Bhiken Ishwarlal Naik, MD
- Division:
- Critical Care
- Department:
- Anesthesiology
- Primary Location:
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- Fax:
- 434.982.0019
Expertise
- ABMS Certification:
- Anesthesiology; Critical Care
- Clinical Practice:
- Neurocritical Care
About
- Title:
- Associate Professor
- Biography
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Bhiken Naik, MD, is an anesthesiologist who specializes in neuro-anesthesia and neurocritical care. He takes care of patients in the operating room who are undergoing brain and spine surgery, and manages patients with neurologically related diseases in the intensive care unit. His research focuses on perioperative care related to major spine surgery and the risk associated with chronic opioid dependence after surgery.
Dr. Naik was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, and completed medical school at the University of Witwatersrand. He completed his residency in anesthesiology and fellowship in critical care at the University of Florida. Following his training, he joined UVA in 2010.
Outside of work, Dr. Naik enjoys spending time with his wife, daughter and dog. His hobbies include gardening and watching and playing soccer.
- Awards
- 2017-2020 Best Doctors in America® List
Education
- Primary:
- University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa 1999
- Residency:
- University of Florida
- Fellowships:
- University of Florida