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Katherine Hekman earned her Bachelor’s degree from Johns Hopkins University, followed by an MD and PhD from the University of Chicago. She completed a vascular surgery residency at Northwestern University. Dr. Hekman’s primary research focus is on stem cell-based regenerative medicine for the treatment of vascular diseases. Her clinical research interests include reducing surgical site infections, optimizing care for venous thromboembolism, and promoting wellness in surgical training. She holds an Assistant Professor position in the University Medical Line at Stanford University's Department of Surgery, specifically within Vascular Surgery. Dr. Hekman has received several prestigious awards, including the AVF-Boston Scientific Translational Research Grant and the Career Development Award from the Department of Veterans Affairs. Additionally, she has been recognized as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society and has received various research awards for her contributions to the field of vascular surgery.
Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA
Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery, focusing on Vascular Surgery.
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