Ahmed Awad

Dr. Ahmed Awad serves as Associate Professor of Anesthesiology and Division Head of Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, specializing in high-acuity cardiac and vascular surgical anesthesia.

His educational pathway includes:

• Medical Degree: Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
• Internship: Ain Shams University Hospitals & St. Barnabas Medical Center, NJ
• Residency: Anesthesiology at Sharm El Sheikh International Hospital, Nasser Institute Hospital, and NYU School of Medicine
• Fellowship: Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology at NYU School of Medicine

Dr. Awad's clinical expertise centers on cardiac thoracic anesthesia, vascular surgery support, perioperative transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), and TAVI procedures. His practice integrates advanced cardiac monitoring to optimize hemodynamic stability during complex interventions, with particular focus on minimally invasive valve replacements.

Professional recognition includes:

• Resident Teaching Award (2010, Cooper University Hospital)

Board certified in General Anesthesiology with TEE subspecialty certification, Dr. Awad maintains active affiliations with leading anesthesia societies. As Division Head, he directs clinical operations while mentoring trainees in advanced cardiac anesthetic techniques and echocardiographic interpretation.