Hassib Chehade

Hassib Chehade is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Biology and Medicine (FBM) of the University of Lausanne (UNIL) and a Clinical Professor at the Faculty of Science and Medicine of the University of Fribourg. He serves as Head Physician of the Pediatric Nephrology Unit at the Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV) and is President of the Pediatric Renal Transplant Group at CHUV and HUG. His academic and clinical work is centered on pediatric nephrology, with a strong emphasis on renal function assessment and transplantation.

Education:

• Medical Degree and Doctor of Medicine (MD), Lebanese University, Beirut (2005)
• FMH Specialist in Pediatrics (2006)
• Interuniversity Diploma in Pediatric Nephrology, University of Montpellier (2008)
• FMH Specialist in Pediatric Nephrology (2008)
• MicroMBA, CHUV (2018)

His research interests include pediatric glomerular filtration rate (GFR) estimation, complement inhibition therapies for glomerular diseases, reduction of invasive uro-radiological procedures in children, and development of kidney transplantation from donors after circulatory death. His work integrates clinical innovation with translational research to improve outcomes in children with kidney diseases.

The recent publications reflect a consistent focus on refining GFR estimation methods using biomarkers like creatinine, cystatin C, and NGAL, validating these against gold-standard inulin clearance. Additional studies explore therapeutic strategies in nephrotic syndrome, renal transplantation, and tubular function, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to pediatric kidney disease. The articles span clinical trials, biomarker validation, and physiological assessments.

Scientific Awards:

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Advising and Grants: Dr. Chehade has led multiple externally funded research projects, including principal investigator roles supported by the Swiss Kidney Foundation, Wyeth Foundation, and Lausanne Transplantation Foundation. He has also co-investigated studies funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation and NCCR. He mentors students and residents through teaching roles at UNIL and has served on academic committees, including the Skills Commission and student progress monitoring at the University of Fribourg.

Labs and Teams: He leads the Pediatric Nephrology Laboratory at CHUV, where ongoing projects focus on chronic kidney disease, GFR modeling, and novel biomarkers. He collaborates within the Women-Mother-Child Department and the Pediatric Renal Transplant Group, fostering interdisciplinary research and clinical care.