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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
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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
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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
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Women in Medicine and Science - Roberta I. H. Matern, MD
Dr. Matern aims to inspire physicians to practice in areas in the most need
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Women to Watch in Medicine and Science – Vasudha L. Bhavaraju, MD
As an expert in medical education, Dr. Bhavaraju enjoys engaging with and guiding the next generation of physicians
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Women to Watch in Medicine and Science – Maa-Ohui Quarmyne, MD
Dr. Quarmyne strives to provide equity in health care for adults with sickle cell disease
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Alumni Profile: Kelley T. Saunders, MD
Her mother’s battle with breast cancer inspired her career pivot to medicine
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Women in Medicine and Science – Donna L. Holland, MD, FACP, FAAP
Dr. Holland seeks to eliminate barriers to equitable health care and to train the her physicians to continue that mission
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Women in Medicine and Science – Yasmin Alishahi, MD, FACG
Dr. Alishahi finds purpose in helping veteran patients with GI disorders and teaching the next generation of...
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Women in Medicine and Science – Jennifer Preston, MD, FACS
Dr. Preston is training the next generation of surgeons using the latest technological advancements in the field
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Women in Medicine and Science – Laura Mercer, MD, MBA, MPH
Dr. Mercer works to alleviate the inequities in women’s health care
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Women in Medicine and Science – Stephanie Briney, DO
Dr. Briney hopes to better prepare medical students for their diverse careers in clinical practice
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Women in Medicine and Science – Joyce K. Lee-Iannotti, MD
Dr. Lee-Iannotti helps patients improve their brain function and overall health by getting a good night’s sleep
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Women in Medicine and Science – Farah Husain, MD, FACS, FASMBS
For Dr. Husain, eliminating the stigmas around obesity management is key to long-term improvement in care
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Women in Medicine and Science - Rachael Smith, DO
Rachael Smith, DO, is a clinical assistant professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Arizona College of...
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Women in Medicine and Science - Davinder Singh, MD
A clinical associate professor of Child Health, Dr. Singh is the division chief of Plastic Surgery at PCH
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Women in Medicine and Science - Mandi D. Conway, MD, FACS
Dr. Conway is the interim chair of the Department of Ophthalmology
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Women in Medicine and Science - Nilda L. Franco, MD
A clinical assistant professor at the college, Dr. Franco leads the Division of Hospital Medicine at Banner – UMC Phoenix
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Women in Medicine and Science - Sophia Williams, MD, MPH
Clinical associate professor at the college specializes in pulmonary medicine at Phoenix Children's Hospital
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Women in Medicine and Science - Lisa M. Grimaldi, MD
Dr. Grimaldi is a staff physician in the Division of Cardiovascular Intensive Care at Phoenix Children's Hospital
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Women in Medicine and Science - Meghan Spyres, MD
Dr. Spyres, a clinical associate professor at the college, co-founded Women in Toxicology to mentor young toxicologists
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Women in Medicine and Science - Anne-Michelle Ruha, MD
Dr. Ruha is a professor at the college, as well as the chair of Toxicology at Banner – UMC Phoenix
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Pediatric Neurologist Treats Children Suffering from Chronic Headaches
Dr. Rastogi finds calling caring for children who suffer from headaches
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Faculty Profile: Anil Seetharam, MD
Anil Seetharam, MD, treats patients who suffer from chronic liver disease
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Faculty Profile: Nayan Patel, DO
As a transplant hepatologist, Nayan Patel, DO, MPH, cares for patients during their most vulnerable times
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Faculty Profile: Alena S. Petty, DO
Dr. Petty is clinical assistant professor of Psychiatry at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
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Faculty Spotlight: Lisa McClellan, MD
UA College of Medicine – Phoenix faculty member Lisa McClellan, MD, trains medical students at Dominican Republic clinic
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Faculty Spotlight: Won Hee Lee
Researcher Won Hee Lee, PhD, studies link between environmental exposure and cardiovascular disease
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Faculty Spotlight: Anthony Wong
Emergency Medicine physician teaches the next generation of doctors at the College of Medicine – Phoenix
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Faculty Spotlight: Cynthia Standley, PhD
Dr. Standley always knew she wanted to wear a white coat, but she never expected it to be spattered with paint
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Faculty Spotlight: Pamela Garcia-Filion, PhD, MPH
Faculty member awarded this year's best original paper for her work on optic nerve hypoplasia
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Faculty Spotlight: Farshad Fani Marvasti, MD, MPH
Farshad Fani Marvasti, MD, MPH, to discuss the healing powers of food at Mini-Medical School community lecture series.
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Faculty Spotlight: Amelia Gallitano, MD, PhD
Dr. Amelia Gallitano is a physician-scientist whose goal is to improve the treatment of mental illnesses
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Faculty Spotlight: Robert Roberts, MD
Dr. Robert Roberts, the cardiologist who brought molecular biology and genetics to heart disease.
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Faculty Spotlight: Marvin Moe Bell, MD, MPH
Marvin Moe Bell, MD, MPH, seeks to improve medical education and patient care