Jillian Caldwell

Jillian Caldwell is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Nephrology at Stanford University School of Medicine. Her work bridges clinical practice, research, and health policy, focusing on kidney disease, disparities in transplantation outcomes, and medication access for dialysis patients.

• Master of Science (HRP-MS), Stanford University (2024)
• Fellowship in Nephrology, Stanford University (2023)
• Residency in Internal Medicine, University of Illinois, Chicago (2021)
• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (2018)
• BSc in Neuroscience, McGill University (2012)

Her research explores:

• Optimizing calcimimetic prescriptions under Medicare policy changes (TDAPA)
• Transplantation wait-time modeling to expand organ access
• Biomarkers for early detection of antibiotic-induced kidney injury in children
• Sex-based disparities in critical care outcomes for COVID-19 patients
• HLA mismatch impacts on graft survival across racial groups

Her recent articles highlight trends in nephrology policy analysis, transplantation logistics, and pediatric renal biomarker development. Key awards include NIH research service grants, Clinical Scientist Fellowships, and early-career recognition for academic excellence.

• Ruth L. Kirchstein National Research Service Award (2024-2026)
• Loan Repayment Award (2023-2025)
• Clinical Scientist in Nephrology Fellowship (2022-2024)
• Kidney STARS Travel Award (2019)

She serves as an Editorial Intern for the American Journal of Kidney Diseases and is Board-Certified in Nephrology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Her work emphasizes improving healthcare equity through clinical research and policy evaluation.