Congratulations to Hospitalists Promoted to Associate Professor of Medicine

Congratulations to Crystal Atwood, MD, Safa Farrag, MD, and Eric Johnson, MD, on their promotions to Associate Professor of Medicine retroactive to July of 2025. Crystal Atwood, MD, is highly experienced in multiple clinical service lines in Hospital Medicine, with expertise in managing complex inpatient care. As an active member of the QI and Patient […]

The DOM Insider Volume 26 (Links to an external site)

In this Issue: Message from the Chair, Grants, High Impact Research Publications, Spotlight, Clinical Programs, In Memoriam: Dr. Stuart A. Kornfeld, Awards/Fellowships/Honors/Accolades, Leadership/Appointments, Office of Faculty Development, IDEAS at DOM, Vice Chair for Career Advancement, Vice Chairs of Safety, Quality, and Operations, Faculty Presentations, Welcome to WashU Medicine, Call for Applications and Events.

Eva Aagaard, MD, Named the Deans Medal for Education Recipient

Congratulations to our Division of General Medicine & Geriatrics colleague, Eva Aagaard, MD, who has been named the inaugural recipient of the Deans Medal for Education. The honor reflects her outstanding contributions to the Dean’s Office, Graduate and Undergraduate Medical Education, curriculum renewal, the Division of Biology and Biomedical Sciences, and her unwavering leadership and advocacy for medical […]

Alison Antes, PhD, Selected to Receive Exemplary Educator Award

Congratulations to our Division of General Medicine & Geriatrics colleague, Alison Antes, PhD, selected to receive this year’s Exemplary Educator Award from the WashU Medicine Academy of Educators. The Exemplary Educator Award was established in 2022 that recognizes a faculty member who is actively building a legacy as an educator through their contributions in educational service, leadership, or scholarship. […]

Anthony Dao, MD, Selected to Receive Rising Star Award

Congratulations to hospitalist and long-time passionate educator, Anthony Dao, MD, on being selected to receive the Rising Star Award from the WashU Medicine Academy of Educators. Only two other WashU Medicine faculty were selected from a large pool of incredibly talented educators. Dr. Dao has joined the Division of Hospital Medicine after completing his Internal […]

Dr. Abby Spencer named recipient of the Newcomb Alumnae Association Community Service Award by her alma mater

Congratulations to Abby Spencer, MD, MS, FACP for being awarded the Newcomb Alumnae Association Community Service Award by her alma mater, Tulane University, through the Newcomb Alumni Association. Every year, the alumni association honors Newcomb and Tulane graduates who have made exceptional achievements in their industries, contributions to their communities, and shown overwhelming dedication to their alma mater. The […]

Hospitalists take next steps to Implement Diagnostic Accuracy Improvements

Radha Devi, MD, Timothy Evans, MD, and Rob Young, MD, have been spearheading the ADEPT (Achieving Diagnostic Excellence Through Prevention and Teamwork) initiative at WashU in collaboration with Colorado’s Institute for Healthcare Quality, Safety, and Efficiency (IHQSE). Along with 14 other academic medical institutions across the United States, the WashU ADEPT team is leading the […]

Congratulations to 2025 Castle Connolly Top Doctors® (Links to an external site)

The Division is excited to announce that 11 of our physicians have been selected for the 2025 Castle Connolly Top Doctors® list. The Top Doctors® selection process is based solely on merit; physicians cannot purchase their inclusion. These doctors exemplify superior healthcare, demonstrating both outstanding clinical expertise and excellent interpersonal abilities. For additional details, please […]