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School of Medicine Graduates Report High Rates of Preparedness, Satisfaction

November 15, 2023
The UNC School of Medicine ranks among the top medical schools per the latest American Association of Medical Colleges (AAMC) Graduate Questionnaire results. UNC-Chapel Hill medical degree graduates who completed the questionnaire reported high levels of student satisfaction, preparedness for residency and graduation, and satisfaction with the school’s efforts to...

Henderson Named Dean of UF College of Nursing

November 14, 2023
Please join us in congratulating Shakira Henderson on her acceptance of the Deanship of the College of Nursing at the University of Florida.  She will be departing Carolina at the end of this month to assume her new responsibilities, which also include serving as Associate Vice President for nursing education,...

Due Feb. 14: UNC-Novant Health Capacity Building Grant

November 14, 2023
Proposals are due on Feb. 14 at 5 p.m. for the Research Capacity Building Grants RFA from Novant Health, Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center, UNC Health and the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Medicine. More information is available at this link. As described in the RFA, please recognize that letters...

Peden Named Clinical Research Alliance Chief Research Officer

November 7, 2023
David Peden, MD, MS, has been named chief research officer of the UNC School of Medicine Clinical Research Alliance. He will begin his work in the role immediately. He also serves as interim director of the CRA. Among his roles, Peden also serves as the senior associate dean for translational...

Annual $50,000 Innovation Pilot Awards Request for Proposal Released

November 7, 2023
The Center for Health Innovation of UNC Health and the UNC School of Medicine has released a request for proposals for the 2024 Innovation Pilot Awards. All UNC School of Medicine and UNC Health employees from any owned entity are eligible to apply. Applications are due Jan. 16, 2024. As...

Pumpkins! Pumpkins! Pumpkins! Triangle West Pumpkin Decorating 2023 Contest Winners

November 2, 2023
We had stellar pumpkins competing for this year’s Triangle West Pumpkin Decorating Contest! Check out a photo gallery of the submissions here! Congratulations to the winners! Chapel Hill (UNC School of Medicine and UNC Hospitals) Triangle West Recognition Committee’s Selection: Rapunzel from SOM Department of Neurosurgery UNC Hospitals Leader’s Selection:...

School of Medicine Education Data Warehouse Update

October 20, 2023
The Education Data Warehouse (EDW) project team has spoken to 48 individuals across School of Medicine departments and divisions, as well as representatives from UNC Health ISD and UNC ITS to gather requirements, document how data are currently being used, and identify opportunities for improvement. The insights gathered will help...

Professionalism Forum Registration Open

October 19, 2023
Made possible through a generous grant from Frank C. Wilson, MD, to promote discussion and learning around professionalism, particularly regarding medical education, the Frank C. Wilson Professionalism Forum has featured a variety of medical professionals since 2011. Click here for to register. Registration closes Nov. 24 at midnight. Email aoe@med.unc.edu...

Jenkins Tech Zone Available for IT Assistance

October 19, 2023
School of Medicine IT opens the Jenkins Tech Zone to provide IT assistance in Roper Hall.

Share Your Input: Lineberger Cancer Center Director Town Halls

October 18, 2023
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FALD Scholarships Available for 2024 AAMC Seminar

October 18, 2023
The 2024 AAMC Early Career Women Faculty Leadership Development Seminar has extended its application deadline to Oct. 30 at 5 p.m. The seminar is designed for women physicians and scientists with a minimum of two years and maximum of 8 years of experience as an assistant professor. The curriculum for...

Buse Steps Down, Shaheen Becomes Senior Associate Dean for Clinical Research

October 17, 2023
John Buse, MD, PhD, recently stepped down from his role as senior associate dean for clinical research in the School of Medicine Office of Research and Nick Shaheen, MD, MPH, stepped into the role on Oct. 1. The senior associate dean for clinical research provides leadership for the expansion of...