Meet Dr. Kulshreshtha
What is your professional background?
I am a physician-epidemiologist and have trained in New Delhi, Boston, and here in Atlanta. I have worked in different settings from the government to corporate but an academic career excites me the most as I can pursue clinical care, research, and teaching all at that same time.
In what division/program do you work and who is your mentor?
I work in the division of Family Medicine. My PhD mentor was Viola Vaccarino in Epidemiology and my current mentor is Ihab Hajjar in Neurology.
Briefly discuss your research. Why is it important?
COVID-19’s rapid progress has masked other slower epidemics such as heart disease and Alzheimer’s, that continue to disable and kill people every day. I am interested in how poor heart health can lead to a weak heart-brain link later in life. In my research work, I am also investigating the mechanisms of how behavioral and lifestyle interventions can improve cognitive (brain) health and reduce health disparities.
What do you like best about Emory?
I have been at Emory for more than 10 years and have had many career and personal milestones here including meeting my wife. I think Emory provides a good work-life balance along with a supportive and nurturing environment.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I love traveling, seeing new sites, trying the food, and meeting people from different cultures. I like to believe that I am also a good photographer (although my kids find my hobby annoying as I hold things up trying to get a good shot :-)
What is a fun fact about you?
I proposed to my wife during sky diving. Due to a technical glitch, she ended up with the proposal banner.