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Perelman School of Medicine Awards |
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April 30, 2013,
Volume 59, No. 31 |
The Leonard Berwick Memorial Teaching Award
This Award was established in 1980-1981 as a memorial to Leonard Berwick by his family and the department of pathology to recognize “a member of the medical faculty who in his or her teaching effectively fuses basic science and clinical medicine.” It is intended that this award recognize persons who are outstanding teachers, particularly among Medicine’s younger faculty. This year, there are two recipients of the Berwick Award.
Dr. Ellen J. Kim is an associate professor of dermatology at HUP and has been on faculty since 2003. Her areas of expertise are cutaneous lymphomas, melanoma, graft vs. host disease, and extracorporeal photopheresis. Her research focuses on clinical trials of novel agents for advanced cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. She graduated from Penn Medicine and was greatly influenced by the long tradition of superb teaching by the faculty in the department of dermatology. Previously she received the Bernett L. Johnson, Jr. Faculty Teaching Award from the department of dermatology in 2005 and served as Associate Residency Program Director from 2008-2009. She has been named the next Sandra J. Lazarus Associate Professor in Dermatology starting July 2013.
“She obviously loves to teach and sets a fantastic example in terms of her patient care and humanism in medicine.”
Dr. Vincent Lo Re III is an assistant professor of medicine (Infectious Diseases) in the Department of medicine and assistant professor of epidemiology in the department of biostatistics and epidemiology.
Dr. Lo Re teaches the biostatistics for epidemiologic methods laboratories, which are core biostatistics courses within the Master of Science in Clinical Epidemiology (MSCE) and epidemiology doctoral programs. He also co-directs a two-week research elective for junior and senior residents in the internal medicine training program called “The Clinical Investigator’s Toolbox,” which provides coursework and workshops on research methodology, bioethics, protocol writing, research presentation skills, and professional development. His teaching aims to help students understand sound research methodology and then apply these techniques to their own research. Dr. Lo Re also serves as faculty mentor for students in his program of research, which examines the epidemiology of acute and chronic liver diseases, including chronic viral hepatitis, HIV/viral hepatitis coinfection, and drug-induced liver injury.
“Dr. Lo Re’s classes are meticulously prepared, and he is gifted at making difficult concepts easy to understand,” wrote one student. Another student wrote, “What sets Dr. Lo Re apart and what makes him a great teacher is that he listens to his student and never loses sight of the primary goal of teaching, which is learning.”
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The Robert Dunning Dripps Memorial Award for Excellence in Graduate Medical Education
This award was established by the department of anesthesia in 1983-84. As a pioneer in the specialty of anesthesia and chair of the department from 1943 to 1972, Dr. Dripps was instrumental in the training of more than 300 residents and fellows, many of whom went on to chair other departments. This award is to recognize excellence as an educator of residents and fellows in clinical care, research, teaching, or administration.
Dr. Jim Mullen is professor in the department of surgery completing his 50th year at Penn. He has held many leadership positions currently being the associate executive director of HUP and vice chair of surgery. Since 1978 he led the general surgery residency program, succeeding Dr. Jack Mackie for over 20 years. He has been the inspiration for building many educational facilities over his career: Penn Clinical Simulation Center, Penn Surgery Theatre, Fitts Surgery Education Center, LIVE SURGERY broadcast video network, and many educational conference facilities. He led the development of an executive education collaboration with Wharton resulting in over 10 such courses on leadership and management. When asked why he chose a career at Penn, the recurring answer is “the residents”—trying to recruit the best and brightest and not impede their march to greatness.” Ten of these graduates have become University Chairs of Surgery and 30 have become Division Chiefs. His trainees have described him thusly: “visionary,” “innovative,” “leadership mentor,” “selfless ambition,” “pursuit of excellence even when unpopular,” “provocateur” and “always trying to do the right thing.”
“Throughout an illustrious academic career, the enduring common thread has been graduate medical education and it is the source of not only Jim’s greatest pride and professional satisfaction, but where his most significant contributions to the department of surgery are so readily apparent.”
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Blockley-Osler Award
Created in 1987 by the Blockley Section of the Philadelphia College of Physicians, this award is given annually to a member of the faculty at an affiliated hospital for excellence in teaching modern clinical medicine at the bedside in the tradition of Dr. William Osler and others who taught at Philadelphia General Hospital.
Dr. Leslie Raffini is an associate professor of pediatrics at CHOP, and director of the Hemostasis and Thrombosis Program. Her clinical and research activities are focused on improving the care of children with bleeding and clotting disorders.
She is well-recognized locally and nationally for her expertise in pediatric thrombosis and is a committed educator in this field.
“Dr. Raffini is an outstanding physician-educator. Medical students, residents and fellows all recognize Dr. Raffini’s clinical knowledge, dedication to providing excellent patient care and passion for teaching. She is a physician who takes her role as a teacher and mentor very seriously.”
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Dean's Award for Excellence in Basic Science Teaching
The Dean’s Award for Excellence in Basic Science Teaching was established in 1987 to recognize teaching excellence and commitment to medical student teaching in the basic sciences.
Dr. Emma A. Meagher, associate professor of medicine and pharmacology, director of Translational Research Training and Pharmacology Education, has made unique and sustained contributions to medical student and graduate education, not only as a superlative teacher but also as the creator of several innovative programs and courses. In 1996, Dr. Meagher developed a highly practical course for junior faculty, fellows, and postdoctoral students in patient-oriented research. Dr. Meagher developed and implemented a Master of Science degree program in Translational Research in 2004, which prepares individuals for careers as independent clinical investigators. In addition, she undertook a highly effective repair of the Medical School’s pharmacology curriculum and was responsible for the development of an integrated pharmacology curriculum that unites pharmacological principles to clinical practice. Dr. Meagher’s considerable contributions to medical education have previously been recognized by the Special Dean’s Award for Excellence, the Leonard Berwick Memorial Teaching Award, the Arthur Asbury Outstanding Faculty Mentor Award, the Robert Dunning Dripps Memorial Award for Excellence in Graduate Medical Educatio. and the Christian R. and Mary F. Lindback Award for Distinguished Teaching. Joining faculty members in nominating Dr. Meagher for this award, students wrote that not only is Dr. Meagher brilliantly organized, thought-provoking, humorous, energetic, and demanding, but she also makes it clear that “she wants us to learn, wants us to succeed and is on our side.”
“Over the last 12 years, Emma has demonstrated characteristic enthusiasm, flare and dedication to educating medical students in pharmacology and therapeutics.”
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Dean's Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching (at an Affiliated Hospital)
The Dean’s Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching was established in 1987 to recognize clinical teaching excellence and commitment to medical education by outstanding faculty members from affiliated hospitals.
Dr. David Munson is an associate professor of clinical pediatrics at the Perelman School of Medicine. He is the medical director of the Newborn/Infant Intensive Care Unit at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and also attends on the Pediatric Advanced Care Team at CHOP. He has taught medical students in the doctoring program at the Perelman School of Medicine since 2006, lectures to the rotating pediatric students, teaches at the School of Nursing, and is actively involved in the mentoring and training of both residents and fellows at CHOP. Dr. Munson has been on the resident Faculty Honor Roll for several years.
“He is a great person to learn procedures from and his style and approach with families in crisis... is amazing.”
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Jane M. Glick Graduate Student Teaching Award
The Jane M. Glick Graduate Student Teaching Award was established in 2010 by the Glick family in remembrance of Jane Glick, PhD, and her dedication to the Biomedical Graduate Studies programs. This year the award is presented to Dr. Meera V. Sundaram, associate professor of genetics, Perelman School of Medicine. Dr. Sundaram received her PhD in molecular biology from Princeton University in 1993 and completed her post-doctoral fellowship in 1997 at the University of Colorado. In addition to chairing the Genetics and Gene Regulation program of the CAMB graduate group of BGS from 2006-2009, she also co-founded the course CAMB 550 Genetic Principles in 1999 and continues directing this highly successful course today. She has served as a tireless mentor and thesis committee member for BGS students since 2003. Both students and Dr. Sundaram’s colleagues agree that she exemplifies the passion and dedication to teaching for which the Jane Glick Award was created.
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Medical Student Government Basic Science Teaching Award
Dr. James White is an adjunct associate professor of cell and developmental biology in the School of Medicine where he teaches a number of introductory courses including gross anatomy. Dr. White also teaches neuroscience and histology. He is universally praised as an extremely passionate and dynamic teacher whose extensive knowledge of the subject matter combined with his friendly and approachable demeanor make him a student favorite.
As one student said, “no other lecturer explains the topics so clearly and yet so completely. There is not a single second where I was confused about what was being presented, and I am not even sure that I need to study this material because it was so thoroughly and repetitively stated.”
From another student, “Dr. White has been the best professor I have had at Penn and one of the best of my life. His ability to both effectively teach the material while at the same time being funny, kind, and very approachable make him a true pleasure to have as a professor.”
This is the fifth consecutive year that he has won this award.
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Medical Student Government Clinical Teaching Award
Dr. Eric Goren is assistant professor of clinical medicine in the Division of General Internal Medicine at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and the recipient of this award for the 4th consecutive year. He has been described as a “renaissance humanitarian” who has actively involved himself as the faculty advisor of the United Community Clinic and as a volunteer for the University City Hospitality Coalition. He is known as an excellent teacher and mentor who believes in giving everyone a chance to prove to him that they can do well. Students admire his great organization, clarity and energy when teaching and his ability to make complicated topics very simple and easy to remember. He is also extremely accessible and willing to help students in any way possible.
As one student remarks, “His presence as a leader was just right-–he gave great advice and much clinical wisdom while allowing me to learn on my own through doing. He also taught about and made our team aware of many socioeconomic issues facing our patients, allowing us to all think broadly about how to provide the best care to all of our patients.”
Another student said, “Dr. Goren is one of my favorite attendings from all of medical school. He has such a great attitude even in the most frustrating situations. He is a great teacher and is also great with patients and works hard to let them know he is their advocate.”
As one student sums it up, “He should be given more teaching time because he is truly one of the best instructors at Penn!”
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The Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award Presented by the Arnold P. Gold Foundation
This award is given to a faculty member who illustrates professional behavior by example, displays cultural sensitivity in working with patients and family members of diverse ethnic or religious backgrounds, and demonstrates the highest standards of compassion and empathy in the delivery of care to patients.
Dr. Richard Shannon is the Frank Wister Thomas Professor of Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine and Chairman of the department of medicine of the University of Pennsylvania Health System. He oversees the largest department in the School, yet finds the time to personally mentor five fourth year medical students and has committed personally to assisting all students interested in careers in medicine to achieve their residency choice. He not only precepts in the doctoring course for first and second year students, but he spends one or more Wednesday evenings a month supervising at the University City Hospitality Clinic, the student-run community health program that serves the West Philadelphia community.
As one student said, “He speaks of medicine as a way to help those less fortunate, and is compassionate and sensitive to the medical and social factors affecting patients’ health..
According to one of the residents, “Dr. Shannon has an amazing ability to connect with his patients. His compassion and devotion to his patients were inspiring. He was a model of professionalism for all of us on service.
Another resident remarks, “He treats learners, patients and staff with the utmost respect and possesses the rare combination of humility and confidence that is essential for building trust.
Colleagues, trainees, students, staff and patients all have come to know Dr. Shannon as the consummate professional. |
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