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Laura Kristin Newby is a Professor in the Department of Medicine at Duke University and a member of the Duke Clinical Research Institute. Her primary research focus is on the clinical investigation processes in treating acute and chronic coronary artery disease, particularly concerning systems issues in the delivery of care to patients with such illnesses. She has a strong interest in the management of patients presenting with chest pain or unstable angina, and in the evaluation of biochemical markers for diagnosis and risk stratification, especially in women. Dr. Newby is also deeply engaged in understanding the genetic contributions to the development of coronary artery disease. Her academic journey includes completing her M.D. at Indiana University Indianapolis, followed by a residency and fellowship in Cardiology at Duke University. She has been involved in various grant-funded projects aimed at enhancing cardiovascular health and biostatistical training, and she has served in leadership roles on teams addressing health disparities.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)