Rishi Kumar

Rishi Kumar, MD, FACC, CMQ, is an Assistant Professor and Director of the Dual Cardiothoracic/Critical Care Anesthesiology Fellowship Program at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. His expertise spans cardiovascular anesthesia and critical care medicine, with a focus on advanced clinical training and medical quality improvement.

• Doctor of Medicine - Baylor College of Medicine
• Anesthesiology Residency - Baylor College of Medicine
• Critical Care Fellowship - Brigham and Women's Hospital/Harvard Medical School
• Adult Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology Fellowship - Brigham and Women's Hospital/Harvard Medical School

Dr. Kumar's clinical interests include 3D transesophageal echocardiography, point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), and mechanical circulatory support devices. His work emphasizes innovation in medical education and perioperative care.

Scientific Awards:

• Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC)
• Certified Medical Quality (CMQ)