Dr. David Pimentel

Assistant Professor

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Biography

David Pimentel, MD, is an Assistant Professor in the Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine at Boston University. His research focuses on cardiovascular medicine, particularly the mechanistic underpinnings of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), which is a common form of heart failure. He is involved in significant research initiatives funded by the NIH and American Heart Association, addressing oxidative stress, mitochondrial function, and the role of exosomal communication in cardiac physiology. His expertise includes oxidative modification and ventricle remodeling under mechanical overload. Pimentel also serves as a key personnel in multiple grant-funded projects that explore various aspects of cardiovascular pathology and treatment efficacy.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

Boston University • Boston, MA

Research and teaching in the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, focusing on heart failure and oxidative stress.

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
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  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
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