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Nipavan Chiamvimonvat, MD
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
Aaron McGee, PhD
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
Taben Hale, PhD
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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
Roberta I. H. Matern, MD
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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
Erik Blackwood, PhD
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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
Michelle Huddleston, MD
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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
Tanya Kalin, MD, PhD
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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
Frank J. Rybicki, MD, PhD
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
Carla C. Allan, PhD
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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
Vasudha L. Bhavaraju, MD
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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
Maa-Ohui Quarmyne, MD
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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
Kelley T. Saunders, MD
Faculty Spotlight
Alumni Profile: Kelley T. Saunders, MD
Her mother’s battle with breast cancer inspired her career pivot to medicine
Donna L. Holland, MD, FACP, FAAP
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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
Yasmin Alishahi, MD, FACG
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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...
Jennifer Preston, MD, FACS
Faculty Spotlight
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
Laura Mercer, MD, MBA, MPH
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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
Stephanie Briney, DO
Faculty Spotlight
Women in Medicine and Science – Stephanie Briney, DO
Dr. Briney hopes to better prepare medical students for their diverse careers in clinical practice
Joyce K. Lee-Iannotti, MD
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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
Farah Husain, MD, FACS, FASMBS
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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
Rachael Smith, DO
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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...
Davinder Singh, MD
Faculty Spotlight
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
Mandi D. Conway, MD, FACS
Faculty Spotlight
Women in Medicine and Science - Mandi D. Conway, MD, FACS
Dr. Conway is the interim chair of the Department of Ophthalmology
Nilda L. Franco, MD
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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
Sophia Williams, MD, MPH
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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
Lisa M. Grimaldi, MD
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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
Meghan Spyres, MD
Faculty Spotlight
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
Anne-Michelle Ruha, MD
Faculty Spotlight
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
Dr. Rastogi and family at a Diamondbacks game volunteering for Phoenix Children's Hospital
Faculty Spotlight
Pediatric Neurologist Treats Children Suffering from Chronic Headaches
Dr. Rastogi finds calling caring for children who suffer from headaches
Anil Seetharam, MD
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Faculty Profile: Anil Seetharam, MD
Anil Seetharam, MD, treats patients who suffer from chronic liver disease
Nayan Patel, DO, MPH
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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
Alena S. Petty, DO
Faculty Spotlight
Faculty Profile: Alena S. Petty, DO
Dr. Petty is clinical assistant professor of Psychiatry at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
Lisa McClellan, MD, on a Global Health Trip in the Dominican Republic
Faculty Spotlight
Faculty Spotlight: Lisa McClellan, MD
UA College of Medicine – Phoenix faculty member Lisa McClellan, MD, trains medical students at Dominican Republic clinic
Won Hee Lee, PhD
Faculty Spotlight
Faculty Spotlight: Won Hee Lee
Researcher Won Hee Lee, PhD, studies link between environmental exposure and cardiovascular disease
View of Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix from the South
Faculty Spotlight
Faculty Spotlight: Anthony Wong
Emergency Medicine physician teaches the next generation of doctors at the College of Medicine – Phoenix
Cindi Standley, PhD, Stands in Front of Two Paintings in the HSEB
Faculty Spotlight
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
Pamela Garcia-Filion, PhD, MPH
Faculty Spotlight
Faculty Spotlight: Pamela Garcia-Filion, PhD, MPH
Faculty member awarded this year's best original paper for her work on optic nerve hypoplasia
Farshad Fani Marvasti, MD, MPH
Faculty Spotlight
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.
Amelia Gallitano, MD, PhD, at Work in Her Lab
Faculty Spotlight
Faculty Spotlight: Amelia Gallitano, MD, PhD
Dr. Amelia Gallitano is a physician-scientist whose goal is to improve the treatment of mental illnesses
Robert Roberts, MD, in the Grand Canyon
Faculty Spotlight
Faculty Spotlight: Robert Roberts, MD
Dr. Robert Roberts, the cardiologist who brought molecular biology and genetics to heart disease.
Marvin Moe Bell, MD, MPH, in the Lobby of the HSEB
Faculty Spotlight
Faculty Spotlight: Marvin Moe Bell, MD, MPH
Marvin Moe Bell, MD, MPH, seeks to improve medical education and patient care
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