Overview
I lead a peripheral nerve regeneration lab that strives to understand the genetic, cellular, and immunologic responses and interactions that occur following nerve injury and during nerve regeneration. With our aging population, we are further interested in understanding how these change in the context of aging. Through this understanding, we are seeking to develop immunomodulatory interventions and biologics that enhance nerve regeneration and preserve muscle viability for reinnervation to provide our patients with debilitating nerve injuries the best chance for recovery through the advent of cutting-edge therapies.
Current Appointments & Affiliations
Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
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2022 - Present
Orthopaedic Surgery,
Clinical Science Departments
Assistant Professor in Neurosurgery
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2023 - Present
Neurosurgery,
Neurosurgery
Recent Publications
Differentiating Outcomes and Complications Between Extraplexal Tendon Transfers and Arthrodesis for Shoulder Reanimation Following Traumatic Brachial Plexus Injury: A Systematic Review and Proportional Meta-Analysis.
Journal Article J Clin Med · November 7, 2025 Background: Glenohumeral arthrodesis (GHA) and extraplexal tendon transfers (TT) have been described as options for secondary shoulder stabilization and reanimation following adult traumatic brachial plexus injury (BPI) with delayed presentation or failure ... Full text Link to item CiteCervical chordoma en bloc resection and staged suprascapular nerve transfer reanimation: illustrative case.
Journal Article J Neurosurg Case Lessons · October 27, 2025 BACKGROUND: Cervical chordomas offer unique challenges to en bloc resection given their proximity to complex anatomy. Achieving tumor-free margins often requires extensive reconstruction that can limit radiotherapy dosing and postoperative visualization du ... Full text Link to item CiteUtility of Chitosan-Based Devices in the Treatment of Peripheral Nerve Injuries: A Literature Review.
Journal Article Tissue Eng Part B Rev · September 23, 2025 Chitosan is a resorbable cationic polysaccharide known for its biodegradability and electrostatic and self-aggregation properties. Chitosan has been shown to influence Schwann cell proliferation, reduce scarring, support axon growth, and provide superior p ... Full text Link to item CiteRecent Grants
Elucidate the Molecular, Cellular, and Functional Impact of the allay Nerve Cap on Neuroma Formation and Pain Following Nerve Injury
ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Tulavi Therapeutics, Inc. · 2025 - 2026Determine how the use of Alafair's hyaluronic acid and alginate-based hydrogel impacts the regenerative microenvironment following nerve repair and nerve reconstruction.
ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Alafair Biosciences, Inc. · 2024 - 2026Fresh Tissue Lab
Inst. Training Prgm or CMEPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Duke Hand Society · 2025 - 2025View All Grants