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Savanna ThorView profile

Assistant Professor

• Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
• Constipation
• Fecal Incontinence
• +6 more

Dr. Savanna Thor serves as Assistant Professor of Medicine and Program Director of the GI Fellowship Program within the Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University's School of Medicine. She specializes in advanced endoscopic diagnostics and treatment of gastrointestinal disorders through the Digestive Disease Center. Her educational background includes: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie, Pennsylvania Internal Medicine Residency at Drexel University/Hahnemann University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Gastroenterology and Hepatology Fellowship at Drexel University/Hahnemann University Hospital, Pennsylvania (serving as Chief Fellow) Dr. Thor's clinical expertise focuses on complex motility disorders including pelvic floor dysfunction, swallowing abnormalities, and anorectal conditions. Her research integrates patient education with health disparities analysis in gastrointestinal care, particularly for colorectal cancer screening accessibility and functional GI diseases. Procedural capabilities span upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, esophageal/anorectal manometry, capsule endoscopy, and impedance testing. As Fellowship Program Director, she oversees gastroenterology trainee development while maintaining active clinical practice. Her work emphasizes translating motility disorder research into practical patient management strategies for conditions like chronic constipation and fecal incontinence within underserved populations.

Soyeon AhnView profile

Professor

• Health Communication
• Educational Assessment
• Psychometrics
• +3 more

Soyeon Ahn is a full-time Professor in the Department of Education and Psychological Studies at the University of Miami's School of Education and Human Development. Her academic profile demonstrates active research leadership in health communication, educational assessment, and psychometrics, with recent publications spanning 2024-2025. Contact details include email s.ahn@miami.edu, phone (305)284-2929, and ORCiD 0000-0003-2581-306X. Research interests focus on Health Belief Model applications in social media health campaigns, fairness evaluation of high-stakes educational exams, and eHealth interventions for obesity management. She investigates how content creator characteristics (e.g., race, occupation) affect user engagement with health messages, examines psychometric validation of assessment tools via Rasch modeling, and explores generative AI's pedagogical impact. Her work integrates intersectionality frameworks to address health disparities in clinical settings. Recent publications reveal strong interdisciplinary trends connecting public health, education, and technology. Key themes include methodological rigor in meta-analyses of occupational cancer studies, social media's role in vaccine behavior change, and AI literacy training for educators. Her findings consistently emphasize practical implications: optimizing health messaging through HBM constructs, addressing test bias in educational equity, and leveraging technology for behavior intervention. The 2024-2025 output shows increasing focus on real-world application of measurement theory.

Elizabeth VidelockView profile

Assistant Professor

• Gut-brain axis
• Parkinson's disease
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• +5 more

Elizabeth Videlock, M.D., Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine , University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) . Her laboratory is housed within the UCLA Center for Inflammatory Bowel Diseases and she leads the Videlock Laboratory . She is a physician-scientist with dual training in internal medicine and gastroenterology, and a Ph.D. in translational research focused on the gut-brain axis. Education and Training: B.S., Chemistry – Yale University M.D. – David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA Internal Medicine Residency – Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston Gastroenterology Fellowship – UCLA STAR Program Ph.D. – UCLA, under mentorship of Dr. Charalabos Pothoulakis and Dr. Lin Chang Research Focus: Dr. Videlock’s research centers on the gut-brain axis , with a particular emphasis on Parkinson’s disease and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) . Her lab uses clinical samples, animal models, and cell-based systems to investigate how gastrointestinal dysfunction contributes to neurological disease. Key areas include mitochondrial dysfunction in the gut epithelium, alpha-synuclein pathology, and the role of genes like PINK1 and PRKN in intestinal health. Scientific Awards and Honors: NIH-NIDDK K08 Grant Award (2024) UCLA CTSI KL2 Translational Science Award (2023) Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Neurodegeneration Challenge Grant American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) FORWARD Scholar Funding and Grants: NIH-NIDDK K08: “Intestinal Mitochondrial Dysfunction and the Gut-Brain-Immune Axis in Models of Parkinson’s Disease” UCLA CTSI KL2: “Parkinson's Disease May Begin in the Gastrointestinal Tract” Chan Zuckerberg Initiative: “The Role of Pink1/Parkin in the Intestinal Epithelium” CURE Pilot and Feasibility Grant UCLA Claude Pepper Rapid Pilot Award Laboratory and Affiliations: Dr. Videlock leads the Videlock Laboratory within the UCLA Center for Inflammatory Bowel Diseases . She is also affiliated with the UCLA G. Oppenheimer Center for Neurobiology of Stress and Resilience and the UCLA Vatche and Tamar Manoukian Division of Digestive Diseases .

• Parkinson's Disease
• Neurology
• Movement Disorders
• +4 more

Mary S Feldman, DO, is an Associate Professor of Neurology at the Geisel School of Medicine, Dartmouth College. She holds leadership roles as Director of the Neurology Residency Program at Dartmouth-Hitchcock and Co-Director of the Movement Disorders Center and Parkinson's Disease Center of Excellence. Her research focuses on Parkinson's disease, telemedicine applications in neurological therapy, and rare neurological disorders. She has contributed to studies on deep brain stimulation optimization, machine learning in disease characterization, and pharmacological interventions for Parkinson's-related symptoms. Her work bridges clinical practice and innovation, including randomized controlled trials evaluating treatments for movement disorders and constipation management. She also engages in medical education research, particularly in assessment methodologies for workplace learning. Feldman's publications span topics from neurodegenerative mechanisms to clinical trial outcomes, reflecting her dual expertise in patient care and translational research. She actively collaborates with institutions like Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center and affiliated hospitals, contributing to multidisciplinary efforts in neurology and medical education.

• Public Health
• Internal Medicine
• Geriatrics
• +5 more

Muhammet Bayraktar serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Internal Medical Sciences and Department of Public Health at the Faculty of Medicine, Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University, where he has been employed since 2020 and previously served as Head of Department from 2020-2021. His academic credentials include: Doctorate in Public Health from Erciyes University (2013-2019), thesis: "Evaluation of the accuracy of information in death certificates in Niğde province" Licence in Medicine from Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam University (1999-2008) Dr. Bayraktar's research program demonstrates exceptional breadth across public health disciplines, with particular emphasis on geriatric care interventions, child protection systems, and pandemic response strategies. His innovative work on acupressure therapy for elderly patients represents a significant contribution to non-pharmacological approaches in geriatric medicine. His research consistently addresses practical public health challenges in the Turkish healthcare context through rigorous scientific methodology. Analysis of his publication record reveals a strategic evolution toward interdisciplinary research connecting clinical medicine with social determinants of health. Since 2020, his work has increasingly focused on pandemic-related challenges while maintaining his foundational research in hematology and child protection. His publications span high-impact journals across multiple specialties, demonstrating academic versatility and relevance to contemporary health challenges. Dr. Bayraktar has secured significant research funding including: "The Effect of Acupressure Applied to the Elderly on Constipation Symptoms and Quality of Life" (2021-2022), supported by Higher Education Institutions "Evaluation of the Effects of Acupressure on Neuropathic Symptoms, Balance Confidence, Fear of Falling, and Quality of Life in Elderly Individuals with Painful Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy" (2025-), a TÜBİTAK 3501 project He has successfully supervised doctoral candidates including Tuğba Aydemir (research on acupressure for elderly constipation) and Rifat Güveli (research on nomophobia and mental health in adults), demonstrating commitment to the next generation of public health researchers.

Jiande ChenView profile

Professor

• Biomedical Computation and Modeling
• Biomedical Imaging
• Neural Engineering
• +3 more

Jiande Chen, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Michigan Medical School, affiliated with the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology and Biomedical Engineering (BME). His research focuses on neuromodulation, gastrointestinal motility disorders, and autonomic nervous system mechanisms in conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, functional dyspepsia, and diabetes. He explores noninvasive therapies like transcutaneous electrical stimulation and vagal nerve stimulation to address visceral pain, motility dysfunction, and metabolic disorders. His research interests include biomedical computation and modeling, imaging, and neural engineering applications in gastroenterology. Key areas of investigation involve optimizing electrical stimulation modalities for treating gastrointestinal diseases and understanding the physiological and mechanistic pathways underlying these interventions. Recent articles highlight studies on rectal sensory function assessments, closed-loop intestinal stimulation for diabetes management, and the role of autonomic nervous system responses in gastrointestinal disorders. His work bridges clinical applications and engineering innovations, with a focus on translational research to improve patient outcomes. No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided information. Dr. Chen’s advising and grants are not detailed here, but his extensive publications indicate active collaboration in interdisciplinary projects. His lab and team are likely part of the University of Michigan’s Department of Internal Medicine and affiliated clinical and engineering research groups.

• Gastroenterology
• Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders
• Complementary and Alternative Medicine
• +3 more

Jill Deutsch, MD is an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Department of Digestive Diseases at Yale School of Medicine. She serves as Director of the Yale Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders Program, Associate Director of the Digestive Diseases Fellowship Program, and Medical Director of the GI Motility Laboratory. Dr. Deutsch specializes in functional gastrointestinal disorders like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and chronic abdominal pain. She holds a Master of Arts in Community Psychology from the University of New Haven (2022) and integrates complementary therapies such as yoga and hypnotherapy into patient care. Her educational background includes residency and chief residency at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (2016), followed by clinical fellowship at Yale SOM (2020). She has received the Kushlan Award for Excellence in Clinical Care (2020) and led a grant-funded neurogastroenterology curriculum for GI fellows. Dr. Deutsch also contributes to academic publishing in gastrointestinal motility, functional disorders, and patient-provider communication. Her research focuses on improving diagnostic approaches for functional GI disorders and advancing wellness initiatives in medical education. She actively mentors trainees through her roles in fellowship programs and has pioneered resident wellbeing interventions to reduce burnout.

Henry P. ParkmanView profile

Professor

• Gastroenterology
• Gastrointestinal Motility Disorders
• Gastroparesis
• +3 more

Henry P. Parkman, MD , is a Professor of Medicine and Vice Chair of Research at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University . He holds the Stanley H. Lorber Research Endowment Fund and Chair in Gastroenterology and serves as Director of the GI Motility Laboratory at Temple University Hospital . His clinical focus spans gastrointestinal motility disorders affecting the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and colon, including achalasia , GERD , gastroparesis , and chronic constipation . Education : MD from Case Western Reserve University, Residency in Internal Medicine at Johns Hopkins Hospital, Fellowships in Gastroenterology at Mayo Clinic Medical School and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Research emphasizes noninvasive diagnostics for gastric emptying, pharmaceutical innovations for motility disorders, and impedance-based assessments of esophageal function. His patient-centered philosophy prioritizes thorough history-taking, targeted testing, and collaborative treatment planning. Scientific Awards : Named multiple times in Philadelphia magazine’s Top Doctors and Best Doctors in America® lists for Gastroenterology. Recipient of the Department of Medicine Research Award. Recent Reviews : Patients consistently praise his attentiveness, expertise, and compassionate care, with overall satisfaction ratings of 4.5/5 across 456 ratings. He is affiliated with Temple Digestive Disease Center in Philadelphia, PA.

• Gastroenterology
• Gerontology
• Musculoskeletal Health
• +4 more

Clinical Associate Professor Ross Hansen is affiliated with the Northern Clinical School at the University of Sydney’s Sydney Medical School, within the Faculty of Medicine and Health. His expertise spans gastrointestinal health, geriatric medicine, and musculoskeletal disorders. He has conducted research on postoperative care, body composition in postmenopausal women, and obesity-related health disparities in Aboriginal Australian populations. In terms of research, his work focuses on improving clinical outcomes for patients with conditions like sarcopenia, hip fractures, and spinal cord injuries. He has explored methodologies for measuring muscle mass, symptom profiles in esophageal motility disorders, and the efficacy of biofeedback therapy for gastrointestinal issues. His studies also investigate the relationship between lifestyle factors and digestive health, as well as the physiological effects of hormone therapy and exercise programs in elderly populations. Grants: 2005 : Early exercise program for women following breast cancer surgery (Cancer Council NSW) 2004 : Shoulder rehabilitation following breast cancer surgery (University of Sydney) His research collaborations include teams studying gastrointestinal physiology, sarcopenia’s impact on hip fracture recovery, and nutritional interventions in elderly patients. No academic awards are explicitly listed in the provided texts.

Mike JonesView profile

Professor

• Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders
• Psychosomatic Medicine
• Neurogastroenterology
• +5 more

Professor Mike Jones is Deputy Dean (Research & Innovation) at Macquarie University's Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences. He holds honorary professorships at the University of Newcastle and Stockholm University, and has held roles at the Mayo Clinic. His research focuses on psychological mechanisms in gastrointestinal disorders, with over 35 years in biostatistics, epidemiology, and clinical research. Substantive position: Macquarie University Affiliations: University of Newcastle (Conjoint Professor), Stress Research Institute (Stockholm) Research interests include functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs), psychosomatic medicine, and mind-gut interactions. He leads projects on brain-gut axis collaborations and has published over 449 articles. Current initiatives include NHMRC Equipment Grants and studies on loneliness in chronic conditions. Editorial roles: Associate Editor of Neurogastroenterology & Motility, founding member of Frontiers in Pharmacology. Teaching: PSYC8863 statistics unit for clinical psychology programs. Industry collaborations involve investigating brain-gut axis topics. Grants include MRFF-funded mental health trials for epilepsy patients.

• Diagnostic Imaging
• Medical Imaging
• Oncology
• +7 more

Clinical Professor Paul Roach is affiliated with the University of Sydney's Northern Clinical School, specializing in Medical Imaging. His research focuses on diagnostic imaging techniques (e.g., PET/CT, SPECT/CT) applied to neuroendocrine tumors, thyroid cancer, and oncology. He has contributed to advancements in theranostic approaches, biomarker development, and radiation therapy protocols. Key research interests include: Peptide receptor radionuclide therapy (PRRT) efficacy and safety PET/CT imaging for neuroendocrine neoplasms Prognostic biomarkers like NETPET score Thyroid cancer management and radioactive iodine practices Recent articles highlight innovations in dual modality imaging, PRRT outcomes, and biomarker validation. His work has been published in journals like Journal of Nuclear Medicine and Theranostics . Collaborative grants include studies on nasal mesh nebulizers and thyroid cancer management. Notable projects include the TROG 18.06 glioblastoma trial and the Australasian consensus on hormonal crises during PRRT. His clinical expertise bridges molecular imaging with oncological treatment strategies.

Lasse Riis ØstergaardView profile

Associate Professor

• Medical Imaging
• Biomedical Engineering
• Image Processing and Computer Vision
• +4 more

Lasse Riis Østergaard is an Associate Professor at the Department of Health Science and Technology, Aalborg University, affiliated with The Faculty of Medicine. His research focuses on medical imaging, AI applications in healthcare, and computational methods for analyzing medical images, particularly in CT and MRI. He leads projects such as 'Modelling and quantification of the cerebral cortex' and contributes to initiatives like the Danish Centre for Health Informatics and AI for the People. Key research areas include: Medical Image Analysis: Specializing in segmentation, artifact reduction, and quantitative measurements in CT/MRI AI in Surgery: Developing deep learning models for surgical action recognition and robotic skill assessment Clinical Applications: Investigating body composition via CT, lung function correlations, and placental vascular imaging He has authored over 120 publications and supervised 5 PhD students. Notable collaborations include work with the Virtual Brain project and NemoMed. Recent studies explore ethnic differences in body composition and AI-driven surgical training. Awards: None explicitly listed, but his work has received media attention including coverage in Surgical Endoscopy and Advances in Respiratory Medicine .

Nathan KolasinskiView profile

Medical Educator

• Pediatric Gastroenterology
• Hepatology
• Nutrition
• +3 more

Nathan Kolasinski is a Medical Educator at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) and serves as the Division Chief of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, MD. He is actively involved in Graduate Medical Education for both the National Capital Consortium (NCC) General Pediatrics Residency and Pediatric Gastroenterology Fellowship programs. Education: Doctor of Medicine (University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, 2015), Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences (University of Cincinnati, 2010). Training: Residency in General Pediatrics (Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, 2015–2018), Fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology (Walter Reed/NCC, 2018–2021), Graduate Certificate in Foundations in Health Professions Education (USUHS, 2019–2020). Dr. Kolasinski's research focuses on pediatric gastrointestinal disorders, including functional constipation, eosinophilic esophagitis, and autoimmune pancreatitis. He has pioneered digital education tools like DIGEST (Digital Interactive Gastroenterology Education Suite for Trainees) and developed pictographic constipation action plans to improve patient outcomes and resident training. His publications span clinical research, medical education, and military health applications, with recent works in Pediatrics , Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology , and Military Medicine . Topics include quantitative endoscopic analysis, autoimmune disease diagnostics, and standardized care protocols for pediatric GI conditions. As a Major in the U.S. Air Force, Dr. Kolasinski combines clinical practice, education, and military service, contributing to both academic and operational medicine. He holds no listed scientific awards but demonstrates leadership in clinical and educational innovation.

• Nutrition and Dietetics
• Nutritional Epidemiology
• Public Health Nutrition
• +3 more

Elizabeth Neale is a Career Development Senior Fellow and Lecturer at the University of Wollongong (UOW), affiliated with the School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences under the Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health. She holds an Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian certification from Dietitians Australia (2019). Her research focuses on evidence-based nutrition methodologies, particularly systematic reviews and meta-analyses, with an emphasis on whole foods, dietary patterns, and chronic disease prevention. Dr. Neale completed her PhD in Nutrition at UOW in 2012 and previously served as a director at Landmark Nutrition (2012–2016). She has supervised numerous higher-degree research students, including those investigating metabolic syndrome, nut consumption impacts, and dietary guidelines. Her work bridges clinical practice and environmental sustainability, as seen in her development of the GWP*-AUSNUT database linking nutrition to climate impact assessments. Key grants include NHMRC funding for fiber-based metabolic syndrome research (2024–2027) and industry-backed studies on avocado and walnut consumption (2016–2021). She serves as a Systematic Review Editor for Nutrition and Dietetics . Recent publications highlight topics like probiotic efficacy, food labeling perceptions, and copper/zinc deficiencies post-bariatric surgery.

Neel MehtaView profile

Clinical Professor

• Pain Medicine
• Interventional Pain Management
• Chronic Pain
• +7 more

Neel Mehta is Professor of Clinical Anesthesiology at Weill Cornell Medical College and serves as Division Chief of Pain Management at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center. He is also Co-Director of Och Spine at the Weill Cornell Medicine Center for Comprehensive Spine Care. His clinical and academic work focuses on interventional pain management, chronic pain, and neuromodulation therapies. His educational background includes: M.D. from Tufts University School of Medicine (2005) Medicine internship at Caritas Carney Hospital (2006) Anesthesia residency at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center (2009) Fellowship in interventional pain medicine at Tri-Institutional Pain Fellowship (2010) Fellowship in healthcare delivery at Harvard Business School (2014) Dr. Mehta's research focuses on spinal cord stimulation, opioid-induced constipation, digital health tools for chronic pain, and interventional therapies for neuropathic and cancer pain. He has published extensively in high-impact journals and authored numerous book chapters. His recent work emphasizes long-term outcomes of 10 kHz spinal cord stimulation for diabetic neuropathy, AI-powered digital pain self-management tools, and virtual reality applications in procedural planning. His research is supported by the Commonwealth Fund through a principal investigator subaward. His scientific honors include: Super Doctors New York 'Rising Stars' (2015) Dean's Healthcare Leadership Fellow (2015) Weill Cornell Anesthesiology Research Award (2012) Teacher of the Year, Tri-Institutional Pain Fellowship (2011, 2010) Recognition as a 'Top Doctor' by Castle Connolly and New York Magazine Dr. Mehta has held key leadership roles in medical education and quality assurance, including former Associate Program Director of the Tri-Institutional Pain Fellowship and Course Director in Pain Medicine at Weill Cornell. He is actively involved in training future pain specialists and has identified unmet needs in neuromodulation education. He has served on executive boards of the Eastern Pain Society and New York Society of Interventional Pain Physicians. His clinical practice includes spinal cord stimulator implants, intrathecal pumps, and minimally invasive procedures for spine and joint pain. He also consults for industry leaders such as Boston Scientific Corporation and Salix Pharmaceuticals, Inc., contributing expert advice on medical devices and pharmaceuticals. He is affiliated with several professional organizations, including the American Society of Anesthesiology, American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine, North American Neuromodulation Society, and American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians.