What is your professional background?
I attended medical school at Drexel University School of Medicine and obtained a dual degree in Medicine and a Master of Public Health. I then completed my Internal Medicine and Cardiology Fellowship training at Temple University Hospital.
In what division do you work, and who is your mentor?
I work in the Division of Cardiology in the Department of Medicine. I see patients in the Preventive Cardiology Clinic at Emory Clifton Campus and two satellite office sites. My mentors are Drs. William Van Decker and Laurence Sperling.
Briefly describe your research. Why is it important?
My clinical research interest is focused on cardiovascular disease in patients with systemic inflammatory rheumatic diseases (specifically SLE and RA). For reasons that are not fully understood, this patient population is at increased risk for CVD and has a greater prevalence of traditional CV risk factors compared with the general population. My interest is to gain a better understanding of this increased risk through collaborative research projects and increase awareness among patients and clinicians through educational activities. My clinical practice includes providing CVD screening, evaluation, and treatment of patients with inflammatory rheumatic diseases.
What do you like most about Emory?
The diverse professional background and the collaborative spirit of the faculty is what I most enjoy.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
Traveling, spending time with family, and exploring new restaurants with friends are my favorite things to do in my spare time.
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