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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 6h
Congratulations to the 2026 recipients of the Excellence in Mentoring Faculty Awards, Drs. Jose Garcia and Rachel Issaka! With this award, the @uwmedicine.bsky.social Committee for Mentoring & Faculty Advocacy (CMFA) annually annual recognizes the mentoring achievements of senior faculty. 👏👏👏
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Excellence in Mentoring Faculty Awards | Department of Medicine News
Drs. Jose Garcia and Rachel Issaka are the 2026 recipients of the Committee for Mentoring & Faculty Advocacy (CMFA) Excellence in Mentoring Faculty Award.
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Fred Hutch @fredhutch.org · 08/10/2026
A @nature.com study led by Yeon Soo Kim in the Hsieh Lab at Fred Hutch reveals that a single transfer RNA (tRNA) helps determine whether prostate cancer remains treatment-sensitive or becomes resistant, opening new avenues in precision oncology. bit.ly/4zG67xV
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Key driver of aggressive prostate cancer identified, suggesting new way to reverse drug resistance
Researchers at Fred Hutch Cancer Center have identified a previously overlooked molecular regulator that helps determine whether prostate tumors remain sensitive to treatment or evolve into a more agg...
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UW Nephrology @uwnephrology.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Congratulations, Dr. Matthew Rivara, professor at UW #Nephrology, on being elected to the global Council of the Int'l Society for Peritoneal Dialysis as 1 of 2 reps from N. America! The Council acts as the primary governing body of ISPD. ✨🫘👏 #peritoneal #dialysis #kidney @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social
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Fred Hutch @fredhutch.org · 07/10/2026
How clinical trials are changing treatment duration, how translational science is helping overcome immunotherapy resistance and why bringing research closer to patients matters: Listen to the latest Oncology Insights with @pgrivasmdphd.bsky.social and Ajay Gopal. bit.ly/4ekydGr
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Dr. Ajay Gopal on lymphoma innovation, clinical trials and leadership
Petros Grivas, MD, PhD, FASCO sits down with Ajay Gopal, MD for a wide-ranging conversation about the past, present and future of lymphoma care.
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Dr. Wang and VCFA Alyssa Williamson had the opportunity to take a whirlwind walking tour and meet the wonderful folks at Harborview last week. This week's Chair's Blog details some of the history of HMC and the breadth and scope of DOM patient care and research.
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Harborview Medical Center | Department of Medicine News
We had the opportunity to take a whirlwind walking tour and meet the wonderful folks at Harborview last week.
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
A week of retreats and research center visits! Last week, Dr. Wang travelled around Seattle to visit 2 of our research centers and attend 3 different retreats (in one day!) Read more in the latest Chair's Blog: mednews.uw.edu/news/chairs-...
Members of the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine.Members of the DEIB council at the retreatMembers of the Division of Gastoenterology
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UW Nephrology @uwnephrology.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
🏆🎉 Dr. Kathy Tuttle is the FIRST person to receive BOTH top American #Heart Association awards in the same year! Clinical #Research Prize and Distinguished #Scientist Award! She is a #kidney rockstar! @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social #nephsky #nephrology #medicine blog.providence.org/eastern-wash...
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Providence Researcher Earns Top American Heart Association Awards
Dr. Katherine Tuttle's work has helped advance care for people with kidney, heart and metabolic diseases.
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Fred Hutch @fredhutch.org · 25/09/2026
$3.5M NIH grant supports a Fred Hutch-led clinical trial to find the optimal dose of PTCy, a drug used to help prevent #GVHD after bone marrow #transplant. Researchers will test whether lower doses can reduce side effects while maintaining benefits. bit.ly/4hd8MZu
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UW Nephrology @uwnephrology.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Congratulations to Dr. Kathy Tuttle on receiving the 2026 AHA Clinical Research Prize!! 👏🫘✨She is an internationally recognized clinical researcher whose work has helped transform the treatment of #CKD #kidneydisease #research #nephsky @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social newsroom.heart.org/news/kidney-...
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Kidney disease clinical research leader to receive the 2026 Clinical Research Prize
Embargoed until 8 a.m. CT/9 a.m. ET, Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026 DALLAS, Sept. 23, 2026 — An internationally recognized clinical researcher whose work has helped transform the treatment of chronic kidne...
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Fred Hutch @fredhutch.org · 23/09/2026
New research from Fred Hutch and UW could help more patients with triple-negative breast and tubo-ovarian cancers benefit from targeted therapies. HRDefine more precisely identifies tumors likely to respond to PARP inhibitors, advancing precision medicine. bit.ly/4iJ8v1E
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New assay better predicts treatment for two cancers
Thanks to the work of Fred Hutch/University of Washington clinical researchers, a big discovery may soon make a “big, big impact” on patients dealing with two intractable cancers: tubo-ovarian and tri...
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UW Medicine @uwmedicine.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Dr. Anna Wald of the UW School of Medicine explains how herd immunity helps slow the spread of infectious diseases and protect vulnerable populations. Read the full story to learn how vaccination helps protect both individuals and communities.
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Herd Immunity Is Real
And slows the spread of germs.
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Last week, Dr. Wang welcomed visiting colleagues from Naivasha, Kenya! Since 2012, UW has partnered with Naivasha Sub-County Referral Hospital through the Clinical Education Partnership Initiative. Meeting with colleagues, both local and global, highlight the value of partnerships!
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Advancing cancer care and global health medical education | Department of Medicine News
Last week, I had the privilege of meeting with faculty and leaders at Fred Hutch Cancer Center and connecting with visiting colleagues from Naivasha Sub-County Referral Hospital in Kenya.
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UW Nephrology @uwnephrology.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
“This is so important because #cardiovascular and #kidney disease are deeply interconnected, yet we have often approached them as separate conditions,” said Nisha Bansal, MD, MAS, professor of #nephrology at UW @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social @nishabansal.bsky.social www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
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ESC’s Joint Guidelines Bridge Cardiorenal Care
From mandatory dual-parameter screenings to aggressive blood pressure targets, the new ESC/ERA guidelines signal a major paradigm shift in cardiorenal care.
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UW Medicine @uwmedicine.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Join us in congratulating the UW Medical Center – Montlake Cardiac Care unit for earning the G.O.A.T. award in recognition of their commitment to excellence in patient care. “G.O.A.T.” stands for Grounded in care, Outstanding in Action, Trusted by all.
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
We are thrilled to share that Dr. Neha Deshpande has accepted the role of director of Medicine Student Programs and clerkship director for the 3rd-year medical student clerkship in medicine! Dr. Deshpande has been the UWMC site director for the Medicine Clerkship since 2022.
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Neha Deshpande new director of Medicine Student Programs | Department of Medicine News
Deshpande has accepted the role of director of Medicine Student Programs and clerkship director, effective Nov. 1.
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UW Nephrology @uwnephrology.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
✨🤩UW Nephrology services begin today on the NW Campus! Dr. Rajnish Mehrotra, head of #Nephrology, says this opens possibilities unavailable elsewhere. “Leading-edge innovation and science, clinical trials - that is the opportunity we offer.” @uwmedicine.bsky.social #Seattle #Kidneycare
UW Medicine NW Campus
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
🌟 We’re excited to grow our already incredible leadership team! ✅ We have several active opportunities for division and department leadership, along with leadership workshops and professional development opportunities designed to help rising leaders to grow their skills and chart their paths.
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Recruiting new leaders | Department of Medicine News
We are in the process of searching for many new leaders in the UW DOM and I encourage many of you to apply and join our team. Choosing the right leaders is one of the most important things any large a...
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Congratulations to Dr. Eric Larson, affiliate professor (GIM), on being selected to chair the U.S. Military and Veteran Health's committee on the Examination of the Direct Neurocognitive Effects of SARS-CoV-2 Infection Across the Lifespan and Implications.
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Eric Larson to chair National Academies committee | Department of Medicine News
Larson will chair the committee on the Examination of the Direct Neurocognitive Effects of SARS-CoV-2 Infection Across the Lifespan and Implications for U.S. Military and Veteran Health.
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
🎉 Please help us congratulate our incredible providers named to Seattle Met Magazine’s 21st annual list of the region’s Best Doctors! We’re thrilled to celebrate our doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners who were selected by their peers for this well-deserved recognition. 👏
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2026 Top Doctors, Physician Assistants and Nurses | Department of Medicine News
Congratulations to those who made the 2026 Seattle Met’s annual list of the best health care professionals in the region.
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Dr. Judith Tsui, (GIM) has been awarded two R01 grants from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA). One grants funds a 5-year project aiming to increase access to HIV screening and prevention, the other funds an initiative to improve outpatient opioid use disorder treatment.
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Opioid treatment programs | Department of Medicine News
Dr. Judith Tsui has been awarded two grants from the National Institute on Drug Abuse for opioid treatment programs.
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Dr. Lynn Symonds (Hematology and Oncology) has received a prestigious @ascocancer.bsky.social Career Development Award for work on a new biomarker for triple-negative breast cancer, or TNBC. "It’s not just about supporting one project; it really helps nurture a career.”
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Lynn Synmonds receives Career Development Award | Department of Medicine News
She has received a prestigious American Society of Clinical Oncology Career Development Award for work on a new biomarker for triple-negative breast cancer.
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Attn DOM QI and patient safety enthusiasts‼️ Our QI Webinar Series kicks off Tues Sept 8 at noon with "Making Sense of QI Problems: Using QI Tools”. The 8-month program teaches essential quality improvement methods. View the full monthly schedule and register: patientsafety.uw.edu/programs/DOM...
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DOM Quality Improvement Webinar Series: "Making Sense of QI Problems: Using QI Tools” featuring Dr. Lauge Sokol-Hessner (GIM)

Please register and view the full monthly schedule at patientsafety.uw.edu

Upcoming sessions
Oct 20, 2026
Nov 17, 2026
Dec 15, 2026
Jan 12, 2027
Additional in-person workshops

The upcoming webinar will prepare attendees to:
Describe the role for QI tools in the QI process
Compare tools and discuss when they are most useful
Apply the optimal QI tool in real-world cases
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Jeanne Gallée, PhD CCC-SLP @jgallee.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
We were so delighted to have the opportunity to share our new tool, the Progressive Aphasia Communication Toolkit through the ASHA Stream! @ashajournals.bsky.social @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social stream.asha.org/breaking-dow...
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Breaking Down The Research: The Progressive Aphasia Communication Toolkit (Pact)
We interviewed authors Dr. Jeanne Gallée and Dr. Kimiko Domoto-Reily, to discuss their new...
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Join us in congratulating Alyssa Williamson, our new VCFA effective Sept. 1! Alyssa is currently our Senior Director for Clinical Programs and Co-Interim Vice Chair with Jackie Monroe. Dr. Wang shares, "we are so incredibly lucky as a department to have her on our executive leadership team."
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Alyssa Williamson new Vice Chair for Administration and Finance | Department of Medicine News
Alyssa was chosen after an extensive and competitive nationwide search and we are so incredibly lucky as a department to have her on our executive leadership team.
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Please join us in welcoming Josh Johnston, our new Year Up intern, to the department! Josh will be supporting the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB), starting with helping to organize our annual DEIB Retreat on Sept 24! Read his spotlight: bit.ly/4ixAMIb
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Fred Hutch @fredhutch.org · 26/08/2026
Drs. Andrew Hsieh and Rashmi Mishra identify a key step in the protein-making process that turns a treatable form of prostate cancer into a more lethal, drug-resistant subtype — and a way to switch it back. bit.ly/46o68JV
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Fred Hutch researchers discover molecular switch that helps prostate cancer quickly change its biology to evade therapy
Fred Hutch researchers show in recent study how aggressive prostate cancer shapeshifts from a form that is treatable with drugs to a more lethal form that is much less treatable. The study also descri...
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
🚨We're hiring! We have an exceptional opportunity for a Program Operations Specialist to join the Interventional Cardiology program! If you’re looking for a meaningful opportunity to support a nationally recognized program in academic medicine, we encourage you to apply! 🔗 bit.ly/4iw2XHl
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UW Medicine Newsroom @uwmnewsroom.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
2.9 million acres have burned across Washington and Oregon this year. "Wildfire smoke is more than just a bother because the smoke contains extremely small particles that can penetrate deep into the lungs and into the body through circulation," said Dr. Leo Morales. @uwmedicine.bsky.social
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UW Medicine Newsroom @uwmnewsroom.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
A research trial will compare 2 drugs used to treat shock after a cardiac arrest. The condition affects 70% of cases. @nickjohnsonmd.bsky.social @uwashem.bsky.social co-lead the trial, which aims to improve cardiac arrest survival. @uwmedicine.bsky.social
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Research trial aims to improve cardiac arrest survival - UW Medicine | Newsroom
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Fred Hutch @fredhutch.org · 24/08/2026
Congrats to Dr. Andrew Hsieh on being named inaugural holder of the Larry and Virginia Gordon Endowed Chair in Prostate and Bladder Cancer Research at Fred Hutch! The chair provides flexible funding for high-risk, high-reward research on genitourinary cancers. 🔗 bit.ly/4cbx96W
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
The future is bright! ✨ In the latest Chair's Blog, Dr. Wang shared, "It's hard not to be full of hope and optimism when you get to meet the future clinicians, educators, and researchers who will use their talents to contribute to UW and the broader community for years to come." 🔗 bit.ly/4xq4Da8
Dr. Wang with a group of residents during the annual retreat in UW's Pack Forest.Fellows sitting in an auditorium for a presentation during a workshop.
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Fred Hutch @fredhutch.org · 21/08/2026
Join us in congratulating Dr. Lawrence Fong on his appointment as SVP & Director of Fred Hutch's Translational Science & Therapeutics Division, effective Dec. 1. In his new role, Fong will help accelerate the translation of scientific discoveries into new therapies for patients.
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Happy GME Professionals Day! 🎉 Today, we celebrate and recognize the dedicated professionals who make graduate medical education possible and help our trainees and programs thrive. Thank you for being the sturdy support our faculty and trainees can always count on. We appreciate you! 💜
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
The Division of Cardiology aims to make the path to a career in medicine more accessible with the WA ACC High School Mentorship Program. This collaborative initiative provides high school students with mentors in cardiology and an inside look at the field of medicine. Read more: bit.ly/3S55NbP
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
What does it mean to lead with purpose? In her latest Chair’s Blog, Dr. Wang reflects on leading with purpose, the power of philanthropy, and how both help drive our mission and make our work possible. Read the full Chair's Blog: mednews.uw.edu/news/chairs-...
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Cancer Vaccine Institute (CVI) at UW Medicine @uwcvi.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Congratulations Dr. Nora Disis, CVI Director, who has been selected by @sitcancer.bsky.social to join the 2026 Fellows of the Academy of Immuno-Oncology. Learn more about this award and celebrate with us here: www.uwcvi.org/post/dr-nora... Headshot Credits: Lisa Stromme Warren
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Our latest faculty spotlight is on Dr. Thomas Hawn, professor and interim head, Division of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. "The future of UW AID is more important than ever..." Read the full spotlight: mednews.uw.edu/news/faculty...
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
PI Dr. David Koelle and Co-I Dr. Christine Johnston (Allergy and Infectious Diseases) have received a R21 award to support pregnant women who are at risk for transmitting the varicella zoster virus infection to their child. mednews.uw.edu/news/R21/var...
Varicella zoster virus
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UW Department of Rehabilitation Medicine @uwrehabmed.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Many medical students report receiving little training on Long COVID. A new free online curriculum, LEARN, helps address that gap by providing education for healthcare professionals. Developed by UW Medicine's Anita Chopra, MD, and Stanford collaborators. Read more: ow.ly/vmYO50Zz38l
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New curriculum empowers future healthcare providers to recognize and treat Long COVID
A free online curriculum called LEARN prepares future healthcare providers to care for people with Long COVID. Built by doctors and students at 2 RECOVER study sites, LEARN bridges a gap some medical trainees see in their training.
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
We are excited to announce our new leaders for the Division of Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine, Drs. Jose Garcia and Katherine Bennett. Learn more about Drs. Garcia & Bennett and this new approach to divisional leadership within the department in the latest Chair's Blog: bit.ly/4wXNzrY
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Dr. Jose Garcia will serve as interim division head and Dr. Katherine Bennett as the new associate division head for clinical affairs, effective Sept. 16.”
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University of Washington School of Medicine @uwsom-wwami.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
The University of Washington Network of Underrepresented Residents & Fellows (UW NURF) cordially invites prospective residents to participate in our Virtual Recruitment Town Hall on Tuesday, August 25, from 6:00 – 8:00pm PT. Register here: bit.ly/4bni02
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UW Medicine Newsroom @uwmnewsroom.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
“For decades we have distilled an overnight sleep study into a handful of summary measures. AI gives us the opportunity to learn from the full richness of sleep physiology,” said Reena Mehra @uwmedicine.bsky.social. Read about the paper published in @natcomms.nature.com today:
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AI identifies health risks from routine sleep study data - UW Medicine | Newsroom
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
In her latest Chair's Blog, Dr. Wang discusses upcoming opportunities for professional and leadership development nationally and our plans to build out more opportunities locally. Read more and find program details: mednews.uw.edu/news/chairs-...
Professional and leadership development
In her latest blog, Dr. Wang discusses upcoming opportunities for professional and leadership development nationally, and our plans to build out more opportunities locally.

AAMC Mid-Career Faculty Leadership Development Seminar
The SOM will sponsor up to two faculty to attend. Submissions for sponsorship are due by August 5.

Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine (ELAM)/Executive Leadership in Healthcare (ELH)
The SOM will provide 50% funding for two participants, and the department will cover the remaining 50% for any selected DOM faculty.

Read more in latest chair’s blog
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OncLive @onclive.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
WATCH: Sara A. Hurvitz, MD, FACP, discusses the mechanism of action of evorpacept and data with the agent in pretreated HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer. @fredhutch.org @uwmedicine.bsky.social #bcsm #oncology www.onclive.com/view/dr-hurv...
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Dr Hurvitz on Evorpacept Plus Zanidatamab in Pretreated HER2+ Metastatic Breast Cancer | OncLive
Sara A. Hurvitz, MD, FACP, discusses the mechanism of action of evorpacept and data with the agent in pretreated HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer.
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Drs. Shawn Skerrett, T. Eoin West (PulmCCSM), and Patrick Stayton (Bioengineering) were awarded funding for three years by the Wellcome Leap program in Focused Antibiotics. Their project aims to reformulate existing antibiotics to spare the gut microbiome without loss of treatment efficacy.
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Focused Antibiotics | Wellcome Leap: Unconventional Projects. Funded at Scale.
NEW $50M PROGRAM APPLY NOW We are pleased to announce the selected performers.Matthew Bogyo, Stanford UniversitySerena de Gelidi, Calla Lily Clinical CareCesar de la Fuent...
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UW Medicine Newsroom @uwmnewsroom.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Many people have overly simplistic ideas about how weight relates to their health, says Dr. Arthi Thirumalai, UW Endocrinology. See the @everydayhealth.bsky.social story. @uwmedicine.bsky.social
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Most Adults Have Heard of ‘Metabolic Health,’ but Few Understand It, a New Survey Finds
Metabolic health isn’t just about weight, though new survey findings suggest that nearly half of people don’t know that. Attaining good metabolic health is linked to a longer, healthier life. Learn mo...
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University of Washington Department of Medicine @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Whether through our partnership with the VA, the stories we share in spaces like Grand Rounds, or the trusted colleagues who support us every day, our connections strengthen our community and our commitment to our shared mission. Read Dr. Wang's latest Chair's Blog: bit.ly/4wgh5Il
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In her latest blog, Dr. Wang discusses our important partnership with the VA, great storytelling, the power of support teams, and her philosophy on work-life blend over work-life balance.”
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UW Infectious Disease Fellowship Program @uwidfellowship.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
So well-deserved! Congratulations to Dr. Tulloch-Palomino, a true 🌟of our Seattle VA! mednews.uw.edu/news/2026-mc...
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Luis Tulloch-Palomino receives 2026 Steven R. McGee Teaching Award | Department of Medicine News
Dr. Luis Tulloch-Palomino, assistant professor (Allergy and Infectious Diseases) is the 2026 recipient of the Steven R. McGee, MD Teaching Excellence Award. This award was created in recognition of Dr...
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UW Medicine @uwmedicine.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
An interview with infectious disease specialist Dr. Helen Chu @uwdeptmedicine.bsky.social in the Harvard Advanced Leadership Initiative's Social Impact Review examines her leadership on vaccine equity, public trust and why immunization systems are falling short. Read the full interview.
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Vaccines, Equity, and Public Trust: A Front‑Line View from Seattle to CDC ACIP -- Harvard ALI Social Impact Review
From Seattle's first COVID-19 signals to the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), Dr. Helen Chu, University of Washington Professor of Medicine, shares a front-line perspective on vaccines, health equity, and public trust in conver...
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Fred Hutch @fredhutch.org · 21/07/2026
Congratulations to the eight researchers at Fred Hutch who will receive a total of $975,000 for research projects as part of Fred Hutch’s Evergreen Fund, an internal grant program designed to advance translational discoveries to a commercially viable stage.
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