Overview
I am a Physician Scientist in Gastroenterology, with a research focus in optimizing colorectal cancer (CRC) screening and surveillance recommendations, including colonoscopy and other non-invasive screening modalities. Specifically, we are evaluating current and evolving CRC screening strategies, as well as identifying people at high risk for underlying hereditary/genetic CRC syndromes.
Current Appointments & Affiliations
Assistant Professor of Medicine
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2021 - Present
Medicine, Gastroenterology,
Medicine
Member of the Duke Cancer Institute
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2021 - Present
Duke Cancer Institute,
Institutes and Centers
Recent Publications
Fecal Immunochemical Testing for Colorectal Cancer Screening Outside High-income Countries: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Journal Article J Clin Gastroenterol · June 25, 2025 GOAL: Investigate fecal immunochemical testing (FIT) for CRC screening outside high-income countries (HIC). BACKGROUND: Colorectal cancer (CRC) incidence in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC) is rising, but optimal screening strategies in resource-lim ... Full text Link to item CiteYield of Advanced Neoplasia at Second Post-polypectomy Surveillance Colonoscopy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
Journal Article Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol · June 13, 2025 BACKGROUND & AIMS: Individuals who have had polypectomy and at least one surveillance colonoscopy exam are routinely encountered, but evidence to inform risk for subsequent neoplasia and timing of surveillance is limited. Our aim was to conduct a systemati ... Full text Link to item CiteDevelopment of an electronic patient safety surveillance model to efficiently identify potential adverse events for gastrointestinal endoscopies.
Journal Article Gastrointest Endosc · April 25, 2025 BACKGROUND AND AIMS: Tracking of adverse events (AEs) after GI endoscopy is endorsed by guideline committees yet remains challenging in practice. Our aim was to develop and validate an electronic surveillance model to systematically identify outpatient end ... Full text Link to item CiteRecent Grants
Post-colonoscopy Risk Stratification Based on Germline and Somatic Genetic Factors
ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by American Gastroenterological Association · 2021 - 2026Cologuard Impact in Clinical Practice: A Real-world Evidence Survey
ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Exact Sciences Corporation · 2020 - 2024View All Grants
Education, Training & Certifications
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, College of Medicine ·
2013
M.D.