The Office of Academic and Faculty Affairs is committed to developing a vibrant, engaged, diverse community of faculty. The office provides current and prospective faculty, administrative personnel, department chairs and college leaders with information and resources.
The College utilizes over 2,000 faculty — both on-campus and volunteer community physicians and scientists — who provide their skills, expertise and time to train the next generation of physicians. Our faculty share a strong commitment to:
- Inspire and provide excellence in the teaching of our medical students;
- Evidenced-based outcomes to accelerate research into practice;
- Dedicated service and advocacy to improve health outcomes for the communities served.
Faculty Affairs
- Apply for academic title with the UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix.
- Get involved with UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix education and research.
- Connect with current faculty.
- Access resources and tools for prospective and current faculty.
Career Development
- Navigate career progression.
- Sharpen your academic and research skills.
- Improve your teaching practice.
- Develop your leadership competency.
2,814
Total Teaching Faculty
1,275
Total Full-Time Faculty
9
Number of Clinical Partners
Updated: 8/22/24
Faculty Spotlights
Faculty Spotlight
Women in Medicine and Science - Nipavan Chiamvimonvat, MD
Her goal is to inspire the next generation of cardiovascular investigators, especially women and the underrepresented
Faculty Spotlight
New Research Suggests Synaptic Plasticity is More Autonomous than Previously Thought
Aaron McGee, PhD, and fellow researchers investigated the functions of synaptic plasticity in brain vision circuitry
Faculty Spotlight
Taben Hale, PhD, Named Vice Chair of Basic Medical Sciences and Associate Dean of Graduate Studies
Dr. Hale will continue to elevate the college’s reputation as a leader in translational research and medical education
Faculty Spotlight
Women in Medicine and Science - Roberta I. H. Matern, MD
Dr. Matern aims to inspire physicians to practice in areas in the most need
Faculty Spotlight
Erik Blackwood, PhD: Tackling A New Challenge in Heart Failure
Kinase associated with cancer may hold answers to the mechanisms behind heart failure with preserved ejection fraction
Faculty Spotlight
Women in Medicine and Science - Michelle Huddleston, MD
A champion for equitable access to care, Dr. Huddleston pursued Med-Peds because of its wide spectrum of care
Faculty Spotlight
Women in Medicine and Science - Tanya Kalin, MD, PhD
Dr. Kalin develops novel therapeutic approaches for chronic lung diseases, including cancer, to improve patients’ outcomes
Faculty Spotlight
Frank J. Rybicki, MD, PhD, Appointed Chair of the Department of Radiology
A renowned diagnostic radiologist, Dr. Rybicki specializes in cardiovascular imaging and 3D printing
Faculty Spotlight
Women to Watch in Medicine and Science – Carla C. Allan, PhD
To best serve patients struggling with mental health, Dr. Allan is developing adaptable intervention strategies
News
News
Sriram Iyengar, PhD, Named Fellow of American Medical Informatics Association
He was recognized as an AMIA Fellow for his contributions to informatics, resilience research and mentorship
News
Ekokobe Fonkem, DO, Joins the College as Vice Chair and Professor of Neurology
In addition to clinical practice, Dr. Fonkem conducts research to discover new therapies for cancer and neurological diseases
News
Arizona Physiological Society Annual Meeting Spotlighted Groundbreaking Research
The 18th annual meeting showcased developments in physiology research
News
Phoenix Children’s Research Institute Secures Three Prestigious National Institutes of Health (NIH) Grants
Grant funding will advance pediatric lung and spine research
News
reimagine Health Research Symposium Analyzed the Different Components of Aging
The 8th annual symposium highlighted the importance of improving human resilience as the body ages
News
Dean's State of the College Spotlights 2025's Achievements
Dean Wondisford discussed the college's immense impact, as well as plans for the future
Events
Staff
Metabolism in the Southwest Seminar Series
February 2, 2026 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Seminar Title: New Pathways in Lipid Transport
Faculty
Solidarity Week for Compassionate Patient Care
February 9, 2026 8:00 AM | February 13, 2026 6:30 PM
Solidarity Week celebrates the special bond of trust and compassion between patients and physicians
Faculty
Primary Care Physician Workforce Development Summit
February 10, 2026 | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
The Summit brings together healthcare leaders and educators to address Arizona’s primary care physician shortage.
Community
University of Arizona Giving Day
February 11, 2026 12:00 PM | February 12, 2026 12:00 PM
Your gift to the college, no matter the size, makes a difference to our doctors, researchers, students and community
Staff
Permission to Pause: Self-Care Resources
February 12, 2026 | 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Learn to build structured support networks and create sustainable care plans for long-term success.
Current Students
Radiology Interest Night
February 17, 2026 | 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Students will have the opportunity to meet faculty from Radiology division, enjoy food, hear speakers, engage with other medical students and residents, and learn more about the division.
Current Students
Dermatology Interest Night. Meet the Pediatric Dermatologist
February 18, 2026 | 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Students will have the opportunity to meet faculty from Dermatology division, enjoy food, hear speakers, engage with other medical students and residents, and learn more about the division.
Faculty
Third Annual Banner – University Medicine GI Symposium
February 21, 2026 | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
A full-day event featuring expert-led lectures, hands-on training, and updates on the latest advances in diagnosing and managing GI diseases.
Faculty
First Annual Endocrine and Women's Health Conference
February 28, 2026 | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
A focus on applying current guidelines and evidence to improve patient outcomes