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
First-of-Its-Kind Cancer Therapy Targets ‘Undruggable’ Protein Interaction
Phoenix scientists pioneer a new cancer therapy by disrupting a protein link that helps tumors survive and spread
News
Societal Stressors Shown to Have Serious Impact on Heart Health
High blood pressure, obesity, sleep apnea and diabetes all potential consequences for those effected by their environment
News
Arizona Academic Family Medicine Innovation Conference Showcased Innovations and Goals for Improving Primary Care in Arizona
Third annual conference welcomed the medical community to discuss pressing issues in primary care
News
Jennifer Hartmark-Hill, MD, Honored at the ArMA Health Care Awards
Dr. Hartmark-Hill received the Distinguished Service Award, the organization’s highest honor
Events
Staff
Metabolism in the Southwest Seminar Series
May 19, 2025 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Seminar Title: New Insight into Thyroid Hormone Signaling
Staff
Creating a Care Plan
May 20, 2025 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
This workshop aims to provide various approaches, ideas, and interactive sessions to address our unique caregiving challenges.
Staff
Webinar: Ask CAPTRUST: How Dollar-Cost Averaging Can Work for You
May 21, 2025 | 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Participants will learn how this approach can reduce the impact of market turbulence on their portfolios over time.
Staff
Works in Progress & Pizza Seminars (WIPPS)
May 23, 2025 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Study of mechanisms mediating auditory function paragangliomas
Faculty
Department of Medicine Health Care Advancement Symposium
June 6, 2025 | 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
This symposium will review groundbreaking research. The focus is on improving health outcomes for all populations.
Staff
Quarterly economic and market update
July 9, 2025 | 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Hear from the experts in our Wealth Chief Investment Office about key drivers of the markets and economy that are impacting investors.
Staff
Webinar: Ask CAPTRUST: The Annuity Product for You
July 16, 2025 | 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Participants will learn how to evaluate annuity products; how to assess costs, risks, and benefits; and how to determine if an annuity is a good fit for their retirement income strategy.
Community
Class of 2029 White Coat Ceremony
July 18, 2025 | 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM
The white coat is a symbol of dedication and commitment to becoming a compassionate and competent physician
Staff
Steps to Secure Your Retirement Income
August 12, 2025 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
A critical checkpoint for anyone halfway down the road to retirement. We’ll cover successful money management, how to juggle competing financial demands and retirement-saving strategies that can help put you on the path to lifelong financial security.