Rao receives senior investigator clinical science research honor
Satish Rao, M.D., Ph.D., professor of internal medicine and director of neurogastroenterology and gastrointestinal motility at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, has received a 2009 Senior Investigator Clinical Science Research Award from the International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders.
Rao, a gastroenterologist with UI Hospitals and Clinics, studies irritable bowel syndrome, biofeedback and constipation, and dietary fructose intolerance. He received the international award for his outstanding contributions in clinical research on common functional gastrointestinal disorders. Rao was honored at the Eighth International Symposium on Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders held April 17 in Milwaukee.
The award fosters multidisciplinary efforts to advance the understanding of gastrointestinal disorders in adults and children. Learn more at www.giresearch.org.
Rowat receives first Ben Pardini Interdisciplinary Teaching Award
Congratulations to Jane Rowat, who was recently recognized with the Ben Pardini Interdisciplinary Teaching Award. Jane is very active in medical education at the student, resident and fellow level and we benefit greatly from her expertise and enthusiasm for education.
The Ben Pardini Interdisciplinary Teaching Award - Dr. Ben Pardini was an inspirational teacher, researcher, and health care provider who passed away last year. As a physician’s assistant, he embodied the spirit of teamwork and service. Through his engaging instruction, scientific innovation, and compassion for his patients, he made a lasting positive impact on countless people.
We wish to honor Dr. Pardini’s memory by recognizing those who share his ideals. Nominees should be non-physician members of the healthcare community (e.g., physician assistants, nurses, social workers, pharmacists, nutritionists) who share Dr. Pardini’s passion for teamwork, education, service, and patient care.
Abboud receives Cannon Award
Francois Abboud, M.D., professor of internal medicine and molecular physiology and biophysics at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, has been selected to receive the 2009 Walter B. Cannon Memorial Award.
The award honors Cannon, a renowned Harvard University physiologist of the early 20th century, and is presented by the American Physiological Society to an outstanding physiological scientist.
As award recipient, Abboud will deliver a lecture on "Search for Autonomic Balance: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" at the society's 2009 Experimental Biology meeting April 18 in New Orleans. Autonomic balance, a concept Cannon developed, relates to nervous system function that controls involuntary actions.
Abboud also holds the Edith King Pearson Chair in Cardiovascular Research and directs the UI Cardiovascular Research Center.
At a Glance...
- Gwen Beck (General Medicine) has been named as a recipient of the 2009 Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award presented by the Arnold P. Gold Foundation.
- Frank Faraci (Cardiology) has been selected for the 2010 Berne Lectureship Award from the American Physiological Society.
- Peter Snyder (Cardiology) was elected to the Association of American Physicians (AAP) in April.
Antes Receives Collegiate Teaching Award
In recognition of her exemplary contributions as a teacher, Lisa Antes was awarded a Collegiate Teaching Award in February 2009.
Congratulations!
Hegeman Honored for Humanism in Medicine
Rebecca Hegeman, one of forty-five nominees for the AAMC’s 2008 Humanism in Medicine Award, has received a plaque for being nominated for the Humanism in Medicine award.
The Humanism in Medicine award is selected by the Organization of Student Representatives (OSR), presented by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and supported by Pfizer, Inc.
For more information about the Humanism in Medicine award, please feel free to visit the website: www.aamc.org/members/osr/humanism/start.htm.
Granner Receives Middleton Award
Daryl Granner received the Middleton Award, the highest award for biomedical research from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. An international leader in molecular biology and diabetes research, he is professor emeritus at the UI and at Vanderbilt University, as well as a former staff physician at the Nashville VA Medical Center. he currently serves the UI Carver College of medicine as a special consultant to the dean, particularly on departmental executive officer searches.
Davidson receives Mathilde Solowey Lecture Award in the Neurosciences
Beverly Davidson, Ph.D., professor of internal medicine, molecular physiology and biophysics, and neurology at the UI Carver College of Medicine, has received the 2009 Mathilde Solowey Lecture Award in the Neurosciences for her research developing brain-targeted therapies for inherited neurological diseases.
The annual award, which is administered by the Foundation for Advanced Education in the Sciences, honors rising neuroscientists for innovative research with significant translational potential.
Davidson has pioneered the development and application of brain-targeted gene-silencing technologies to treat neurodegenerative diseases. Gene silencing harnesses a powerful natural process called RNA interference to turn off production of toxic proteins. Davidson's work may help lead to therapies for conditions such as Huntington's disease and Lou Gehrig's disease.
Cardiology Faculty Elected as Council Members to ISHR and APS
Mark Anderson was among those elected as a council member of the International Society of Heart Research North American Section for the 2009-2015 term.
Curt Sigmund was elected a councilor of the American Physiological Society.
Congratulations!
Rothman named AAAS Fellow
Paul Rothman, M.D., dean of the UI Carver College of Medicine, executive director of UI Physicians and professor of internal medicine has been awarded the distinction of 2008 Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the world's largest general scientific society and publisher of the journal Science.
Rothman is among 486 individuals elected this year by peers. AAAS members are elevated to the rank of "Fellow" because their efforts to advance science or its applications are deemed scientifically or socially distinguished. The new Fellows will be honored at the 2009 AAAS annual meeting in February.
Dr. Rothman was recognized for contributions to the field of immunology, particularly for advances concerning signaling pathways and transcriptional control. His research on cytokines (immune system molecules) examines their role in the development of leukocytes. Abnormal development of these blood cells can lead to leukemia. He also studies the role of cytokines in immune system responses to asthma and allergies. Rothman earned his medical degree at Yale University School of Medicine and joined the UI in 2004.
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Denice and Leonid Zingman Made a Difference
Dee Gansemer (secretary, Cardiology secretary) submitted the names of Drs. Denice and Leonid Zingman for a "You Made A Difference" award due to a medical situation with her daughter.
CEO Ken Kates made the presentation to the Zingmans at Cardiology Grand Rounds on March 4, 2009. The photo at right includes Ken Kates, Denice and Leonid Zingman, Dee Gansemer, and her daughter.
Brian Olshansky awarded "You Made a Difference" Award
A patient submitted Dr. Olshansky’s name to receive the "You Made A Difference" award, and Mark Anderson presented that award to him at Cardiology Grand Rounds on March 4, 2009.
Congratulations!
Internal Medicine Honored by Cedar Rapids Community School District
The Department of Internal Medicine was nominated by the Cedar Rapids Community School District's Homeless Liaison Team to receive a Special Service to Education award. A certificate was given to the department at the annual School + Community Partnership Recognition on February 4, 2009.
As part of the department's Winter Warm-up charity drive held in December 2008, many items were donated to area schools, including the CRCSD. Thanks to everyone who donated!
