Overview
As a physician-investigator my research focus is to identify new therapies and strategies to improve outcomes in persons living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). In pursuit of this goal, I've focused my research in the following areas: 1) clinical trial investigation of novel COPD therapeutics, 2) investigating mechanisms responsible for the treatment response to pulmonary rehabilitation through an aging lens, and 3) risk of cardiovascular disease in COPD.
Current Appointments & Affiliations
Assistant Professor of Medicine
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2023 - Present
Medicine, Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine,
Medicine
Member in the Duke Clinical Research Institute
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2021 - Present
Duke Clinical Research Institute,
Institutes and Centers
Recent Publications
Aspirin Dosing for Secondary Prevention of Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Asthma: Insights From ADAPTABLE.
Journal Article J Am Heart Assoc · December 2, 2025 BACKGROUND: Guidelines recommend aspirin (75-100 mg daily) for the secondary prevention of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). However, it is unknown if people with a history of ASCVD and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or asthma, ... Full text Link to item CiteNew horizons in advancing lifestyle medicine for older adults utilizing a transdisciplinary approach: gaps and opportunities.
Journal Article Age Ageing · May 31, 2025 Nearly half of premature deaths can be prevented with healthy lifestyle behaviours. However, most older adults do not adhere to established guidelines to promote a healthy lifestyle. We propose a tailored framework of lifestyle medicine that acknowledges t ... Full text Link to item CiteRisk of Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease After Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Hospitalization among Primary and Secondary Prevention Older Adults.
Journal Article J Am Heart Assoc · January 21, 2025 BACKGROUND: Meta-analyses have suggested that the risk of cardiovascular disease events is significantly higher after a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbation, but the populations at highest risk have not been well characterized to date. ... Full text Link to item CiteRecent Grants
Investigating Senolytic Properties in Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Metformin in COPD Exacerbations (INSPIRE-COPD-E).
ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by National Institutes of Health · 2025 - 2030RofLumilast or Azithromycin to preveNt COPD Exacerbations (RELIANCE) - REIMBURSEABLE
ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by University of Illinois at Chicago · 2017 - 2027Blueprint-COPD: Coping skills support for patients with comorbid COPD and anxiety or depression
ResearchInvestigator · Awarded by American Lung Association · 2025 - 2027View All Grants
Recent Artistic Works
Doctor Radio, Pulmonary Medicine Show, SiriusXM Channel 110
Audio Recording September 12, 2023Doctor Radio, Rehabilitation Medicine Show, SiriusXM Channel 110
Audio Recording July 24, 2023Doctor Radio, Rehabilitation Medicine Show, SiriusXM Channel 110
Audio Recording November 21, 2022View All Artistic Works
Education, Training & Certifications
Duke University ·
2021
M.H.S.
Indiana University, School of Medicine ·
2014
M.D.