Meet Dr. Zeest Khan: Your Guide to Long COVID Recovery

I’m Dr. Zeest Khan, an anesthesiologist, long COVID patient, and the creator of Long COVID, MD

When long COVID turned my world upside down, I applied my operating room mindset to my own health: assess problems, think critically, and act with purpose, even in uncertainty.

It worked, and now I use this approach to support others.

Through my podcast and writing, I break down complex science and offer practical, evidence-informed strategies. My goal is to empower you to make medical decisions with confidence, because we can’t wait for answers – you deserve real tools and effective treatment right now. 

My Approach

Science, Empathy, Action

I know the frustration of Long COVID’s unanswered questions. My approach combines:

Science-Backed Tools

Committed to scientific integrity.

Empathy and Hope

A supportive voice to remind you you’re not alone.

Clear Steps

Brain-fog-friendly advice to help you take control, one day at a time.

Education

University of California, Berkeley

Bachelors in Arts, Molecular and Cell Biology

Rush University School of Medicine

MD

Stanford University Medical Center

Residency, Anesthesiology

Fellowship, Adult Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology

Berkeley Executive Coaching Institute

Graduate

Affiliations

Project ECHO Global Health, Long COVID and Fatiguing Illness Recovery Program

Presenter

CURE-ID patient advisory panel (Centers for Disease Control)

Member

RECOVER-TLC Agent Review Working Group

Member.

Bateman-Horne Center

Clinical Collaborator

Listeners Agree

As a person living with long COVID since 2021, there are usually more questions than answers. Dr. Khan’s podcast is full of factual data that is truly helpful. I come from a science background and there is a lot of misinformation out there. Thank you Dr. Khan for pulling all the information together. If you have LC or know someone who does, this podcast is definitely worth your time

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