Oliver Wearing, PhD
Expert in Cardiovascular Physiology & Preclinical Microsurgery
Oliver Wearing, PhD
Expert in Cardiovascular Physiology & Preclinical Microsurgery
Professional Summary
Oliver Wearing, PhD, brings over a decade of specialized experience in preclinical cardiovascular research. He has developed expertise in ventricular pressure-volume loop data collection and analysis, focusing on both acute and chronic cardiovascular measurements, including blood pressure, sympathetic nerve activity, and blood flow. Oliver has honed his microsurgical skills working across North America and Europe, applying these advanced techniques to model physiological and pathological conditions. His work includes significant contributions to telemetry implantation and post-surgical recovery, further advancing cardiovascular research. Oliver is passionate about training and mentoring early-career researchers, helping them improve their technical skills in cardiovascular microsurgery and pressure-volume loop analysis.
Core Competencies
- Ventricular Pressure-Volume Loops:
Oliver has dedicated years to mastering the collection and analysis of ventricular pressure-volume loops in various animal models and disease states, resulting in high-quality data to assess cardiac function and hemodynamics. - Microsurgical Procedures:
With extensive experience in microsurgery, Oliver excels in vascular catheterization for blood pressure monitoring and sympathetic nerve activity recording, ensuring precise and reproducible results. - Telemetry Implantation & Monitoring:
Oliver is skilled in the implantation and management of telemetry systems, allowing for continuous physiological monitoring. His expertise supports integrative cardiovascular assessments across multiple physiological parameters. - Training & Mentorship:
Oliver is committed to training researchers in advanced surgical techniques, including cardiac pressure-volume loop procedures and telemetry implantation. He provides hands-on mentorship to ensure high-quality technical execution and data reliability.
Personal Philosophy
Oliver believes in the importance of continuous learning and knowledge transfer in the preclinical research community. By focusing on mentorship and thorough technical training, he seeks to elevate the quality of research through the refinement of surgical techniques and careful attention to detail. His collaborative approach fosters an environment where researchers can excel in their work, ensuring the highest standards in data quality.