Avir Mitra, MD

As an associate professor of emergency medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, my philosophy centers on proactive healthcare engagement, emphasizing the importance of patient education and the value of independent, third-party reviews.

I specialize in emergency medicine with a particular focus on managing chronic conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). My experience includes being part of an NIH-funded study investigating home-based tele-rehabilitation for COPD patients presenting to the emergency department. With years of experience in the field, I have developed a deep understanding of the complexities involved in emergency care and the importance of timely, coordinated interventions. My role at NYU Langone allows me to leverage the resources and expertise of a leading health system to provide seamless, high-quality care.

Throughout my career, I have been actively involved in various facets of emergency medicine. I have served as an assistant professor and assistant program director at the Icahn School of Medicine and as clerkship site director for emergency medicine at Mount Sinai Beth Israel. In addition to my clinical interests, I am also a sitting member of the Approved Continuous Examination Program communications committee and have lectured nationally on numerous emergency medicine topics. Additionally, I contribute to public health education as a contributing editor at Radiolab and have produced health and science stories for NPR, WHYY, and Vice.

My educational journey began at Brown University, where I earned my undergraduate degree. I then attended Drexel University College of Medicine, serving as student body president, and completed my emergency medicine residency at Mount Sinai Beth Israel in 2018. I enjoy sharing my knowledge and enthusiasm in health and medicine with residents, students, and the public.