Current Appointments & Affiliations
Assistant Professor of Medicine
·
2024 - Present
Medicine, Rheumatology and Immunology,
Medicine
Recent Publications
Differences in Self-Reported Medication Nonadherence and Its Drivers in Young Adults Versus Older Adults With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.
Journal Article J Rheumatol · April 1, 2026 OBJECTIVE: Medication adherence poses a challenge for young patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), who experience more active disease and damage than their older counterparts. This study aimed to quantify the rate of medication nonadherence by a ... Full text Link to item CiteRacial differences in medication beliefs and adherence barriers among patients with systemic lupus erythematosus.
Journal Article Lupus · January 2026 IntroductionBlack patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) have lower medication adherence than White patients, contributing to worse health outcomes. However, racial differences in reasons for nonadherence and beliefs about medications are not wel ... Full text Open Access Link to item CiteTop Ten Tips Palliative Care Clinicians Should Know About Rheumatology.
Journal Article J Palliat Med · December 2025 Systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases (SARDs) consist of a broad range of immune-mediated multisystem diseases. They are chronic, incurable illnesses that often present in early to mid-life and can be associated with a high symptom burden, disability, and ... Full text Link to item CiteRecent Grants
Validation of a Pediatric DOSE Survey to Assess Medication Adherence
ResearchCollaborator · Awarded by Lupus Foundation of America · 2025 - 2026View All Grants
Education
Medical University of South Carolina, College of Medicine ·
2014
M.D.