UVA Medical Alumni Association
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Supporting the students, alumni, housestaff and faculty of @medicineuva. Follow/RT ≠ endorsement.
Charlottesville, VA
Joined June 2011
https://t.co/7LKeOT9kLx Congratulations to Dr. Mohan M. Nadkarni and Dr. Collen McNamara, who received Thomas Jefferson Awards, the highest honor for members of the UVA community. Nadkarni received his for service, and McNamara received hers for scholarship. @CardioUva #UVADoM
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From cardiovascular research to serving the homeless, UVA honored two physicians with Thomas Jefferson Awards on Friday.
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It was a true honor to receive the Professional Achievement Award from the University of Chicago Alumni Board, especially with so many dear friends present!
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Join us for the MJKSS Meeting on March 21-22! Agenda and online registration available here: https://t.co/DfxzIQUUan Be sure to update your contact information to ensure you receive departmental updates and information about future MJKSS events here: https://t.co/aSTcFg0g3Z
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Today, we unveiled Dr. Vivian Pinn's portrait in Pinn Hall, named to honor her trailblazing work in medicine and science. Her leadership in medical education and advocacy for diversity and gender equity in the field paved the way for countless others. @UVAMedAlum
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Join us online on September 30th or October 15th to learn more about what makes our program stand out: institutes and centers, collaborations, and research opportunities. Meet the deans & chat with current students! Registration link in profile. @MedicineUVA
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Happy #WomenInMedicineMonth! We proudly celebrate the women of UVA Surgery—our exceptional faculty, trainees, and staff—who inspire, lead, and shape the future of medicine. Thank you for all you do! #HoosUVASurgery @MedicineUVA
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Thank you to everyone who submitted a nomination. Award presentations will be made in the spring of 2025. Nominations for next year's awards will open in May 2025. Learn more at: https://t.co/MX9pgU5VOp
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* MD Early Achievement Award: Richard Ma, MD '05, Res '11 * Early Achievement Award in Biomedical Sciences: John Lukens, PhD '08 * Humanitarian Award: Richard C. Brown, MD '63, MPH, FACP 2/3
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Congratulations to the recipients of our 2024 Awards honoring alumni, former trainees, and faculty of @MedicineUVA: * Walter Reed Distinguished Achievement Award: Matthew A. Howard, III, MD '85 * Distinguished Achievement in Biomedical Sciences: William Wimley, PhD '90 1/3
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Come visit the Library lobby to explore a variety of rare books and medical artifacts from our department of Historical Collections!
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Have news to share? Send us a Class Note! https://t.co/MMJ05HzXWQ
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"Since the very beginning of my surgery residency, I have developed an unwavering passion to pursue a career in breast surgical oncology. There is truly nothing more emotionally rewarding than being able to treat and cure patients with breast cancer," he says.
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Dr. Vavolizza is a chief general surgery resident at UVA. He recently matched at MD Anderson for a breast surgical oncology fellowship, which he will start in August 2025. 2/3
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Congratulations to Rick Vavolizza, MD '19, recipient of the 2024 @AmCollSurgeons Resident Award for Exemplary Teaching. The award is presented in recognition of excellence in teaching by a resident and to emphasize teaching as an important area in residents’ daily lives. 1/3
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Way to rep @MedicineUVA, Dr. @AaliyahMeadeMD! 🧡💙
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Fun fact: Dr. Derdeyn in a 1988 alumnus of @MedicineUVA. 🧡💙
Meet Colin Derdeyn, MD, a professor and chair of the Dept. of Radiology and Medical Imaging. He conducts clinical trials that impact treatment and outcomes for stroke patients. @CPDerdeyn @UVARadiology @uvahealthnews #ResearchInMotion #UVASchoolOfMedicine #stroke
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Congratulations to Misky Sharif, MD '24, recipient of our 2024 Outstanding Student Award. As a student, Misky served in a variety of roles to keep her class connected. She will now continue this role as an alumna, serving as class representative. Thank you, Dr. Sharif! 🧡💙
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