Behrad Ziapour
About Behrad Ziapour
Behrad Ziapour is a General Surgery Resident (Preliminary PGY2) at NYU Langone Health with a background in emergency medicine and surgical research.
Current Position at NYU Langone Health
Behrad Ziapour is currently serving as a Preliminary PGY2 General Surgery Resident at NYU Langone Health. His tenure at this prestigious institution began in 2021. Situated in New York, United States, NYU Langone Health offers an environment rich in cutting-edge medical research and clinical practice, providing Ziapour with extensive experience in general surgery.
Previous Experience at Allegheny Health Network
Before his current role, Behrad Ziapour worked as a Preliminary PGY1 General Surgery Resident at Allegheny Health Network. His tenure spanned from 2020 to 2021, located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. He gained significant clinical experience and expanded his surgical proficiency during his 11 months in this role.
Postdoctoral Research Roles
Behrad Ziapour has held various postdoctoral research positions, starting with his role as a Surgical Research Associate at Tufts Medical Center from 2019 to 2020 in the Greater Boston Area. Prior to that, he was a Post Doctoral Research Assistant specializing in surgical research at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center from 2018 to 2019 in Burlington, MA, USA. These roles allowed Ziapour to immerse himself in the research side of surgery and contribute to advancements in the field.
Educational Background
Behrad Ziapour's educational journey began at Babol University of Medical Sciences, where he completed the Medical Doctorate Program and achieved his Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) from 1997 to 2004. Following this, he pursued further specialization at Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, earning the title of Board Certified Emergency Medicine Specialist by the Iranian Board of Emergency (IBEM) through their Emergency Medicine Residency Program from 2007 to 2010.
Advanced Trauma Life Support Instructor
Between 2013 and 2017, Behrad Ziapour served as an Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Instructor for the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma at Shiraz University of Medical Sciences in Shiraz, Iran. During these four years, he played a critical role in educating and preparing medical professionals in advanced trauma care techniques.
Interest in Clinical Applications for Research
Behrad Ziapour demonstrates a strong interest in developing clinical applications for systematic reviews and meta-analysis projects in the field of surgery. He views research as an essential clinical asset and is dedicated to integrating it with patient care through teamwork. His ongoing commitment to surgical research projects underscores his dedication to reconciling a research career with clinical surgery.