Derek Amanatullah, MD, PhD

Founder and Chair at nSight Surgical

Derek Amanatullah, MD, PhD has a diverse work experience. Derek is the Founder and Chair of nSight Surgical, a patient advocate data platform that utilizes computer vision and natural language processing to extract lost information from surgical procedures. Derek is also the Founder of PlantarTech, a company focused on improving the treatment of plantar fasciitis. Additionally, they have served as an Assistant Professor at Stanford University.

Derek Amanatullah, MD, PhD, has an extensive education history spanning multiple prestigious institutions. Derek began their academic journey by earning a high school diploma from Pinewood School in 1994. Derek then pursued their undergraduate studies at the University of Southern California, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Biomedical Engineering in 1998.

Derek continued their education at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, where they earned a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree in Cell Biology. Furthermore, they also pursued a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Cell Biology and a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Developmental and Molecular Biology, all from Albert Einstein College of Medicine, completing their degrees in 2007.

Following their graduate studies, Derek further specialized in Orthopedic Surgery by completing a Residency program at the University of California, Davis, from 2007 to 2013. Derek then undertook fellowships to enhance their expertise. In 2013-2014, they completed a Fellowship in Lower Extremity Adult Reconstruction at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine. In 2017, they also pursued a Fellowship in BioDesign at Stanford University.

In later years, Derek focused on leadership and organizational studies. In 2018, they attended Stanford University School of Medicine where they completed the Realizing Improvement Through Team Empowerment Program, specializing in Organizational Leadership. Moreover, from 2020 to 2021, they expanded their knowledge in this field by attending the Advancement Power Education Excellence Program at the University of Southern California.

Overall, Derek Amanatullah's education history showcases their commitment to acquiring diverse knowledge and expertise, combining medical, scientific, and leadership skills in their expansive academic journey.

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  • Founder and Chair

    November, 2020 - present