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Happy Birthday, Harvey!

The “Father of Echocardiography" has turned 90 years old.

Caitlin VanOverberghe  |  Dec 05, 2023

Casey recognized with alumni award

Tara Casey, MHA, the Associate Vice Chair for Operations in the Department of Medicine, was given the IU Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health’s Early Careerist Award.

Caitlin VanOverberghe  |  Dec 05, 2023

Hospitalist recognized with safety, values awards

Department of Medicine hospitalist and adjunct faculty member Brad Sutter, MD, was recently honored by peers with two notable local awards.

Caitlin VanOverberghe  |  Dec 04, 2023

Dillon leaves legacy of public service

It is with sadness that the Department of Medicine and the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine at Indiana University School of Medicine announce the passing of our colleague, James Christian Dillon, MD, former cardiologist and professor emeritus of medicine for the school, on Nov. 15, 2023. He was 83.

Angie Antonopoulos  |  Nov 20, 2023

Staff Spotlight: Jennifer Gross

Staff Spotlight Jennifer Gross: Each month, the Department of Medicine recognizes one of its staff members for having gone above and beyond in their role. Those featured have been nominated by a colleague or supervisor for their dedication and hard work.

Duncan leads quest to end health disparities in lung cancer

Francesca Duncan, MD, is determined to end disparities in the diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer—the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States.

Laura Gates  |  Nov 02, 2023

First-Gen: Prominent IU School of Medicine faculty share their experiences as first generation students

From the IU School of Medicine executive board to campus leaders and pioneering physician-scientists, first-gen faculty are among the school's most prominent faces.

Laura Gates  |  Oct 25, 2023

Rex given the Sagamore of the Wabash

A respected Indiana University School of Medicine faculty member and trailblazing gastroenterologist has been given the Sagamore of the Wabash, one of the state’s highest honors. Douglas Rex, MD, a distinguished professor emeritus in the Department of Medicine at IU, was formally given the title Thursday, Sept. 28, during a boisterous celebration outside the Indiana University Health endoscopy suite named in his honor.

Caitlin VanOverberghe  |  Oct 02, 2023

Department of Medicine faculty recognized during 2023 Meeting

Two Department of Medicine faculty members received awards during the Fall All-School Meeting on September 12, 2023. Greg Sachs, MD, was one of two faculty members to receive the Excellence in Faculty Mentoring Award; while Sylk Sotto, EdD, MBA, MPS, earned the Scholar Educator Award.

Staff members recognized at 2023 Fall Meeting

Four Department of Medicine staff members received well-deserved recognitions during the Fall All-School Meeting, which was held on September 12, 2023.