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Carmen Halabi, MD, PhD, an associate professor in pediatrics, has taken on the role of director for the Division of Nephrology, Hypertension & Apheresis in the Department of Pediatrics at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. A remarkable medical researcher who has established an independent research initiative, she offers both guidance and creativity to the division. Her new role officially commenced on July 1.

“Dr. Halabi exemplifies the qualities of a distinguished physician-scientist and a remarkable clinician,” stated Gary A. Silverman, MD, PhD, the Harriet B. Spoehrer Professor of Pediatrics and chair of the Department of Pediatrics. “Her contributions are poised to impact aspiring scientists and physicians while aiding in the development of innovative treatments for our most disadvantaged pediatric patients.”

Halabi focuses on vascular physiology and childhood kidney diseases. Her research is centered on examining the extracellular matrix, an essential support structure that imparts elasticity to tissues including blood vessels, lungs, and skin, facilitating their normal operation.

For further information, visit the WashU Medicine website.

The article Halabi to lead Division of Nephrology, Hypertension & Apheresis in Department of Pediatrics was originally published on The Source.

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