Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.

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Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D. is a seasoned medical reviewer with over 10 years of experience in delivering scientifically accurate health content. She earned her Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, where her research focused on synaptic plasticity and neonatal epilepsy.

Dr. Kharod has authored peer-reviewed publications and presented at international scientific conferences. Her expertise spans clinical trial operations and preclinical therapeutic development, bridging academic research with real-world medical applications.

Education

Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Biomedical Sciences (Neuroscience)
2018 - 2024

Johns Hopkins University
Master of Science (MSc), Biotechnology
2016 - 2018

Towson University
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Functional Biology
2010 - 2014

References

Dr Shivani Kharod. Albert Einstein College of Medicine.

Dr Shivani Kharod. Research Gate.

Authored

Off-Label Use of Bumetanide for Brain Disorders: An Overview. Frontiers. 2019.

Presynaptic FMRP and local protein synthesis support structural and functional plasticity of glutamatergic axon terminals. Neuron. 2022.

Spatiotemporal Insights Into RNA-Organelle Interactions in Neurons. PubMed. 2021.

Notable Contributions

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Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia Explained
  • Jun 15th 2025
  • Est. 11 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Patrick Nagle
Patrick Nagle Co-Founder, Director
Sex Addiction
Coping With Sexual Compulsivity
  • Jun 15th 2025
  • Est. 9 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Patrick Nagle
Patrick Nagle Co-Founder, Director
Eating Disorders
Food Addiction and Chronic Disease
  • Jun 13th 2025
  • Est. 8 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Patrick Nagle
Patrick Nagle Co-Founder, Director
Eating Disorders
Types of Eating Disorder Programs
  • Jun 13th 2025
  • Est. 10 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Patrick Nagle
Patrick Nagle Co-Founder, Director
Eating Disorders
Eating Disorder Symptoms and Recovery
  • Jun 11th 2025
  • Est. 7 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Patrick Nagle
Patrick Nagle Co-Founder, Director
Developmental Disabilities
Autism Spectrum Disorder and Premature Death
  • Jun 6th 2025
  • Est. 7 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Dr. Briana Casali, Ph.D. Editor
Developmental Disabilities
Achievements and Challenges in Autism Treatment
  • Jun 6th 2025
  • Est. 8 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Dr. Briana Casali, Ph.D. Editor
Dementia
Understanding Sudden Dementia Decline
  • Jun 6th 2025
  • Est. 8 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Christine Dayton Writer
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Personality Disorders
Coping with Covert Narcissism
  • Jun 6th 2025
  • Est. 8 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Dr. Briana Casali, Ph.D. Editor
Dementia
Antidepressants and Dementia
  • Jun 6th 2025
  • Est. 7 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Nikki Seay Writer
Developmental Disabilities
Exploring the Possibility of Late-Onset Autism
  • Jun 6th 2025
  • Est. 6 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Nikki Seay Writer
Psychotic Disorders
Epileptic Psychosis
  • Jun 6th 2025
  • Est. 7 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Dr. Briana Casali, Ph.D. Editor
Family Health
Sudden Separations in Marriages
  • Jun 6th 2025
  • Est. 9 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Christine Dayton Writer
Personality Disorders
The Origins of Narcissistic Behavior
  • Jun 6th 2025
  • Est. 8 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Areesha Hosmer Writer
Developmental Disabilities
Autism Spectrum Disorder Research and Resources
  • Jun 6th 2025
  • Est. 9 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Areesha Hosmer Writer
Lifespan Development
Piaget’s Theory of Cognitive Development in Children
  • Jun 6th 2025
  • Est. 9 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Areesha Hosmer Writer
Personality Disorders
Borderline Personality Disorder and Genetics
  • Jun 6th 2025
  • Est. 7 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Linda Armstrong Writer
Psychotic Disorders
Schizophrenia and Genetics
  • Jun 5th 2025
  • Est. 7 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Christine Dayton Writer
Phobias
Agoraphobia as a Potential Disability
  • Jun 5th 2025
  • Est. 9 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Areesha Hosmer Writer
Phobias
How to Overcome Agoraphobia
  • Jun 5th 2025
  • Est. 9 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Areesha Hosmer Writer
Phobias
Common Medications Used to Treat Agoraphobia
  • Jun 5th 2025
  • Est. 8 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Nikki Seay Writer
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Medication Options for Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Jun 5th 2025
  • Est. 7 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Christine Dayton Writer
Emotional Resilience
Best Therapy Techniques for Empaths
  • Jun 5th 2025
  • Est. 7 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Nikki Seay Writer
Phobias
Agoraphobia Triggers
  • Jun 5th 2025
  • Est. 5 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Nikki Seay Writer
Depressive Disorders
Managing Persistent Depression
  • Jun 5th 2025
  • Est. 9 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Sue Collier Writer, Editor
Dementia
Trends in Dementia Diagnosis
  • Jun 5th 2025
  • Est. 7 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Christine Dayton Writer
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Top Life Issues Articles - Abuse, Grief & More
How Life Stressors Impact Mental Health
  • May 25th 2025
  • Est. 7 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Areesha Hosmer Writer
Social Life
How Resentment Harms Mental Health
  • May 25th 2025
  • Est. 7 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Nikki Seay Writer
Family Health
Navigating Family and Relationship Issues
  • May 25th 2025
  • Est. 8 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Areesha Hosmer Writer
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Antipsychotics
Antipsychotics and Addiction
  • May 25th 2025
  • Est. 6 minutes read
  • Medically reviewed by Dr. Shivani Kharod, Ph.D.
Rebecca Rydell Writer