Phoenix Epidemiology & Clinical Research Branch
Branch Sections and Chiefs
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Diabetes Epidemiology and Clinical Research Section
Madhumita Sinha, M.D. -
Diabetes Genetic Epidemiology Section
Robert Hanson, M.D., M.P.H. -
Diabetes Molecular Genetics Section
Leslie J. Baier, Ph.D. -
Obesity and Diabetes Clinical Research Section
Jonathan Krakoff, M.D.
Diabetes Epidemiology and Clinical Research Section
Madhumita Sinha, M.D., Head
This section conducts epidemiologic studies of obesity and diabetes and their associated complications. The section also participates in clinical trials to identify better prevention and treatment methods for obesity and diabetes.
Diabetes Genetic Epidemiology Section
Robert Hanson, M.D., M.P.H., Section Chief
This section focuses on the epidemiology of these diseases, particularly on genetic and molecular aspects, in American Indian and other populations.
Diabetes Molecular Genetics Section
Leslie J. Baier, Ph.D., Section Chief
This section conducts molecular, genetic, and genomic research to identify genetic risk factors for obesity and diabetes.
Obesity and Diabetes Clinical Research Section
Jonathan Krakoff, M.D., Section Chief
This section conducts physiologic studies to understand the etiology and pathogenesis of obesity and diabetes in man.