David C Mari

David C Mari, D.O., is a physician scientist at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics. Currently serving at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center in San Antonio, TX, his work focuses on antibiotic allergy management, health disparities, and biologic safety standards.

• B.S. in Biological Sciences (Magna Cum Laude) - Florida State University
• Doctor of Osteopathy - Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine
• Pediatrics Residency - Naval Medical Center Portsmouth
• Allergy/Immunology Fellowship - San Antonio Military Medical Center (2023-present)

His research examines beta-lactam antibiotic allergy protocols in primary care settings, with emphasis on health disparities and safe vaccine administration. Current projects include multisite amoxicillin challenge pathways and biologic safety implementation studies.

Key publication themes:

• Antibiotic allergy diagnostics
• Health equity in pediatric care
• Clinical pathway development
• Medical education resources

Scientific recognition includes:

• AMSUS Physician of the Year (2023)
• AAP Uniformed Services Outstanding Young Pediatrician (2022)
• Alpha Omega Alpha Inductee (2020)

Active roles include Tidewater Institutional Review Board (2021-2023) and ongoing clinical research projects in allergy protocols and antimicrobial stewardship.