Walter K. Kraft, MD
Professor
Director, Clinical Research Unit
Director, Office of Human Research

Contact
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Philadelphia, PA 19107
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215-955-5681 fax
Walter K. Kraft, MD
Professor
Director, Clinical Research Unit
Director, Office of Human Research
Education
Medical School
University of Pittsburgh - 1995
Residency
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Fellowship
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Publications
- Polygenic risk scores and the need for pharmacotherapy in neonatal abstinence syndrome
- Ondansetron to reduce neonatal opioid withdrawal severity a randomized clinical trial
- Platelet protease activated receptor 4 (PAR 4) receptor genotype is associated with an increased risk of preterm birth
- Pharmacokinetics of apixaban and tacrolimus or cyclosporine in kidney and lung transplant recipients
- Clinical Pharmacology and the Best Use of Public Research Investment
Board Certification
Internal Medicine
Clinical Pharmacology
Hospital Appointment
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Expertise & Research Interests
Research Interests:
Phase one clinical trials
Treatment of neonatal abstinence syndrome
Clinical Pharmacology
Clinical Interests:
Anticoagulation
Hospital-based vascular medicine consultation
Industrial Relevance
Dr. Kraft has expertise in the clinical, regulatory, and managerial aspects of Phase 1 drug development.