Dr. Eiman Ghaffarpasand Fellowship Announcement

Sep 6, 2024

Born and raised in Iran, Dr. Ghaffarpasand grew up in a small family where his father worked as a biology teacher, whose influence likely nurtured his early fascination with the sciences. His academic prowess became evident early on when Dr. Ghaffarpasand excelled in a national experimental biology exam, securing the top rank in the country. He finished the undergrad as a member of the National Organization for Development of Exemptional Talents (NODET). This achievement was a testament to his dedication and set the stage for his future endeavors in the medical field. 

Dr. Ghaffarpasand pursued his medical education at Kashan University of Medical Sciences and Health Services (KAUMS), where his passion for trauma and acute care surgery took shape. The region's high rate of car accidents highlighted the need for advanced trauma care, fueling his drive to make a difference. During his time at Kashan, Dr. Ghaffarpasand founded the Student Trauma Research Center, an initiative aimed at addressing public safety and improving emergency care. His research reached an international audience for the first time when he presented his abstract at the European Society of Trauma and Emergency Surgery (ESTES) conference in Antalya, Turkey 2009. 

After graduating from medical school, he took on the role of Chief Medical Officer (CMO) at an addiction treatment center in Tehran, where he gained invaluable experience in managing complex medical and social issues. Following this, he dedicated three years to working in underserved areas, a period marked by his commitment to addressing healthcare disparities and providing quality care to those in need. 

Seeking new opportunities and challenges, Dr. Ghaffarpasand made the pivotal decision to immigrate to the United States. He began his journey at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) and Brigham and Women Hospital (BHW) at Harvard Medical School, diving into surgical research that would further enrich his expertise and contribute to the global medical community. The research has led to multiple abstract presentations and manuscript publications. Throughout his journey, Dr. Ghaffarpasand’s unwavering commitment to trauma care, public safety, and surgical research has shaped a career defined by impact and innovation. His story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the profound difference one individual can make in the world of medicine. 

After a distinguished career marked by significant contributions to trauma research and a robust background in acute care, Dr. Ghaffarpasand has matched to the Trauma and Surgical Critical Care Fellowship at Westchester Medical Center, New York Medical College (NYMC). This opportunity represents the culmination of years of dedicated research and clinical practice. Westchester Medical Center, a leading healthcare institution in New York’s Hudson Valley, is renowned for its excellence in trauma and surgical critical care. The center stands out for its state-of-the-art facilities, which include cutting-edge trauma and emergency care units that are equipped to handle the most complex cases. 

Joining Westchester Medical Center, after finishing the residency at Downstate, is a significant milestone in Dr. Ghaffarpasand’s career. The opportunity to work alongside esteemed colleagues and contribute to a leading institution renowned for its impact on trauma and surgical critical care is both inspiring and motivating. This will provide him with invaluable experiences and resources to further his career as an academic surgeon-scientist.