Professor Dr. David Kylhammar

Associate Professor

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Biography

David Kylhammar is an Adjunct Associate Professor and researcher at Linköping University, specializing in cardiovascular respiratory medicine. His research primarily focuses on understanding cardiovascular diseases, particularly conditions such as heart failure, myocardial infarction, and sudden death. He has a keen interest in pulmonary vascular diseases and is involved in the Swedish CardioPulmonary bioImage Study (SCAPIS), a national population-based study with approximately 30,000 randomly selected participants aged 50-64 years. This extensive study involves comprehensive investigations using computed tomography and ultrasound techniques to assess heart health and pulmonary function. Kylhammar coordinates the echocardiographic study of SCAPIS at Linköping, working alongside various professionals to assess cardiovascular risks and improve preventative measures in the community. He is also engaged in research concerning rare diseases like pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and has contributed to multiple projects addressing cardiac involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus. His academic credentials include a Medical Doctor degree from Lund University in 2012 and a Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Science (Clinical Medicine, Cardiology) in 2016.

Research Interests

Cardiovascular Diseases Pulmonary Vascular Disease Cardiology Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Diastolic Cardiac Function Echocardiography

Experience

Resident Physician

2016-01-01 — Present

Linköping University Hospital • Linköping, Sweden

Involved in clinical practice and training in various medical specialties.

Associate Clinical Research Fellow

2023-01-01 — Present

Wallenberg Centre Molecular Medicine •

Conducting advanced research in molecular medicine, focusing on cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases.

Awards

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Secretary

2021-01-01
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Chair

2021-01-01
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Member

2016-01-01

Requirements for Linköping University

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree with a major relevant to the program At least 30 ECTS credits in mathematics/applied mathematics and/or application of mathematics

Application Checklist

  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport/ID
  • Syllabus for relevant courses

Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Science and Engineering (Institute of Technology) for international Master's programs.