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Allen Cooper
Professor of Medicine (Gastroenterology and Hepatology), Emeritus
Current Research and Scholarly InterestsI have had a long standing interest in the liver's role in cholesterol and lipid metabolism. In the past this was focused on laboratory studies but currently involves human studies as part of my patient care responsibilities. In particular I am interested in the role of NAFLD (non-alcoholic fatty liver disease) in patients with Hepatitis C aand in post liver transplant patients.
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Steven M. Corsello
Assistant Professor of Medicine (Oncology) and, by courtesy, of Chemical and Systems Biology
Current Research and Scholarly InterestsOur laboratory operates at the intersection of functional genomics and chemical biology, with the goal of advancing novel molecular mechanisms of cancer inhibition to clinical use. We aim to 1) leverage phenotypic screening and functional genomics to determine novel anti-cancer mechanisms of small molecules, 2) develop new targeted therapy approaches against solid tumors, and 3) build a comprehensive community resource for drug repurposing discovery.
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Alexandra Cours, MD
Clinical Assistant Professor, Medicine - Primary Care and Population Health
BioDr. Cours is a clinician educator in geriatrics and the clinical director for Aging Adult Services. She cares for patients as a primary care physician for older adults and as a geriatric medicine consultant in Stanford Hospital. She conducts research on bone and muscle health and leads a wellness program for medical trainees.
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Lawrence Crapo
Professor of Medicine (Endocrinology, Gerontology and Metabolism) at the Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, Emeritus
Current Research and Scholarly InterestsInvestigation of the epidemiology of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) at a public hospital. All cases of DKA at SCVMC occurring over the past 5 years have been identified. Of the 480 cases of DKA, about 1/3 are in Type II diabetics, and 2/3 in Type I diabetics. We are exploring the causes of DKA in the two groups.
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Meredith Craven, PhD, MPH
Clinical Assistant Professor, Medicine - Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Current Research and Scholarly InterestsDr. Craven’s research reflects her background and interests in psychogastroenterology (GI psychology), public health, and positive psychology. She has collaborated on projects across the spectrum of GI disorders, using quantitative and qualitative methods. She is interested in the role of biopsychosocial factors on symptom perception, experience, and related health outcomes and behaviors. In particular, she is passionate about investigating the role of patient strengths that can be fostered clinically, and mind-body practices.