Loma Linda University - Twinkle Chandak, MD
Supporting innovative pulmonary research focused on bronchiectasis, nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) disease, airway clearance, and advanced lung care through multidisciplinary collaboration and clinical excellence.
TWINKLE CHANDAK, MD, FCCP
Principal Investigator
LOMA LINDA UNIVERSITY HEALTH
Institution
RESEARCH & CLINICAL PROGRAM
Grant Type
Project Overview
Loma Linda University Health is a 1,046-bed academic medical center with a strong focus on pulmonary, critical care, sleep, and hyperbaric medicine research. The division actively conducts clinical research led by faculty, fellows, and residents, while participating in industry-sponsored and NIH-funded clinical trials related to pulmonary disease and advanced lung care.
Project Summary
Under the leadership of Twinkle Chandak, MD, FCCP, the center conducts multidisciplinary research focused on bronchiectasis, NTM disease, pulmonary rehabilitation, pulmonary hypertension, and critical care outcomes. The program emphasizes collaborative care, airway clearance education, clinical trials, and evidence-based strategies to improve long-term patient outcomes.
Project Goals
- Improve care and outcomes for patients with NTM and bronchiectasis
- Expand airway clearance education and quality improvement initiatives
- Advance multidisciplinary pulmonary and critical care research
Impact
The center’s research and clinical initiatives are helping improve patient education, reduce hospitalizations, enhance sputum conversion outcomes, and expand specialized pulmonary care services. Ongoing collaborations and research efforts continue to support innovation in bronchiectasis and NTM management.
Advancing Research. Improving Lives.
Supporting innovative pulmonary research that drives better outcomes for patients with chronic lung disease and NTM-related conditions.
TWINKLE CHANDAK, MD
Principal Investigator
Email: tchandak@llu.edu
Cell: (201) 757-8325
Project Overview
Loma Linda University Health conducts clinical research focused on bronchiectasis, NTM disease, and advanced pulmonary care through multidisciplinary collaboration and clinical trials.