology Clinic) Associate Professor (Role: Academic teaching, neuroscience research, scientific publishing, editorial leadership, and development of evidence-based neurosurgical education)
    2026 - Present
  • ChromoMED Institute Honorary Professor: (Role:Provides academic leadership in clinical neuroscience, neurosurgery, neurogenetics, and translational research through postgraduate education, interdisciplinary collaboration, scientific mentorship, and the advancement of eviden…
    2026 - Present

Education

  • University of Miami Health System Postdoctoral Associate, Description (Undertook postdoctoral academic training within the Division of Interventional Neurology and Endovascular Neurosurgery, gaining experience in contemporary approaches to stroke management, neurovascular interventions, …
    2025 - 2026
  • Ospedale Cannizzaro Visiting Fellow (Observership) – Gamma Knife Neurosurgery Cannizzaro Hospital, Catania, Italy; Description: Specialized international training in stereotactic radiosurgery and Gamma Knife neurosurgery, emphasizing precision-based management of intracra…
    2024 - 2024
  • EMO Matrix PG Diploma in Clinical Psychology (Advanced postgraduate training in clinical psychology with emphasis on neuropsychology, cognitive and behavioral sciences, psychological assessment, patient-centered care, and the integration of psychological principles…
    2023 - 2024
  • Brain Mapping Medical Research Organization & Support Foundation Fellowship – Cerebrovascular & Spine SBMT, Los Angeles, California, USA; Description: Advanced fellowship training in cerebrovascular diseases, stroke management, and spinal disorders, integrating contemporary surgical and non-surgical approaches with…
    2022 - 2024
  • Stanford University Medical Center Postdoctoral Fellow Stanford Medicine, Stanford University, California, USA; Description: Conducted advanced postdoctoral research in translational neuroscience, investigating the role of mitochondrial dysfunction in the pathophysiology of neurologica…
    2022 - 2023
  • Nirma University PhD (Specialization: Neuropharmacology / Neurology); Description- Doctoral research investigated the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying diabetes-associated cerebrovascular disorders and cognitive decline, with emphasis on the interaction between m…
    2016 - 2021
  • Indian Society of Sleep Research (ISSR) National Sleep Medicine Course (NSMC) Description Professional certification in sleep medicine focusing on the diagnosis, evaluation, and multidisciplinary management of sleep disorders, highlighting the relationship between sleep, neurological diseases…
    2016 - 2016
  • National Forensic Sciences University MS (Specialization: Neuropharmacology / Neurology); Research Focus Master's research focused on Neonatal Epilepsy, investigating the neurobiological and pharmacological mechanisms underlying epileptogenesis during early brain development. The work expl…
    2013 - 2015
  • B. J. Medical College, New Civil Hospital Diploma in Anesthesiology Assistant (Description Completed formal clinical training in anaesthesiology at one of India's leading tertiary teaching hospitals, gaining experience in perioperative medicine, anesthesia support, airway management, critical c…
    2011 - 2013

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