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 2,500 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.
2,963
Total Teaching Faculty
1,283
Total Full-Time Faculty
9
Number of Clinical Partners
Updated: 3/4/26
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
U of A Research & Partnerships
Google Selects U of A for Quantum Research Group Focused on Life Sciences
News
Clinical Informatics Fellows Presented AI/ML-Driven Research at NIH Bridge2AI Meeting
BMI used the meeting as an opportunity to showcase their research progress and clinical informatics training
News
AAFMIC Conference Highlights Key Role Family Physicians Play in Research Discovery
Day-long conference featured keynote talks, as well as panels and research presentations
News
New Protocol Significantly Improves Outcomes for Patients Suffering a Heat-Related Illness
Patients’ temperatures cool at double the rate with new protocol, enhancing the odds of survival
News
Becker's Hospital Podcast
Inside a Decade of Collaboration between Banner Health and University of Arizona
Events
Staff
Stress Management During Difficult Times
May 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
This workshop focuses on prioritizing stress management when life becomes overwhelming and discovering resources to help you find balance or create space to regroup.
Researchers
WIMS Annual Spring Dinner
May 13, 2026 | 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Join us for our Annual Spring Dinner, with Keynote address by Patricia Prelock, Provost, Univeristy of Arizona
Staff
QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training
May 19, 2026 | 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Learn to recognize the warning signs of suicide and to question, persuade and refer someone to help
Staff
Sleep, a Key Component to Your Physical and Mental Wellbeing
May 20, 2026 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Join Dr. Michael Grandner, Director of the UA Sleep & Health Research Program, to learn about your sleep and health connection.
Faculty
Best Practices of Identifying and Supporting Learners in Distress
May 20, 2026 | 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
This session will be presented by Dr. Stephanie Briney and Dr. Donna Johnson
Staff
Investing in Your Child’s Future
May 20, 2026 | 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
This seminar will explore options for investing in a child’s future, including custodial accounts, 529 plans, and education savings accounts.
Staff
Sandwich Generation Strong: Tools for Multigenerational Caregiving
June 9, 2026 | 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
This presentation examines how sandwich generation caregiving has expanded beyond traditional definitions and offers practical strategies for self-care, prioritization, resource allocation, and managing multiple caregiving responsibilities effectively.
Staff
Ask Fidelity - The Role Roth IRAs Can Play in Retirement
June 11, 2026 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Live Q&A: The Role Roth IRAs Can Play in Retirement
Staff
The Mastery of Long-Distance Caregiving
June 16, 2026 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
This workshop addresses strategies for coordinating care from far away, navigating moves across state lines, building local support networks, and effectively using technology to bridge geographical gaps while maintaining quality care relationships.