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Brian J. Lunday is a Professor of Operations Research at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) , specifically within the Department of Operational Sciences. His career spans over two decades, with a focus on applications of mathematical programming to cooperative and non-cooperative game-theoretic interactions, network design, optimization, interdiction, and resource allocation in military contexts. Education: Ph.D. in Industrial and Systems Engineering, Virginia Tech (2010) M.S. in Industrial Engineering, University of Arizona (2001) B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (Aerospace Systems), United States Military Academy (1992) Lunday’s research interests are broad and interdisciplinary, centering on operations research with military applications. His work includes network interdiction, resource location and allocation, game theory, and optimization under uncertainty. He has contributed to areas such as missile defense, vaccine pricing, medical evacuation logistics, and social network analysis. His methodological approaches often involve bilevel programming, stochastic and dynamic programming, and metaheuristics. The trends in his publications reflect a deep engagement with military logistics, game theory, and network optimization. Notable topics include the weapon-target assignment problem, robust location modeling, approximate dynamic programming for medical evacuations, and social network analysis using multilayer frameworks. His work frequently integrates mathematical rigor with real-world defense challenges, such as asymmetric satellite constellation design, truck platooning cost optimization, and intruder detection. Scientific Awards: 2024 Richard H. Barchi Prize (MORS) 2023 Outstanding Science and Engineering Educator (USAF) 2020 Dean’s Distinguished Teaching Award (AFIT) 2018 Lessons Learned Senior Civilian Professional of the Year (USAF) 2016 Outstanding Young Member OR/MS Award (INFORMS) 2014 Professor of the Year (ASAM Master’s Program) 2013 Dr. Leslie M. Norton Teaching Excellence Award Lunday has advised numerous students across his publications, including researchers working on military applications (e.g., C. G. Long, S. D. Donnel, M. J. Robbins) and optimization challenges (e.g., P. R. Jenkins, W. M. Caballero). His collaborative research extends to projects involving cyber readiness, missile defense, and healthcare logistics.

• Operations Research
• Game Theory
• Network Optimization
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Douglas M. Blough is a Professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology's School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, where he has served since 1999. He previously held faculty positions at the University of California at Irvine from 1988 to 1999. Dr. Blough directs the Critical Networking Laboratory and has served as the School's associate chair for faculty development since January 2018, including a five-month term as Interim Steve W. Chaddick School Chair in 2021. Dr. Blough's research focuses on wireless networks, distributed computer systems, and computer systems security. His specific interests include healthcare security, mobile and wireless communications, telecommunications, and computer systems and software. He has led 37 federally-funded or industry-sponsored research projects with over $8 million in funding, including current NSF grants for next-generation wireless networks exploring design challenges for networks operating in the millimeter-wave bands. His recent scholarly work demonstrates a strong emphasis on millimeter-wave communications, intelligent reflecting surfaces, and next-generation wireless LAN technologies. His publications reveal a progression from foundational work in dependable computing systems to cutting-edge research in wireless networking, with a particular focus on mmWave technology and intelligent surfaces in recent years. His research group has produced numerous award-winning papers, including multiple Best Paper Awards in 2021-2022. Professional Distinctions: Best Paper Award, IEEE International Symposium on Local and Metropolitan Area Networks, 2022 Best Paper Award, IEEE Consumer Communications and Networking Conference, 2021 Associate Editor, IEEE Transactions on Wireless Communications (2020-present) Associate Editor, IEEE Transactions on Cloud Computing (2020-present) Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Faculty Fellow, 1996 NASA/ASEE Faculty Fellow, 1993 Dr. Blough has advised numerous PhD students who now hold positions at leading technology companies including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Intel, and Huawei. His research has resulted in over 160 archival publications and 10 patents related to wireless communications, bioinformatics, verifiable health records, and identity management. He has held significant leadership roles within his department, including chairing technical interest groups and serving on key committees for faculty development and honors.

• Wireless Networks
• Network Security
• Computer Systems Design
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Beril Toktay is a Professor of Operations Management at the Scheller College of Business , Georgia Institute of Technology. She is also the Brady Family Chairholder , Regents' Professor , and the Executive Director of the Brook Byers Institute for Sustainable Systems . Her research focuses on sustainable operations , supply chain management , and closed-loop supply chains , with funding from the National Science Foundation and recognition including the 2015 Management Science Best Paper in Operations Management Award and 2018 Reimagine Education Natural Sciences First Prize . Education : Ph.D. in Operations Research (MIT, 1998), M.S. in Industrial Engineering (Purdue, 1994), B.S. in Industrial Engineering and Mathematics (Boğaziçi University, 1992) Her research interests span sustainable operations, supply chain management, and policy analysis, with a focus on environmental regulation , remanufacturing strategies , and equitable business practices . Recent work explores extended producer responsibility (EPR) , solar energy business models , and medical surplus allocation , emphasizing systems thinking and policy-driven innovation. Key scientific awards include: 2021 M&SOM Best Paper Award 2019 Global Electronics Council Sustainability Champion Award 2018 INFORMS Distinguished Service Award 2017 MSOM Distinguished Fellow Beril Toktay has held editorial leadership roles, including Department Editor for Environment, Health, and Society at M&SOM and Area Editor (Environment, Energy, and Sustainability) at Operations Research. She co-edited the 2013 M&SOM Special Issue on the Environment and the 2023 Management Science Special Issue on Business and Climate Change .

• Sustainable operations
• Supply chain management
• Closed-loop supply chains
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Guanghui (George) Lan is the A. Russell Chandler III Chair and Professor in the H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology . He concurrently serves as Associate Director of Machine Learning and Data Science at Georgia Tech’s Center for Machine Learning . Education: Ph.D. in Industrial and Systems Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology (2009) Research spans three tightly connected pillars: Theory & Algorithms: stochastic optimization, nonlinear programming, first-order and primal-dual methods. Machine Learning & Data Science: reinforcement learning, policy optimization, minimax formulations, robust learning under uncertainty. Applications: healthcare decision-making, sustainable chemical recycling (PET glycolysis), and resilient biorefining. His 2024–2025 articles reveal a clear trend toward model-free and sampling-efficient algorithms for large-scale or constrained problems, with a parallel emphasis on real-world sustainability applications such as waste-plastic recycling and biorefinery control. Scientific Honors: INFORMS Frederick W. Lanchester Prize (2023) INFORMS Computing Society Prize (2022) NSF CAREER Award (2013) Multiple best-paper and finalist distinctions from INFORMS and the Mathematical Optimization Society Grants & Editorial Service: Funding from NSF, ONR, ARO, USDA, AFOSR, AHA Associate Editor: Computational Optimization and Applications (2014–), Mathematical Programming (2016–), SIAM Journal on Optimization (2016–), Operations Research (2023–) Dr. Lan directs algorithmic development within Georgia Tech’s Center for Machine Learning and advises a vibrant group of Ph.D. students and post-docs working at the intersection of optimization and machine learning.

• Stochastic Optimization
• Nonlinear Programming
• Machine Learning
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Jinha Lee, PhD, serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Education and Data Science at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University. His research applies operations research and data science methodologies to optimize healthcare delivery systems and policy implementation. Education: PhD in Industrial and Systems Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2016 Post-Doctoral Fellowship, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, 2017-2018 Dr. Lee's research integrates health informatics, healthcare operations, and economic decision analysis to address critical challenges in healthcare systems. His work leverages large-scale clinical datasets and field observations to develop evidence-based solutions for practice variance reduction, resource allocation optimization, and quality improvement in medical services. Current projects focus on system modeling for healthcare policy analysis and establishing data-driven clinical guidelines through operational research frameworks. Publication trends reveal consistent focus on applying geospatial analytics to public health crises (particularly drug overdose incidents) and optimizing anesthesia procedures in obstetric care. His recent work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between data science, clinical practice, and healthcare management, emphasizing patient-centered outcomes and operational efficiency across diverse healthcare settings. Scientific Awards: Health Transformation Research and Practice Excellence (NSF I/UCR CHOT Meeting, 2015) Outstanding Early Career Award Nomination (Bowling Green State University, 2021) Professional Activities: Active collaboration with hospitals and healthcare delivery organizations across the U.S. and internationally Membership in INFORMS (Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences) including Health Applications Society, Analytics Society, and Decision Analysis Society Dr. Lee maintains extensive field-based research partnerships with healthcare institutions to implement data-driven solutions for real-world operational challenges in clinical environments.

• Healthcare Data Analytics
• Health Informatics
• Healthcare Operations
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CPT Amanda (Harrison) Fredrickson serves as an economics instructor in the Department of Social Sciences at the United States Military Academy (West Point). A graduate of West Point (Class of 2015), she is an active-duty Army officer with significant operational experience including a deployment to Iraq in 2016 supporting the recapture of Mosul. Her military assignments span the 101st Airborne Division and 4th Infantry Division in roles such as Sapper Platoon Leader, Battalion S-4, Company Commander, and Battalion S-3. Her academic credentials include: B.S. in Economics from the United States Military Academy M.S. in Engineering Management from the University of Missouri Science and Technology M.P.P. from the University of Chicago with a concentration in data analytics Research interests center on military family policy, examining economic implications and recruiting effects, alongside military healthcare systems and incentive structures. Her work integrates economic theory, public policy analysis, and data-driven approaches to address challenges facing military personnel and their families. As an active-duty officer and educator, Captain Fredrickson contributes to developing future Army leaders through economics instruction while maintaining operational readiness. No specific scientific awards, advisees, or research grants are mentioned in available sources.

• Military Family Policy
• Military Healthcare
• Public Policy
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Rajesh Rao is an Associate Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Michigan. His work spans ocular oncology, retinal diseases, and stem cell biology, with a focus on translational applications. Key Research Areas: Vitreoretinal lymphoma diagnostics using liquid biopsy Stem cell therapies for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) Role of MYD88 L265P mutation in ocular CLL diagnosis Quiescence mechanisms in embryonic stem cells Collaborations: Work with Qiang Li, Hakan Demirci, Noah Brown, Bryan Betz, and others Multidisciplinary teams in ophthalmology, oncology, and stem cell research Recent publications in Nature Communications , Ophthalmology Retina , and Stem Cell Reports highlight his contributions to ocular lymphoma detection and stem cell fate regulation. No scientific awards or student advisement details were explicitly mentioned in available data.

• Ophthalmology
• Oncology
• Stem Cell Research
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Richard Burke is an ABS Professor of Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering at the State University of New York Maritime College, where he develops research and teaching initiatives in marine disciplines. He previously served as Chair of the Engineering Department for twelve years and Executive Director of the Maritime College Global Maritime Center for Research, Development, Education, and Training. During 2014-15, he was a Presidential Fellow at the SUNY Research Foundation advancing research infrastructure across SUNY campuses. Dr. Burke's academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering & Operations Research from University of Massachusetts at Amherst S.M. in Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology B.E. in Naval Architecture from SUNY Maritime College His research integrates naval architecture with operations research and statistical analysis, focusing on ship design, maritime systems optimization, and industrial engineering applications. This interdisciplinary approach extends to manufacturing, new product development, and healthcare consulting, demonstrating practical implementation of theoretical frameworks in maritime and industrial contexts. Professional recognition includes: Fellow of the Royal Institution of Naval Architects As a long-tenured department chair and professor, Dr. Burke has mentored generations of maritime engineers. His leadership in the Global Maritime Center fostered cross-institutional research collaborations, though specific grant histories remain unreported in available materials. Current initiatives emphasize strengthening SUNY's research ecosystem for smaller campuses through systemic innovation. Dr. Burke directs the Maritime College Global Maritime Center for Research, Development, Education, and Training, which serves as the institutional hub for maritime innovation, connecting academic research with industry applications across shipbuilding, salvage operations, and naval systems.

• Naval Architecture
• Marine Engineering
• Operations Research
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Joseph D. Kuebler, M.D., M.B.A., is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. He specializes in Pediatric Cardiology and Critical Care Medicine, serving as Medical Director of the Pediatric Cardiac Care Center and Director of Pediatric Critical Care Ultrasound. His board certifications include Pediatric Critical Care and Pediatric Cardiology. Education: MD from Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (University at Buffalo, 2008) Residency & Fellowship: Pediatrics at Yale New Haven Hospital (2008-2012), Pediatric Cardiology at Boston Children's Hospital/Harvard Medical School (2012-2016), Pediatric Critical Care at University of Rochester Medical Center (2016-2018) Dr. Kuebler's research focuses on quality improvement and outcomes in pediatric cardiology, point-of-care ultrasound, echocardiography in intensive care units, 3-dimensional echocardiography, and nutrition in congenital heart disease. His publications span topics from viral critical illness in infants to advanced cardiac imaging techniques and robotic interventions. Recent trends in his work include collaborative national studies on respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) outcomes (2025), multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C) protocols (2021), and historical contributions to emergency medicine (2007). Notable awards include the 2023 ICARE Bronze Star for clinical excellence and the 2018 Medical Student Teaching Award. 2023 ICARE Bronze Star 2018 Medical Student Teaching Award Dr. Kuebler leads initiatives in the Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Consortium (PC4) and integrates ultrasound technology into critical care practices. Though no formal advisees or grants are mentioned, his leadership roles and dual certification highlight his expertise in pediatric cardiac care.

• Quality Improvement in Pediatric Cardiology
• Point-of-Care Ultrasound
• Echocardiography in Intensive Care Units
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Scott Goldstein, DO, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University. He serves as Chief of EMS and Disaster Medicine and Medical Director of the Temple Transport Team (T3). Dr. Goldstein's research focuses on pre-hospital care, skin infections, EKG interpretation, and seizure management. His clinical interests include pre-hospital medicine, operational medicine, and EMS. His work spans various areas of emergency medicine with particular emphasis on diagnostic techniques and emergency protocols. His publications demonstrate expertise in hypertensive emergencies, airway management, point-of-care ultrasound for foreign body identification, and orthopedic emergencies. His research often focuses on practical diagnostic and treatment approaches that can be implemented in emergency department settings. Dr. Goldstein has received numerous professional recognitions including: American Board of Emergency Medicine certification Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP) Fellow of the Academy of Emergency Medical Services (FAEMS) Fellow of the American Academy of Emergency Medicine (FAAEM) Professional in Healthcare (PHP) Membership in the Pennsylvania College of Emergency Physicians Membership in the International Federation for Emergency Medicine Dr. Goldstein completed his DO at New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and his Emergency Medicine residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA. He practices at Temple University Hospital - Main Campus located at 3401 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140.

• Pre-hospital care
• EMS
• Disaster Medicine
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Anand V. Bodapati is an Associate Professor of Marketing at the UCLA Anderson School of Management. His academic appointment places him within the Marketing Department, where he contributes to both research and teaching missions of the school. Dr. Bodapati received his Ph.D. in Business from Stanford University and an M.S. in Statistics from the same institution. His undergraduate education includes dual S.B. degrees from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Mathematics and Computer Science, and Management Science and Cognitive Psychology. Bodapati's research operates at the intersection of consumer psychology, decision making, statistics, marketing, and computer science. His scholarly work focuses on developing statistical models, methodologies, and decision support systems to address marketing challenges across value creation, value communication, customer acquisition, development, retention, and response assessment. His domain expertise spans advertising, retailing, direct marketing, digital marketing, and social marketing for health and public policy. His publication record demonstrates consistent impact across top marketing journals including the Journal of Marketing Research, Journal of Business and Economics Statistics, Marketing Letters, and Journal of Interactive Marketing. His work shows evolution from foundational statistical modeling approaches to increasingly sophisticated applications in digital marketing and social networks. American Marketing Association's Paul Green Award (twice) American Marketing Association's Lehmann Award Finalist for the O'Dell Award for work on recommendation systems Winner of the Paul Green 'Best Paper' Award for 'Determining influential users in internet social networks' (2011) Winner of the Paul Green 'Best Paper' Award for 'Recommendation systems with purchase data' (2009) Finalist for the Paul Green 'Best Paper' Award for 'A hybrid choice model that uses actual and ordered attribute value information' (2006) At UCLA Anderson, Bodapati teaches courses in Digital Marketing Analytics, Customer Analytics and Customer Insights, and Market Research. He has developed practical applications of his research through collaborations with marketing technology companies including Experian, Convertro, and Bliss Point Media. Bodapati serves on the editorial board of Marketing Science and was a founding member of the editorial board for the Journal of Interactive Marketing.

• Marketing Analytics
• Consumer Psychology
• Decision Making
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Kumar Rajaram is a Professor of Decisions, Operations and Technology Management at the UCLA Anderson School of Management , holding the William E. Leonhard Chair in Management. He specializes in developing analytical models to optimize operations across diverse sectors, including healthcare, process manufacturing, retail, and nonprofits. Education: Ph.D., Operations Management (1998), Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania M.A., Managerial Science and Applied Economics (1997), Wharton School M.S., Industrial Engineering and Operations Research (1993), University of Massachusetts at Amherst M.Sc., Mathematics (1991), Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, India B.E., Electrical and Electronics Engineering (1991), Birla Institute Rajaram's research interests span operations management , process improvement , and supply chain optimization . His work addresses challenges in healthcare systems (e.g., HIV/AIDS planning, patient flow), fashion retail (e.g., demand uncertainty), and industrial processes (e.g., Robust Process Control, which quadrupled productivity in global companies). He also explores machine learning applications in clinical decision support and water reservoir management under climate uncertainty. Selected Trends in Publications: Recent articles focus on stochastic optimization for hospital staffing, machine learning for hospital readmissions, production planning in process industries, and supply chain compliance . Earlier works established frameworks for retail space allocation , elective patient scheduling , and theme park operations . Scientific Recognition: Eric and E Juline Faculty Excellence in Research Award (2003), UCLA Anderson Franz Edelman Laureate (1998), INFORMS Best Application Paper, Institute of Industrial Engineers (2010) Deloitte Consulting Award for Field Study Achievement (2009) Niedorf 'Decade' Teaching Award (2005), UCLA Anderson Citibank Teaching Award (2000), UCLA Anderson Advising & Implementation: His work has been applied at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center , Veterans Health Administration , and global process manufacturing firms . He co-developed a water reservoir management tool addressing climate uncertainty and designed executive education courses on operations for the UCLA-NUS EMBA Program . Labs & Collaborations: Rajaram collaborates with interdisciplinary teams at UCLA Anderson Centers , including Healthcare , Supply Chain , and Technology Management , and with institutions like the Operational Research Society of the UK .

• Operations Management
• Process Improvement
• Healthcare Operations
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Brigitte K. Smith, MD, MHPE, FACS, FSVS is an Associate Professor of Vascular Surgery and Vice Chair of Education for the Department of Surgery at the University of Utah. She directs the Vascular Surgery Fellowship and leads surgical education research initiatives. Education: Doctor of Medicine (University of Wisconsin), Master of Health Professions Education (University of Illinois at Chicago), Integrated Vascular Surgery Residency (University of Wisconsin) Research Interests: Dr. Smith specializes in surgical education, focusing on team-based experiential learning for value-driven healthcare, ACGME Milestone assessment tools, and integrated vascular surgery residency program development. Her work explores how training paradigms affect clinical judgment and resident preparedness. Recent Publications: Her articles analyze predictive analytics for surgical competency, frailty assessment in vascular surgery, robotic training barriers, and high-value care curriculum implementation. Key journals include Annals of Surgery , JAMA Surgery , and Journal of Vascular Surgery . Scientific Awards: Recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and Fellow of the Society for Vascular Surgery (FSVS), she has received grant support from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and the Association for Surgical Education.

• Surgical Education
• Vascular Surgery
• Clinical Assessment
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Candace C. Chang, MD, MPH is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Utah . Her clinical and academic roles include directing Non-Operating Room Anesthesia (NORA) and leading global health engagement initiatives. She specializes in patient safety, simulation-based training, and healthcare capacity building, particularly in The Gambia. Education: B.S. in Chemistry, California Institute of Technology (Caltech) M.D., University of California San Francisco (UCSF) M.P.H., Harvard School of Public Health Her research focuses on anesthesiology safety protocols , simulation training for medical professionals , and global health equity . Recent publications emphasize teamwork in perioperative settings, NORA risk mitigation, and international healthcare education. Dr. Chang teaches medical students , anesthesia residents , and board-certified anesthesiologists through the University of Utah's Center for Patient Simulation . She has authored multiple articles on safety checklists, positioning injuries, and global health collaborations.

• Anesthesiology
• Patient Safety
• Global Health
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Stephen J. Fenton, MD, FACS, FAAP is an Associate Professor in the Department of Surgery and Adjunct Assistant Professor in Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine. He is a board-certified Pediatric Surgeon practicing at Primary Children's Hospital in Salt Lake City, with additional clinics in Lehi and Billings. He specializes in fetal and neonatal surgery, pediatric trauma, and minimally invasive procedures for conditions ranging from hernias to complex congenital anomalies. His educational background includes: B.A. in Spanish from the University of Utah M.D. from Creighton University School of Medicine Residency and Chief Residency in General Surgery at the University of Utah Fellowship in Pediatric Surgery at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Dr. Fenton's research interests focus on fetal surgery , neonatal surgery , and pediatric trauma . He has pioneered work in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) life support and the multidisciplinary management of congenital anomalies. His clinical expertise includes minimally invasive techniques for gastroesophageal reflux, choledochal cysts, and complex neonatal disorders such as tracheoesophageal fistula and congenital diaphragmatic hernia. He is particularly known for his contributions to fetal care, having founded the Utah Fetal Center. His recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on improving pediatric trauma systems through statewide collaboratives and telemedicine, as well as advancing outcomes in congenital diaphragmatic hernia. He has led significant research on preventable transfers, ECMO utilization, and the management of traumatic injuries in children. Dr. Fenton is the founder and director of two major initiatives: the Utah Fetal Center , which provides comprehensive care for pregnant mothers with fetuses diagnosed with congenital anomalies, and the Utah Pediatric Trauma Network , which aims to establish statewide standards for pediatric trauma care. These centers exemplify his commitment to multidisciplinary care and system-wide improvements in pediatric surgical outcomes.

• Fetal Surgery
• Neonatal Surgery
• ECMO Life Support
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