David Aguilar

David Aguilar, M.D., M.S.C.I., is a Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at UT Southwestern Medical Center and Section Chief of General and Noninvasive Cardiology within the Division of Cardiology. Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in cardiovascular diseases, he joined UT Southwestern in 2024 after serving as Professor of Medicine at LSU Health Science Center in New Orleans.

His educational background includes:

• Bachelor of Science in Zoology (summa cum laude), Texas A&M University
• Doctor of Medicine (with honors), Baylor College of Medicine
• Internal Medicine Residency, Brigham and Women’s Hospital
• Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship, Brigham and Women’s Hospital
• Master of Science in Clinical Investigation, Baylor

Dr. Aguilar's research focuses on heart failure epidemiology, cardiovascular complications in diabetes, and environmental health impacts on cardiometabolic outcomes. He investigates toxic metal exposures in Hispanic populations and develops clinical guidelines for cardiovascular risk management. His work bridges clinical cardiology with population health research, emphasizing health disparities and preventive strategies.

His extensive publication record (over 100 articles) shows strong emphasis on heart failure management guidelines, diabetes-cardiology interface, and environmental epidemiology. Recent work includes major AHA/ACC guideline documents and studies on metal exposures in Mexican American communities, reflecting his leadership in evidence-based cardiology and health disparities research.

Professional honors include:

• Fellow of the American College of Cardiology
• Fellow of the American Heart Association

Dr. Aguilar serves on editorial boards for American Heart Journal, Cardiovascular Drugs and Therapy, Circulation, and Diabetes Care, demonstrating significant scholarly influence. His national presentations and guideline committee roles indicate active mentorship and leadership in cardiovascular medicine, though specific grant details aren't provided in source materials.

As Section Chief of General and Noninvasive Cardiology, he leads clinical and research teams focused on advancing heart failure care and cardiovascular risk management through evidence-based practice.