Akshay Maheshwari, MD, PhD
About Akshay Maheshwari, MD, PhD
Akshay Maheshwari, MD, PhD, is the Co-Founder and CEO of b.next, a position he has held since 2023. He has an extensive background in bioengineering, having worked at Stanford University and UC San Diego, and earned his MD/PhD from Stanford.
Work at b.next
Akshay Maheshwari serves as the Co-Founder and CEO of b.next, a position he has held since 2023. He operates from the San Francisco Bay Area, where he leads the company's strategic initiatives and oversees its operations. His role involves driving innovation and fostering partnerships to enhance the company's impact in the bioengineering sector.
Education and Expertise
Akshay Maheshwari completed his MD/PhD in Bioengineering through the Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) at Stanford University, studying from 2014 to 2023. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering: Biotechnology from the University of California, San Diego, from 2010 to 2014. His academic background provides a strong foundation in both medical and engineering disciplines.
Background
Before his current role, Akshay Maheshwari gained extensive experience in research and leadership. He worked as a Graduate Researcher in the Department of Bioengineering at Stanford University from 2016 to 2021. Additionally, he co-founded Engineering World Health at UC San Diego, contributing to health engineering initiatives from 2011 to 2014. His early research experience includes a position as an Undergraduate Bioengineering Researcher at UC San Diego and as a Research Assistant at Stanford University.
Professional Experience
Akshay Maheshwari's professional journey includes significant roles in academia and health engineering. He was an MD Candidate at Stanford University School of Medicine from 2014 to 2023, where he integrated medical training with his engineering expertise. His work at Stanford and UC San Diego reflects a commitment to advancing bioengineering and healthcare solutions.