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Rishi Kamaleswaran

Associate Professor in Surgery
Trauma, Acute, and Critical Care Surgery

Overview


My research focuses on the application of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics in healthcare, particularly in critical care and perioperative medicine; and cystic fibrosis. I have published numerous papers on the development of predictive models for sepsis, acute respiratory distress syndrome, and other critical conditions. My work utilizes large datasets, electronic health records, and physiological waveform analysis to improve patient outcomes. I have also explored the use of deep learning techniques for disease diagnosis and prediction, including the detection of cardiac arrhythmias and Parkinson's disease. Additionally, my research has investigated the potential of wearable sensors and remote patient monitoring to enhance healthcare delivery. Through collaborations with clinicians and researchers, I have validated and translated my models into clinical practice. Overall, my goal is to leverage data-driven approaches to transform healthcare and improve patient care.

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Associate Professor in Surgery · 2024 - Present Trauma, Acute, and Critical Care Surgery, Surgery
Associate Professor in Anesthesiology · 2024 - Present Anesthesiology, Critical Care Medicine, Anesthesiology
Associate Professor of Biostatistics & Bioinformatics · 2024 - Present Biostatistics & Bioinformatics, Division of Translational Biomedical, Biostatistics & Bioinformatics
Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering · 2024 - Present Biomedical Engineering, Pratt School of Engineering
Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering · 2024 - Present Electrical and Computer Engineering, Pratt School of Engineering

In the News


Published January 30, 2025
AI-powered prediction model enhances blood transfusion decision-making in ICU patients
Published January 30, 2025
AI model predicts blood transfusion needs in ICU patients
Published October 3, 2024
Sepsis-Induced ARF Phenotypes Show Special Organ Injury Characteristics & Clinical Outcomes Differences

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Recent Publications


Machine learning approaches to identify neonates and young children at risk for postdischarge mortality in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania and Monrovia, Liberia.

Journal Article BMJ Paediatr Open · June 19, 2025 BACKGROUND: The time after hospital discharge carries high rates of mortality in neonates and young children in sub-Saharan Africa. Previous work using logistic regression to develop risk assessment tools to identify those at risk for postdischarge mortali ... Full text Link to item Cite

Machine learning model for daily prediction of pediatric sepsis using Phoenix criteria.

Journal Article Pediatr Res · June 19, 2025 BACKGROUND: Early sepsis diagnosis is essential for initiating prompt treatment, preventing the progression of organ failure, and improving the survival rate of critically ill children. The aim of this study was to develop and validate a machine learning s ... Full text Link to item Cite

Understanding social and environmental risks of firearm injury using geospatial patterns.

Journal Article Injury · May 9, 2025 BACKGROUND: For firearm-related injuries (FRI), understanding spatial injury patterns may inform intervention strategies. This study evaluates geographic FRI patterns, emphasizing (1) proximity of home address to injury location and (2) locational social d ... Full text Link to item Cite
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Recent Grants


The Georgia Cystic Fibrosis Data Warehouse

ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Emory University · 2024 - 2029

Advancing Symptom Science and Management in Cystic Fibrosis: Biological, Social, and Clinical Mechanisms

ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Emory University · 2024 - 2028

Georgia Cystic Fibrosis Research and Translation Core Center

ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Emory University · 2025 - 2028

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Education, Training & Certifications


University of Ontario Institute of Technology (Canada) · 2016 Ph.D.
University of Ontario Institute of Technology (Canada) · 2011 M.S.
University of Ontario Institute of Technology (Canada) · 2009 B.H.S.

External Links


Kamaleswaran Lab