Dr. Varadaraya Shenoy is an Acting Instructor in the Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of Washington, Seattle. He received his medical degree from Rajiv Gandhi Medical College & Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Hospital, Thane, India, and completed clinical and research fellowships in neurosurgery at Kohnan Hospital, Sendai, Japan, and the University of Washington, Seattle.
Dr. Shenoy’s research focuses on advancing cerebrovascular neurosurgery, applying artificial intelligence to predict and improve patient outcomes, and exploring innovative solutions in space medicine. He has led and co-investigated multiple multidisciplinary projects supported by prominent funding bodies including NIH (WE-REACH), NSF (I-Corps), and UW Co-Motion. His work has resulted in the development of novel medical devices, including AugmenFlo, aimed at improving outcomes for patients with traumatic brain injury and elevated intracranial pressure.
He has contributed extensively to the neurosurgical literature, with over 25 peer-reviewed publications, multiple book chapters, and numerous talks at international meetings. Dr. Shenoy is an active member of professional organizations including the Congress of Neurological Surgeons and the Walter E. Dandy Neurosurgical Society and serves as a reviewer for a range of neurosurgical and neuroscience journals.
In addition to his academic pursuits, Dr. Shenoy is passionate about multidisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and mentorship. Outside of medicine, he enjoys hiking across the Pacific Northwest, traveling to explore diverse cultures, and following the Indian cricket team. He also has a deep interest in spirituality and Japanese samurai culture.
Medical Education
Rajiv Gandhi Medical College & Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Hospital, Thane, India
Cerebrovascular Research Fellowship and Postdoctoral Scholar
Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Washington, Seattle.