He is a practicing cardiologist with specialized expertise in echocardiography. He earned his bachelor’s degree in international relations from Stanford University. As a British Marshall Scholar, he received his doctorate in Health Services Research & Policy from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine. He received his MD degree from Yale University School of Medicine. In addition to his academic training, he spent several years in management consulting and in venture capital / new venture management. He completed his internship, residency in internal medicine, and fellowship in cardiovascular medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.