Rick R. McClure

Rick R. McClure, MD, FACC is a Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Kentucky, affiliated with the Saha Cardiovascular Research Center and the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine within the College of Medicine. He has been actively contributing to cardiovascular research and clinical practice for over three decades.

Research Interests:

• Cardiovascular Medicine and Interventional Cardiology
• Intravascular Ultrasound and Echocardiography
• Patient Blood Management and Perioperative Care
• Clinical Practice Guidelines Development
• Value-Based Cardiovascular Care and Program Sustainability
• Antithrombotic Therapy in Percutaneous Coronary Interventions

His recent publications highlight leadership in national clinical guidelines, particularly in patient blood management across cardiothoracic surgery and anesthesia. Earlier work focuses on cardiovascular imaging techniques and interventional outcomes. The publication trend shows sustained engagement in both technical innovation and healthcare systems improvement in cardiology.

Scientific Contributions:

• Co-author of major clinical practice guidelines (2021)
• Contributor to pivotal clinical trials in antiplatelet therapy
• Research in novel echo contrast agents and intravascular imaging
• Strategic analysis of academic cardiovascular program sustainability

Advising and Grants: While specific students and grants are not mentioned in the provided text, his senior faculty status, professorial rank, and leadership in multi-center guidelines suggest extensive mentorship and research funding involvement. His work with national societies (STS, SCA, AmSECT, SABM) indicates collaborative grant-supported research.

Labs and Teams: Dr. McClure is affiliated with the Saha Cardiovascular Research Center (CVRC), suggesting integration within a multidisciplinary cardiovascular research team. His involvement in national guideline panels indicates collaboration with large, multi-institutional expert groups focused on improving cardiovascular care standards.