What is your professional background?
I am a first-year fellow in the Clinical Investigator track of the Cardiovascular Disease fellowship program at Emory and started my training here in July 2018. I completed my medical education at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi, India. After graduating from medical school, I moved to Dallas, Texas, where I trained as an Internal Medicine resident at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center from 2015 to 2018.
In what division do you work, and who is your mentor?
I am currently working as a postdoctoral fellow at Emory Clinical Cardiovascular Research Institute (ECCRI) in the Division of Cardiology under the mentorship of Drs. Arshed A. Quyyumi and Laurence Sperling. My research endeavors are supported by a postdoctoral grant from the American Heart Association (AHA) along with an institutional grant from the Abraham J. and Phyllis Katz Foundation.
Briefly describe your research. Why is it important?
My research interests include preventive cardiology and vascular medicine. I have conducted clinical studies focusing on the performance of cardiovascular risk assessment tools and evaluating the utility of non-traditional risk markers like coronary artery calcium and lipoprotein(a). Since the beginning of my training at Emory, I have been involved with an ongoing National Institutes of Health-sponsored clinical trial called GPAD-3 (principal investigator, Dr. Quyyumi), wherein we are evaluating the utility of granulocyte-macrophage colony stimulating factor (GM-CSF) to improve claudication symptoms among patients with lower-extremity peripheral arterial disease (PAD). My postdoctoral research grant from AHA will help me study the impact of home-based walking exercise on the metabolic profile and vascular regenerative capacity among patients being enrolled in GPAD-3.
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the US and across the world. In the wake of increasing prevalence of risk factors like diabetes, obesity, and physical inactivity, my research work will be helpful in mitigating the burden of cardiovascular disease morbidity and mortality.
What do you like most about Emory?
The mentorship and research facilities for young physician-scientists like myself are simply outstanding. I, additionally, value and enjoy the collaborative environment at Emory.
What is your favorite book, movie, or TV show?
The Sherlock Holmes TV series, Harry Potter books, and Lord of the Rings series are my favorites.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I enjoy running, watching late-night comedy TV shows, and spending time with my wife.
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