SUMMARY
Thomas R. Flipse, M.D., is a cardiologist who also engages in research on aviation physiology. In particular, Dr. Flipse's research interests include physiological events and collaboration with the U.S. Department of Defense on remote monitoring.
Dr. Flipse also is a U.S. Navy captain and serves in the U.S. Navy Reserve. He served as a flight surgeon for a combat helicopter squadron during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Dr. Flipse held three certifications in the Navy: aviation medicine, cardiovascular disease and internal medicine. He also has served as an aviation medical examiner for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and is a federal air surgeon cardiology consultant.
Focus areas
Dr. Flipse's research projects use wearable monitoring technology and a high-dimensional phenotype lab to focus on physiological changes that occur in unusual circumstances, such as in a dynamic flight environment or extended military operations in remote areas.
Significance to patient care
Dr. Flipse hopes that his research efforts will identify potentially disabling physiological changes early, allowing prompt intervention to prevent aircraft mishaps.