Category: News

Heme-Onc Fellow Cochran published in Leukemia & Lymphoma

Hunter Cassidy Cochran, MD

Pretransplant desensitization of donor-specific anti-HLA antibodies with plasmapheresis and immunoglobulin produces equivalent outcomes to patients with no donor specific antibodies in haploidentical hematopoietic cell transplant Hunter Cassidy Cochran, MD, Hematology-Oncology Fellow, was recently published in Leukemia & Lymphoma. In many hematologic malignancies, hematopoietic cell transplant (HCT) is the only curative option. The likelihood of finding […]

Dr. Amrat Kumar joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Amrat Kumar joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Hospital Medicine as an instructor in July 2024.  He grew up in Diplo, Pakistan, and received medical education at Sindh Medical College, Karachi, Pakistan.  He then spent a few years working as a medical officer near his hometown before moving to the USA […]

Dr. Bryce Montane joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Bryce Montane joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of General Medicine and Geriatrics as an Assistant Professor in July of 2024.  He is a Floridian born and raised!  He went to University of South Florida as part of the 7-year medical program for undergraduate and medical school.  He graduated Internal Medicine Residency […]

Dr. Amber Griffith joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Amber Griffith Neil joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Allergy and Immunology as an Instructor as of July 2024.  She obtained her undergraduate degree from the University of Delaware and her doctorate degree from the University of Pittsburgh.  She is currently a postdoctoral researcher at Washington University School of Medicine.  During […]

Dr. Priya Pal joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Priya Pal joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Infectious Diseases as an Instructor in July of 2024.  Dr. Pal completed undergraduate training at Florida State University (BS Chemistry, Biochemistry and Biomedical Mathematics 2008), completed her MD, PhD from Washington University in St. Louis (2017), medical residency at Tulane (2017-2020) followed by […]

Dr. Christina Kratschmer joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Christina Kratschmer joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Gastroenterology as an Instructor as of July 2024.  She received her medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine. There, she was enrolled in the Medical Scientist Training Program and completed her PhD in the laboratory of Dr. Matthew Levy.  Her thesis, Towards […]

Dr. Ali Khan joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Ali Ayub Khan joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Hospital Medicine as an Instructor in July of 2024.  He grew up in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma before attending the University of Oklahoma for undergraduate studies.  He graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry with a minor in Spanish while […]

DOLF Initiating a Follow Up Study on Moxidectin plus Albendazole (MoxA) Combination Treatment for Lymphatic Filariasis and Onchocerciasis in Cote d’Ivoire (Links to an external site)

Members of the DOLF team looking for microfilariae in samples

DOLF investigators are beginning a follow-up study on the efficacy of a new combination treatment for lymphatic filariasis (LF) and onchocerciasis in the Akoupé district of Côte d’Ivoire. This study began July 4th and builds upon a large-scale community survey sponsored by Medicines Development for Global Health (MDGH).

Noonan Receives ASN KidneyCure Fellowship

Megan Noonan, PhD

The role of alternative splicing factor Srsf7 in diabetic kidney disease progression Megan Noonan, PhD, WashU Division of Nephrology, received the American Society of Nephrology, ASN, KidneyCure Ben J. Lipps Fellowship. Dr. Noonan’s research aims to uncover novel mechanisms of diabetic kidney disease (DKD) progression via dysregulated alternative splicing. She will be investigating the role […]

Dr. Saleh Alhalaseh joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Saleh Yazeed Saleh Alhalaseh joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Hospital Medicine as an Instructor in July 2024.  Originally from Jordan, he has pursued a path of academic excellence and dedication to patient care.  He graduated from Mu’tah University, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan, where he earned his medical degree in 2019. […]

Dr. Gizem Kaya joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Gizem Kaya joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Hospital Medicine as an Instructor in July 2024.  She was born in Izmir, Turkey.  She was accepted to one of the top three medical schools in Turkey after being part of % 0.1 percentile students in national exam of Turkey.  During medical school, […]

Dr. Tong Yu joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Tong Yu joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Hospital Medicine as an Instructor in July 2024. She grew up in Iowa City, Iowa and completed both undergraduate studies, medical education, and residency training in the Midwest. She attended college at Washington University in St. Louis and graduated cum laude in 2017 […]

June 2024 Accolade Recipients – SAFE (Supporting a Fair Environment)

June 2024 Accolade Recipients – SAFE

Congratulations to the 4 Department of Medicine (DOM) Accolade Recipients WashU School of Medicine strives to maintain an environment conducive to learning, research, and high-quality patient care We aspire to an environment that is inclusive and free from harassment or intimidation, with respect and collegiality for all. Professionalism consists of altruism, compassion, empathy, respect for […]

Internal Medicine Symposium Winners

(L-R) Ann Ahrens, William Chapman, MD (mentor); Vinathi Polamraju, MD (front), Jeffrey Crippin, MD (mentor); Justin Vader, MD (mentor); Justin Vincent, MD (purple tie), Scott Beeler, MD (back row); Brian Gage, MD (MiM Director, front w/white coat); Michael Kwok, MD; Seth Eisen, MD, (MiM Assoc. Director).

The annual Internal Medicine Scholars Symposium showcases research posters and oral presentations, most of which have been supported through the research grant program, Mentors in Medicine (MiM). This program awards residents up to $5500 to conduct research alongside a WashU faculty mentor, and under guidance from Dr. Brian Gage (MIM Director) and Dr. Seth Eisen […]

Dr. Nitin Pokhrel joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Nitin Pokhrel joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Bone and Mineral Diseases as an Instructor in July 2024.  He has previously worked on mouse models of osteoporosis.  His research primarily focuses on osteoclasts and their manipulation using both pharmacologic and genetic approaches for the prevention of bone disorders.  Currently, he is […]

Dr. Patrick Olson joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Patrick Olson joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Infectious Diseases as an instructor as of July 2024.  He completed the Medical Scientist Training Program, residency, and infectious disease fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine.  Dr. Olson is mentored by Dr. Juliane Bubeck-Wardenburg in the Department of Pediatrics.  His basic science […]

Dr. Marilia Pinzone joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Marilia Pinzone joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Infectious Diseases as an instructor in July 2024.  She is an infectious disease physician-scientist with a research interest in studying how HIV reservoirs are formed and maintained as well as investigating the factors that drive poor immunological recovery and non-AIDS comorbidities in people […]

Dr. ZeNan Chang joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. ZeNan Chang joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Gastroenterology as an Instructor in July 2024.  His major research focus is on the small intestine, the primary nutrient-absorbing organ of the body.  The small intestine demonstrates marked ability to adapt to diverse settings including diet changes, injury, and loss of functional surface […]

DOM researchers publish in Science Immunology

Researchers in the Department of Medicine reveal new ways that human natural killer (NK) cells are rewired by signals through cytokine receptors to generate a memory-like program.  In a report published in Science Immunology, co-first authors Jennifer Foltz, PhD, and Jennifer Tran build on prior work from senior author Todd Fehniger, MD, PhD, WashU Division […]

Dr. Parth Shah joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Parth Shah joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Gastroenterology as an Assistant Professor in July 2024.  He received his medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center followed by gastroenterology fellowship and transplant hepatology fellowship at Washington University in St. […]

Dr. Thabet Qapaja joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Thabet Qapaja joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Hospital Medicine as an Instructor in July 2024.  Born and raised in Amman, Jordan, he has always been driven by a passion for medicine.  He attended the University of Jordan – School of Medicine, graduating with Honors in 2018. Dr. Qapaja completed his […]

Charles Crecelius received James Pattee Award

Charles Crecelius, MD, PhD, FACP, DMD

Charles Crecelius, MD, Associate Professor, WashU Division of General Medicine and Geriatrics, was awarded the 2024 James Pattee Award for Excellence in Education by The Foundation for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine. The James Pattee Award for Excellence in Education was established in 1997 to honor James Pattee, MD, CMD, the father of the AMDA Certification Program […]

Dr. Jerry Fong joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Jerry Fong joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Hospital Medicine as an Instructor in July of 2024.  He grew up in the suburbs of Atlanta, Georgia before coming to Washington University in St. Louis in 2009.  There, he first graduated magna cum laude with a major in Biomedical Engineering and minor […]

Dr. Arjab Adhikari joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Arjab Adhikari joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Hospital Medicine as an Instructor in July of 2024.  He was born and raised in Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal.  He did his medical school at KIST Medical College in Nepal.  Following his graduation, Dr. Adhikari pursued residency training at Ascension Saint […]

Dr. Anand Kadakia joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Anand Kadakia joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Hospital Medicine as an Instructor in July of 2024.  He hails from Vadodara, India, where he spent his formative years.  He pursued his medical education at the Government Medical College of Baroda at Maharaja Sayajirao University of Vadodara, completing his Bachelor of Medicine, […]

Hammond Awarded Harold Amos Faculty Development Award (Links to an external site)

Gmerice Hammond, MD MPH

Gmerice Hammond, MD MPH, Instructor in Medicine, received a Harold Amos Faculty Development Award for her project entitled “The Impact of the ACO REACH Program on Racial Inequities in Heart Failure.” The study examines whether a new Medicare payment program helps reduce gaps in care and outcomes for Black patients with heart failure.

Dr. Megan Curtis joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Megan Rose Curtis joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Infectious Diseases as an Assistant Professor in July 2024.  She is a dedicated physician, researcher, and educator with a focus on infectious diseases and women’s reproductive health.  Dr. Curtis’ research interests have spanned topics from HIV and obstetric hemorrhage in sub-Saharan Africa […]

Dr. Emma Ludwig joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Emma Ludwig joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of General Medicine and Geriatrics as an Assistant Professor in July 2024.  She received her Internal Medicine training at Saint Louis University School of Medicine, in which she is board certified.   She is currently training in Geriatrics at Washington University School of Medicine with […]

Dr. Ellie Fishbein joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Ellie Fishbein joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of General Medicine and Geriatrics as an assistant professor in July 2024.  With fellowship training in the field, she also plays a key role in medical education, teaching and mentoring residents and medical students in clinical settings, particularly in the care of older adults. […]

Executive Director Announcement

Mark Womer

It is my pleasure to announce that Mr. Mark Womer has been selected to be the next Executive Director, Finance and Administration for Washington University School of Medicine’s Department of Medicine.  As many of you know, Mr. Steve Reynolds, who has ably led the Business Office of the Department of Medicine for 19 years, will […]

Independence Day

St. Louis city skyline at night with fireworks.

On July 4, 1776, the Second Continental Congress unanimously adopted the Declaration of Independence, announcing the colonies’ separation from Great Britain. The Fourth of July has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence Day celebrations dates back to the 18th century and the American Revolution. On July 2nd, 1776, the Continental […]

July is UV Safety Awareness Month

July is UV Awareness month

UV exposure (ultraviolet radiation exposure) is the root cause of most skin cancers, however there are many safeguards you can take to help #practicesafesun year-round. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States and treatment may involve much more than a mole removal. Skin cancer – especially melanoma, is the most serious […]

American Disabilities Act (Links to an external site)

American with Disabilities Act

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law on July 26, 1990 and was signed by President George H.W. Bush. In his remarks, President George H. W. Bush famously said, “And now I sign legislation which takes a sledgehammer to another wall, one which has for too many generations separated Americans with disabilities from the […]

Dr. Rushin Patel joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Rushin Patel joined the Division of Hospital Medicine in the Department of Medicine as an Instructor in July 2024. He grew up in Ahmedabad, India, where he also obtained his medical degree from BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad, in 2017 through Gujarat University. Dr. Patel’s professional journey includes completing his internship and residency at SSM […]

Happy Muharram (Links to an external site)

Happy Muharram (Islamic New Year) graphic

Muharram is the first month of the Islamic lunar calendar and holds religious significance for Muslims around the world. It commemorates several important events in Islamic history, particularly the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad.

Dr. Lolwa Al-Obaid joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Lolwa Al-Obaid joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Gastroenterology as an Assistant Professor in July 2024.  She is a transplant hepatologist, who attended medical school at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland.  She completed her internal medicine residency at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in Burlington, Massachusetts, where she also […]

Dr. Michael Kramer joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Michael Kramer joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Oncology as an Instructor in July 2024.  He is a physician-scientist with a research and clinical interest in hematologic malignancies, with a particular focus on acute myeloid leukemia (AML).  After completing an MD and PhD degree with a focus on computational and systems […]

Zainab Mahmoud, MD, MSc funds her K23 (Links to an external site)

Congratulations to PROUD-MED Scholar Zainab Mahmoud, MD, MSc (Internal Medicine, Cardiology) on the funding of her K23 “Improving Maternal Cardiovascular Outcomes Through the Implementation of a Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy Bundle in Nigeria”, 1K23HL173684-01.

Dr. Sheun Aluko joins the Department of Medicine

Dr. Sheun Aluko joined the Department of Medicine in the Division of Hospital Medicine as an instructor in June 2024.  He brings a profound commitment to patient care and academic medicine.  Dr. Aluko, or “Shay” as people call him, began his medical journey at a young age after reading The Body Electric, a book which […]