My research interests converge at the intersection of pediatric critical care, infectious diseases, quality improvement, and medical education, with a focus on enhancing outcomes for vulnerable children in high-acuity settings. I develop and evaluate interventions to improve safety, consistency, and effectiveness, such as optimizing non-invasive respiratory support for bronchiolitis (e.g., high-flow nasal cannula and neurally adjusted ventilatory assist), implementing clinical pathways to reduce practice variability, and leveraging data-driven tools for early deterioration recognition. I've led studies on neonatal herpes simplex virus evaluations, all-terrain vehicle injuries in rural areas, antibiotic stewardship in ICUs, hepatitis C screening in high-risk adolescents, and COVID-19's impact on pediatric respiratory viruses.

Passionate about simulation-based education, I investigate how immersive simulations enhance team communication, procedural competency, and crisis management in critical care training, empowering teams to deliver better care.

I also prioritize health equity and access, addressing disparities like direct PICU discharges in rural settings, factors influencing antibiotic use, and social determinants in pediatric trauma and infections. My multi-state experience informs a lens on system-level inequities, advocating for scalable, equitable solutions.

Future pursuits include data science for critical care analytics to translate findings into actionable protocols. With over 20 peer-reviewed publications and presentations at conferences (e.g., SCCM, AAP), I aim to bridge research and practice for improved efficiency and equity in pediatric care.

International Travel Grant, Department of Science and Technology, Government of India (2012) – For presenting public health research at the International Student Congress of Biomedical Sciences.

Runner-Up, Divisional Round of the 25th Pediatric Undergraduate Quiz, Indian Academy of Pediatrics (2012) – Honored for pediatric knowledge.

Shark Tank Winner, American Academy of Pediatrics, Ohio Chapter (2016) – For innovative pediatric toolkit to promote healthy weight in children.

Best Research Paper, Case Western Reserve University/MetroHealth Medical Center (2018) – For research on hepatitis C prevalence in adolescents.

Senior Resident Teaching Award, Case Western Reserve University/MetroHealth Medical Center (2018) – For exceptional teaching of residents and medical students.

Scholarship in Teaching Award, Case Western Reserve University (2018) – For scholarly contributions to medical education in pediatric training.

Star Research Achievement Award, Society of Critical Care Medicine (2020) – For excellence in critical care research on non-invasive ventilation in bronchiolitis.

Charles C. Shepard Science Award, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2022) – For best original research manuscript by CDC scientists (contributed to group).

Shining Star, Marshfield Clinic Health System (2022) – Recognized by a grateful patient’s family for exceptional care.

Best Case Study Poster, Marshfield Clinic Health System (2023) – Mentored a resident and contributed to an outstanding case study poster.

Nikolai Resident Research Mentor Award, Marshfield Clinic Health System (2024) – For exceptional mentorship in guiding residents in clinical and translational research.

Faculty Teaching Award, Case Western Reserve University/MetroHealth Medical Center (2025) – For outstanding contributions to resident and medical student education in pediatrics.