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
Conference Highlights the Value and Impact of Providing Simulation-Based Education in Health Care
SIM 2024 taught health care professionals from across the country best practices for running an effective simulation center
News
New Therapeutic Target for Cardiac Arrhythmias Emerges
Research shows potential of new platform for testing of structural-based drug designs for cardiac arrhythmias
News
Women in Medicine and Science - Karyne Vinales, MD
Dr. Vinales partners with patients to manage metabolic conditions and be healthy
News
News Medical Life Sciences
NIH Awards Grant to Study How Dilated Cardiomyopathy Progresses to Heart Failure
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NIH Supports Researcher’s Effort to Discover Better Treatments for Heart Failure
Dr. Gladysheva received R01 grant to further study molecular mechanisms of coagulation factor XII as contributor to HFrEF
News
Women in Medicine and Science - I-Hui Chiang, MD
Dr. Chiang is committed to advancing patient care and mentoring the next generation of physicians
Events
Faculty
State of the College with Dean Fred Wondisford
October 15, 2024 | 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
The Dean will share recent successes and updates from the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
Researchers
New Faculty Welcome Reception
October 15, 2024 | 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
You’re invited to a reception to welcome eight faculty who recently joined our college
Faculty
U of A Health Sciences Library Workshop
October 15, 2024 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Citation Management. This hands-on workshop will teach you the basics of using citation management with Zotero.
Staff
The DNR and the POLST: Tools for Life Care Planning
October 16, 2024 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
It is crucial for every individual to know documents like the Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) and the POLST. By spreading awareness about these life care planning tools, we can make informed decisions regarding our medical affairs in case of an emergency.
Staff
Working on Empty: How Burnout Impacts You as a Manager or Supervisor
October 16, 2024 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
In this presentation, we are reviewing how burnout impacts managers and supervisors as well as discuss 6 ways to refill their tanks when working on “E”.
Faculty
Global Health Certificate of Distinction Seminar
October 16, 2024 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Global Health Certificate of Distinction Seminar. Navigating the Legal Dimensions of Global Health
Employees
QPR Gatekeeper Training
October 17, 2024 | 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Help save a life with three simple steps. Just as people trained in CPR help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and to question, persuade, and refer someone to help.
Faculty
Biostatistics & Study Design Workshops
October 17, 2024 | 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Please join us for the October Biostatistics & Study Design Workshop Series
Faculty
Departments of Basic Medical Sciences Seminar
October 17, 2024 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Toxoplasma gondii persistence: a balancing act between neurons and parasites