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The research of Nipavan Chiamvimonvat, MD (right), chair of the Department of Basic Medical Sciences, focuses on understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms contributing to cardiac arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death in heart failure
The research of Nipavan Chiamvimonvat, MD (right), chair of the Department of Basic Medical Sciences, focuses on understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms contributing to cardiac arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death in heart failure

Women in Medicine and Science: Inspiring Women Making an Impact Across the Spectrum of Medicine

Thomas Kelly
Thomas Kelly
The research of Nipavan Chiamvimonvat, MD (right), chair of the Department of Basic Medical Sciences, focuses on understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms contributing to cardiac arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death in heart failure
The research of Nipavan Chiamvimonvat, MD (right), chair of the Department of Basic Medical Sciences, focuses on understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms contributing to cardiac arrhythmias and sudden cardiac death in heart failure
Educators, leaders, researchers and clinicians who are helping to revolutionize the future of health care

Held every September, the American Medical Association encourages institutions across the world to applaud and support the amazing accomplishments of women physicians, scientists and teachers through Women in Medicine and Science Month (WIMS).

The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix proudly joins in this celebration by featuring women who are advancing health care with their service.

Through groundbreaking translational research, clinical care and educational innovation, female leaders at the College of Medicine – Phoenix are at the forefront of ensuring a healthier future for all Arizonans and beyond.

Learn more about how these incredible women are impacting their respective fields.

Meet Our Women in Medicine and Science

Tanya Kalin, MD, PhD
Tanya Kalin, MD, PhD

Michelle B. Huddleston, MD
Michelle B. Huddleston, MD

Roberta I.H. Matern, MD
Roberta I.H. Matern, MD

Nipavan Chiamvimonvat, MD
Nipavan Chiamvimonvat, MD

Isabelle Schrauwen, PhD
Isabelle Schrauwen, PhD

I-Hui Chiang, MD
I-Hui Chiang, MD

Karyne Vinales, MD
Karyne Vinales, MD

 

 

Topics
Women in Medicine and Science
Health Care Advancement
Faculty
Research
Culture

About the College

Founded in 2007, the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix inspires and trains exemplary physicians, scientists and leaders to advance its core missions in education, research, clinical care and service to communities across Arizona. The college’s strength lies in our collaborations and partnerships with clinical affiliates, community organizations and industry sponsors. With our primary affiliate, Banner Health, we are recognized as the premier academic medical center in Phoenix. As an anchor institution of the Phoenix Bioscience Core, the college is home to signature research programs in neurosciences, cardiopulmonary diseases, immunology, informatics and metabolism. These focus areas uniquely position us to drive biomedical research and bolster economic development in the region.

As an urban institution with strong roots in rural and tribal health, the college has graduated more than 1,000 physicians and matriculates 130 students each year. Greater than 60% of matriculating students are from Arizona and many continue training at our GME sponsored residency programs, ultimately pursuing local academic and community-based opportunities. While our traditional four-year program continues to thrive, we will launch our recently approved accelerated three-year medical student curriculum with exclusive focus on primary care. This program is designed to further enhance workforce retention needs across Arizona.

The college has embarked on our strategic plan for 2025 to 2030. Learn more.