Congratulations to the 2024 “DocStars” – Sarah R. Lieber, M.D., MSCR, Ethan Sanford, M.D., and Anezi Uzendu, M.D., FACC, – who all show great passion for their promising research. Each investigator will receive a $50,000 Early-Stage Research Grant from The Cary Council, which has been providing crucial funding to advance the research of UT Southwestern early-career investigators since its founding in 2015. To date, The Cary Council’s 21 grants have led to an additional $18.5+ million in follow-on funding for grant recipients to continue their work. We can’t wait to see what progress the 2024 DocStars will help make with their exciting research.
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Sarah R. Lieber, M.D., MSCR
Improving the lives of patients after liver transplantation
As a liver transplant physician, Dr. Lieber’s research is dedicated to understanding the lived experience of recovering from a life-changing transplant surgery. Her goal is to ensure that all patients receive the support needed to thrive in years to come after receiving their gift of life.
Ethan Sanford, M.D.
Reducing the risk of brain injury in critically ill children
Dr. Sanford takes care of children who are critically ill, including those relying on a life-saving medical device known as ECMO. These children are at risk for having brain injuries. He aims to better predict, prevent, and treat these injuries to improve the health of critically ill children.
Anezi Uzendu, M.D., FACC
Empowering local students to save lives by transforming CPR education
As a cardiologist, Dr. Uzendu knows that effective bystander CPR is critical during moments of cardiac arrest. He is empowering the youth of Dallas to save lives by developing a better CPR curriculum in partnership with Dallas Independent School District.
November 7, 2024
Mark your calendars for An Evening with DocStars 2024. The Cary Council’s signature event will be even bigger than before. We can’t wait to see you for another night of innovation and community support of early-stage research.
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