Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Michael C. Coan, DO, joined Arthritis Northwest PLLC in Spokane, Washington, in 2019. He aims to help his patients achieve better outcomes from their treatment for rheumatological conditions by combining his expertise and experience with new and innovative approaches. Dr. Coan's particular areas of interest include autoimmune disorders such as lupus, psoriatic arthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis, as well as other arthritic diseases.
Dr. Coan grew up in Colorado and New Mexico. He trained as a doctor of osteopathic medicine, attending medical school at Des Moines University in Des Moines, Iowa, then completed his training at the University of North Texas Health Science Center (UNT) in Fort Worth, Texas. From 2012 until he joined Arthritis Northwest PLLC, he practiced rheumatology in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, and Spokane. Dr. Coan is board-certified in internal medicine and rheumatology and is a member of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA). His patients appreciate his compassion and kindness as well as his wisdom and the benefits of the treatments he prescribes.
In his spare time, Dr. Coan enjoys spending time outdoors and updating his iHeartRheumatology social media pages.
Experienced rheumatologist Howard Kenney, MD, is a founding partner of Arthritis Northwest PLLC in Spokane, Washington. He uses his vast knowledge of rheumatological disorders to help patients old and young who are living with conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.
Dr. Kenney attended the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Utah, where he earned an undergraduate degree in zoology. He moved on to the University of Utah’s medical school to complete his medical degree.
Following his graduation, Dr. Kenney completed numerous training courses as well as a residency and fellowship in rheumatology through the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Kern Medical Center program in Bakersfield, California.
Dr. Kenney has won numerous academic awards for his contribution to medical knowledge during his remarkable career. He currently serves as an associate clinical professor of medicine at the University of Washington in Seattle.
Dr. Kenney has held a license to practice medicine in Washington since 1983 and is affiliated with Deaconess Medical Center and Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane.
Double board-certified rheumatologist Eric C. Mueller, MD, joined Arthritis Northwest PLLC in Spokane, Washington, in 2008.
Dr. Mueller is exceptionally knowledgeable and listens to his patients, welcoming their input and ideas. He encourages them to be proactive in their health care and is known for his excellent bedside manner.
Dr. Mueller is a graduate of Lewis & Clark High School in Spokane, and he went on to earn his medical degree at the University of Washington in Seattle.
He returned to Spokane after completing his education and training, having spent six years at the University of Arizona in Tucson. During his time at the University of Arizona, Dr. Mueller completed his residency in internal medicine and served as chief resident. He followed this experience with fellowship training in rheumatology.
Dr. Mueller's areas of interest include ankylosing spondylitis (AS), rheumatoid arthritis, gout, systemic lupus erythematosus, and osteoporosis.
At Arthritis Northwest PLLC, he focuses exclusively on rheumatology.
Experienced rheumatologist Howard Kenney, MD, is a founding partner of Arthritis Northwest PLLC in Spokane, Washington. He uses his vast knowledge of rheumatological disorders to help patients old and young who are living with conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.
Dr. Kenney attended the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Utah, where he earned an undergraduate degree in zoology. He moved on to the University of Utah’s medical school to complete his medical degree.
Following his graduation, Dr. Kenney completed numerous training courses as well as a residency and fellowship in rheumatology through the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Kern Medical Center program in Bakersfield, California.
Dr. Kenney has won numerous academic awards for his contribution to medical knowledge during his remarkable career. He currently serves as an associate clinical professor of medicine at the University of Washington in Seattle.
Dr. Kenney has held a license to practice medicine in Washington since 1983 and is affiliated with Deaconess Medical Center and Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane.
Double board-certified rheumatologist Eric C. Mueller, MD, joined Arthritis Northwest PLLC in Spokane, Washington, in 2008.
Dr. Mueller is exceptionally knowledgeable and listens to his patients, welcoming their input and ideas. He encourages them to be proactive in their health care and is known for his excellent bedside manner.
Dr. Mueller is a graduate of Lewis & Clark High School in Spokane, and he went on to earn his medical degree at the University of Washington in Seattle.
He returned to Spokane after completing his education and training, having spent six years at the University of Arizona in Tucson. During his time at the University of Arizona, Dr. Mueller completed his residency in internal medicine and served as chief resident. He followed this experience with fellowship training in rheumatology.
Dr. Mueller's areas of interest include ankylosing spondylitis (AS), rheumatoid arthritis, gout, systemic lupus erythematosus, and osteoporosis.
At Arthritis Northwest PLLC, he focuses exclusively on rheumatology.
Christopher Wright, MD, joined Arthritis Northwest PLLC in Spokane, Washington, in 2017. He has a special interest in the fields of rheumatology and autoimmune disorders, with particular expertise in osteoarthritis, lupus, gout, and rheumatoid arthritis.
Dr. Wright grew up in Amarillo, Texas, and completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Texas in Austin in 2005. He then attended the University of Texas Medical Branch UTMB Health in Galveston, earning his medical degree in 2009.
After qualifying, Dr. Wright undertook his internship and then his residency in internal medicine at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) in Houston, Texas. For his fellowship in rheumatology, Dr. Wright studied at the University of Texas Health Science Center (UTHealth) at Houston.
Dr. Wright is enjoying life in the Inland Northwest with his wife and three children. When he's not attending to patients, Dr. Wright likes to relax with his family and pursue his hobbies, which include hiking, music (particularly jazz), gardening, and reading science fiction and history books.
Board-certified rheumatologist Sean P. LaSalle, MD, is a specialist in rheumatology at Arthritis Northwest PLLC in Spokane, Washington. He aims to help people in the local community and those further afield with their disabling rheumatological conditions so they can manage their pain and lead more fulfilling lives.
Dr. LaSalle attended Ferris High School in Spokane before studying for his medical degree at the Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. After completing his medical training, Dr. LaSalle spent six years at the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) in Portland.
During his time at Oregon Health and Science University, Dr. LaSalle completed his internal medicine residency and became chief resident. He stayed on for his fellowship training in rheumatology. Dr. LaSalle continues to pursue every opportunity to further his knowledge for the benefit of his patients.
At Arthritis Northwest PLLC, Dr. LaSalle's focus is exclusively on rheumatology. He’s affiliated with many local hospitals, including Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and Children's Hospital, and MultiCare Deaconess Hospital in Spokane.
Christopher Wright, MD, joined Arthritis Northwest PLLC in Spokane, Washington, in 2017. He has a special interest in the fields of rheumatology and autoimmune disorders, with particular expertise in osteoarthritis, lupus, gout, and rheumatoid arthritis.
Dr. Wright grew up in Amarillo, Texas, and completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Texas in Austin in 2005. He then attended the University of Texas Medical Branch UTMB Health in Galveston, earning his medical degree in 2009.
After qualifying, Dr. Wright undertook his internship and then his residency in internal medicine at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) in Houston, Texas. For his fellowship in rheumatology, Dr. Wright studied at the University of Texas Health Science Center (UTHealth) at Houston.
Dr. Wright is enjoying life in the Inland Northwest with his wife and three children. When he's not attending to patients, Dr. Wright likes to relax with his family and pursue his hobbies, which include hiking, music (particularly jazz), gardening, and reading science fiction and history books.
Board-certified rheumatologist Sean P. LaSalle, MD, is a specialist in rheumatology at Arthritis Northwest PLLC in Spokane, Washington. He aims to help people in the local community and those further afield with their disabling rheumatological conditions so they can manage their pain and lead more fulfilling lives.
Dr. LaSalle attended Ferris High School in Spokane before studying for his medical degree at the Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. After completing his medical training, Dr. LaSalle spent six years at the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) in Portland.
During his time at Oregon Health and Science University, Dr. LaSalle completed his internal medicine residency and became chief resident. He stayed on for his fellowship training in rheumatology. Dr. LaSalle continues to pursue every opportunity to further his knowledge for the benefit of his patients.
At Arthritis Northwest PLLC, Dr. LaSalle's focus is exclusively on rheumatology. He’s affiliated with many local hospitals, including Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center and Children's Hospital, and MultiCare Deaconess Hospital in Spokane.
Board-certified rheumatologist Jeffery B. Butler, MD, joined Arthritis Northwest PLLC in Spokane, Washington, as a staff rheumatologist in 2001.
He uses his considerable experience and expertise in the specialty of rheumatology to help patients in and around the local community find relief from their pain and other symptoms and enjoy a better quality of life.
Dr. Butler earned his medical degree from the Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. He completed his residency at hospitals affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He was also a fellow of Rheumatology at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) in Portland.
Before joining Arthritis Northwest PLLC, Dr. Butler taught medicine and rheumatology at Oregon Health & Science University and then spent 10 years in private practice in the Spokane area.
In addition to his passion for helping patients, Dr. Butler is committed to his role as a principal investigator in clinical research.
With this work, he aims to improve the future diagnosis and treatment of patients with rheumatological conditions.
Board-certified rheumatologist Jeffery B. Butler, MD, joined Arthritis Northwest PLLC in Spokane, Washington, as a staff rheumatologist in 2001.
He uses his considerable experience and expertise in the specialty of rheumatology to help patients in and around the local community find relief from their pain and other symptoms and enjoy a better quality of life.
Dr. Butler earned his medical degree from the Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. He completed his residency at hospitals affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He was also a fellow of Rheumatology at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) in Portland.
Before joining Arthritis Northwest PLLC, Dr. Butler taught medicine and rheumatology at Oregon Health & Science University and then spent 10 years in private practice in the Spokane area.
In addition to his passion for helping patients, Dr. Butler is committed to his role as a principal investigator in clinical research.
With this work, he aims to improve the future diagnosis and treatment of patients with rheumatological conditions.
Dr. Enrique Mendez specializes in Rheumatology in Lake Charles, Louisiana with over 32 years of experience in the medical field. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Salvadoreña Alberto Masferrer (USAM) in San Salvador, El Salvador. He then completed his residency in internal medicine at Mount Vernon Hospital, an affiliate of the New York Medical College in Mount Vernon, New York. He also completed a rheumatology fellowship at Louisiana State University Medical Center in New Orleans (now LSU Health New Orleans). Dr. Mendez's specialty areas are Osteoporosis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Gout, Arthritis and Arthropathies. He currently holds several awards and publications in the field of rheumatology clinical research and is considered one of the leading experts in Lupus Clinical Trials in Louisiana. Dr. Mendez truly believes in the need for accurate clinical studies performed to provided quality care to all patients in need of life changing therapies.
Dr. Enrique Mendez has partnered with Accurate Clinical Research for conduction and management of his clinical research studies. Accurate Clinical Research is a Site Management Organization (SMO) exclusively designed to provide a definitive path for rheumatological care. ACR has created a research site Networking organization, partnering with physicians and pharmaceuticals to conduct clinical research studies. Designed for a mutually beneficial approach, ACR supports Sponsors and CRO companies by advancing the understanding of particular medications. As well as simultaneously providing patients with access to new medications at no cost.
For more information on studies at Center for Orthopedics Rheumatology Department, contact Miguel Soneira, FMD, MPH, Director of Research, 1727 Imperial Boulevard, Building 1, Suite B, Lake Charles, LA 70605. Phone: 337-312-8018. Email: [email protected].
Dr. Enrique Mendez specializes in Rheumatology in Lake Charles, Louisiana with over 32 years of experience in the medical field. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Salvadoreña Alberto Masferrer (USAM) in San Salvador, El Salvador. He then completed his residency in internal medicine at Mount Vernon Hospital, an affiliate of the New York Medical College in Mount Vernon, New York. He also completed a rheumatology fellowship at Louisiana State University Medical Center in New Orleans (now LSU Health New Orleans). Dr. Mendez's specialty areas are Osteoporosis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Gout, Arthritis and Arthropathies. He currently holds several awards and publications in the field of rheumatology clinical research and is considered one of the leading experts in Lupus Clinical Trials in Louisiana. Dr. Mendez truly believes in the need for accurate clinical studies performed to provided quality care to all patients in need of life changing therapies.
Dr. Enrique Mendez has partnered with Accurate Clinical Research for conduction and management of his clinical research studies. Accurate Clinical Research is a Site Management Organization (SMO) exclusively designed to provide a definitive path for rheumatological care. ACR has created a research site Networking organization, partnering with physicians and pharmaceuticals to conduct clinical research studies. Designed for a mutually beneficial approach, ACR supports Sponsors and CRO companies by advancing the understanding of particular medications. As well as simultaneously providing patients with access to new medications at no cost.
For more information on studies at Center for Orthopedics Rheumatology Department, contact Miguel Soneira, FMD, MPH, Director of Research, 1727 Imperial Boulevard, Building 1, Suite B, Lake Charles, LA 70605. Phone: 337-312-8018. Email: [email protected].
Robert Kimelheim, MD, FACP, is a rheumatologist at Hill Country Dermatology, with offices in New Braunfels and Schertz, Texas.
Dr. Kimelheim studied at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, earning his Bachelor of Arts and Master of Science. Then, he enrolled at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) and obtained his medical degree.
After graduation, Dr. Kimelheim joined the United States Navy and completed an internal medicine residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth - Tricare (formerly Naval Hospital Portsmouth) in Virginia.
Dr. Kimelheim served as a medical officer on the aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67) during his residency. He earned chief resident status during enrollment and worked at a fleet hospital during Operation Desert Storm.
After leaving the Navy, Dr. Kimelheim returned to Philadelphia and completed a rheumatology fellowship at Temple University’s Lewis Katz School of Medicine. He then joined the team at Arthritis & Rheumatic Disease Consultants (ARDC), serving there for nearly 20 years.
In 2017, Dr. Kimelheim moved to Texas, accepting the position of Rheumatology Division Head at Baylor Scott & White in Temple.
At Hill Country Dermatology, Dr. Kimelheim uses his extensive knowledge of rheumatology to diagnose and treat various skin problems. Though many assume these specialties have little in common, there’s quite a bit of overlap. In fact, many rheumatologic illnesses directly affect the skin, and Dr. Kimelheim is well-equipped to manage them.
Dr. Kimelheim is a fellow of the American College of Physicians. He’s passionate about his profession and regularly engages in continuing education and training.
Outside of work, Dr. Kimelheim enjoys spending time with his family. He’s the proud father of adult triplets and very active in their lives. He welcomes anyone in need of high-quality care to Hill Country Dermatology.
Robert Kimelheim, MD, FACP, is a rheumatologist at Hill Country Dermatology, with offices in New Braunfels and Schertz, Texas.
Dr. Kimelheim studied at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, earning his Bachelor of Arts and Master of Science. Then, he enrolled at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) and obtained his medical degree.
After graduation, Dr. Kimelheim joined the United States Navy and completed an internal medicine residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth - Tricare (formerly Naval Hospital Portsmouth) in Virginia.
Dr. Kimelheim served as a medical officer on the aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67) during his residency. He earned chief resident status during enrollment and worked at a fleet hospital during Operation Desert Storm.
After leaving the Navy, Dr. Kimelheim returned to Philadelphia and completed a rheumatology fellowship at Temple University’s Lewis Katz School of Medicine. He then joined the team at Arthritis & Rheumatic Disease Consultants (ARDC), serving there for nearly 20 years.
In 2017, Dr. Kimelheim moved to Texas, accepting the position of Rheumatology Division Head at Baylor Scott & White in Temple.
At Hill Country Dermatology, Dr. Kimelheim uses his extensive knowledge of rheumatology to diagnose and treat various skin problems. Though many assume these specialties have little in common, there’s quite a bit of overlap. In fact, many rheumatologic illnesses directly affect the skin, and Dr. Kimelheim is well-equipped to manage them.
Dr. Kimelheim is a fellow of the American College of Physicians. He’s passionate about his profession and regularly engages in continuing education and training.
Outside of work, Dr. Kimelheim enjoys spending time with his family. He’s the proud father of adult triplets and very active in their lives. He welcomes anyone in need of high-quality care to Hill Country Dermatology.
Co-founder Suzanne Manzi, MD, provides interventional pain management services, electrodiagnostic testing, and weight management treatments to patients at Performance Pain and Sports Medicine. At the practice's locations in Houston and League City, Texas, Dr. Manzi provides individualized and comprehensive medical evaluations and treatment plans.
Born and raised at the Jersey Shore, Dr. Manzi played NCAA Division I Basketball for the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) and then went on to receive her medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine in 2005.
She completed her residency at Baylor College of Medicine/ UT PM & R Alliance in 2009, followed by a fellowship at Michigan State University and Lansing Orthopedics in 2010, encompassing Interventional Spine, Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and Pain Management. After spending a year in Reno, Nevada, Dr. Manzi returned to Houston, where she joined Pain Management Center of Houston, in conjunction with starting the Outpatient Interventional Pain program at TIRR Memorial Hermann Hospital. She now currently serves as off-site faculty for the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School. In June of 2016, she opened Performance Pain and Sports Medicine.
Dr. Manzi is an active member of the Harris County Medical Society (HCMS) where she served as President of the Southwest Branch in 2020. She is now an active participant of the Central Branch. She is also a member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPMR), North American Neuromodulation Society (NANS), Texas Pain Society (TPS), Obesity Medicine Association, and American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), and is a Director at Large for The Society of Women Innovators in Pain Management (WIPM). Dr. Manzi also serves as Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Medical School (UTHSC) Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Dr. Manzi has been voted "Houston's Top Doctors" by Houstonia magazine for multiple consecutive years and has also been named 2018 Top 3 Pain Management Doctors in Houston by ThreeBestRated.com. Her goals are to continue to build her private practice and incorporate it as a learning site for residents and fellows for continued education in Pain Medicine and Electrodiagnostic Medicine. She enjoys teaching and serves as a consultant for various pain management procedures, lecturing and educating across the country.
In her free time, Dr. Manzi enjoys exercising, SCUBA diving, snow skiing, reading, and traveling around the world, visiting friends and family. She also thoroughly enjoys her family time, with her two kids and significant other.
Co-founder Suzanne Manzi, MD, provides interventional pain management services, electrodiagnostic testing, and weight management treatments to patients at Performance Pain and Sports Medicine. At the practice's locations in Houston and League City, Texas, Dr. Manzi provides individualized and comprehensive medical evaluations and treatment plans.
Born and raised at the Jersey Shore, Dr. Manzi played NCAA Division I Basketball for the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) and then went on to receive her medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine in 2005.
She completed her residency at Baylor College of Medicine/ UT PM & R Alliance in 2009, followed by a fellowship at Michigan State University and Lansing Orthopedics in 2010, encompassing Interventional Spine, Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and Pain Management. After spending a year in Reno, Nevada, Dr. Manzi returned to Houston, where she joined Pain Management Center of Houston, in conjunction with starting the Outpatient Interventional Pain program at TIRR Memorial Hermann Hospital. She now currently serves as off-site faculty for the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School. In June of 2016, she opened Performance Pain and Sports Medicine.
Dr. Manzi is an active member of the Harris County Medical Society (HCMS) where she served as President of the Southwest Branch in 2020. She is now an active participant of the Central Branch. She is also a member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPMR), North American Neuromodulation Society (NANS), Texas Pain Society (TPS), Obesity Medicine Association, and American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM), and is a Director at Large for The Society of Women Innovators in Pain Management (WIPM). Dr. Manzi also serves as Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Medical School (UTHSC) Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Dr. Manzi has been voted "Houston's Top Doctors" by Houstonia magazine for multiple consecutive years and has also been named 2018 Top 3 Pain Management Doctors in Houston by ThreeBestRated.com. Her goals are to continue to build her private practice and incorporate it as a learning site for residents and fellows for continued education in Pain Medicine and Electrodiagnostic Medicine. She enjoys teaching and serves as a consultant for various pain management procedures, lecturing and educating across the country.
In her free time, Dr. Manzi enjoys exercising, SCUBA diving, snow skiing, reading, and traveling around the world, visiting friends and family. She also thoroughly enjoys her family time, with her two kids and significant other.
Wonil Lee, MD, has been practicing rheumatology as a board-certified rheumatologist since joining Rheumatology Associates in 2000. He works closely with patients at the North Hollywood, California, location, offering comprehensive rheumatology services.
Dr. Lee graduated with maximum distinction from the University of Chile Medical School. He completed his internship, residency, and chief residency at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles, California.
He completed a two-year clinical fellowship and a one-year research fellowship as a clinical instructor at USC School of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology.
Since his graduation, Dr. Lee has been part of the faculty as a clinical assistant professor at the USC Division of Rheumatology.
His peers have widely recognized his clinical skills. In fact, Dr. Lee appears in the Super Doctors, Best Doctors, and America’s Top Physicians list.
Dr. Lee has active hospital privileges at Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center in Burbank, California. He has extensive experience and interest in clinical trials, as he has been the principal investigator in over 12 clinical trials.