جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Tze-Woei Tanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار بالینی

• Vascular Surgery
• Peripheral Artery Disease
• Diabetes
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tze-Woei Tan is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, where he directs the Limb Salvage Research Program. He holds an MD from the University of Melbourne, completed residency at Brown University, vascular surgery fellowship at Boston University, and an MPH from the University of Arizona. His NIH-supported research focuses on reducing amputations in peripheral artery disease and diabetes through innovative interventions. Research explores health disparities, minimally invasive surgical techniques, and diabetic vascular complications. Recent work investigates telemedicine applications in acute care, frailty assessment in surgical outcomes, and racial disparities in amputation recovery. Articles consistently address integrated care models for complex vascular conditions and diabetic foot ulcer prevention. Honors include the Roger E. Pecoraro Award from the American Diabetes Association (2023) and the Keck Faculty Teaching Award (2024). Leads NIH-funded projects on limb preservation and mentors trainees in clinical research methodologies. Directs the Limb Salvage Research Lab, collaborating with podiatry, endocrinology, and health policy experts to develop multidisciplinary care pathways for high-risk populations.

Nathan Brayمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Public Health
• Health Economics
• Disability and Assistive Technology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr Nathan Bray is a Senior Lecturer in Preventative Health and Lecturer in Healthcare Improvement at Bangor University, affiliated with the School of Health Sciences and the College of Medicine & Health. He leads the Academy for Health Equity, Prevention and Wellbeing (AHEPW) and is actively involved in research, grant leadership, and academic service. PhD in Health Economics, Bangor University (2015) MSc in Public Health and Health Promotion, Bangor University (2013) BSc in Psychology, University of Liverpool (2007) Dr Bray's research centers on public health and disability, with a focus on economic evaluation of assistive technologies and mobility aids. His work aims to improve quality of life measurement for people with mobility impairments, particularly through the development of novel instruments like the MobQoL-7D and WATCh tools. He explores how economic methods can inform equitable healthcare decisions and policy. His recent publications span topics such as cost-effectiveness of early powered mobility for children, patient-centered outcome measures in wheelchair services, and health economics of well-being across the life course. These works reflect a strong trend toward developing and validating tools that capture mobility-specific quality of life and evaluating interventions through economic modeling and systematic reviews. Post-doctoral fellowship by Health and Care Research Wales (2016) Dr Bray has contributed to over £7.5 million in grant capture as lead or co-applicant, with funding from NIHR, Horizon 2020, Health and Care Research Wales, and NHS England. He supervises PhD students and has led major projects like EMPoWER and AdaptQoL. He was Associate Editor for the British Journal of Dermatology (2017–2021) and chaired the International Society of Wheelchair Professionals’ committee (2015–2018). He currently serves on the Health and Care Research Wales Social Care PhD Studentship Committee and is College Lead for Sustainability. He leads the development of key research tools including the MobQoL-7D for measuring mobility-related quality of life and the WATCh/WATCh-Ad instruments for assessing outcomes in pediatric and adult wheelchair users. These tools are used in clinical and research settings to ensure patient-centered care and evaluation.

• Wound care and skin integrity
• Pressure-injury prevention
• Incontinence-associated dermatitis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Michelle Barakat-Johnson is a full-time Professor of Wound Care and Skin Integrity at the University of Sydney’s Sydney Nursing School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, and concurrently serves as Skin Integrity Lead for Sydney Local Health District. Over two decades she has built an internationally recognised program that translates evidence into policy and practice, securing more than AUD 9 million in competitive grants since 2019 and leading multi-centre trials enrolling >2,000 patients. Education & qualifications: PhD research program: “Getting to the bottom of hospital-acquired pressure injuries in one local health district” – University of Sydney (implementation-science thesis spanning four hospitals, >1,000 nurses & 1,500 patients). Research focus: Her work integrates implementation science, health economics and digital innovation to drive measurable reductions in pressure injuries, incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) and chronic wounds. Key strands include: Large-scale translational trials (HAPI & IMBED programs) that achieved 51% drop in pressure-injury incidence and 36% reduction in IAD prevalence across health districts. AI-enabled wound tools: led validation of Tissue Analytics app and creation of the first Australian Nurse-led Wound Care Command Centre, cutting patient wait-times from 13 days to 2 hours and saving >$1.1 M in 14 months. State-wide policy impact: toolkit adopted by NSW Clinical Excellence Commission; chairs NSW Wound Care & Skin Integrity Working Group for the Single Digital Patient Record. Scientific awards & honours: Federal Minister’s Award for Nursing Trailblazer 2025 European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel Early Investigator Award 2024 NSW Premier’s Award – Highest Quality Healthcare 2024 (Wound Care Command Centre) University of Sydney Alumni Graduate Medal for Research Excellence 2020 Rita & John Cornforth Medal for Research Excellence NSW Health Nursing & Midwifery Excellence in Innovation Award 2019 Grants & funding leadership: Chief Investigator on six competitively funded Q1 grants since 2019; Lead CI on four. 2025 FMH Start-up Scheme; 2024 NHMRC Partnership Project “ENABLE” (digital wound model of care); 2023 MRFF “VATICAN”; 2022 MRFF Rapid Applied Research Translation; 2019 TRGS “IMBED”. Teaching & supervision: She currently supervises two HDR students investigating digital wound-care models and virtual care in aged settings, and leads coursework development for a flexible APAC wound-care program targeting undergraduate, postgraduate and professional-development sectors.

• Diabetic Foot Ulcer - Wound Care
• Nitric Oxide as an Antimicrobial
• Offloading Diabetic Foot Ulcers

Jeffrey Jensen, D.P.M., serves as Dean and Professor at Midwestern University's Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine in Glendale, overseeing the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) program and academic operations. Education D.P.M., California College of Podiatric Medicine, USA (1991) B.A., University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh, USA (1985) Research Focus : Dr. Jensen specializes in diabetic foot complications, with concentrated expertise in wound care protocols for diabetic foot ulcers, antimicrobial applications of nitric oxide, and biomechanical offloading techniques. His clinical research directly addresses critical gaps in diabetic foot management through evidence-based therapeutic interventions. Administrative Leadership : As Dean, he directs curriculum development, faculty recruitment, and clinical training standards for podiatric medical education while maintaining active clinical research engagement in diabetic wound healing.

Daniel Parkerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Diabetes
• Biomechanics
• Orthotics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Daniel Parker is a Lecturer at the University of Salford's School of Health & Society, affiliated with the Centre for Human Movement and Rehabilitation. He holds a PhD in Biomechanics (2013) following degrees in Human Anatomy and Cell Biology (Bachelor's) and Biomechanics (Master's). His research focuses on diabetic foot complications, orthotic interventions, and biomechanical tissue analysis. Key projects include NIHR-funded studies on load monitoring systems (LOMIS) for ulcer prevention and orthotic solutions for pediatric flat feet (OSTRICH). Research interests span foot biomechanics, diabetes management, and wearable medical technologies. He contributes to teaching modules in podiatry and biomedical engineering. Notable achievements include a best poster award for supervised student work and peer review roles with the Swiss National Science Foundation and Mitacs. Current grants include internal funding for ultrasound-based tissue assessment in diabetes and a digital orthotics pilot in low-income settings. Publications emphasize diabetic foot prevention, pressure/shear measurement systems, and cost-effectiveness analyses of medical devices. His work bridges clinical practice and engineering, aiming to reduce diabetic complications through innovative interventions.

Yves Perriardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Electric drives
• Linear transducers
• Complex system optimization
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Yves Perriard is an Adjunct Professor at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), where he serves as director of the Laboratory of Integrated Actuators (LAI) within the School of Engineering and Institute of Microengineering. His academic career spans over three decades, with significant contributions to actuator design and related electronic devices. Professor Perriard's research focuses on electric drives, linear transducers, complex system optimization, invasive blood pumps, piezo electric motors, and smart materials (EAP, SMA). His laboratory's research mission centers on transducers, electric drives, motor design, transportation, contactless energy transmission, and medical applications. Recent work has particularly emphasized dielectric elastomer actuators for medical applications including facial paralysis treatment, cardiac assistance, and diabetes management. His extensive publication record demonstrates a clear evolution from fundamental actuator design toward increasingly sophisticated medical applications. The most recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on cardiovascular engineering, soft robotics for medical applications, and smart materials for healthcare solutions, with significant funding including a 12 million CHF grant from the Werner Siemens Foundation to establish a Center for Artificial Muscles. Best paper awards at IEEE Conference on Electrical Machines and Systems (2014, three separate awards) Student awards for best teacher of the STI Faculty (2005, 2006) Elected to Senior Grade of the IEEE Society (2005) Professor Perriard has supervised 87 Master's projects at LAI across three sections (SMT, SEL, SME) between 2001-2014. His laboratory received significant funding including a 12 million CHF grant from the Werner Siemens Foundation in 2017 to establish a Center for Artificial Muscles. He serves as Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications and the IEE Journal of Electrical Engineering, and has held numerous leadership positions including Past-President of the EPFL School Council. The Laboratory of Integrated Actuators (LAI) under Professor Perriard's direction has evolved into a leading research center focusing on advanced actuator technologies with strong medical applications. The lab maintains active collaborations with institutions including Zhejiang University in China and has expanded its focus to include cardiovascular engineering, diabetes management technologies, and facial reanimation systems.

Thanh Dinhمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Podiatry
• Diabetic Foot Ulcers
• Wound Healing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Thanh Dinh is a Podiatrist and Assistant Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School , affiliated with Boston Children’s Hospital’s Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Department. His clinical practice focuses on diabetic foot ulcers, microcirculation abnormalities, and sports-related podiatric surgery, with specialized expertise in reconstructive foot surgery and hallux valgus deformities . Education: Medical degree from Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine, residency at Palmetto General Hospital, fellowship at Hadassah Hebrew University Medical Center Research Trends: 15+ publications (2004–2019) primarily address diabetic foot pathophysiology, microcirculation dynamics, wound healing mechanisms, and regenerative therapies like amniotic tissue applications Clinical Leadership: Director of Residency Education at BIDMC, integrating evidence-based practices in diabetic foot management and sports medicine Collaborative Networks: Works across Boston Children’s Hospital locations including Waltham, Boston, and affiliated institutions

James McGuireمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Diabetic Foot
• Biomechanics of the Foot and Ankle
• Wound Healing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

James McGuire is a Clinical Professor at the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine , where he also serves as Director of the Foot and Ankle Institute’s Leonard Abrams Center for Advanced Wound Healing. He holds licenses in podiatric medicine, physical therapy, and pedorthics, and is board-certified by multiple professional bodies. Education: DPM, Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine (1981) Dr. McGuire’s research focuses on diabetic foot management , biomechanics , and wound healing , with specific interests in biofilm , biomarkers , and biomaterials . His work includes clinical trials, device evaluation, and evidence-based guidelines for offloading and wound care. Recent publications highlight advancements in diabetic foot ulcer treatment , autologous therapies , biomechanical modeling , and biofilm disruption , reflecting his commitment to translating research into practical clinical solutions. Scientific Awards: Fellow of the American College of Podiatric Medicine Fellow of the American Professional Wound Care Association Certified in Wound Care by the Council for Medical Education and Testing Board Certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and American Board of Podiatric Medicine Advisor to the Council for Medical Education and Testing board Dr. McGuire has collaborated on numerous grants and research projects related to diabetic foot care, offloading devices, and wound healing. He lives with his wife in Berwyn, PA.

• Diabetic Foot Disease
• Wound Care
• Amputation Prevention
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Peter Lazzarini is a prominent Professor at Queensland University of Technology's Faculty of Health, School of Clinical Sciences, specializing in diabetic foot disease research. He has established himself as a leading expert in diabetic foot ulcer management, prevention of amputations, and development of clinical guidelines both in Australia and internationally. His primary research interests encompass diabetic foot disease, wound care, amputation prevention, clinical guidelines development, biomechanics of diabetic foot, and health services research. Lazzarini's work focuses on translating research findings into practical clinical applications that improve patient outcomes and healthcare systems' effectiveness in managing diabetic foot complications. His research spans epidemiological studies, clinical trials, systematic reviews, and guideline development. Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a strong focus on evidence-based approaches to diabetic foot care, including offloading treatments, adherence to therapeutic footwear, cognitive aspects of diabetes complications, and health services research. His work demonstrates a progression from basic clinical research to influencing healthcare policy and practice guidelines at national and international levels, particularly through his involvement with the International Working Group on the Diabetic Foot (IWGDF). Lazzarini has been instrumental in developing the Australian evidence-based guidelines for diabetes-related foot disease and has contributed significantly to international guidelines through the IWGDF. His research has practical applications in clinical settings and has influenced healthcare practices for diabetic foot management globally. He actively collaborates with researchers across Australia and internationally, working with clinicians, podiatrists, endocrinologists, vascular surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to address the complex challenges of diabetic foot disease. His work often involves multidisciplinary approaches to understanding and managing this serious complication of diabetes.

• Diabetic Foot Care
• Clinical Research
• Rehabilitation Medicine
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jaap van Netten is an Adjunct Professor at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), School of Public Health & Social Work. He holds dual roles as Senior Research Fellow at QUT and Scientific Director of Diabetic Foot Australia. Specializing in clinical research on foot problems, particularly in diabetes, he transitioned from the Netherlands to Australia in 2016 to strengthen research-to-clinical practice links. His research focuses on diabetic foot care, offloading treatments, patient adherence, and global epidemiology of foot ulcers and amputations. Education: PhD in rehabilitation medicine from University Medical Center Groningen. Professional roles include secretary of the International Working Group on the Diabetic Foot (IWGDF) Editorial Board and its Prevention Working Group, contributing to international consensus guidelines. He has supervised over 50 students in the Netherlands and taught courses on evidence-based medicine, clinical communication, and footwear development. Research interests span biomechanics, adherence to offloading therapies, cost-effectiveness of care, and innovative monitoring technologies like the MyFootCare app. His work addresses prevention, treatment, and global trends in diabetic foot disease. Active in interdisciplinary collaborations, he leads projects on risk assessment, motivational interviewing for healthcare practitioners, and telemedicine applications. Advising: Supervised projects in three research lines at ZGT Hospital Group’s diabetic foot team. Grants and funding support his work in clinical trials and population-level analyses. Labs/teams include ZGT’s Diabetic Foot team, QUT’s research groups, and international collaborations through IWGDF.

Erin Kleinمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Podiatric Surgery
• Foot and Ankle Biomechanics
• Diabetic Foot Ulcer Management
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Erin Klein, DPM, serves as a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Applied Biomechanics and Surgery at Rosalind Franklin University's Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine while concurrently completing a Reconstructive Foot & Ankle Surgery Fellowship at the Weil Foot & Institute in Des Plaines, Illinois. Her educational background includes: Bachelor's degree from Miami University, Oxford, Ohio Master's degree in Exercise Physiology and Health Sciences (2004) with thesis on biomechanical physiology of competitive cyclists Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine PM&S 36 Residency at Northport DVA Medical Center Ongoing Reconstructive Foot & Ankle Surgery Fellowship Dr. Klein's research focuses on diabetic foot biomechanics and limb preservation, originating from her Swanson Research Scholar project developing the CLEAR cleat for offloading forefoot ulcerations during exercise. Her clinical work emphasizes interdisciplinary limb salvage approaches through collaboration with orthopedic, vascular, and plastic surgery teams. Her scientific recognition includes: Swanson Research Scholar award during podiatric medical training During residency at Northport DVA Medical Center, she pioneered limb salvage rounds, redesigned the academic curriculum, and established surgical rotation partnerships across multiple specialties to optimize diabetic foot care.

Ashley Mullenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Orthotics and Prosthetics
• Clinical Education Research
• Biomechanics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ashley Mullen, PhD, MSAT, CPO is an Associate Professor and Program Director in the Orthotics and Prosthetics Program within Baylor College of Medicine's School of Health Professions. Her academic roles include teaching, research, and administrative leadership in prosthetics and orthotics education. Education: Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Rice University, Houston, TX (2005) Master of Science (MS) from University of North Carolina at Greensboro (2009) Athletic Training Graduate Certificate, University of Hartford (2011) Orthotics Graduate Certificate, Northwestern University (2013) PhD in Prosthetics from University of Houston (2020) Research Interests: Focuses on advancing clinical education and training in orthotics/prosthetics, biomechanical analysis of prosthetic interventions, and addressing healthcare disparities in prosthetic access. Her work emphasizes evidence-based practices in residency training, competency assessment, and ethical considerations in prosthetic technology development. Grants & Awards: Recipient of the Norton Rose Fulbright Award (2021, 2022), J David Holcomb Achievement Award (2023), and multiple Excellence in Teaching Awards (2015-2017). Active grants include studies on FO/UCBL footwear biomechanics and prosthetic technology ethics funded by Pedorthic Foundation, BCM Center for Professionalism, and Genentech Foundation. Grants & Collaborations: Leads projects such as Project REACH (Genentech Foundation, 2022-2025) and collaborates on studies evaluating stance-control KAFOs and prosthetic access disparities in Ecuador.

• Podiatric Medicine
• Circulatory Medicine
• Vascular Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jane Lewis is a Reader in Podiatric and Circulatory Medicine at the Cardiff School of Sport & Health Sciences, Cardiff Metropolitan University. Her research focuses on improving vascular health outcomes, particularly in diabetic foot care, peripheral arterial disease screening, and atrial fibrillation detection. She has contributed to impactful studies such as the feasibility of combined diabetic foot and retinopathy screening, and the implementation of peripheral arterial disease screening in Mauritius, which saved lives and limbs. Her work bridges clinical practice and public health, emphasizing preventive strategies and interdisciplinary collaboration. Research Interests: Dr. Lewis specializes in podiatric medicine, circulatory health, and vascular diagnostics. Her studies address gaps in early detection of vascular conditions, particularly in underserved populations. She advocates for integrated healthcare approaches, such as combining screenings for multiple conditions to enhance patient outcomes. Her work also explores the role of technology in non-invasive diagnostics and policy-driven interventions to reduce health disparities. Key Contributions: Dr. Lewis has published widely on topics like ankle-brachial index measurement, pressure-relieving interventions for diabetic ulcers, and the impact of podiatrists in atrial fibrillation detection. Her research has informed clinical guidelines and policies, including the development of screening programs in primary care settings. She collaborates with international teams to improve health equity and reduce preventable complications from chronic diseases. Advising & Grants: While no students or grants are explicitly listed, her research has been supported by projects such as the Peripheral Arterial Disease screening initiative in Mauritius, demonstrating her role in securing and leading impactful research projects.

Emma Hamiltonمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Diabetes
• Endocrinology
• Diabetes-related foot disease
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Emma Hamilton is a Clinical Senior Lecturer at the University of Western Australia (UWA) Medical School within the Department of Internal Medicine. She holds dual roles as an Endocrinologist at Fiona Stanley and Fremantle Hospitals and serves as the Endocrinology Lead for the Multidisciplinary Diabetes Foot Ulcer Unit at Fiona Stanley Hospital, an NADC Centre of Excellence. Her research focuses on diabetes-related foot disease, osteoporosis, and testosterone-related metabolic issues, with a particular emphasis on improving outcomes for patients through clinical innovation and guideline development. She earned her MBBS, FRACP (Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians), and PhD. Her expertise aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those addressing health equity and sustainable healthcare systems. Key awards include the Raine Clinician Research Fellowship. Her research interests span diabetes complications, wound healing, cardiovascular risk in diabetic foot ulcer patients, and the development of novel offloading devices. Recent work includes investigating lipid management in foot ulcer patients, limitations of AI in diabetic retinopathy screening, and classification frameworks for foot ulcers. Dr. Hamilton actively supervises Higher Degree by Research students and contributes to national healthcare policy through initiatives like the Australian Diabetes-related Foot Disease Guidelines. She leads collaborative projects on wound classification, core outcome sets for interventions, and the cardio-renal-metabolic-foot connection in diabetes.

Gustav Jarlمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Diabetic Foot Complications
• Medical Devices and Assistive Technology
• Lower Limb Amputations
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Gustav Jarl is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Örebro University in Sweden, affiliated with the School of Health Sciences. He is a member of the Research Enabling an Active Life (REAL) research environment and the Treatment in Upper and lower limb Malformation or Amputation (TUMA) research group. His primary research focuses on diabetic foot complications, including developing assistive devices to prevent ulcers, studying regional variations in lower limb amputations, and investigating patient adherence to therapeutic footwear. He actively collaborates internationally, particularly with the International Working Group on the Diabetic Foot (IWGDF) on guideline development and systematic reviews. Dr. Jarl has participated in projects such as analyzing socioeconomic risk factors for amputations and validating clinical instruments for disability assessment. He serves on regional healthcare committees like Kompetensgrupp Sår (Wound Competence Group) and reviews for international journals. His recent work includes studies on post-stroke fatigue comorbidities and adherence to prescribed footwear among diabetic patients. His research outputs span over 60 peer-reviewed articles, with topics ranging from diabetic foot ulcers to stroke recovery. Key collaborations include the IWGDF’s 2023 updated guidelines on foot ulcer offloading and studies on innovative therapeutic footwear designs. His contributions bridge clinical practice and assistive technology, emphasizing patient-centered care and evidence-based interventions.