Cardiologist and distinguished biomedical researcher. Former Director, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, established pioneering programmes in genomics and stem cells, founded the Global Alliance for Chronic Diseases, and launched the Red Dress Heart Truth campaign. Since 2010, President, Harvard-affiliated Brigham Health; led development of a new model of academic medicine devoted to maintaining and restoring health through leadership in scientific discovery, education, and compassionate care. Initiatives include a new translational research and clinical facility, and a $1.5 billion campaign to advance innovation, patient care and community health. Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School. Lifelong commitment to improving health through science. 2015, appointed Chief Health and Medical Adviser to the National Football League. Accomplished physician-scientist; work on the molecular genetics of cardiovascular diseases produced 17 patents and more than 250 scientific publications. Named one of the nation's top leaders in medicine, Modern Healthcare and Becker's Hospital Review.