Virend K. Somers
Preventive Cardiology
Mayo Clinic
About
Virend K. Somers works in Preventive Cardiology affiliated with Mayo Clinic.
Virend K. Somers is a consultant cardiologist in the Department of Cardiovascular Diseases at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. He holds the academic rank of professor of medicine and directs research facilities including the Cardiovascular Facility and Sleep Facility. His work includes joint appointments in the Division of Nephrology and Hypertension.
Research focus
Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Cardiovascular DiseaseAutonomic Nervous System in Cardiovascular RegulationChemoreflex Responses in HypertensionSleep and Wakefulness Effects on Heart HealthCardiovascular Risks Associated with Adiposity
Impact
943 pubs · 71,988 cites · h-index 121
Training
D.Phil
University of Oxford
1987
MB ChB
University of Natal
1981
Affiliations
Work Experience
Mayo Clinic
1999 - Present
University of Iowa
1993 - 1999