Laura P. Svetkey
Preventive Cardiology
Duke University
About
Laura P. Svetkey works in Preventive Cardiology affiliated with Duke University.
Laura P. Svetkey is Professor Emeritus of Medicine in the Nephrology division at Duke University. She previously served as Professor of Medicine and Vice Chair for Faculty Development and Diversity in the Department of Medicine at Duke University. Her research focuses on hypertension, obesity, and health disparities, contributing to national guidelines on blood pressure management and lifestyle interventions.
Research focus
Hypertension ManagementDietary Interventions for Blood Pressure ControlObesity and Weight Loss MaintenanceSodium Intake ReductionLifestyle Modifications for Cardiovascular Risk Reduction
Impact
268 pubs · 43,876 cites · h-index 73
Training
MD
Harvard University
1979
Affiliations
Work Experience
Duke University
2024 - Present
Duke University
1999 - 2024
Duke University
2007 - 2024
Duke University
1995 - 1999
Duke University
1986 - 1993