Dr. Sherif Afifi

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Sherif Afifi specializes in anesthesia with a focus on cardiac, thoracic, and transplant anesthesia, as well as critical care medicine. His research interests encompass control of breathing, peri-operative metabolic disorders, and resuscitation. Dr. Afifi has undergone extensive training, earning his MD from Cairo University and completing fellowships and residencies at prestigious institutions, including the Duke University Medical Center and Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Throughout his career, he has held various leadership positions in professional organizations, such as the American Society of Anesthesiologists, contributing to critical care education and quality assurance initiatives. He has been recognized with numerous awards for his commitment to education and excellence in patient care and is an editor for several medical publications. Dr. Afifi is also actively involved in the development of guidelines and educational programs in critical care.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine • Chicago, IL

Lead research and teaching in Anesthesia and Critical Care.

Awards

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Inducted Fellow

2022-01-01
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Executive Task Force Member

2015-01-01

Requirements for Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or Mathematics Calculus (single and multi-variable) Linear Algebra Differential Equations Statistics (Linear Regression, Hypothesis Testing) Vector Calculus
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Specialization Notes

Administered by The Graduate School; focuses on Biomechanics, Imaging, Biomaterials, and Regenerative Medicine.