Mohit Chauhan, M.B.B.S.

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SUMMARY

Mayo Clinic researcher Mohit Chauhan, M.B.B.S., M.D., is a psychiatrist who provides care to adults and explores how wearable technology and artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to predict burnout among healthcare professionals. Dr. Chauhan contributes to the Mayo Clinic Bipolar Disorder Biobank to identify genetic and pharmacogenomic markers in people with bipolar disorder. With a clinical focus on mood disorders and trauma-informed care, he develops and implements integrated behavioral health models in primary and specialty settings.

Focus areas

• Burnout detection in healthcare professionals. Burnout affects clinician well-being and compromises care delivery. Dr. Chauhan is the principal investigator of the Burnout Prevention Using Wearable and Artificial Intelligence (BROWNIE) study, a National Institutes of Health-funded initiative he co-leads with Arjun P. Athreya, Ph.D., M.S. This study uses consumer-grade smartwatches and institutional data to detect early physiological and behavioral signals of burnout in healthcare professionals. The eventual aim is to enable preemptive interventions — both individual and organizational — before burnout progresses to depression or anxiety. The study also lays the groundwork for future applications in mood disorder monitoring among patients with major depression or bipolar disorder.
• Integrated behavioral health implementation. Dr. Chauhan leads the design and implementation of integrated behavioral health models that embed mental health services in primary care and medical specialty practices. These models improve access to psychiatric care, reduce stigma and enhance coordination for patients with complex physical and mental health needs, especially in underserved populations. He also trains clinical teams in best practices for integrated behavioral health integration and sustainability.

Significance to patient care

Dr. Chauhan's research improves patient care by embedding early detection, prevention and personalized treatment strategies into everyday clinical practice. His work in AI helps identify burnout and mood disorders early, allowing for quick treatment. By integrating these innovations into behavioral health, healthcare professionals can deliver more coordinated support for patients with both physical and mental health needs, ensuring timely and effective care.

Professional highlights

• Member, Institutional Review Board, Mayo Clinic, 2024-present.