UofA College of Medicine Phoenix Welcomes New Faculty

New Faculty Reception at University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix celebrates the many new faces of research and medical education at the Phoenix Bioscience Core.

Pictured: Dr. Freya Spielberg (left), and Dr. Fredric Edward Wondisford, Dean of College of Medicine Phoenix (right)

This week, the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix hosted a reception introducing eighteen new faculty members in the Grand Canyon space located between the Health Sciences Education Building (HSEB)and the Biomedical Sciences Partnership Building (BSPB). The atmosphere was casual and inviting, offering the opportunity for seasoned faculty, community members, and family members to connect, celebrate, and welcome new colleagues into the thriving academic and medical community.

The reception featured introductions from key faculty leaders, including Dean Wondisford and Dr. Chris Glembotski, who highlighted the university’s mission to advance medical education, research, and patient care in Arizona. They emphasized the crucial role that faculty members play in shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals and advancing the university’s innovative initiatives.

Pictured: (Left to right) Dr. Jiayou Wang, Dr. Shuwei Hu, and Dr. Yanqiao Zhang

The event served as a testament to the vibrant and collaborative spirit within Phoenix’s medical and academic ecosystem. By fostering connections between institutions like the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix and the Phoenix Bioscience Core, the event highlights the importance of partnership in advancing healthcare and biomedical research in Arizona.

Pictured: New Faculty Reception in the Grand Canyon located between HSEB and BSPB

Congratulations and welcome to all of the new faculty members at U of A College of Medicine Phoenix at the Phoenix Bioscience Core!


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