Education and Training
McGovern Medical School, The University of Texas
Houston, TX
- Fellowship, Ultrasound Imaging (2010–2011)
- Fellowship, Cardiology (2007–2010)
- Residency, Internal Medicine (2002–2005)
- Doctor of Medicine (1998–2002)
The University of Texas School of Public Health
Houston, TX
- Master of Science, Public Health (1996–1998)
Trinity University
San Antonio, TX
- Bachelor of Science, Biology (1992–1996)
Professional Experience
College of Medicine, University of Houston
2024–PresentClinical Assistant Professor
Annually appointed Position by the Dean of the University of Houston College of Medicine.
American Heart Association
2023–PresentMember of National Health Technology Advisory Group
A group focused on AI in Remote Patient Monitoring and Cardiac Rehab via the Center for Health Technology & Innovation.
Cena Research Institute
2023–PresentFounder & Medical Director
A provider of turn-key clinical research solutions serving innovative cardiology related medical technologies.
Houston Cardiology Consultants
2011–PresentPartner
Cardiovascular Health Care & Preventative Medical Practice located in Houston founded in 1983.
McGovern Medical School, The University of Texas
2010–2021, 2024–PresentClinical Assistant Professor
Annually appointed Position by the Dean of McGovern Medical School.
Cena Ventures
2005–PresentChief Consultant
Advisory Practice Serving Emerging Companies in the Healthcare Technology Space.
Corporate Advisory Experience
Tabia Health
Chief Medical Officer
2024–PresentAI-powered digital care pathway orchestration platform that ensures clinical interventions are ordered and executed on time.
FirstHX
Managing Director US
2024–PresentKnowledge-based history taking solution that helps patients communicate their medical histories to their healthcare team.
Healthseers/Cardio
Chief Medical Officer
2024–PresentMultiple-track AI-enhanced PhonoCardioGraphy solution to detect heart defects that chronically escape detection.
Avive AED
Chief Medical Advisor
2017–PresentManufacturer of next generation Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
Qardio
Global Chief Medical Officer
2022–2024Global leader in Remote Patient Monitoring and Remote Cardiac Rehabilitation.
Thrive360
Chief Medical Officer
2021–2023Oculus Based (Virtual Reality) Mental Health Solution.
Additional advisory roles include CloudSteam Medical Imaging, Lumi Health, PLX Pharma, Preventric, Curogram, Vsee, Fruit Street, Fitbit, and more.
Clinical Trials
Valencell: Fingertip and Wrist Blood Pressure Data Collection in Older Adults
2023Enhanced External Counterpulsation Effects
2022-2023Retrospective Trial of Effects of EECP on BP and Heart Rate
Thrive360: Virtual Reality Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
2022-2023Effects on stage 1 to 2 hypertensive patients in an outpatient cardiovascular practice
TargetBP: Renal Denervation Study
2019-2022Global Phase 3 Clinical Trial for Ablative Solutions
Selected Publications
Circle of Vieussens: Its Importance in the Presence of Significant Coronary Artery Stenosis in a 26-Year-Old Female With Kawasaki Disease
Cureus. August 10, 2024.
Mal De Debarquement Syndrome: An Often Unrecognized and Unreported Condition
Cureus. July 15, 2024.
Brief Review and Primer of Key Terminology for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Hypertension
American Heart Association Journals – Hypertension. July 16, 2024.
Mental Health Applications of Generative AI and Large Language Modeling in the United States
MDPI-Digital Mental Health: Changes, Challenges and Success Strategies. July 12, 2024.
High Altitude, Air Travel, and Heart Disease
UpToDate. March 22, 2023.
Memberships
American Heart Association
Member (2020–Present)
American Medical Association
Member (2014–Present)
True Health Initiative
Council of Directors (2010–Present)
American College of Physicians
Associate Member (2002–Present)
Harris County Medical Society (HCMS)
Member (2002–Present)
Western Branch President (2017–2018)
HITS committee (2019–Present)
Texas Medical Association (TMA)
Member (2002–Present)
Alternate Delegate (2018)
Media Appearances
"Ask The Expert: Heart Attack Risk Factors"
KHOU Houston Channel 11
"Digital Therapeutics and Telemedicine in Health Care 2.0"
McGraw Hill HQ
"Wearables and Wellness"
Fox and Friends National TV, Fox News NY Studios
"The Doctor Will Virtually See You Now: Telemedicine's Rise In Health Care"
ReachMD
"Sudden Cardiac Death in Adolescents"
The Dr. Oz Show