Dr. Tofy Mussivand
Fellow
Current Employer
University of Ottawa
Election Year
2000
Academy
Academy of Science
Discipline
Medical Sciences
Department
Cardiovascular Devices Division
Keywords
Medical engineer, biomedical engineering, telemedicine, medical devices, cardiovascular scientist, virtual patient simulator, artificial heart
A scientific leader in medical engineering, research, development, and training, his Canadian Artificial Heart Program has already brought scientific recognition and eminence to Canada, with a device that could save thousands of lives. His innovative and visionary work includes advances in non-invasive powering of implanted devices, the reduction of blood clotting, and a revolutionary system for remote patient care and healthcare delivery. Another important undertaking is the Healthwatch, an innovative device for early stage disease detection and prevention. He is an inventor with several international patents and an effective educator having trained more than 200 students, post- doctoral fellows, and residents. He has authored over 200 journal articles, reports, abstracts, book chapters, and books. His scientific endeavors have led to significant funding for medical and clinical engineering research and the creation of over 300 man/years of employment. In summary, Dr. Mussivand is an outstanding scientist and educator, with persuasive talents and innovative vision.
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