Dr. Chris Herrera on Breakthroughs in Placenta Research and Early-Stage Research Funding

In this episode of Learning from Leaders, host Lili Clark sits down with Dr. Chris Herrera, assistant professor at UT Southwestern’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Herrera shares her groundbreaking work in placenta research, initially funded by The Cary Council’s Early-Stage Research Grant, which supports innovative ideas from emerging medical researchers. Listeners will gain insight into why her research is vital for advancing maternal-fetal health, the challenges of studying the placenta, and the critical role of philanthropic support in early-stage medical research. Dr. Herrera also opens up about her leadership roles at UT Southwestern and Parkland Hospital, her journey as a “DocStar,” and how she balances her academic, clinical, and mentorship responsibilities. Tune in to hear her vision for the future of maternal healthcare and the exciting developments in the field.

Episode Details:

Episode 6, Season 1 Host: Lili Clark | Programming Chair, The Cary Council; Senior Associate at Lyda Hill Philanthropies | https://www.lydahillphilanthropies.org/

Guests: Dr. Christina Herrera, Assistant Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at UT Southwestern | https://utswmed.org/doctors/christina-herrera/

Rising Star Award: https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/ctplus/stories/2023/lce23-rising-star-award.html

DocStar Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SIp1R6ZV8R0

Producer: Dustin Magwire | Digital Media Manager, Southwestern Medical Foundation | https://swmedical.org/

Videography: Brazos Film & Video - www.brazosfilms.com

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