With more than 30 years of medical practice, this physician focuses on rheumatology, autoimmune disease, and internal medicine, with additional expertise in epidemiology. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology, a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), and a Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) with a concentration in epidemiology. He completed postgraduate training in internal medicine, followed by a fellowship in immunology and rheumatology, and additional research training through a clinical scholars program. His work involves diagnosis and management of complex conditions such as arthritis, lupus, vasculitis, and fibromyalgia, along with evaluation of disease progression, treatment decisions, and long-term functional outcomes in patients with chronic inflammatory disorders.

He has held leadership roles in clinical and academic medicine, including section leadership and direction of a fellowship training program. His experience spans both hospital-based and outpatient care, as well as teaching, research, and curriculum development within an academic medical environment, supporting physician education and clinical program oversight.

He has also participated in litigation-related work involving medical malpractice, personal injury, and disability claims associated with rheumatologic conditions. His involvement includes consultation and case review addressing standards of care, causation, and the medical impact of autoimmune disease, supported by board certification in relevant specialties and advanced training in epidemiology.