Martin S. Zand

Dr. Zand is a Professor of Medicine and Medical Humanities in the Division of Nephrology at the University of Rochester, where he specializes in kidney transplant care, emphasizing a holistic approach that integrates mind and body wellness. He co-directs the Clinical and Translational Science Institute and the Center for Leading Innovation and Collaboration, focusing on advancing translational research and enhancing collaborative efforts in healthcare. In 2014, he established the Rochester Center for Health Informatics, employing health informatics and big data analytics to explore the interconnections between healthcare systems and community health. Dr. Zand holds degrees in Biomedical Engineering, Cell, Molecular, and Structural Biology, and Medicine from Northwestern University and completed his residency and fellowship at Beth Israel Medical Center and Harvard University. An expert in B cell immunobiology, he leads a NIH-funded research program examining vaccine responses and transplant rejection, aiming to improve healthcare delivery and community health through advanced data science methods.