Ankur Shah
BS business administration/marketing ’08, (MD from University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey)
Nephrologist/Assistant Professor of Medicine, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University (Providence, Rhode Island)
Age 37
My Greatest Accomplishment
While I am deeply honored by the recognition and achievements in my career, I believe my greatest accomplishment lies in the impact I’ve had on my patients’ lives and the aspiring nephrologists I’ve mentored. The opportunity to guide and support patients through their journey with kidney disease — especially in facilitating home dialysis options that enhance their quality of life — has been profoundly rewarding.
How Drexel Helped Me
My time at Drexel played a significant and foundational role in my career; it was during my undergraduate education that I realized the many ways in which one can impact the world. It was through great mentors at the Bennett S. Lebow College of Business that I realized I wanted to be in an academic setting where I could help others in the way my mentors helped guide my path. The relationships I built with peers and mentors at Drexel have continued to influence my professional journey, providing a network of support and collaboration that has enriched my career in medicine.
Where I Hope to Be in Five Years
I aim to expand my research portfolio and lead an epidemiology and health services research team focused on innovative solutions that bridge gaps in nephrology care, specifically in the area of home dialysis and health policy. I also intend to continue mentoring the next generation of physicians and nephrologists.
How I Pay It Forward
I try to pay it forward with mentorship. One of the highlights of a career in academic medicine is the opportunity to mentor undergraduate students, medical students and physicians in training. I am very grateful for the opportunities my mentors offered me and try to do the same for students who work with me!