Dr. Chiti Parikh is a leading medical figure with an impressive career in Integrative Medicine. She began her clinical career at New York Presbyterian Hospital, where she soon rose to the position of executive director of the Integrative Health and Wellness program. In this role, Dr. Parikh oversees a team of more than 30 clinical and non-clinical staff members, providing a comprehensive set of services including nutrition, acupuncture, massage, health coaching, psychotherapy, pilates, meditation and yoga. She developed and launched a clinical fellowship in integrative medicine for physicians trained in family medicine and internal medicine, and incorporated integrative medicine education into the curriculum at Weill Cornell Medicine, in addition to establishing important collaborations with the department of oncology, pain management and palliative care to provide a holistic and compassionate treatment experience. 

Dr. Parikh has also played a leading role in promoting awareness of integrative medicine, collaborating with professional societies and making regular contributions to media outlets such as the Dr. Oz Show, NBC News and VICE News. She has demonstrated a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring, providing learning and mentorship opportunities for medical students, residents, fellows and physicians interested in learning more about integrative medicine. 

It is also important to note Dr. Parikh's international contribution in the field of human rights. As a volunteer medical evaluator for Physicians for Human Rights, she has conducted forensic medical evaluations for torture victims seeking asylum around the world. In addition, she has volunteered and consulted at the Weill Cornell Center for Human Rights, where she has guided students in conducting medical evaluations and educated them about human rights violations. These important contributions have elevated the relevance of her work in the international arena and reinforce her commitment to justice and human welfare. 

• Executive Director of Integrative Health and Wellness at New York Presbyterian Hospital 
• Director of Hospital Medicine at New York Presbyterian Lower Manhattan 
• Executive Director at Weill Cornell Medicine 
• M.D. from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School