Dr. Gilchrist is involved in multiple clinical studies using new antithrombotic agents and antiplatelet drugs. He is also working on a project to identify cardiac heart valves at risk for premature failure. Mark Kozak, M.D. Dr. Kozak's clinical interests are in the areas of invasive cardiology and the clinical management of acute ischemic disorders. Research interests include clinical trials of new treatments for acute ischemic syndromes and adjuncts to percutaneous revascularization. M.D. This laboratory's interests are in the area of neural and non-neural control of the circulation.
Current studies examine sympathetic neural and vascular function in sleep apnea.
Another line of investigation is concerned with mechanisms of hypoxia-induced vasodilation. M.D. Research interests are focused on all aspects of cardiac arrhythmias. Publications are in the area of syncope and sudden death. Our most recent publications are in the area of sympathetic nerve activity and carotid sinus hypersensitivity. The current research focus is on biventricular pacing in congestive heart failure.