Dr. Sarah Shea is a Clinical Professor specializing in Maternal-Fetal Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). She practices at two locations: MUSC Women's Health at North Area Medical Pavilion and the MUSC Health Prenatal Wellness Center at Cannon. Her clinical expertise focuses on high-risk obstetric care, particularly multiple gestation, fetal growth restriction, and preeclampsia. She prioritizes patient education to empower informed decision-making for families. Education: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Amherst College (MA) Medical Degree, Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine (PA) Residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology at MUSC Fellowship in Maternal-Fetal Medicine at MUSC Certifications include Obstetrics & Gynecology. She accepts multiple insurance plans, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medicare/Medicaid, and others. No awards or publications are explicitly listed in the provided text.
Mallory Hudson Alkis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) College of Medicine, specializing in Maternal-Fetal Medicine with clinical expertise in high-risk pregnancy management and fetal diagnostics. Education: Medical Degree: Medical University of South Carolina, 2012 Residency: University of Virginia Medical Center, 2016 Fellowship: Wake Forest University School of Medicine, 2019 Research and Clinical Focus: Dr. Alkis directs her work toward critical areas including preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, multiple gestations (twins/triplets), and fetal anomalies such as hydrocephalus and fetal alcohol syndrome. Her clinical practice integrates advanced obstetric ultrasound for diagnosing complications like premature birth, hypertension disorders, and obesity-related pregnancy risks, emphasizing intervention strategies for improved maternal-fetal outcomes. Scientific Awards: None documented in available sources. Academic Contributions: As an Associate Professor, she trains medical students, residents, and fellows in Maternal-Fetal Medicine protocols. While specific research grants and advisee details are未listed, her role encompasses clinical teaching and supervision within MUSC's obstetrics residency program.
Dr. Andrew G. Chapple is an Assistant Professor in the Biostatistics & Data Science department at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Public Health. He holds a joint appointment in Orthopedics and has been on faculty since 2017, with tenure-track status since 2018. Dr. Chapple is an expert in adaptive clinical trial designs, particularly Bayesian methods, and received the 'Best Paper' award from Biometrics in 2019 for his innovative hybrid Phase I-II/III clinical trial design. Dr. Chapple earned his PhD and MS in Statistics from Rice University in 2018, following an M.Ap.St. in Experimental Statistics and BS in Mathematics from Louisiana State University. He trained under Dr. Peter Thall at MD Anderson Cancer Center, a pioneer in Bayesian adaptive trials. His research focuses on adaptive clinical trial methodology, Bayesian statistics, and computational approaches to medical research. Dr. Chapple has designed hundreds of studies across multiple medical departments including Orthopedics, OBGYN, Hematology Oncology, and Cancer research. His work spans clinical trials, adaptive decision making, survival analysis, and categorical data analysis. He has developed user-friendly R packages to implement his methodologies, making them accessible to clinical researchers. Analysis of Dr. Chapple's recent publications (2023-2024) reveals a strong focus on health disparities research, clinical trial methodology, and application of statistical methods across diverse medical specialties including oncology, obstetrics, oral surgery, and neonatology. His work demonstrates consistent application of sophisticated statistical approaches to address real-world clinical challenges. Best Paper award from Biometrics for 'A hybrid Phase I-II/III clinical trial design allowing for dose re-optimization in Phase III' (2019) Dr. Chapple teaches multiple advanced biostatistics courses including Statistical Computing, Categorical Data Analysis, Applied Bayesian Methods, and Statistical Learning. His collaborations span numerous clinical departments at LSUHSC, and he has worked with Harvard and Dana Farber Cancer Center on pediatric brain tumor trials. His expertise in processing large-scale electronic health records data supports research in treatment disparities and longitudinal patient outcomes. Dr. Chapple serves as a Statistical Reviewer for JAMA Network Open and continues to be highly active in methodological research with numerous publications each year, demonstrating strong productivity and impact in the biostatistics field.
Professor Vicky Ridgway is a Professor of Nursing and Associate Dean for Partnership, Enterprise and Portfolio Development at the University of Chester's Faculty of Health, Medicine and Society. She leads strategic initiatives supporting faculty development and new program creation. With over 30 years as a registered nurse, her career spans gerontology, nurse education, and creative health innovations. Her research focuses on aging, nursing pedagogy, and practice learning, with notable work on visual methodologies to assess student attitudes toward older adults and creative health placements for nursing students. She has held roles including Director of Pre-Registration Nursing and Senior University Teaching Fellow, and has developed programs such as the Creative Health Placement. Ridgway holds a PhD exploring visual perceptions of aging and a MA in Gerontology. She collaborates with NHS England on healthcare workforce initiatives and serves on the Nursing Older People journal's peer review board. Education: PhD (University of Chester, 2015), MA Gerontology (University of Salford, 2001), PGDE (University of Liverpool, 2005), BSc Nursing (Northumbria University, 1993). Certifications include Senior Fellow status from Advance HE (2014). Research Interests: Creative health integration in nursing education, gerontology, nurse education curriculum development, visual research methods, and interprofessional practice learning. Recent work evaluates creative health placements' impact on student knowledge and wellbeing, demonstrating their value for nursing practice. Grants/Funding: Includes HEE projects on reducing nursing student attrition (2022), foundation year programs (2020-2021), and outreach programs (2019-2020). Current consulting includes advising the Royal College of Nursing on arts integration in nursing practice. Labs/Teams: Leads the National Centre for Creative Health at University of Chester, collaborating on workforce development initiatives. Supervises postgraduate research on topics like transgender healthcare legal frameworks and occupational therapy equity.
Harriet Boulding is a Senior Research Fellow at the Policy Institute at King's College London, specializing in global health policy, maternal healthcare, and pandemic response strategies. Her work bridges academic research with practical policy implementation, particularly in high-burden settings like sub-Saharan Africa. She holds a PhD from SOAS, University of London (2015), focusing on maternal healthcare integration in Mali and Ghana. Her research interests include healthcare delivery adaptations during crises, decision-making in vaccination programs, and co-production models for improving maternal service quality. Notable contributions include studies on pre-eclampsia management through policy labs and analyses of maternity care during the COVID-19 pandemic. She collaborates with global institutions like Tommy's National Centre for Preterm Birth and the NIHR, leading projects on health equity and palliative care expansion. Recent work emphasizes translating evidence into actionable policies, particularly through participatory approaches with stakeholders. Her projects span maternal health, dementia care, and global health systems strengthening, reflecting a commitment to addressing systemic inequities and improving healthcare outcomes worldwide.
David Nelson is an Associate Professor and Chief of Obstetrics at UT Southwestern Medical Center's Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, practicing at Parkland Health and Hospital System. Board-certified in maternal-fetal medicine, his clinical expertise covers high-risk pregnancy management and obstetric complications. Research focuses on maternal conditions including preeclampsia, acute fatty liver of pregnancy, and postpartum depression epidemiology. His investigations employ large cohort studies to establish evidence-based practices for perinatal complication management. As Medical Director for Parkland's Prenatal Clinic System, he oversees clinical operations and quality improvement initiatives. Scholarly contributions include co-authorship in Williams Obstetrics and research on neurofibromatosis in pregnancy.
Patricia Santiago-Muñoz is a Clinical Professor and Program Director of the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Fellowship at UT Southwestern Medical Center’s Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine. She oversees high-risk obstetrical care and prenatal diagnostics at the William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, specializing in managing pregnancies complicated by chronic illnesses (e.g., diabetes, lupus) and collaborating with obstetricians and subspecialists. Education: Medical Degree: University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine Residency: Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Puerto Rico (Chief Resident) Fellowship: Maternal-Fetal Medicine, UT Southwestern Medical Center Research Interests: Focuses on optimizing care for high-risk pregnancies, integrating prenatal genetics, and addressing medical comorbidities during pregnancy. Her work emphasizes multidisciplinary approaches to maternal and fetal health. Awards: American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Faculty Award (resident-nominated) Fellowships in ACOG and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine Advising & Clinical Leadership: Directs the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Fellowship program and co-manages complex obstetrical cases. Collaborates with adult and pediatric specialists to tailor treatment plans for high-risk patients. Labs/Teams: Active in the High-Risk Pregnancy and Prenatal Genetics Program at UT Southwestern.
Dr. Caitlin Fox-Harding is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Medical and Health Sciences at Edith Cowan University (ECU), specializing in Exercise, Health, and Sports Psychology. She collaborates with the Exercise Medicine Research Institute (EMRI) and coordinates programs in ECU's Exercise and Sport Science discipline, including the Singapore (PSB) program and the double degree in Exercise Science/Sport Business. Her roles include unit and course coordination, emphasizing student-centered learning. Dr. Fox-Harding holds a PhD from the University of Sydney (2019) and advanced qualifications in education from ECU (2021–2024). She has extensive experience in elite sport, including leadership roles in the Australian Fencing Federation and current presidency of FencingWA. Her research focuses on applying exercise science to improve mental health in at-risk populations, maternal health, breast cancer care, and elite athlete well-being. Her professional affiliations include Advance HE (Senior Fellow), Exercise and Sport Science Australia, and the Clinical Oncology Society of Australia. Key projects include the HEALing Mental Health program and studies on exercise interventions for mental health and cancer patients. Supervision spans 5+ research students across PhD and Master's programs, covering maternal health, neuromuscular training, and exercise medicine applications.
Felice Gianluca Sperone is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Science & Geology at Wayne State University, part of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. His roles include teaching courses such as GIS applications, geological site assessment, and spatial statistics. He specializes in geospatial data analysis, visualization, and environmental monitoring. Education: PhD in Civil Engineering, Wayne State University MA in Environmental & Urban Geography, University of Illinois at Chicago MS/BS in Geology, University of Calabria, Italy Research focuses on geospatial modeling, data management, and mapping. He has contributed to studies on environmental pollutants, climate impacts, and urban remediation projects. Notable awards include the Wayne State General Education Teaching Award (2023-2024) and recognition in Esri's Storytelling with Maps Contest (2017). Active grants include roles in the NIEHS-funded CLEAR Center for environmental research and a study on mental health and seasonal pollen effects. He coordinates geospatial visualization efforts and data management cores in collaborative projects.
Dr. Ahmad Al-Abdouh is an Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine at the University of Kentucky , affiliated with the Internal Medicine - Hospital Medicine division . His research focuses on cardiovascular disease epidemiology, interventional cardiology outcomes, and clinical decision-making in critical care settings. He has contributed to studies analyzing global cardiovascular burdens, transcatheter valve procedures, and maternal-fetal outcomes in autoimmune conditions. Key research interests include: Cardiovascular disease trends in Latin America/Caribbean and Sub-Saharan Africa Meta-analyses of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) outcomes Beta-blocker efficacy in myocardial infarction patients Comparative effectiveness of drug-coated balloons in coronary interventions Stroke prevention during cardiac procedures Recent publications highlight his work on arrhythmia mortality trends, cardiogenic shock management, and cerebral embolic protection in valve replacements. His studies often use large-scale databases to assess clinical practices and outcomes. Dr. Al-Abdouh collaborates on projects analyzing procedural safety (e.g., TAVR vs surgical approaches), anticoagulant therapies in mechanical circulatory support, and maternal outcomes in connective tissue diseases. His work bridges epidemiological insights with clinical practice improvements.
Kassia Beetham is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Behavioural and Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences. Her work spans maternal health, pediatric disability studies, and chronic disease interventions through structured exercise and lifestyle programs. Key Research Areas: Exercise during pregnancy, risk management in children's play, chronic kidney disease therapies. Recent Collaborations: Australian longitudinal studies on women’s health, school playground accessibility projects. Her 2024 meta-analysis on blood pressure in pregnancies highlights the role of aerobic and resistance exercise, while earlier work in 2022 explored physical activity's longitudinal effects on maternal-infant outcomes. She also contributes to understanding caregiver risk tolerance in disabled children’s play environments. Key themes in her publications include: Exercise physiology for high-risk populations Public health strategies for chronic disease Behavioral interventions in pediatric and maternal contexts While no specific awards or student advisement details are listed, her 2015 Sydney Playground Project cluster trial demonstrates a history of impactful public health interventions.
Meghana Gadgil, MD, MPH is an Associate Professor in the School of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). Her expertise lies in metabolic and nutritional research focused on preventing cardiometabolic diseases in high-risk populations, particularly South Asian communities and women with postpartum health concerns. She holds roles as Principal Investigator on grants such as NIDDK R03DK132307 (2022-2024) and NIH K23DK119404 (2019-2022). Education: MD from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, MPH from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Completed internal medicine residency and general internal medicine fellowship at UCSF. Research focuses on three pillars: 1) Metabolomic processes linking diet to diabetes, 2) postpartum care optimization for GDM patients, and 3) community-level dietary interventions. Current projects include metabolomic profiling for T2D prediction and improving prediabetes resource accessibility through Mount Zion Health Fund support. Publications emphasize dietary patterns, metabolomics, and population-specific health disparities. Key themes include DASH diet efficacy, plant-based diets' cardiometabolic effects, and microRNA's role in weight regulation. Grants and funding highlight her leadership in NIH-funded diabetes prevention research. Collaborations with co-authors like Dr. Alka Kanaya and Dr. Elena Flowers advance multi-ethnic cohort studies like MASALA and MESA. Labs/Teams: Active in UCSF's metabolic research networks, contributing to clinical translation of dietary interventions and digital health tools for personalized care.
Anushree Agarwal, MD, MBBS, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine. Her clinical expertise focuses on adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) and cardio-obstetrics, with additional interests in echocardiography and cardiopulmonary exercise testing. She holds a MAS in Clinical Research (Implementation Science) and a Certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from UCSF. Dr. Agarwal’s research aims to reduce ACHD care gaps through implementation science, emphasizing patient empowerment, health policy advocacy, and digital health solutions. Notable awards include the 2015 American Heart Association Women in Cardiology Trainee Award and the 2016 ACC FIT Travel Award. Her education includes an MBBS from Indira Gandhi Government Medical College (2005), MD from Southern Illinois University (2010), and fellowships at Aurora Health Care (2014) and UCSF (2016). She leads NIH-funded grants improving ACHD care transitions and is a co-PI in PCORnet studies enhancing pediatric-to-adult care continuity. Key contributions include studies on CHD pregnancy outcomes, health disparities, and digital tool development. She is affiliated with UCSF’s Adult Congenital Heart Disease Program and has authored over 50 peer-reviewed publications.
Dr. Benjamin Beran is an Associate Professor and Chief of Complex Gynecology at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical College of Wisconsin. He completed his MD in 2011, residency (2011-2015), and a fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery at Cleveland Clinic Florida (2015-2017). His expertise includes minimally invasive techniques like hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, and robotic surgery for conditions such as endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and adenomyosis. He co-leads the Fibroid Clinic: Alternatives to Hysterectomy, collaborating with interventional radiology. His research spans surgical innovation, uterine transplantation, and procedural optimization. Dr. Beran actively teaches residents and medical students through surgical simulation and has received multiple research awards. He practices at Froedtert Specialty Clinics and Hospital, specializing in adolescent, adult, and senior gynecological care. Education: MCW MD (2011), MCW Residency (2011-2015), Cleveland Clinic Fellowship (2015-2017) Certifications: Obstetrics & Gynecology, Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery Languages: English Research Focus: Minimally invasive surgical techniques, endometriosis treatment innovation, uterine fibroid management, and surgical education. His work emphasizes patient-centered outcomes, including reduced hospital stays and improved recovery times. Grants & Awards: Multiple research awards (specific names unspecified), presentations at international conferences, and peer-reviewed publications. His work has addressed healthcare disparities in sterilization practices and pain management strategies. Clinical Contributions: Leads the Fibroid Clinic’s multidisciplinary approach, integrates office-based ultrasound, and develops low-cost surgical training models. His patient care emphasizes collaborative decision-making and compassionate communication.
Rosinda De La Pena, MD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW), specializing in Maternal-Fetal Medicine. She joined MCW in August 2024, following a fellowship in Maternal-Fetal Medicine completed at MCW. Her expertise includes managing high-risk obstetric conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, autoimmune diseases, and fetal congenital disorders. Dr. De La Pena is also trained in prenatal diagnosis, fetal ultrasound, and critical care for maternal complications like placenta accreta and cervical insufficiency. Education: MD from St. George’s University (2017), Residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology at Ascension Providence/Michigan State University (2021), Fellowship in Maternal-Fetal Medicine at MCW (2024). Clinical Focus: Pre-eclampsia, preterm labor, and bariatric surgery’s impact on pregnancy outcomes. She actively integrates evidence-based practices into patient care and mentors residents and medical students. Her research, including a 2020 publication on radiotherapy outcomes in endometrial cancer, reflects her interest in oncology and maternal health intersections. Dr. De La Pena sees patients at the Maternal Fetal Care Center – Froedtert Specialty Clinics, with appointments available via phone or MyChart.
