Research Summary

The central goal of my research is to improve surgical outcomes through translational research. To accomplish this goal I am currently developing three key areas of research: 1) surgical intervention, 2) imaging, and 3) drug treatment. Specific projects include the development of nerve guide conduits, new imaging techniques to treat pancreatic cancer, and a new image guided non invasive treatment for high blood pressure

Education

• B.S., Exercise and Sport Science, University of Oregon
• Ph.D., Bioengineering, University of Utah. Project: The morphology, vascularity, and mechanical properties of calcified fibrocartilage: implications for elderly hip fractures
• Postdoctoral Fellow, Radiobiology, University of Utah
• Postdoctoral Fellow, NRSA, University of Utah