William Davis studied biology at Vanderbilt University and obtained his medical doctor at Lousiana State University New Orleans. He completed post graduate training in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology at Ochsner Medical Center and the University of Michigan. While a rheumatology fellow at the University of Michigan, he was actively involved in T Cell immunology research in the lab of Dr David Fox. In 1991 he joined Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans as a staff physician and teaching faculty member. At Ochsner his clinical research interests have included functional status in systemic lupus, emerging drug therapies for rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and psoriatic arthritis. Recent translational research has included the role of T follicular helper cells in rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, and the role of nutrition in systemic lupus.
Journal Article: Sex disparities in pathological features and autoimmunity in high fat diet associated lupus mouse model
Zhang, Xin, Meng, Juan, Lobo, Gitanjali, Patel, Ronak, Ray, Alicia Nicole, Quinet, Robert, Davis, William, Zakem, Jerald, Hayat, Samina and You, Zongbing (2023). Sex disparities in pathological features and autoimmunity in high fat diet associated lupus mouse model. The Journal of Immunology, 210 (1_Supplement), 77.05-77.05. doi: 10.4049/jimmunol.210.supp.77.05
Journal Article: Lupus pathogenesis and autoimmunity are exacerbated by high fat diet-induced obesity in MRL/lpr mice
Zhang, Xin, Meng, Juan, Shi, Xuhua, Quinet, Robert James, Davis, William, Zakem, Jerald, Keshavamurthy, Chandana, Patel, Ronak, Lobo, Gitanjali, Hellmers, Linh, Ray, Alicia Nicole, Rivers, Laura E, Ali, Hiba, Posas-Mendoza, Therese, Hille, Chad and You, Zongbing (2023). Lupus pathogenesis and autoimmunity are exacerbated by high fat diet-induced obesity in MRL/lpr mice. Lupus Science and Medicine, 10 (1) e000898, 1-9. doi: 10.1136/lupus-2023-000898
Journal Article: Etiologies and management of haemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis: is it time for an updated protocol and targeted treatments?
Posas-Mendoza, Therese F., McLeod, Cara, Davis, William, Zakem, Jerald and Quinet, Robert (2021). Etiologies and management of haemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis: is it time for an updated protocol and targeted treatments?. Rheumatology, 60 (6), 2927-2933. doi: 10.1093/rheumatology/keaa741
Zhang, Xin, Meng, Juan, Lobo, Gitanjali, Patel, Ronak, Ray, Alicia Nicole, Quinet, Robert, Davis, William, Zakem, Jerald, Hayat, Samina and You, Zongbing (2023). Sex disparities in pathological features and autoimmunity in high fat diet associated lupus mouse model. The Journal of Immunology, 210 (1_Supplement), 77.05-77.05. doi: 10.4049/jimmunol.210.supp.77.05
Lupus pathogenesis and autoimmunity are exacerbated by high fat diet-induced obesity in MRL/lpr mice
Zhang, Xin, Meng, Juan, Shi, Xuhua, Quinet, Robert James, Davis, William, Zakem, Jerald, Keshavamurthy, Chandana, Patel, Ronak, Lobo, Gitanjali, Hellmers, Linh, Ray, Alicia Nicole, Rivers, Laura E, Ali, Hiba, Posas-Mendoza, Therese, Hille, Chad and You, Zongbing (2023). Lupus pathogenesis and autoimmunity are exacerbated by high fat diet-induced obesity in MRL/lpr mice. Lupus Science and Medicine, 10 (1) e000898, 1-9. doi: 10.1136/lupus-2023-000898
Posas-Mendoza, Therese F., McLeod, Cara, Davis, William, Zakem, Jerald and Quinet, Robert (2021). Etiologies and management of haemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis: is it time for an updated protocol and targeted treatments?. Rheumatology, 60 (6), 2927-2933. doi: 10.1093/rheumatology/keaa741
Axillary block-induced chemical sympathectomy in the setting of digital ischemia
Soberon, J.R., Truxillo, T.M., Gethers, C.C., Smith, T.A. and Davis, W.E. (2017). Axillary block-induced chemical sympathectomy in the setting of digital ischemia. The Ochsner Journal, 16 (4), 450-456.
Soberon, Jose R., Jr., Greengrass, Roy A., Davis, William E., Murray, Peter M. and Feinglass, Neil (2016). Intermediate-term follow-up of chronically ill patients with digital ischemia treated with peripheral digital sympathectomy. Rheumatology International, 36 (2), 301-307. doi: 10.1007/s00296-015-3383-1
Zhang, X., Lindwall, E., Gauthier, C., Lyman, J., Spencer, N., Alarakhia, A., Fraser, A., Ing, S., Chen, M., Webb-Detiege, T., Zakem, J., Davis, W., Choi, Y. S. and Quinet, R. (2015). Circulating CXCR5+CD4+helper T cells in systemic lupus erythematosus patients share phenotypic properties with germinal center follicular helper T cells and promote antibody production. Lupus, 24 (9), 909-917. doi: 10.1177/0961203314567750
Lindwall, Elvira, Singla, Shikha, Davis, William E. and Quinet, Robert J. (2015). Novel PSTPIP1 gene mutation in a patient with pyogenic arthritis, pyoderma gangrenosum and acne (PAPA) syndrome. Seminars in Arthritis and Rheumatism, 45 (1), 91-93. doi: 10.1016/j.semarthrit.2015.02.012
Squamous cell carcinoma and eosinophilia in a long-term course of pansclerotic morphea
Grewal, Inderjote, Khan, Omar and Davis, William (2014). Squamous cell carcinoma and eosinophilia in a long-term course of pansclerotic morphea. BMJ Case Reports, 2014 (oct13 1) 205737, bcr2014205737-bcr2014205737. doi: 10.1136/bcr-2014-205737
Fibromyalgia: Can Online Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Help?
Menga, Gwendoline, Ing, Sharon, Khan, Omar, Dupre, Bobby, Dornelles, Adriana C., Alarakhia, Anika, Davis, William, Zakem, Jerald, Webb-Detiege, Tamika, Scopelitis, Eve and Quinet, Robert (2014). Fibromyalgia: Can Online Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Help?. Ochsner Journal, 14 (3), 343-349.
Follicular helper T cells: New insights into mechanisms of autoimmune diseases
Zhang, Xin, Ing, Sharon, Fraser, Austin, Chen, Minzi, Khan, Omar, Zakem, Jerald, Davis, William and Quinet, Robert (2013). Follicular helper T cells: New insights into mechanisms of autoimmune diseases. Ochsner Journal, 13 (1), 131-139.
Spanning generationsvappointment reminder preferences among patients with rheumatic diseases
Gauthier, C., Lindwall, E., Davis, W. and Quinet, R. (2012). Spanning generationsvappointment reminder preferences among patients with rheumatic diseases. Journal of Clinical Rheumatology, 18 (6), 294-297. doi: 10.1097/RHU.0b013e3182676b6b
Vitamin deficiency after gastric bypass surgery: A review
Matrana, Marc R. and Davis, William E. (2009). Vitamin deficiency after gastric bypass surgery: A review. Southern Medical Journal, 102 (10), 1025-1031. doi: 10.1097/SMJ.0b013e3181b62614
The skinny on a growing problem: Dry Beriberi after bariatric surgery
Matrana, Mark R., Vasireddy, Sreekanth and Davis, William E. (2008). The skinny on a growing problem: Dry Beriberi after bariatric surgery. Annals of Internal Medicine, 149 (11), 842-844. doi: 10.7326/0003-4819-149-11-200812020-00026
Matrana, Marc and Davis, William E. (2008). Training beyond Katrina. American Journal of the Medical Sciences, 336 (2), 156-158. doi: 10.1097/MAJ.0b013e31818132eb
Quintos-Macasa, Anne-Marie, Quinet, Robert, Spady, Malik, Zakem, Jerald, Davis, William, Menon, Yamini, Serebro, Leonard and Krousel-Wood, M. A. (2007). Implementation of a mandatory rheumatology osteoporosis consultation in patients with low-impact hip fracture. Journal of Clinical Rheumatology, 13 (2), 70-72. doi: 10.1097/01.rhu.0000260497.84746.dd
Saba, Jihan, Quinet, Robert J., Davis, William E., Krousel-Wood, Marie, Chambers, Richard, Gomez, Natalie, Serebro, Leonard and Nair, Priya (2003). Inverse correlation of each functional status scale of the SF-36 with degree of disease activity in systemic lupus erythematosus (m-SLAM). Joint Bone Spine, 70 (5), 348-351. doi: 10.1016/S1297-319X(03)00065-4
Splenic rupture as the presenting manifestation of vasculitis
McCain, Michelle, Quinet, Robert, Davis, William, Serebro, Leonard, Zakem, Jerald, Nair, Priya and Ishaq, Saliha (2002). Splenic rupture as the presenting manifestation of vasculitis. Seminars in Arthritis and Rheumatism, 31 (5), 311-316. doi: 10.1053/sarh.2002.30636
Etanercept and infliximab associated with cutaneous vasculitis
McCain, M. E., Quinet, R. J. and Davis, W. E. (2002). Etanercept and infliximab associated with cutaneous vasculitis. Rheumatology, 41 (1), 116-117. doi: 10.1093/rheumatology/41.1.116
Activation Pathways of Synovial Lymphocytes-T - Expression and Function of the Um4d4/cdw60 Antigen
Fox, DA, Millard, JA, Kan, L, Zeldes, WS, Davis, W, Higgs, J, Emmrich, F and Kinne, RW (1990). Activation Pathways of Synovial Lymphocytes-T - Expression and Function of the Um4d4/cdw60 Antigen. Journal of Clinical Investigation, 86 (4), 1124-1136. doi: 10.1172/JCI114817
Activation of Human T-Cell Clones Through the Um4d4 Cdw60 Surface-Antigen
Fox, DA, Davis, W, Zeldes, W, Kan, L, Higgs, J, Duby, AD and Holoshitz, J (1990). Activation of Human T-Cell Clones Through the Um4d4 Cdw60 Surface-Antigen. Cellular Immunology, 128 (2), 480-489. doi: 10.1016/0008-8749(90)90042-P
Higgs, JB, Zeldes, W, Kozarsky, K, Schteingart, M, Li, K, Bohlke, P, Krieger, K, Davis, W and Fox, DA (1988). A Novel Pathway of Human Lymphocyte-T Activation - Identification by a Monoclonal-Antibody Generated Against a Rheumatoid Synovial T-Cell Line. Journal of Immunology, 140 (11), 3758-3765.
Zhang, Xin, Migliore, Frank, Hellmers, Linh, Bradley, Sedrick, Zakem, Jerald, Davis, William, You, Zongbing and Quinet, Robert (2018). Selective inhibition of Tfh cells by a small molecule inhibitor abrogates progression of experimental inflammatory arthritis. Immunology Meeting, Austin, TX, United States, 4-8 May 2018. Rockville, MD, United States: American Association of Immunologists.
Migliore, Frank, Quinet, Robert, Davis, William E., Wray, Daniel, Hilbun, Timothy and Budziakowska, Magdelena (2017). Improving the quality of care in Systemic Lupus Erythematosis (SLE) through time-structured, information technology-enhanced, quality improvement indicator-driven patient Management. 2017 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA, United States, 3-8 November 2017. Hoboken, NJ, United States: John Wiley & Sons.
Migliore, Frank, Bradley, Sedrick, Hellmers, Linh, Quresh, Quretul, Zakem, Jerald M., Davis, William E., Webb-Detiege, Tamika, You, Zongbing, Quinet, Robert and Zhang, Xin (2017). Selective inhibition of Tfh cells by a small molecule inhibitor abrogates progression of experimental inflammatory arthritis. 2017 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA, United States, 3-8 November 2017. Hoboken, NJ, United States: John Wiley & Sons.
Zhang, Xin, Migliore, Frank, Budziakowska, Magdalena, Quresh, Quretul, Zakem, Jerald, Webb-Detiege, Tannika, Davis, Willam, You, Zongbing and Quinet, Robert (2017). The distinct role of Tfh and Th17 cells and their interplay in the pathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis. Annual Meeting of the American-Association-of-Immunologists (AAI), Washington Dc, May 12-16, 2017. AMER ASSOC IMMUNOLOGISTS.
Quinet, R., Chen, M., Fraser, A., Zakem, J., Davis, W. and Zhang, X. (2015). Engagement of BAFF with its receptor and its regulation by prednisone treatment in patients with System Lupus Erythematosus. unknown, unknown, unknown. Ospedaletto, Italy: Pacini Editore SpA.
Singla, Shikha, Chen, Minzi, Poundsr, Jerry, Khan, Omar, Zakem, Jerald M., Collins, Kismet, Webb-Detiege, Tamika, Davis, William E., Quinet, Robert and Zhang, Xin (2014). Follicular Helper T Cells Control Autoimmunity through IL-21/IL-21 Receptor Interaction in RA Patients. HOBOKEN: WILEY-BLACKWELL.
Chen, Minzi, Davis, William E., Fraser, Austin, Zakem, Jerald M., Scopelitis, Eve, Collins, Kismet, Webb-Detiege, Tamika A. and Quinet, Robert (2013). Adoption Of New Electronic Medical Records May Inhibit Documentation Of Physician Quality Reporting System. 77th Annual Meeting of the American College of Rheumatology / 48th Annual Meeting of the Association of Rheumatology Health Professionals, San Diego CA, United States, 25-30 October 2013. Hoboken, NJ United States: John Wiley and Sons. doi: 10.1002/art.38216
Ing, Sharon, Alarakhia, Anika, Lindwall, Elvira, Fraser, Austin, Zakem, Jerald M., Davis, William E., Webb-Detiege, Tamika A., Quinet, Robert and Zhang, Xin (2012). Identification of Follicular Helper T Cells As a Novel Cell Population Potentially Involved in the Pathogenesis of Rheumatoid Arthritis. Annual Scientific Meeting of the American-College-of-Rheumatology (ACR) and Association-of-Rheumatology-Health-Professionals (ARHP), Washington Dc, Nov 09-14, 2012. HOBOKEN: WILEY-BLACKWELL.
Evaluation of Fungal Sensitivity in the Greater New Orleans Area
Dhanani, K. Z., Black, J. G., Weaver, H., Carlson, J. C. and Davis, W. E. (2012). Evaluation of Fungal Sensitivity in the Greater New Orleans Area. Annual Meeting of the American-Academy-of-Allergy-Asthma-and-Immunology (AAAAI), Orlando Fl, Mar 02-06, 2012. NEW YORK: MOSBY-ELSEVIER. doi: 10.1016/j.jaci.2011.12.030
Lindwall, Elvira, Gauthier, Carl, Alarakhia, Anika, Menga, Gwendoline, Zakem, Jerald M., Davis, William E., Webb-Detiege, Tamika A., Choi, Young Sung, Quinet, Robert and Zhang, Xin (2011). Circulating T Helper Cells in Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Share the Phenotypic Property with Lymphoid T Follicular Helper Cells. 75th Annual Scientific Meeting of the American-College-of-Rheumatology/46th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Association-of-Rheumatology-Health-Professionals, Chicago Il, Nov 04-09, 2011. MALDEN: WILEY-BLACKWELL.
Fibromyalgia: Can Online Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Help?
Menga, Gwendoline, Dupre, Bobby J., Gauthier, Carl, Davis, William E., Webb-Detiege, Tamika A., Scopelitis, Eve, Zakem, Jerald M. and Quinet, Robert (2011). Fibromyalgia: Can Online Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Help?. 75th Annual Scientific Meeting of the American-College-of-Rheumatology/46th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Association-of-Rheumatology-Health-Professionals, Chicago Il, Nov 04-09, 2011. MALDEN: WILEY-BLACKWELL.
Dhanani, K. Z., Kado, R. K., Davis, W. E. and Wild, L. G. (2011). Lack of Standardization of Fungal Extracts Between Different Manufacturers Decreases the Reliability of Skin Testing for Fungal Species. American-Academy-of-Allergy-Asthma-and-Immunology Annual Meeting, San Francisco Ca, Mar 18-22, 2011. NEW YORK: MOSBY-ELSEVIER. doi: 10.1016/j.jaci.2010.12.479
A Lung Nodule, Plasma Cells and Lupus
Morrison, R., Kantrow, S., Davis, W. and Silva, A. (2010). A Lung Nodule, Plasma Cells and Lupus. Southern Regional Meeting 2010, New Orleans La, Feb 25-27, 2010. PHILADELPHIA: LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS.
Recovery from Hurricane Katrina: Aerobiology in Four New Orleans Neighborhoods
Levetin, E., Owens, C., Davis, W., Weaver, H. and Rabito, F. (2010). Recovery from Hurricane Katrina: Aerobiology in Four New Orleans Neighborhoods. 66th Annual Meeting of the American-Academy-of-Allergy-Asthma-and-Immunology, New Orleans La, Feb 26-Mar 02, 2010. NEW YORK: MOSBY-ELSEVIER. doi: 10.1016/j.jaci.2009.12.092
The Relationship Between Mold Exposure and Allergic Response in Post-Katrina New Orleans
Rabito, F., Perry, S., Davis, W. E. and Levetin, E. (2010). The Relationship Between Mold Exposure and Allergic Response in Post-Katrina New Orleans. NEW YORK: AMER THORACIC SOC.
Post-Katrina Changes in Ragweed Pollen Concentrations and Sensitivity Levels
Davis, W. E., Weaver, H. and Levetin, E. (2009). Post-Katrina Changes in Ragweed Pollen Concentrations and Sensitivity Levels. 65th Annual Meeting of the American-Academy-of-Allergy-Asthma-and-Immunology, Washington Dc, Mar 13-17, 2009. NEW YORK: MOSBY-ELSEVIER. doi: 10.1016/j.jaci.2008.12.344
Implementation of a mandatory osteoporosis consultation in patients with low intensity hip fracture.
Quintos-Macasa, AM, Spady, M, Quinet, R, Zakem, J, Davis, W, Serebro, L and Menon, Y (2005). Implementation of a mandatory osteoporosis consultation in patients with low intensity hip fracture.. 69th Annual Scientific Meeting of the American-College-of-Rheumatology/40th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Association-of-Rheumatology-Health-Professionals, San Diego Ca, Nov 12-17, 2005. HOBOKEN: WILEY-BLACKWELL.
Increased frequency of pre-plasma cells and activated memory B cells in SLE patients.
Brown, DJ, Quinet, RJ, McCain, ME, Zhang, X, Park, C, Davis, WE, Serebro, LH, Zakem, JM, Krousel-Wood, M and Jiang, M (2003). Increased frequency of pre-plasma cells and activated memory B cells in SLE patients.. 67th Annual Scientific Meeting of the American-College-of-Rheumatology/38th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Association-of-Rheumatology-Health-Professionals, Orlando, FL, United States, 23-28 October 2003. Hoboken, NJ, United States: John Wiley & Sons.
Screening heel ultrasound from primary care settings effectively guides treatment.
Brown, DJ, Quinet, RJ, Davis, WE, Serebro, LH, Zakem, JM, Krousel-Wood, M and Ishaq, S (2003). Screening heel ultrasound from primary care settings effectively guides treatment.. 25th Annual Meeting of the American-Society-for-Bone-and-Mineral-Research, Minneapolis, MN, United States, 19-23 September 2003. Hoboken, NJ, United States: Wiley-Blackwell.
Davis, WE, Quinet, RJ, KrouselWood, MA, Chambers, R, Gomez, N and Serebro, LH (1996). Fatigue does not explain the strong inverse correlation between health/functional status (SF-36) and disease activity (SLAM-R) in SLE.. PHILADELPHIA: LIPPINCOTT-RAVEN PUBL.
Quinet, RJ, Davis, WE, KrouselWood, MA, Chambers, R, Gomez, N and Serebro, LH (1996). Striking inverse correlation of each functional status scale (SF-36) with degree of disease activity in SLE (SLAM-R). PHILADELPHIA: LIPPINCOTT-RAVEN PUBL.