DOM Celebrates 2 Winter DOM STAR Awardees
Tanya Sloane, an administrative associate in the Division of Nephrology, was named a 2024 Winter DOM STAR awardee in recognition of her dedication to providing support and fostering a workplace where colleagues feel valued and respected. In a nomination letter, Division Director Orlando Gutierrez, M.D., called Sloane “a model staff member” and the “go-to person for help, a friendly smile, or encouragement.”
Ellen Lazarre, CRNP, the inaugural oncology APP manager for both Hem-Onc and Rad-Onc, has been named a 2024 Winter DOM STAR awardee in recognition of her outstanding leadership and dedication to nearly 60 APPs. Nominator Kelly Godby, M.D., described Lazarre as “a servant leader, approachable, supportive, and someone who motivates her team by encouraging them to be their best selves.”
DOM Hosts Town Halls to Address Employee Concerns
The Department of Medicine, the UAB enterprise, and Birmingham’s healthcare landscape have experienced significant change throughout 2024. To offer a departmental perspective on these issues, Interim Chair Mark Dransfield, M.D., hosted two town hall meetings to foster open dialogue about the department’s future and address employees' concerns. Topics discussed included the St. Vincent’s acquisition, communication about the Fair Labor Standards Act injunction, efforts to retain and recognize DOM staff, and an update on the search for a permanent department chair. Attendees engaged in positive and productive dialogue about the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Above: Professor Brooks Vaughan, M.D., asks a question from the audience.
DOM Takes Home 8 Argus Awards
On Wednesday, nearly 200 Last month, UAB Heersink School of Medicine celebrated its annual Argus Awards, where medical students recognized outstanding faculty, courses, and course directors in various categories. The Department of Medicine was represented in eight categories. Congratulations to the following 2024 Argus Award recipients:
DOM Recognizes Outstanding Faculty and Staff
On Wednesday, nearly 200 employees gathered in the Margaret Cameron Spain Auditorium to celebrate 2024 DOM Recognition Day. The ceremony was kicked off by Interim Chair Dr. Mark Dransfield, who recognized individuals for their significant milestones achieved over the past year. Departmental leaders and division directors honored outstanding physicians, APPs, preceptors, teachers, investigators, and staff for their exceptional contributions.
Krick Named SSCI Mentor of the Year
Stephanie Krick, M.D., associate professor in the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Medicine, has been named the 2024 Southern Society for Clinical Investigation Mentor of the Year in the Student Category. The award celebrates her contribution to building the future of medicine as a wise and trusted advisor, positive role model, and source of encouragement. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition, Dr. Krick!