Wellness Optimization Consultant
Dr. Sharad Patel brings exceptional credentials and a wealth of experience to his role as a Scientific Wellness Advisor. His rigorous academic journey began at Emory University for his undergraduate studies, followed by medical training at Morehouse School of Medicine. Dr. Patel's clinical expertise was further refined through residency at the prestigious Mayo Clinic, nephrology fellowship at UCLA, and critical care fellowship at Cleveland Clinic—institutions renowned for their medical excellence and innovation.
Beyond his formal education, Dr. Patel's commitment to global health led him to South Sudan with Doctors Without Borders, where he provided critical medical care in resource-limited settings. His dedication to improving global healthcare continues through his volunteer work establishing critical care support systems in Tanzania. This international experience deepened his understanding of essential health principles that transcend technological dependencies.
Dr. Patel is also recognized as an international speaker, sharing his expertise and insights with medical professionals around the world. His ability to communicate complex medical concepts clearly and effectively makes him a sought-after presenter at conferences and medical institutions globally.
At Cooper University Hospital, Dr. Patel established himself as a leader in ultrasound applications, helping develop techniques that have since been adopted by hospitals nationwide. His innovative approaches to patient care reflect his ability to identify effective methods and implement them in practical clinical settings.
As a published researcher with contributions spanning multiple medical disciplines, Dr. Patel possesses the analytical skills to evaluate emerging wellness research with discernment and precision. This expertise allows him to distinguish between evidence-based approaches and unfounded claims, translating quality research into safe, practical wellness strategies.
Dr. Patel's unique combination of elite medical training, international experience, clinical innovation, and research acumen enables him to bridge the gap between conventional medicine and cutting-edge wellness approaches. His consultations offer clients access to scientifically-sound wellness strategies years before they reach mainstream practice, all delivered with the safety standards and critical thinking of his extensive medical background.
Beyond Medicine:
With a passion for philosophy, which he dual majored in during his undergraduate studies at Emory, Dr. Patel has always sought out the best way to live the good life. This philosophical foundation allows him to view medicine through a unique lens that considers the whole person and the broader meaning of health and wellbeing.
Dr. Patel doesn't just advise on wellness—he lives it. Having personally struggled with anxiety and depression, he found profound healing through meditation and other wellness strategies he now recommends. This firsthand experience with mental health challenges allows him to approach wellness with genuine empathy and understanding. His personal journey makes him uniquely relatable to those facing similar struggles, offering hope through both his medical expertise and lived experience.
In his free time, Dr. Patel prioritizes what matters most: spending time with his family, including his wife Jen (the owner of Soul Space) and their two sons. He embodies the balance he advocates for by staying active, embracing travel opportunities, and consciously cultivating what the ancient philosophers called "the good life."