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Academic Appointments Assistant Professor - Med Center Line, Medicine - Nephrology
Member, Bio-X
Clinical Focus- Nephrology
- Kidney and Pancreas Transplantation
- Desensitization and ABO incompatible kidney transplantation
Research InterestMy research interests are in immune monitoring in kidney transplant patients and in the management of sensitized patients. I am interested in translational studies to determine the immunological mechanisms underlying kidney transplant rejection and alloantibody production and to identify novel biomarkers to monitor the immune system in kidney transplant patients. I am also interested in designing novel protocols for desensitization and ABO incompatible kidney transplantation.
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Academic Appointments Instructor, Medicine - Hematology
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Academic Appointments Associate Professor - Med Center Line, Medicine - Cardiovascular Medicine
Member, Bio-X
Clinical Focus- Cardiology (Heart)
- Cardiovascular Disease
Research InterestDr. Yang's research focuses on comprehensive evaluation of myocardial injury and restoration using novel molecular and cellular MRI techniques. By combining the chemical sensitivity of nuclear magnetic resonance with high spatial and temporal resolution, integrated imaging of a wide range of regenerative processes in the cardiovascular system is possible. This innovative approach enables in vivo imaging of stem cell biology and their effects on the myocardium. The novel MRI techniques are emplo..
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Academic Appointments Instructor, Medicine - General Medical Disciplines
Clinical Focus- Internal Medicine
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Academic Appointments Sr Research Scholar, Medicine - Family & Community Medicine
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Academic Appointments Professor - Med Center Line, Medicine - Cardiovascular Medicine
Clinical Focus- Cardiology (Heart)
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease
Research InterestCoronary artery disease is the leading cause of death in men and women in the United States. Our group is interested in studying both the early and late phases of atherosclerosis so that we can better develop prevention and treatment strategies.
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Academic Appointments Clinical Instructor, Medicine - Vaden Health Center
Clinical Focus- Family Medicine
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Academic Appointments Instructor, Medicine - Immunology & Rheumatology
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Academic Appointments Professor - Med Center Line, Bioengineering
Professor - Med Center Line, Medicine - Cardiovascular Medicine
Member, Bio-X
Professor - Med Center Line (By courtesy), Graduate School of Business
Professor - Med Center Line (By courtesy), Mechanical Engineering
Clinical Focus- Cardiology (Heart)
- Cardiovascular Disease
Research InterestDevice development and testing in interventional, cardiology including angioplasty, atherectomy, and stents;, intravascular ultrasound: development and clinical trials; advanced, coronary imaging techniques including x-ray topography; coronary, hemodynamics especially velocity and pressure measurements
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Academic Appointments Clinical Assistant Professor, Medicine - General Medical Disciplines
Clinical Focus- Internal Medicine
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Academic Appointments Emeritus Faculty, Acad Council, Medicine
