Prof. Samya Nasr | Cystic Fibrosis | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Samya Nasr is a distinguished Professor of Pediatrics specializing in Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine at the University of Michigan Medical School. With extensive clinical training and expertise in cystic fibrosis and pediatric respiratory diseases, she has held numerous academic and hospital appointments, including leadership roles in developing clinical programs, coordinating newborn screening initiatives, and establishing international visiting scholar programs in Egypt, Italy, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Lithuania. She has played a pivotal role in advancing cystic fibrosis care through national and international collaborations, serving in leadership positions with the American Thoracic Society, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and Michigan Children’s Special Health Care Services, among others. Dr. Nasr has contributed significantly to research and quality improvement initiatives, leading multiple multicenter clinical trials and implementation projects focused on improving outcomes for children with cystic fibrosis and other chronic respiratory conditions. She has secured substantial grant support for studies ranging from evaluating novel therapies and clinical interventions to enhancing care coordination and patient adherence. In addition to her research, she serves on editorial boards, peer reviews for numerous high-impact journals, and participates actively in global health and education initiatives, mentoring the next generation of clinicians and researchers. Her work integrates clinical excellence, innovative research, and international collaboration to advance pediatric pulmonary medicine and improve the lives of children with complex respiratory disorders worldwide.

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