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.
2,706
Total Teaching Faculty
1,193
Total Full-Time Faculty
9
Number of Clinical Partners
Updated: 10/30/23
Faculty Spotlights
Faculty Spotlight
Women to Watch in Medicine and Science – Kristen Renner, PhD
For amateur to professional athletes, Dr. Renner is working to make sports injuries more preventable than inevitable
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
Faculty Spotlight
Shakaib Rehman, MD, Named VA’s Designated Education Officer of the Year
Dr. Rehman is a champion of teachers of health professions trainees
Faculty Spotlight
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
Faculty Spotlight
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
Faculty Spotlight
Alumni Profile: Kelley T. Saunders, MD
Her mother’s battle with breast cancer inspired her career pivot to medicine
Faculty Spotlight
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
Faculty Spotlight
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...
News
News
Pharmacogenomics Symposium Showcased Progress and Potential in the Field
Leading experts discussed the roles that gene-drug interactions and more serve in providing precision medicine
News
9th Annual Research Conference Highlights Innovation and Discoveries from Across the Valley
Renowned investigators from across Arizona share advances in medical research that may improve patient outcomes
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Nanoparticle Delivery of FZD4 to Lung Endothelial Cells Inhibits Lung Cancer Progression and Metastases
Dr. Kalin and her fellow researchers recently had their findings published in EMBO Molecular Medicine
News
Five Guidelines for Safe Solar Eclipse Viewing
Mandi Conway, MD, shared some best practices for safely viewing a solar eclipse
News
Phoenix Business Journal
The Phoenix Business Journal's Outstanding Women in Business 2024, in Their Own Words
News
First for Women
The Sneaky Silent Stroke Symptoms Doctors Want Women to Know + How to Cut Your Risk
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Dr. Ian Crain’s Wonder Led Him to Neurology
Following his parents’ example to be useful to his community, Dr. Crain practices brain injury medicine
Events
Staff
Mini-Health Screening
April 25, 2024 | 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
This 20-minute general screening is available to benefits-eligible employees at no cost once per calendar year.
Alumni and Friends
Academic Excellence Day
May 1, 2024 | 12:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Residents and fellows from across the Valley will present their research findings at the 27th Academic Excellence Day
Staff
Translational Research Office Spring Retreat
May 2, 2024 | 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Facilitating two-way communication between researchers and the Translational Research Office to identify your most pressing research needs
Alumni and Friends
Gold Humanism Honor Society Class of 2025 Induction Ceremony
May 3, 2024 | 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
It is our distinct privilege to announce this year’s recipients of the College of Medicine – Phoenix Gold Humanism Honor...
Faculty
Getting Started with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia Workshop
May 4, 2024 | 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia
Staff
Food as Medicine: Food and Mood
May 8, 2024 | 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
We will discuss the types of foods and physical activities that can help improve our mood, fight depression, and make us feel better overall.
Staff
Understanding the Basics of Social Security
May 10, 2024 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Social Security may be an important income source for retirement. Learn about key Social Security claiming ages and how your benefit is calculated, so you can better understand the choices during this live Q&A session.
Staff
Places and Spaces: The “Where” of Caregiving
May 15, 2024 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
8 in 10 older adults want to remain in their homes. This presentation will offer creative considerations for “aging in place.” We will also examine other long and short-term housing options for those requiring care.
Faculty
Women in Medicine and Science Spring Dinner
May 23, 2024 | 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Save the date for the Women in Medicine and Science Executive Committee's 7th Annual Spring Dinner