Cynthia Boyd, professor in the Division of Geriatrics, was awarded a $6.2 million grant from the National Institute on Aging to establish a national research network to reduce unnecessary and harmful medication burden for older adults. She will lead the effort in collaboration with co-PI Dr. Michael Steinman from UCSF. Read the full press release […]
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Faculty Promotions and Additions
Posted by | CongratulationsCongratulations to all of the below faculty members who were recently promoted. Professor: David Valle, Genetic Medicine Associate Professor: Maurizio Colognesi-Capogrossi, Cardiology Flora Kisuule, Hospital Medicine Mariana Lazo, GIM Sammy Zakaria, Cardiology Assistant Professor: Panagis Galiatsatos, Pulmonary Mark Ranek, Cardiology Sarina Sahetya, Pulmonary Instructor: Peter Anderson, Cardiology We would also like to welcome our new […]
Cruz-Oliver Named Emerging Leader in Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Posted by | CongratulationsDulce Cruz-Oliver, assistant professor in the Division of Geriatrics and General Internal Medicine, was named an Emerging Leader in Hospice and Palliative Medicine by the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM). She was selected out of more than 120 nominations in recognition of her career accomplishments, involvement in the academy, mentoring of residents […]
Education Retreat Recap
Posted by | EducationPhoto: Participants of the Teaching Competition with retreat co-chairs Dr. Erica Johnson and Amit Pahwa Thank you to everyone who attend today's Second Annual Department of Medicine Education Retreat. It was an eventful day full of audience participation and valuable teaching advice. The retreat theme was based around a talk by keynote speaker Dr. Melissa […]
Delaney Named Division Administrator
Posted by | CongratulationsRobert Delaney was named the division administrator of the Division of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology effective September 16, 2019. Robert obtained his bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Baltimore and his master's of business administration from the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School. He has worked in accounting and finance roles in various departments […]
Arbaje Appointed to PCORI Advisory Panel
Posted by | Congratulations, ResearchAlicia Arbaje, associate professor in the Division of Geriatrics, has been appointed by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) as a member of its Advisory Panel on Healthcare Delivery and Disparities Research where she will apply her experience and expertise to helping PCORI refine and prioritize the research it funds. She will also ensure that […]
Durso Named Executive Vice Chair
Posted by | Administration, LeadershipI am pleased to announce that Dr. Samuel C. Durso, MD, MBA, has accepted the permanent position of Executive Vice Chair of the Department of Medicine. Chris has held many leadership roles in our department and within our health system. He directs the #1 ranked Division of Geriatrics, leads the medical board for Johns Hopkins […]
Faculty Promotions and Additions
Posted by | CongratulationsCongratulations to all of the below faculty members who were recently promoted. Professor: Michael Blaha, Cardiology Albena Dinkova-Kostova, secondary appointment in Medicine Amita Gupta, Infectious Diseases Laszlo Nagy, Endocrinology Anne Marie O'Broin Lennon, Gastroenterology Karen Robinson, GIM Michelle Rudek, Clinical Pharmacology Associate Professor: Maria Bettinotti, Immunogenetics Kimberly Gudzune, GIM Jonathan Jun, Pulmonary Waseem Khaliq, Hospital Medicine […]
7 DOM Specialties Ranked by U.S. News & World Report
Posted by | Congratulations, Patient CareThe U.S. News & World Report 2019-20 Best Hospitals list once again showcased an impressive number of Department of Medicine specialties. While unsurprising, the results are an effect of the unparalleled contributions put forth by the individuals in our department on a daily basis. We would like to take this opportunity to give thanks to the […]
Mosaic Initiative Lectureship in Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology
Posted by | CMEYou are cordially invited to attend the 9th Annual Mosaic Initiative Lectureship in Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology on Thursday, June 27, 2019 at 4-5 p.m. in the Johns Hopkins Asthma & Allergy Center, Level 1, Richard A. Grossi Auditorium (Bayview campus); reception to follow. Guest speaker: Sam McClure, Director, The LGBT Health Resource Center of […]