Hamid Shokoohi

Hamid Shokoohi, MD, MPH, FACEP, FAEMUS

Dr. Hamid Shokoohi is the Director of Emergency Ultrasound at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and an Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at Harvard Medical School. He is a nationally and internationally recognized leader in clinical ultrasound education and research, with over 160 peer-reviewed publications and numerous presentations at major scientific meetings worldwide.

Dr. Shokoohi has played a pivotal role in advancing ultrasound education and innovation. He previously served as Fellowship Director at MGH, where he trained 38 fellows, many of whom have gone on to leadership roles.

He also led the integration of the MGH and Brigham and Women’s Hospital ultrasound fellowship programs, establishing the first combined fellowship within Mass General Brigham. His work has been recognized with numerous awards, including the National SAEM AEUS Teaching and Research Awards, the Titan in Research Award, and the Stellar Clinical Ultrasound Fellowship Program Award.

Dr. Shokoohi’s research focuses on point-of-care ultrasound in critical conditions like shock, respiratory distress, and cardiac failure, as well as innovative uses of artificial intelligence in ultrasound. His contributions extend to integrating ultrasound into procedures such as nerve blocks and bedside TEE, significantly enhancing clinical care.

Beyond MGH, Dr. Shokoohi is a scientific member and co-chair for WINFOCUS and the European Society of Translational Medicine (EUSTM). He is passionate about global education and has established ultrasound training programs in underserved regions, advocating for equity in medical education and patient care.

Dr. Shokoohi’s legacy lies in his dedication to advancing emergency medicine, mentoring future leaders, and driving innovation in ultrasound education and research.