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Expertise: Neural Technology, Digital Health, Innovation, Research

Dr. Yagna Pathak is a Medical Science Manager in ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ’s Neuromodulation business, where she is focused on improving the application of innovative neuromodulation therapies and further leads initiatives on novel solutions to broaden the reach and effectiveness of these therapies. During her tenure at ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ, she has significantly contributed to several high-impact products, including the award-winning Neurosphereâ„¢ Virtual Clinic (Volwiler Award: Outstanding Research Team), a pioneering connected care technology that enables people to communicate with their doctors, ensure proper settings and functionality, and receive new treatment settings remotely.

Dr. Pathak is passionate about purposeful innovation and holds several patents in the neuromodulation space aimed at enhancing healthcare inclusivity. Additionally, she has presented over 30 invited talks and co-authored more than 50 abstracts and manuscripts. She was also recognized with prestigious accolades, including the Women of Color in STEM Award for Outstanding Technical Contribution. As a dedicated advocate for women in STEM, she further emphasizes the importance of passion, strategy, and mentorship for aspiring scientists.

Before joining ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ, Dr. Pathak earned her bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering from The Illinois Institute of Technology and her master’s degree from Cornell University. Additionally, she graduated with a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Marquette University and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Neurosurgery at Columbia University. Her research was focused on the application of neuromodulation therapies for neurological and psychiatric disorders.