S K.
About S K.
S K is a Medical Director at the South Asian Diabetes Remission Program and has extensive experience in various medical roles, including Chief Editor at Medscape and Vice President at Roche. They co-founded Cloud DX and have a strong focus on reversing diabetes through lifestyle changes.
Current Role at LifestyleRx
Currently, S K. serves as the Medical Director of the South Asian Diabetes Remission Program at LifestyleRx. In this role, S K. focuses on reversing diabetes and eliminating the need for drug therapy through lifestyle changes. Additionally, S K. provides virtual patient care as a part-time Internist, contributing to the organization's mission of improving health outcomes through innovative medical solutions. S K. reports directly to the Chief Medical Officer, ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic goals.
Previous Experience in Healthcare
S K. has extensive experience in the healthcare sector, having held various significant positions. Prior to joining LifestyleRx, S K. worked at Roche as Vice President of Medical & Regulatory Affairs. S K. also served as Chief Editor for Critical Care Medicine at Medscape from 2016 to 2022. Other notable roles include Chief Medical Officer at Biosign Technologies Inc. and Member of the Board of Directors at Cloud DX. S K. has also volunteered as a physician with Project Medishare for Haiti.
Education and Specialized Training
S K. has a diverse educational background with degrees in Medicine, Kinesiology, and various specialized certifications. S K. earned a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Western University and completed a Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine at McMaster University. S K. has also studied Aerospace Physiology and Medicine at the Royal Military College of Canada. Additional certifications include a Strategic Healthcare Leadership Certificate from Cornell University and a Certificate in Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare from Harvard Medical School.
Leadership and Innovation in Medical Technology
S K. co-founded Cloud DX, a company listed on the TSX Venture Exchange, and has served as its Chief Medical Officer. This role involved driving innovation in medical technology and improving patient care through digital health solutions. S K. has also been involved in academic initiatives, serving as Founding Faculty at SingularityU Canada, where S K. contributed to the education of future leaders in medicine and technology.
Long-term Commitment to Education and Mentorship
S K. has been dedicated to education and mentorship throughout their career. Currently, S K. holds the position of Assistant Clinical Professor (Adjunct) of Medicine at McMaster University, where S K. engages in teaching and mentoring medical students. S K.'s commitment to education is further demonstrated through participation in various training programs and leadership roles in academic settings, fostering the development of future healthcare professionals.