Rohit P Rao MD MBA

Summary

• Rohit Rao, MD MBA: Accomplished Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Director
  
  Dedicated to advancing pediatric cardiology, I excel in leading high-performing teams and implementing innovative practices.
  Clinical Excellence & Leadership:
  Director of CTICU at Rady Children's Hospital (2018-Present):
  Led the unit to become one of the top 3 cardiac programs in the USA, implementing pioneering strategies and practices.
  Created a groundbreaking airway program for children with congenital heart disease, utilizing a multidisciplinary team.
  Collaborative Initiatives:
  Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Consortium (PC⁴): Contributed to achieving superior care designations through collaboration.
  Visiting Faculty at PGIMER, Chandigarh, India: Shared expertise to elevate global pediatric cardiac care standards.
  Advisory Board Member at ICATT, Bengaluru, India: Supported international critical care advancements.
  Innovating Patient-Centric Care: AI Technology "Sickbay" in CTICU:
  Implemented AI technology with a $1M grant to enhance patient monitoring.
  Lesion-Centric Monitoring Approaches: Recognized nationally for improving patient outcomes through innovative technology use.
  Near Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS) for Infant Feeding Strategies:
  Presented groundbreaking findings at national and international conferences, enhancing care for infants with congenital heart disease.
  Teaching & Mentorship:
  Mentored Fellows and Medical Students:
  Supported successful research and career development.
  Academic Engagement: Actively involved in teaching programs and research facilitation.
  Public Service & Community Impact:Medical Director of Project ADAM:
  Worked to prevent sudden cardiac deaths in schools through public education and emergency preparedness.
  Career Objective:
  Seeking opportunities to continue driving advancements in pediatric cardiac care, fostering collaborations, and mentoring medical leaders.
  
  Clinical Professor | Medical Director | Research Innovator | Global Health Advocate

Project Adam
In February 2024, Central Elementary School became a designated Project ADAM School in the National School District. In March 2021, Old Town Academy became the