Debbie Gipson

Associate Professor, Department of Pediatrics and Communicable Diseases, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

Dr. Debbie Gipson is the principal investigator and co-investigator for clinical trials and long-term outcome studies for children and adults with nephrotic syndrome, including focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, and minimal change disease. This effort is augmented by research of best practices for the care of individuals with nephrotic syndrome and the generation of clinical practice guidelines for the management of childhood onset nephrotic syndrome. Dr. Gipson's research team is engaged in understanding the impact kidney disease on brain function and quality of life in children. Dr. Gipson is the Associate Director for the UM Clinical Research Management workgroup of the Michigan Institute for Clinical and Health Research. She earned her medical degree at Indiana University Medical Center.