Betty T Tran

Betty T Tran, MD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care at the Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, with hospital affiliations at Jesse Brown VA Medical Center.

Her academic foundation includes:

• BA from Rice University (2001)
• MD from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (2005)
• MS from University of Washington (2011)

She completed residency in Internal Medicine at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University (2008) and fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Washington (2011), holding dual board certifications in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine.

Dr. Tran's research integrates clinical pulmonology with immunological investigation, featuring:

• Host immune responses to respiratory pathogens like SARS-CoV-2
• Translational studies on cellular immunity in pneumonia
• Eosinophilic inflammation mechanisms in COPD
• Safety protocols for critical care procedures during pandemics

Analysis of her 2019-2024 publications reveals a dominant focus on immunopathogenesis of viral respiratory infections, particularly T cell-macrophage dynamics in COVID-19 pneumonia, alongside clinical investigations of COPD phenotypes and procedural safety in critical care settings.

Her recognized achievements include:

• Landsberg Award (McGaw Medical Center, 2008)
• Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society induction (2005)

Professional leadership encompasses active membership in the American Board of Internal Medicine (2023-present), American College of Chest Physicians (2008-present), and American Thoracic Society (2006-present). No information regarding graduate student mentorship or research grant funding is provided in available materials.

Current affiliations indicate ongoing clinical and research activities within Northwestern's Pulmonary and Critical Care division without mention of dedicated laboratory facilities or specialized research teams.