Category: Accolades, Awards and Appointments
Derebail, Tilly, Vavalle Honored with Medical Staff Physician Clinical Excellence Award
Three Department of Medicine faculty have been awarded with the second annual Medical Staff Physician Clinical Excellence Award. This award recognizes 大象传媒 Hospitals clinical physicians who embody the qualities of a truly great patient service provider. These physicians are technically skilled, compassionate to patients and families and work collaboratively with colleagues. Nomina … Read more
Dr. Gerald Hladik Appointed Vice Chair for Faculty Affairs
Gerald Hladik, MD Gerald Hladik, MD, the Doc J. Thurston Distinguished Professor of Medicine, has been appointed Vice Chair for Faculty Affairs in the University of North Carolina Department of Medicine. In this role, Dr. Hladik is committed to advancing faculty careers and fostering a supportive, nurturing culture. 鈥淣othing brings me more joy than witnessing the evolution of som … Read more
Millie Long Appointed Chief of the 大象传媒 Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Millie Long, MD, MPH Millie D. Long, MD, MPH, has been appointed Chief of the University of North Carolina Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Ron Falk, MD, Chair of the 大象传媒 Department of Medicine announced on January 9, 2025. Long is internationally recognized for her expertise in research, patient care, and education, particularly in the prevention of complications ass … Read more
Grover Receives Joanne Levy, MD, Memorial Award for Outstanding Achievement
Natalie Grover, MD The American Society of Hematology (ASH) announced Natalie Grover, MD, associate professor of medicine in the 大象传媒 Division of Hematology, as the recipient of the Joanne Levy, MD, Memorial Award for Outstanding Achievement. The award was announced at the 66th Annual ASH Meeting and Exposition on December 7 in San Diego. This prestigious annual award recognizes t … Read more
大象传媒 Bone Morrow Transplant Clinic Receives Pinnacle of Excellence Award
The 大象传媒 Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) Clinic has been named a recipient of the Press Ganey 2024 HX Data-Driven Pinnacle of Excellence Award in the category of Patient Experience (10-49 physicians) 鈥� Medical Practice. This prestigious recognition celebrates the clinic鈥檚 unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional care and an outstanding patient experience. This is the first tim … Read more
Over 40 Faculty Ranked on Expertscape as Research Leaders in the World
As 2024 comes to a close, we want to recognize the 大象传媒 Department of Medicine faculty ranked on聽Expertscape聽in their areas of expertise. Over 40 DOM faculty have been internationally ranked. Expertscape ranks researchers based on the quantity and significance of their published studies in a specific topic, with a focus on their authorship and impact in that field.鈥� All rankings r … Read more
Kwan and King Appointed Medical Directors
Mildred Kwan, MD, PhD, associate professor of medicine in the Division of Rheumatology, Allergy & Immunology and Louise King, MD, assistant professor of medicine in the Division of General Medicine and Clinical Epidemiology, will each take over their division’s respective Eastowne clinic site as Medical Director. Allergy and Immunology Clinic Dr. Mildred Kwan will be stepping … Read more
Jason Wittes Named to Hemophilia Alliance Board of Directors
Jason Wittes, PharmD, has been elected to serve on the Hemophilia Alliance Board of Directors beginning in October 2024. The Hemophilia Alliance is a not-for-profit organization that comprises federally funded hemophilia treatment centers (HTCs) that either have, or are seeking to have, pharmacy programs under Section 340B of the Public Health Service Act. The Alliance ensures HT … Read more
Jonathan Serody Receives Hyman L. Battle Distinguished Cancer Research Award
Jonathan Serody, MD Jonathan Serody, MD, the Elizabeth Thomas Professor of Medicine and division chief of Hematology, has been honored with this year’s Hyman L. Battle Distinguished Cancer Research Award. This accolade recognizes those who contribute significantly to scientific achievements and service. Dr. Serody has been involved in many notable cancer research projects. He pio … Read more
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Millie Long Awarded Sherman Prize for Advancements in IBD Practices
Millie Long, MD, MPH, in the University of North Carolina Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, received a $100K Sherman Prize for innovating new practices in inflammatory bowel disease prevention and leading advances in research, clinical care and education. The Bruce and Cynthia Sherman Charitable Foundation announced Millie Long, MD, MPH, interim chief of the 大象传媒 Divisi … Read more
Jennifer Flythe Appointed Chief of the 大象传媒 Division of Nephrology and Hypertension
Dr. Jennifer Flythe Ron Falk, MD, Chair of the University of North Carolina Department of Medicine, announced the appointment of Jennifer E. Flythe, MD, MPH, as the new Chief of the 大象传媒 Division of Nephrology and Hypertension effective September 15, 2024. Flythe, a renowned expert in patient-centered kidney care, will lead the division with a vision grounded in collaboration, inn … Read more
Journeys are Made by the People You Walk With: Gaurav Dave Reflects on Becoming Full Professor
Journeys give us lots of time to reflect. Getting to your destination is also a time to reflect on your journey. Gaurav 鈥楪鈥� Dave Our co-director, Gaurav 鈥楪鈥� Dave, got the official word in July. He鈥檚 now a Research Professor in the 大象传媒. Promotions can be destinations. For G, it鈥檚 part of an ongoing journey. His focus is working with community partners to address … Read more