Physician-scientist bridging the worlds of clinical ophthalmology and cutting-edge medical technology. Leading the development of AI-powered diagnostic solutions while maintaining deep clinical expertise in eye care.

Head of Medical Affairs, Mediwhale Inc.
Bridging the gap between ophthalmology expertise and cutting-edge medical technology
MBBS, MS Ophthalmology with specialized expertise in glaucoma, retinal disorders, and comprehensive eye care
PhD in Clinical & Translational Sciences with 100+ peer-reviewed publications and h-index of 30
Head of Medical Affairs at Mediwhale, leading SaMD development and digital health innovation
As a physician-scientist with over a decade of experience, I specialize in translating complex medical concepts across multiple domains including ophthalmology, cardiology, nephrology and digital health. My work spans clinical practice, academic research, and technology innovation, with a particular focus on AI applications in medical imaging and Software as Medical Device (SaMD) development.
Currently serving as Head of Medical Affairs at Mediwhale Inc., I lead global medical affairs teams while maintaining active research collaborations. My expertise includes deep learning projects in ophthalmology, fundus image prediction, and clinical data analysis. I serve on editorial boards, peer-review for 20+ journals, and have received multiple international awards for my contributions to medical research and innovation.
From examining eyes to developing AI that sees
Building the foundation from clinical medicine to AI innovation




The journey from clinical practice to medical technology leadership
Clinical Practice

Scientific Study

Research Fellow

Academic Bridge

SaMD

The evolution from clinical practice to technological innovation
Where medical expertise meets technological innovation
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Transforming ophthalmology through technology
Deep learning algorithms for automated detection and analysis of diseases from fundus photographs
Leading development of Software as Medical Device solutions for ophthalmic diagnostics and monitoring
Pioneering digital health solutions that bridge clinical practice with advanced medical technology
Ready to explore the future of ophthalmology and medical technology?
sahil.thakur@mediwhale.com
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