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
Phoenix Children’s Research Institute Secures Three Prestigious National Institutes of Health (NIH) Grants
Grant funding will advance pediatric lung and spine research
News
reimagine Health Research Symposium Analyzed the Different Components of Aging
The 8th annual symposium highlighted the importance of improving human resilience as the body ages
News
Dean's State of the College Spotlights 2025's Achievements
Dean Wondisford discussed the college's immense impact, as well as plans for the future
News
College Welcomes Ebrahim Talaee, PhD, as New Assistant Dean for Assessment and Evaluation
Dr. Talaee specializes in assessment, evaluation, data visualization, analytics and continuous quality improvement
News
Groundbreaking Metabolism Research Receives $6.8 Million in Funding
Dr. Zhang’s team explores how disruptions in liver metabolism contribute to obesity, diabetes and heart disease
Events
Staff
Caregiving and Self-Care in the New Year
January 13, 2026 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
This workshop provides practical strategies for defining actionable goals, prioritizing self-care, and caring for others while maintaining sustainable balance throughout the year.
Faculty
Women in Medicine and Science Annual Winter Networking Event
January 13, 2026 | 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Join us for refreshments, conversation and an opportunity to connect with colleagues
Faculty
Pregnancy, Parenthood, and Pediatrics Conference
January 17, 2026 | 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Advancing Mental Health for Women & Children
Staff
Red Flags in Children Development: Recognizing When to Seek Support
January 21, 2026 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
This workshop will help parents identify possible red flags in their child's development and understand what steps to take if early intervention is necessary.
Staff
Metabolism in the Southwest Seminar Series
February 2, 2026 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Seminar Title: New Pathways in Lipid Transport
Staff
Permission to Pause: Self-Care Resources
February 12, 2026 | 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Learn to build structured support networks and create sustainable care plans for long-term success.
Faculty
Third Annual Banner – University Medicine GI Symposium
February 21, 2026 | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
A full-day event featuring expert-led lectures, hands-on training, and updates on the latest advances in diagnosing and managing GI diseases.
Faculty
First Annual Endocrine and Women's Health Conference
February 28, 2026 | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
A focus on applying current guidelines and evidence to improve patient outcomes
Staff
The Guilt Free Guide to Caregiver Boundaries
March 17, 2026 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Discover approaches for sustainable and honorable family care through healthy boundary setting without guilt.