David T. Rubin, MD,  the Joseph B. Kirsner Professor of Medicine, Chief, Section of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, and  Co-Director, Digestive Diseases Center has been awarded the 2020 Sherman Prize in recognition of his unique and meaningful contributions in the fight to overcome IBD. Dr. Rubin earned a medical degree with honors at The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency in internal medicine and fellowships in gastroenterology and clinical medical ethics at the University of Chicago, where he served as Chief Resident and Chief Fellow. Prior to his current appointments, Dr. Rubin served for 11 … Read More

Researchers at the University of Chicago Medicine are launching a four-year research trial to test the effects of two evidenced-based interventions for personalized diabetes care for older adults, thanks to a new $5 million grant provided by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), part of the National Institutes of Health. The “My Diabetes, My Community” research trial incorporates two existing strategies designed to personalize sugar control goals, engage patients and enhance self-care. This trial is particularly novel in that its target patient population is adults over age 65. “Many clinical interventions are determined by research … Read More

Milda Saunders, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Section of General Internal Medicine, has been appointed as the inaugural Assistant Dean for Multicultural Affairs, working closely with Dr. Monica Vela, Associate Dean for Multicultural Affairs, in providing key support to the students of the Pritzker School of Medicine.. Dr. Saunders received her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and her Master’s in Public Health from Johns Hopkins University, before completing her residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at the University of Chicago. Dr. Saunders spent two years as a Hospitalist Scholar and a Fellow in … Read More

Christine Babcock, MD MSc, associate professor of medicine, has been named as the interim chief of the Section of Emergency Medicine effective October 15, 2020.  Dr. Babcock received her MD from the University of Wisconsin Medical School and completed her Emergency Medicine training at the University of Chicago in 2007.  Upon completion, she joined the faculty in the Section of Emergency Medicine where she currently serves as associate professor and director of the Emergency Medicine Residency Program, a position that she has held since 2011.  Dr. Babcock also holds a Master of Science in Threat and Response Management from the … Read More

Dr. Everett Vokes, Chair of the Department of Medicine , has announced the appointment of Raghu Mirmira, MD, PhD, as Associate Vice Chair for Translational Research. Dr. Mirmira, Professor of Medicine in the Section of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism and Director of the Department‘s Translational Research Center joined the faculty last November. Since that time his leadership, dedication and success as a translational investigator have been remarkable. His commitment to the development of trainees at all levels, and his prior experience as Director of the Medical Scientist Training Program at Indiana University School of Medicine, as well as his service … Read More

Anindita “Oni” Basu, PhD, assistant professor of  medicine in the Section of Genetic Medicine  has received the prestigious National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director’s New Innovator Award. These awards, part of the NIH’s High-Risk, High-Reward Research Program, are given to exceptionally creative scientists proposing high-risk, high-impact research at all career stages. The New Innovator Award, funded through the NIH Common Fund, is focused on supporting early career researchers, supporting unusually innovative research from early career investigators who are within 10 years of completing their final degree. This year, 53 researchers were recognized with the award. “The breadth of innovative science … Read More

Dr. Joseph Baron  passed away on September 20,2020  in Boston at the age of 82. Dr. Baron served the Department of Medicine for over 50 years and his contributions to the clinical, research and educational missions of the Department were second to none. Dr. Baron enrolled as an undergraduate at the University of Chicago in 1954. The entirety of his subsequent career has been served at the University of Chicago except for two years as a Research Associate at the NIH. He served as Chief Resident from 1966-67, and then was appointed to faculty as an instructor in the Section … Read More