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Kulwinder S Dua is a Professor in the Department of Medicine and Pediatrics (Gastroenterology) and the School of Graduate Studies at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He chairs the World Endoscopy Organization Outreach Committee and holds leadership roles in multiple international medical societies. His research focuses on advanced interventional endoscopy, regenerative medicine (including pioneering human esophageal regeneration), and aero-digestive tract physiology. He has over 200 peer-reviewed publications and holds several FDA-cleared device patents. Dr. Dua is actively involved in global healthcare outreach, training clinicians in endoscopy across Africa and South America. He has received prestigious awards including the ASGE Master of Endoscopy and USA Healthcare Hero recognition.
Education:
- MD: Nagpur University (1972–1977)
- Internal Medicine Fellowship: Royal College of Physicians, London (1981–1983)
- Gastroenterology Fellowship: Royal College of Physicians, London (1984–1987)
- ASGE Master of Endoscopy Certification (2021)
Research Interests: Dr. Dua’s work spans advanced endoscopic techniques (ERCP, EUS), regenerative medicine applications in gastroenterology, and improving access to endoscopy in resource-limited settings. He has pioneered innovations in endoscopy training using digital platforms and virtual reality.
Awards:
- ASGE Master of Endoscopy Award
- B.J. Vakil Memorial Gold Medal
- 2017 USA Healthcare Hero Award
- Inductee: MASGE (Master of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy)
Advising & Grants: Leads NIH-funded research on airway defense mechanisms. Oversees global training programs through the WEO Outreach Committee. Collaborates internationally on pediatric ERCP initiatives and cancer treatment protocols.
Labs/Teams: Directs regenerative medicine research and global endoscopy training networks, including partnerships in Africa and South America.
