Dr. Mehta took the short route toward his medical degree by enrolling in a combined BS/MD seven-year program offered by Stevens Institute of Technology in conjunction with UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School. He achieved highest honors in that condensed program.
He completed his Emergency Medicine residency program at Indiana University, during which time he was very involved with teaching and recruiting new residents. During his residency, Dr. Mehta was fortunate enough to be the sideline event physician for the Indianapolis Colts games at the RCA Dome, the National Hot Rod Association races at the Indianapolis Raceway Park, and the World Police and Fire Games at the Indianapolis Convention Center. He also served as a flight physician for three years during his time in the Midwest.
After residency, Dr. Mehta returned to New Jersey and immediately began working for Pegasus Emergency Group in 2002. He became partner in 2007, and currently serves as Vice President of Pegasus Emergency Group, Assistant Director of the Emergency Department, and Medical Director of Hunterdon Urgent Care. He helped implement computerized physician order entry and electronic medical records into the Emergency Department and has a special interest in conscious sedation and pediatric emergency care. He also led the team in getting several new medications added to the hospital formulary in order to improve patient care.
In his free time, Dr. Mehta enjoys traveling with his wife and two daughters. He also enjoys skiing, reading, swimming, and rooting for the NY Jets.