Darshan Mehta

Darshan Mehta is a prominent physician and educator currently serving as the Medical Director of the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) since July 2008. He is also an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and has held various roles in medical education and integrative medicine throughout his career.

Education and Training

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology from Illinois Wesleyan University (1994-1997).
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) from The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (1998-2002).
• Completed his Master of Public Health (MPH) in Clinical Effectiveness at Harvard School of Public Health (2005-2007).
• He completed his residency in internal medicine at the University of Illinois Hospital (2002-2005) and a clinical research fellowship at the Osher Research Center for Complementary and Integrative Medical Therapies at Harvard Medical School (2005-2008) .123

Professional Roles

In addition to his role at the Benson-Henry Institute, Dr. Mehta is:

• The Director of Education at the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital.
• The Co-Site Director for the Practice of Medicine Curriculum at MGH, overseeing foundational training for first-year medical students.
• A consultant for the Home Base Program, which supports veterans dealing with PTSD and traumatic brain injuries.
• The Director of the Office for Well-Being within MGH's Center for Faculty Development, focusing on faculty wellness initiatives .1347

Research Interests

Dr. Mehta’s research primarily revolves around:

• Curricular development in complementary and integrative medical therapies.
• Mind/body educational interventions in health professions training.
• Promotion of professionalism among medical trainees .238

Personal Background

Dr. Mehta was born to immigrant parents from India and raised in suburban Illinois. His upbringing was influenced by Jainism, which shapes his holistic approach to medicine. He emphasizes the connection between mind and body, advocating for practices like meditation to enhance patient care and overall well-being .46

Contributions to Integrative Medicine

Dr. Mehta is recognized for his contributions to integrating holistic approaches into conventional medical practices, aiming to shift healthcare from a disease management focus to one that promotes overall health and resilience .57 His work includes leading educational initiatives that equip future healthcare providers with skills to support both their own well-being and that of their patients.

For more detailed information about Dr. Mehta's professional journey, you can view his LinkedIn profile here .1