šØāāļø Saad Javeed is a dynamic medical professional currently serving as a Resident in General Surgery at Washington University School of Medicine. š With a background in Neurosurgery and a Master’s in Clinical Investigation, he is a dedicated researcher, earning the Best Researcher Award for his work on cervical spine diseases. š Hailing from Sharif Medical and Dental College in Lahore, Pakistan, Saad’s journey includes impactful roles as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and Research Trainee, contributing significantly to nerve transfer surgeries, spinal cord injury outcomes, and bone growth induction. š„ Committed to clinical excellence, his leadership shines through various roles, fostering literary and scientific discourse(Cervical spine disease).
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Education:
šØāš Saad Javeed embarked on his medical journey at Sharif Medical and Dental College in Lahore, Pakistan, graduating with distinction with a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S) from 2012 to 2017. š„ During this time, he immersed himself in core clinical rotations at Sharif Medical City and Ittefaq Trust Hospital, Lahore, while also dedicating his time as a volunteer in the Emergency department.
š Expanding his horizons, Saad pursued a Master of Science in Clinical Investigation (MSCI) at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO, from 2021 to 2023. š§Ŗ His research focus during this period involved a cutting-edge project on biomarker discovery in Chronic Entrapment Neuropathy. š¤ Under the guidance of primary mentor Dr. Wilson Ray and secondary mentor Dr. David Brogan, Saad showcased his commitment to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient outcomes. š
Research:
š Saad Javeed, a dedicated Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Ray Lab, Neurosurgery, Washington University School of Medicine, explores the intricate realm of spinal health. Under the mentorship of Dr. Wilson Z. Ray, M.D., his clinical endeavors delve into nerve transfers for cervical spinal cord injuries, optimizing treatment algorithms for tetraplegia, and pioneering research in spinal cord injury outcomes and predictive modeling. š¤ Additionally, Saad integrates mobile health technology into spinal surgery outcomes. In the realm of basic science, he investigates electrical stimulation for bone growth post-fracture and spinal fusion, objective biomarkers in chronic entrapment neuropathy, and techniques to enhance nerve regeneration after peripheral nerve injury. š§ š¬
Clinical experience:
šØāāļø Saad Javeed’s medical journey unfolds as a Preliminary Resident in General Surgery (PGY1) at Washington University School of Medicine since 2023, showcasing his commitment to surgical excellence. š His summer of 2022 was marked by a Sub-Internship in Neurosurgery at the same institution, honing his skills in this specialized field. š§ Prior experiences include a Neurosurgery Clinical Observership at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in 2019 and a Spring 2019 Clinical Observership in Neurology at the University of South Florida School of Medicine. š„ In 2018-2019, Saad engaged in a Clinical Elective, serving as a Medical Scribe at Dominion Cardiovascular Specialists in Richmond, VA. š
Honors and Awards:
š Saad Javeed’s accolades form a stellar constellation, reflecting his prowess in medicine and research. In 2016, he earned the Student Medical Volunteer Award at Sharif Medical City and assumed the role of Student President of the Literary Society at Sharif Medical and Dental College. š· His artistic talents were recognized with the Best Abstract Portrait in the Intercollegiate Medical College Photography Competition. Fast forward to 2021 and beyond, Saad’s contributions reached new heights, including a Journal Cover Illustration Award from JNS Spine and a string of honors for abstract presentations and posters at prestigious conferences, solidifying his status as a trailblazer in peripheral nerve surgery. šš§
Publications:
š Publication: “Revision Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion and Revision Cervical Arthroplasty Are Associated with Similar Outcomes: Real-World Analysis from a National Quality Registry”
š„ Authors:
- Tsai, S.H.L.
- Alvi, M.A. š§
- Tazyeen, S.
- Bydon, M.
- Elder, B.D.
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Year: 2021
š Journal: Turkish Neurosurgery, 31(6), pp. 952ā961
š Publication: “Prevalence and Trends in Management of Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus in the United States: Insights from the National Inpatient Sample”
š„ Authors:
- Alvi, M.A. š§
- Brown, D.
- Yolcu, Y.
- Cogswell, P.M.
- Elder, B.D.
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Year: 2021
š Journal: World Neurosurgery, 145, pp. e38āe52