Current Appointments & Affiliations
Paul G. Barash Distinguished Professor of Anesthesiology
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2023 - Present
Anesthesiology, Critical Care Medicine,
Anesthesiology
Professor in Anesthesiology
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2023 - Present
Anesthesiology, Critical Care Medicine,
Anesthesiology
Professor in Population Health Sciences
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2023 - Present
Population Health Sciences,
Basic Science Departments
Professor in Neurology
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2025 - Present
Neurology,
Clinical Science Departments
Recent Publications
Association of appropriate empiric antimicrobial therapy with acute kidney injury in gram-negative sepsis.
Journal Article J Intensive Care Soc · February 2026 BACKGROUND: Despite advances in sepsis management, the relationship between appropriate empiric antibiotic therapy and acute kidney injury (AKI) in sepsis remains unclear. This study aimed to examine the association of appropriate empiric antimicrobial the ... Full text Link to item CiteHospital and long-term outcomes for subglottic suction and polyurethane cuff versus standard endotracheal tubes in emergency intubation (PreVent 2): a randomised controlled phase 2 trial.
Journal Article Lancet Respir Med · February 2026 BACKGROUND: Endotracheal tubes with subglottic ports and a polyurethane cuff are recommended for reducing microaspiration in patients who are ventilated. However, their long-term safety and efficacy after emergency intubation are uncertain. METHODS: In thi ... Full text Link to item CiteEarly beta-blocker exposure and association with brain injury biomarkers following moderate to severe traumatic brain injury: A TRACK-TBI study.
Journal Article J Intensive Care Soc · November 2025 BACKGROUND: Beta-blockers have been studied for potential benefits in traumatic brain injury (TBI). This study aimed to investigate the association between early beta-blocker exposure and brain injury biomarkers following moderate-severe TBI. METHODS: We c ... Full text Open Access Link to item CiteRecent Grants
The role of cerebrospinal fluid complement activation in delirium and post-intensive care unit long-term cognitive impairment
ResearchMentor · Awarded by National Institute on Aging · 2024 - 2029Integrated Detection and Classification of Sepsis via Tensor Methods Using EHR
ResearchCollaborator · Awarded by National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute · 2024 - 2029Electromagnetic Interference with an Underbody Dispersive Electrode in Patients with Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators Undergoing Surgery
ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Oregon Health & Science University · 2023 - 2026View All Grants
Education, Training & Certifications
University of Pavia (Italy) ·
1990
M.D.