An expert in the area of cholesterol, statins and heart disease prevention. His research interest in the prevention of heart disease has led him to become an established investigator for the American Heart Association. Additionally, he has several National Institute of Health (NIH) grants to study leukocyte-endothelial adhesion molecules and novel markers for atherosclerosis. Previous accomplishments include honoured as Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the American College of Cardiology and the American College of Physicians. In 2014, Thomson Reuters recognised Christie as one of “The World’s Most Influential Scientific Minds”. Over 600 publications in the area of atherosclerosis, lipids and inflammation. Christie also serves as an Editorial Director for www.lipidsonline.org as well as Associate Editor for Circulation and The Journal of Cardiovascular Risk.

Prof. Christie M. Ballantyne has received financial support/sponsorship for research support, consultation, or speaker fees from the following companies: