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David A. Zvara, M.D., will retire on Sunday, Jan. 31, and has been appointed Professor Emeritus of Anesthesiology. Dr. Zvara began his tenure at UNC Health in Nov. 2008, joining the faculty as Chair of Anesthesiology, a position he held until 2023. In 2023, Dr. Zvara assumed the role of Chief Medical Officer for UNC …

The UNC Health Marketing and Communications team will be offering multiple drop-in headshot photo sessions during the month of February for physicians, advanced practice providers (AuDs, CRNAs, CNMs, CNSs, CPPs, LCSWs, NPs, OTs, PTs, PAs, RDs, SLPs) and executives. At this time, we are unable to accommodate non-clinical faculty and other staff members at these …

Jenny Ting, PhD, William R. Kenan, Jr. Distinguished Professor in Genetics, has been announced as the recipient of American Association of Immunologists’ Lifetime Achievement Award. The AAI Lifetime Achievement Award is the highest honor bestowed by the AAI Council upon an AAI member. This award recognizes a deserving member for a career of scientific achievement and …

Standing Committees of the Faculty of the School of Medicine shall assist and advise the Dean in the areas of education, research, health care, and administration. The election will launch in February 2026, and the three-year terms will begin on July 1, 2026.* The following committees have vacancies that will be filled during the upcoming …

The University of North Carolina School of Medicine (SOM) seeks an innovative, collaborative leader to serve as the Assistant Dean for Clinical Curriculum. This position reports directly to the Associate Dean for Curricular Affairs in the Offices of Medical Student Education (OMSE). This role was previously held by Dr. Catherine Coe. OMSE would like to …

Katherine Stanley has been named Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Faculty Physicians. She will begin work in her new role on Jan. 26. Stanley joins UNC Health after 27 years of progressively responsible roles with Duke University Health System and the Duke University School of Medicine. For 11 of those years, she has served as …

Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Distinguished Medical Awards, presented by the School of Medicine’s Office of Medical Alumni Affairs. The awards are presented to alumni whose outstanding professional service and achievements bring esteem to the UNC School of Medicine. Distinguished Medical Alumni Award Brian H. Mullis, MD ‘99 Dr. Mullis completed his …

Welcome to SHARE Mentor Mixers! This program is designed to bring together leaders as mentors and mentees in a supportive environment focused on ongoing engagement and professional growth. By participating, you’ll have the chance to share knowledge, collaborate and develop meaningful connections that help retain and inspire team members. If you are a leader and …

The UNC Institute for Healthcare Quality Improvement (IHQI) is excited to announce its 2026-2027 call for concept proposals for the Improvement Scholars Program (ISP). IHQI is seeking proposals for quality improvement (QI) projects that focus on improving clinical care and outcomes for patients. ISP is a structured, experiential learning program for UNC School of Medicine and UNC Health clinicians …

Dr. Cristy Page, a distinguished faculty member who has risen in leadership roles at UNC Health, was named the chief executive officer of UNC Health on Thursday. She will also serve as dean of the UNC School of Medicine and vice chancellor for medical affairs at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Page …

The second annual Community Health Impact Awards (CHIA) was a vibrant celebration of purpose, progress, and people. Held on Oct. 23, the event brought together teammates, faculty, staff, learners, and partners from across UNC Health and the UNC School of Medicine to honor those who are transforming care and strengthening communities across North Carolina. Several …

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David Zvara to Retire, Named Professor Emeritus

Executives, Physicians & APPs: Upcoming Headshot Photo Sessions

Ting Receives AAI Lifetime Achievement Award

LAST CALL for Nominations to SOM Standing Committees Ballot

OMSE Seeks Assistant Dean for Clinical Curriculum

Stanley Named COO for UNC Health Faculty Physicians

2025 Distinguished Medical Alumni Awards

SHARE Mentor Mixer Program for Leaders

IHQI Improvement Scholars Program Now Accepting Proposals for Next Cohort

Dr. Cristy Page Named CEO of UNC Health, Dean of UNC School of Medicine

Celebrating Impact: Thank You for Making the Community Health Impact Awards a Success!