Shalabh Gupta

Shalabh Gupta, M.D., is an Indian-born American physician, entrepreneur, and biotechnology executive. He is the founder and CEO of Unicycive Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing therapies for rare diseases. He is the first person to simultaneously work as an analyst on Wall Street and as a practicing physician.
Early life and education
Shalabh Gupta was born in Fatehapur, Uttar Pradesh, and raised in Kanpur, India. Inspired by his father's medical practice, Gupta pursued a career in medicine. He attended medical school at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine, where he specialized in internal medicine, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and cardiology.
Gupta has been vocal about his frustrations with the inefficiencies of the American healthcare system, which influenced his decision to pursue medicine and entrepreneurship.
Career
After completing medical school, Gupta went to work on Wall Street, where he became known as the first analyst to work in finance while simultaneously practicing medicine on weekends and holidays.
Personal life
Shalabh Gupta draws inspiration from gardening, books, and his family. He enjoys reading non-fiction biographies, playing the guitar with his son, and traveling, particularly to Tuscany.<ref name":0" /> One of his favorite books is Shoe Dog by Phil Knight. He has cited Warren Buffett as a personal inspiration, particularly for his investing philosophy.<ref name":3" />
 
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