He is an alumnus of the FICRS-F program (2009-2010) and was one of the first fellows funded through this program with training in cardiovascular medicine. He launched heart failure research at Moi University in Kenya among HIV-positive and -negative patients, supported by an FIC K01 award that enabled him to spend approximately six months per year in Kenya in active pursuit of research and capacity building activities. He serves as a mentor for various training programs focused on global health.