He spent decades researching kidney disease and pregnancy complications. Now he's been chosen to lead one of America's top medical institutions

Indian American physician-scientist Dr Ravi Thadhani has been appointed Executive Vice President, Chief Physician Executive, and Dean of the Medical Faculty at Cedars-Sinai, effective September 1. A renowned nephrologist and researcher, he pioneered the development of the first FDA-approved predictive test for preeclampsia, transforming pregnancy care. With over 300 scientific publications and leadership experience at institutions including Harvard, Emory, and Cedars-Sinai, Thadhani will oversee clinical care, research, and medical education.