Shahid Sheikh, MD, FCCP

Read through a Q&A with one of the CHEST Network leaders, Pediatric Chest Medicine Section Chair, Shahid Sheikh, MD, FCCP.

July 22, 2022

Where do you work?
I work at the Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Ohio State University, Columbus, OH.

What are your research interests?
Asthma and cystic fibrosis.

How did you become interested and involved in CHEST’s Networks?
I am always impressed by its clinical outlook and academic flavor.

Are you involved in any other activities or volunteer positions at CHEST?
I am a CHEST Foundation grant reviewer and member of a number of committees and groups within CHEST.

What clinical research is most interesting to you right now?
The role of cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) modulators in cystic fibrosis and immune modulation in asthma.

What are your hobbies?
Cricket (both playing and watching).

What is something you cannot live without (after family and friends)?
Desi food and watching cricket matches (especially Pak-India matches).

Is there anything else you’d like to share with your Network peers?
I am always available for mentoring and helping my younger colleagues.

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