Dr. Aaron Aguirre

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Aaron Dominic Aguirre is an Assistant Professor in Medicine and Cardiology at Massachusetts General Hospital. He obtained his MD from Harvard Medical School and his PhD in Medical Engineering and Medical Physics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2008. His research focuses on advancing medical devices and integrating artificial intelligence into cardiac imaging. His work at the Wellman Center for Photomedicine contributes significantly to the fields of critical care and heart failure management. He is also involved instudying mechanical circulatory support and ultrasound technologies, aiming to improve patient outcomes in cardiology. Aguirre's extensive publication record showcases his contributions to medical engineering and the application of innovative technologies in cardiology, reflecting his commitment to enhancing the quality of care in critical medical situations. His lab, the Aguirre Lab at MGH Wellman Center, is dedicated to developing new imaging techniques and devices that can aid in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac conditions.

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Requirements for Harvard-MIT Health Sciences Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field Strong foundation in biological sciences Undergraduate preparation in the sciences
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