The daily drumbeat of sad and alarming news might lead us to feel hopeless. That is true for Baltimore. But what recent critics of our community failed to recognize are the efforts of groups and individuals alike to combat our problems and engage our communities. Some of these groups and individuals are right here in(...)
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Kakadiya, Michalek and Vyas Named Administrative Residents
Posted by | Administration, CongratulationsBorn and raised in Georgia, Kinjal Kakadiya is a ramblin’ wreck from Georgia Tech. She graduated from GT with highest honors and received her bachelor’s in business administration, concentrating in supply chain/operations management as well as business analytics. Kinjal’s passion for healthcare initially stemmed as a pre-med student, but after taking a course in healthcare(...)
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(...)
Welcome to the New Class of Interns, Residents and Fellows
Posted by | EducationWe would like to extend a warm welcome to our 2019-2020 interns, residents and fellows. This group of the best and brightest has come from all over, and we are honored to have them as a part of our department. This year's class consists of: 21 Bayview interns 16 Bayview junior residents 16 Bayview senior(...)
Second Victims: The Aftermath of Gun Violence and Trauma
Posted by | AdministrationIn the aftermath of gun violence, those left behind to mourn for their friends and loved ones often become the second victims. They experience mental and physical health as well as economic consequences from coping with the trauma of losing someone to gun violence. These issues were discussed with an expert panel in a DOM(...)
Herzke Named Associate Chief Medical Officer for JHH
Posted by | Congratulations, LeadershipCarrie Herzke, assistant professor in the Division of General Internal Medicine and associate vice chair for inpatient operations, was named the associate chief medical officer for The Johns Hopkins Hospital. In this part-time role, she will provide the vision for and oversight of the MCIC-sponsored and other patient safety programs at JHH.
Director’s Reflections: Happy New Year
Posted by | AdministrationI would like to welcome everyone to the new calendar year. I hope 2019 proves to be a prosperous, happy, successful and healthy year for all. While this is a beginning in many ways, it is a halfway point for our residents. Senior residents have almost reached the finish line and likely know whether their(...)
Fellowship Match Day 2018
Posted by | EducationPictured: current Osler residents celebrating on Match Day Incoming Fellows: This year's fellowship match will bring a new class of the best and brightest to the Department of Medicine divisions come July. Congratulations to our incoming fellows as well as everyone involved in making our fellowship programs some of the most sought after in the(...)
Spotlight on Education: David Furfaro, Amit Goyal, Susan Lin and Jacquelyn Zimmerman
Posted by | EducationIn honor of our upcoming inaugural Department of Medicine Education Retreat, I will be posting interviews with some of our educational leaders every Friday leading up to the retreat on Tuesday, October 30. This week we'll hear from our ACSs at JHH. Click here to view previous interviews with Sanjay Desai, Erica Johnson and our Bayview ACSs. For(...)