Kristine Meister, PNP

Dr. Shahryar Chowdhury completed undergraduate and medical school at the University of Florida. He went on to complete his pediatric residency at the University of South Carolina. His pediatric cardiology fellowship and advanced non-invasive imaging training were completed at the Medical University of South Carolina. He joined the staff at MUSC in 2014. Dr. Chowdhury has expertise in echocardiography and cardiac CT. In addition, he sees patients in our pediatric cardiology acute care unit in the Children's Hospital. Dr. Chowdhury currently serves as the associate director of the pediatric cardiology fellowship training program. Dr. Chowdhury’s research interests include determining the accuracy of non-invasive measures of ventricular function, investigating the ability of these measures to predict outcomes in children with heart disease, determining the pathophysiologic mechanisms behind heart failure in patients with single ventricle physiology, and investigating the effects of childhood obesity on the heart. He has presented his work at regional, national, and international meetings; has published numerous articles; and has been the recipient of awards and grants to support his research.

Patti Long is an esteemed healthcare professional with an extensive and dedicated neonatal care career spanning several decades. Her expertise and leadership roles within various prestigious medical institutions underscore her commitment to high-quality patient care and nursing education. Currently serving at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital in Charleston, SC, since 1995, Patti functions as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner. Her responsibilities include managing the care of sick and premature neonates, attending high-risk deliveries, and providing clinical guidance to the medical team. Her wealth of experience extends to roles at Florida Hospital and the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, where she excelled in diverse nursing capacities, ranging from staff nurse to charge nurse, nurse preceptor, and neonatal transport team member. Patti's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Marycrest College and a Master of Science in Nursing focusing on Neonatal Nurse Practitioner from MUSC College of Nursing. Her numerous certifications and accomplishments in neonatal care, including NCC Board Certification and specialized licensure, reflect her dedication to staying current in the field. Patti Long's comprehensive experience, leadership roles, and dedication to health care and community initiatives illustrate her unwavering commitment to improving neonatal care and nursing education.