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Dr. Frank J. Palella is a Professor of Medicine in the Division of Infectious Diseases at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. He serves as the Director of the Potocsnak HIV and Aging Center and Associate Director of the Potocsnak Longevity Institute, focusing on improving lifespan and 'healthspan' for people living with HIV.
Education:
- MD: University of Illinois, Chicago (1987)
- Residency: Northwestern University, McGaw Medical Center (1990)
- Fellowship: Northwestern University, McGaw Medical Center (1992)
Dr. Palella is board certified in Infectious Disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine. His research centers on the intersection of HIV and aging, particularly cardiovascular complications, neurocognitive outcomes, and health disparities. He investigates how chronic HIV infection accelerates aging processes and contributes to comorbidities such as heart disease and cognitive decline.
His recent publications reveal a strong focus on longitudinal cohort studies, cardiovascular imaging in HIV, mental health among sexual minority men, and the impact of the pandemic on STI screening. These works span disciplines including infectious disease, cardiology, gerontology, and public health, highlighting a multidisciplinary approach to HIV management in aging populations.
Scientific Recognition:
- Potocsnak Family – C.S.C. Professor (Named Professorship)
Dr. Palella has been involved in major NIH-funded research initiatives, including studies on health disparities and delinquent youth. He advises and mentors trainees within his research programs and collaborates with pharmaceutical and research organizations such as Gilead Sciences, ViiV Healthcare, and IQVIA, with all relationships disclosed per institutional integrity policies. His work is central to advancing therapeutic strategies for long-term HIV survivors.
He is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital and leads a research team focused on proteomic signatures in HIV, cardiovascular risk, and aging biomarkers. The Potocsnak HIV and Aging Center under his direction integrates clinical care, research, and education to address the evolving needs of aging individuals with HIV.
