Richard E. Chinnock

Richard E. Chinnock, MD is a Professor at both the Loma Linda University School of Medicine and School of Public Health. His career spans clinical practice, research, and leadership in pediatric cardiology and transplantation medicine.

• Education:
  • BS (1977) from Pacific Union College
  • MD (1982) from Loma Linda University
  • MS in Health Care Management (2013) from Harvard School of Public Health

Dr. Chinnock's research focuses on pediatric heart transplantation, including:

• Post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorders (PTLD)
• Epstein-Barr virus monitoring
• Cardiac allograft vasculopathy
• Transplant immunology and genetic factors
• Telehealth applications in pediatric care

His recent publications analyze:

• PTLD management guidelines
• HIV disparities in Black communities post-COVID
• Heart xenotransplantation readiness
• Fluid resuscitation in septic shock
• Long-term transplant survival

Scientific affiliations include:

• American Academy of Pediatrics
• International Pediatric Transplant Association
• Society for Pediatric Research
• Ambulatory Pediatric Association
• American Heart Association

He has led committees at Loma Linda University, including:

• Medical Director, Pediatric Heart Transplant Program (1992–2015)
• Chairman, Pediatric Heart Transplant Patient Care Committee (2003–2021)
• Member, Board of Trustees (2015–2022)

International service includes:

• US Agency for International Development consultant
• Faculty/student exchange program with Zhe Zheng University Children’s Hospital