Knut Tore Lappegård

Knut Tore Lappegård is a Professor at the Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, UiT The Arctic University of Norway. His research focuses on cardiovascular disease, inflammation, gut microbiota, lipid metabolism, and telemonitoring technologies.

Recent publications highlight his work in:

• Resuscitation techniques using hands-free carotid Doppler ultrasound
• Microbiome alterations in heart failure
• Lipid-lowering therapies (e.g., PCSK9 inhibitors, apheresis)
• Telemonitoring for cardiac pacemakers
• Education-level disparities in cardiometabolic disease

His articles span 2015–2024, with recurring collaborations on topics like inflammation, gut-heart axis, and remote monitoring. No formal awards or part-time status are explicitly mentioned.