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Kanwaljeet S. AnandView profile

Professor

• Pediatric Pain and Stress Neurobiology
• Neonatal and Fetal Pain Assessment
• Biomarker Development
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Dr. Kanwaljeet S. Anand is a dual-appointed Professor of Pediatrics (Pediatric Critical Care) and Anesthesiology, Perioperative & Pain Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine. As director of the Pain/Stress Neurobiology Lab and Jackson Vaughan Critical Care Research Fund, he serves as Editor-in-Chief of Pediatric Research and maintains active membership in Bio-X, MCHRI, and Wu Tsai Neurosciences Institute. Rhodes Scholar with D.Phil from University of Oxford Harvard postdoctoral fellowship and Boston Children's Hospital residency Founded Harmony Health Clinic - Arkansas' largest charitable medical-dental facility A translational researcher with 30+ years of impact, Dr. Anand established the first scientific framework for infant pain perception and developed novel pain assessment methodologies. Current research focuses on: Hair biomarker analysis for stress and social affiliation (cortisol/oxytocin) Machine learning systems for objective pain detection in non-verbal infants Biopsychosocial interventions for stress reduction in disadvantaged youth Neurotoxicity mechanisms of sedatives in developing brains Global NICU opioid usage patterns through the NeoOpioid Consortium His work has yielded over 260 publications and significant advances in: Pediatric pain management protocols Neonatal stress biomarker development Critical care neurobiology insights Community health initiatives AI-driven clinical decision support systems Scientific Recognition 9th Annual 'In Praise of Medicine' Public Address, Erasmus University (2014) Nightingale Excellence Award (2016) Honorary Doctorate from University of Örebro (2019) NIH SBIB-H82 Study Section Chair (2018) Multiple IASP and American Pain Society awards Swedish Academy of Medicine's Nils Rosén von Rosenstein Award (2009) St. Jude Endowed Chairholder (2010) As mentor to Med Scholar Anjali Gupta and advisor to numerous professional bodies, Dr. Anand maintains active clinical leadership in Pediatric Intensive Care while advancing computational approaches to pain detection through collaborations with Stanford's AI researchers.

Chelsea RuthView profile

Associate Professor

• Neonatology
• Pediatrics
• Public Health
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Chelsea Ruth, MD, MSc, BSc, FRCPC, is an Associate Professor in Pediatrics and Child Health at the Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba. She is also the Medical Director of the St. Boniface Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Her research focuses on long-term outcomes of infants requiring NICU care, perinatal risk factors, social determinants of health, and maternal substance use. She leads studies at the Manitoba Centre for Health Policy and collaborates with groups like the LEOPARD, iMAPLES, INFORM RARE, and WiSDOM. Her work emphasizes First Nations health equity, particularly in diabetes and neurodevelopmental outcomes. Education: MD, University of Manitoba MSc (Medicine), University of Manitoba BSc (Medicine), University of Manitoba BSc, University of Manitoba Research Interests: Population Health and Epidemiology Neurodevelopmental Outcomes in High-Risk Infants Maternal Substance Use and Diabetes in Pregnancy First Nations Health Equity Recent Research Trends: Her articles analyze opioid use in pregnancy, neonatal outcomes linked to cesarean sections, and disparities in Bell’s palsy among First Nations populations with diabetes. She also explores antiseizure medication safety and the impact of parental separation post-preterm delivery. Labs/Teams: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, LEOPARD Group, iMAPLES, INFORM RARE, WiSDOM.

• Paediatric Anaesthesia
• Neurodevelopmental Effects of Anaesthesia
• Data Science in Medicine
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Associate Professor Justin Skowno holds a Conjoint academic position in the Discipline of Child and Adolescent Health at the University of Sydney and serves as a Senior Staff Specialist in the Department of Anaesthesia at The Children's Hospital at Westmead. He is the Director of Research in Anaesthesia at the hospital and a medical sustainability lead for the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. His expertise includes paediatric cardio-thoracic and oncological surgery anaesthesia, sustainability in medicine, and data science applications in healthcare. Education: MBChB, DA(SA), FCA(SA), FANZCA, PhD Roles: Chairperson of the Research Subcommittee of the Society for Paediatric Anaesthesia in New Zealand and Australia (2020–2023), current committee member His research focuses on three areas: (1) physiological monitoring under anaesthesia using optical/electrical methods, including near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS); (2) short- and long-term effects of anaesthetics on neurodevelopment, particularly in infants; and (3) data science in medicine and anaesthesia, such as large-scale critical care data systems. He has led initiatives like the Big Data for Small People project, which integrates anaesthesia, paediatric intensive care, and neonatal intensive care data to improve clinical decision-making. Publications highlight his work on EEG monitoring, NIRS applications, sustainability in anaesthesia, and clinical trials evaluating drug combinations (e.g., TREX trial). He contributes to editorial boards (e.g., Pediatric Anesthesia ) and peer reviews for major journals like Anesthesiology . Teaching: Daily clinical teaching in theatre, small-group tutorials, and lectures at the University of Sydney’s ‘Neuromonitoring in Anaesthesia’ unit Projects: Includes the PHANTOM study (prehospital tissue oximetry), international collaborations on EEG metrics with Dr. Alexander Caicedo-Dorado (Belgium) and Dr. Ian Yuan (USA) He advocates for climate-friendly anaesthetic practices and has spearheaded efforts to quantify the carbon footprint of nitrous oxide use in paediatric anaesthesia.

Folasade KehindeView profile

Associate Professor

• Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
• Pediatrics
• Prematurity Care
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Folasade Kehinde, MD, is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Drexel University College of Medicine. She holds a faculty position at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, where she co-directs the multidisciplinary 'Next Steps Program' for NICU graduates. Her clinical expertise focuses on neonatal-perinatal medicine, non-invasive ventilation, and extreme/very low birth weight infants. Dr. Kehinde received her medical degree from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, followed by pediatric residency at SUNY Downstate and fellowship in neonatal-perinatal medicine at the University of Connecticut. Her research emphasizes improving outcomes for preterm infants, including osteopenia prevention, reducing NICU-related complications, and optimizing follow-up care. She has been repeatedly recognized as a 'Top Doctor' by Philadelphia magazine (2018, 2021-2025) and awarded the 2025 Golden Apple Award for teaching excellence. Her scholarly work spans neonatal bone disorders, language barriers in NICU care, and developmental outcomes for premature infants. Educational Background: MD, University of Ibadan Residencies: SUNY Downstate Pediatric Residency Fellowships: University of Connecticut Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine

Venkatakrishna KakkilayaView profile

Associate Professor

• Neonatal Care
• Non-Invasive Respiratory Support
• NICU Quality Improvement
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Venkatakrishna Kakkilaya, M.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at UT Southwestern Medical Center, specializing in neonatal-perinatal medicine since 2011. He is credentialed at Children’s Health and focuses on non-invasive respiratory support for preterm infants and quality improvement in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). His clinical expertise includes neonatal resuscitation, surfactant therapy protocols, and reducing complications like pneumothorax in preterm infants. Dr. Kakkilaya’s educational background includes a medical degree from Karnatak University, followed by pediatrics residency at VM Medical College (India) and LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport. He completed a neonatal-perinatal medicine fellowship at LSU, deepening his specialization in high-risk neonatal care. His research emphasizes evidence-based strategies to optimize respiratory care and reduce invasive procedures in preterm infants. Key research interests include evaluating protocols like Less Invasive Surfactant Administration (LISA) and refining delivery room practices to improve outcomes. His studies address critical questions such as CPAP failure prediction, oxygen strategy impacts, and reducing intubation rates. Collaborations with multidisciplinary teams at UT Southwestern have driven quality improvement projects in NICU settings. Dr. Kakkilaya’s publications span over a decade, addressing both clinical challenges and rare genetic syndromes (e.g., Otopalatodigital Syndrome). His work bridges translational research and clinical practice, aiming to enhance neonatal survival rates and reduce morbidity through innovative respiratory support strategies.

• Neonatal Infectious Diseases
• Neonatal Sepsis Diagnosis and Management
• Infection Prevention in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU)
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Noa Fleiss is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Director of Quality Improvement for Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at Yale School of Medicine. She joined the faculty in 2020 after completing her pediatric residency and neonatology fellowship at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University. Her roles include leading quality improvement initiatives in the NICU, co-directing the pediatric residency QI curriculum, and mentoring trainees in improvement projects. Her clinical research focuses on neonatal infectious diseases, particularly neonatal sepsis diagnosis and management. Education & Training: MD: Tufts University School of Medicine (2014) MPH: George Washington University Medical Center (2010) Pediatric Residency: NewYork-Presbyterian Columbia University Medical Center (2017) Neonatology Fellowship: NewYork-Presbyterian Columbia University Medical Center (2020) Research Interests: Dr. Fleiss’ work addresses infection prevention in NICUs, non-invasive respiratory care, and maternal mental health support. She has led projects on MRSA reduction during the pandemic, early colostrum administration, and optimizing antibiotic use. Her research bridges clinical practice and evidence-based guidelines to improve neonatal outcomes. Grants & Mentorship: She mentors trainees in quality improvement and collaborates with institutions to advance neonatal care standards. Her mentorship emphasizes rigorous research methodologies and translational science. Labs & Teams: She is part of the Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine division at Yale, contributing to interdisciplinary teams focused on improving NICU protocols and patient safety.

Peter GröpelView profile

Professor

• Sport Psychology
• Performance Under Pressure
• Self-Regulation
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Peter Gröpel is a Professor at the University of Vienna with affiliations in the Center for Sports Science and University Sports and the Institute of Sport and Exercise Science . His work bridges sport psychology, performance optimization under pressure, and health-related behavioral interventions. Education: Habilitation (Technical University of Munich, 2018), PhD (University of Trnava, 2007), Dr. rer. nat. (University of Osnabrück, 2005) Dr. Gröpel's research focuses on self-regulation mechanisms in high-stress environments, motivation dynamics , and well-being optimization across sports, medical emergencies, and workplace settings. His publications demonstrate expertise in eye-tracking analysis and performance metrics for critical interventions. Recent publications cluster around stress mitigation in medical simulations, cognitive interventions for musicians and athletes, and exercise-based cognitive enhancement in youth populations. Collaborative work with Yale and Medical University of Vienna highlights cross-institutional research efforts. Scientific Awards: 2019 – Dual Research Prizes (Pediatrics) from Society for Neonatology and Society for Simulation in Healthcare 2012 – Poster Award (European Conference on Personality) Dr. Gröpel has secured multiple grants including Erasmus Sport funding (2025-2026) and Austrian Research Promotion Agency support (2021-2022). His professional activities include postgraduate program lecturing and leadership roles in sports psychology community initiatives.

Ekta KhemaniView profile

Assistant Professor

• Anesthesia
• Patient Safety
• Quality Improvement in Healthcare
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Ekta Khemani is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesia within the Faculty of Health Sciences at McMaster University. Her academic career spans nearly two decades with consistent scholarly output from 2006 to the present, including publications extending into 2025. Dr. Khemani's research interests focus on practical applications in clinical settings, with particular emphasis on patient safety, quality improvement in healthcare delivery, anesthesia practice optimization, and healthcare economics. Her work demonstrates a strong commitment to addressing real-world challenges in medical practice, especially in anesthesia services and patient care processes. Analysis of her publication history reveals evolving research priorities. Early work focused on pediatric conditions and medical education, while more recent publications heavily address pandemic-related challenges in anesthesia, cost reduction strategies, and patient safety improvements. Her research consistently bridges clinical practice with academic inquiry, often employing quality improvement methodologies and evidence-based approaches. Her scholarly impact is evident through significant readership on academic platforms like Mendeley, with multiple publications garnering over 40 readers, and broader influence shown by references in policy sources, Wikipedia pages, and news outlets. Dr. Khemani's work demonstrates leadership in regional healthcare improvement initiatives, particularly in anesthesia services and patient safety protocols within Canadian hospital systems. Her contributions span clinical practice improvement, medical education, and healthcare administration with a consistent focus on practical, implementable solutions.

David SommerfieldView profile

Associate Clinical Professor

• Pediatric Anesthesia
• Difficult Airway Management
• Perioperative Medicine
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David Sommerfield is a Clinical Associate Professor at the UWA Medical School , University of Western Australia. He specializes in Pediatric Anesthesia and Perioperative Medicine , with a focus on airway management, pain control, and clinical trial methodologies. His work intersects with the Institute for Paediatric Perioperative Excellence . Research Interests : Pediatric airway challenges, alternative pain management strategies, clinical registry analysis, and telehealth applications in postoperative care. Recent Publications highlight trends in virtual reality for anxiety reduction, honey as natural analgesic, and advanced intubation techniques using international data registries. Clinical Collaborations include contributions to the PeDI Collaborative and multi-center trials across Australia, Scotland, and international networks.

• Neonatology
• Pediatric Medicine
• Premature Infants
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Dr. Fiona Baerveldt Wertheimer is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics (Part-Time) at the University of Southern California, where she serves as Co-Clerkship Director for Pediatrics. Her clinical practice and research focus on neonatology, pediatric medicine, and care of premature infants. Her research interests include neonatal resuscitation techniques, nutritional management in preterm infants, respiratory distress syndrome treatments, and perinatal complications from conditions like COVID-19 and immune thrombocytopenia. She has published extensively on improving clinical outcomes for high-risk newborns. Dr. Wertheimer's recent work has explored oxygen saturation targets to prevent retinopathy of prematurity, surfactant therapy evolution, and novel interventions like umbilical cord milking techniques. She maintains active clinical practice while contributing to pediatric medical education through her clerkship role.

Andrew KingView profile

Clinical Professor

• Neurosurgery
• Oncology
• Neurofibromatosis
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Andrew King is a Clinical Professor in the Division of Neuroscience at the University of Manchester, specializing in neurosurgical oncology with particular focus on vestibular schwannoma and neurofibromatosis type II. His research examines tumor growth mechanisms, surgical outcomes, and neuroinflammatory responses in brain disorders. Research interests center on: Immunological networks in schwannomatosis Microdialysis monitoring of inflammatory biomarkers Genetic determinants of tumor development Advanced imaging techniques for brain tumor characterization Publications demonstrate consistent focus on improving neurosurgical techniques for cranial nerve disorders, with recent work exploring macrophage involvement in tumor progression and genetic screening for schwannomatosis. Clinical studies emphasize quantitative outcome measurement and minimally invasive approaches. Leads multidisciplinary projects including a cohort study on interleukin-1 receptor antagonist effects following subarachnoid hemorrhage. Supervises doctoral candidates investigating tumor immunology and collaborates internationally on neurofibromatosis research.

• Neonatal Anesthesia
• Pediatric Airway Management
• Tracheal Intubation
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Jeremy Tomas is a Researcher in the Department of Anesthesiology at Erasmus MC, a leading university medical center in the Netherlands. His work focuses on pediatric and neonatal anesthesia, with particular emphasis on airway management and patient safety in vulnerable patient populations. His research interests include: Neonatal Anesthesia Pediatric Airway Management Tracheal Intubation Techniques Respiratory Complications in Pediatric Anesthesia Clinical Audits in Anesthesia Practice Observational Studies in Pediatric Anesthesia Dr. Tomas's publication record demonstrates expertise in large-scale multicenter studies, particularly the NECTARINE project examining anesthesia practices across European institutions. His work combines clinical research with patient safety initiatives to improve outcomes for neonates and children undergoing anesthesia procedures. His research has gained significant recognition through multiple high-impact publications in the British Journal of Anaesthesia and BMJ Open, with notable attention on social media and academic platforms as indicated by citation metrics and reader engagement statistics.