Mehrzad Khakpour

Mehrzad joined Sonendo in 2008 as the primary research and innovation driver of Sonendo’s GentleWave technology. In his role as the Vice President of Research and Development, he is responsible for developing the GentleWave Procedure and overseeing new product development and clinical research. Throughout his career, Mehrzad has authored numerous patent applications and peer-reviewed journal articles. He graduated with a Master of Science degree from the University of Minnesota and earned his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, with a focus on fluid dynamics and its application in medical devices and biological systems.