Dr. Jonathan M. Chen, chief of pediatric cardiac surgery, director of pediatric cardiovascular services, the David Wallace - Starr Foundation Professor of Clinical Pediatric Cardiology, a professor of cardiothoracic surgery and professor of cardiothoracic surgery in pediatrics, was elected vice-chair of the United Network of Organ Sharing's Membership and Professional Standards Committee for the July 2013-2015 term. The Network is the private, non-profit organization that manages the nation's organ transplant system under contract with the federal government. Additionally, Dr. Chen was an invited speaker for the Society of Thoracic Surgeons' 49th annual meeting, presenting "If and When to Transplant the Failing Fontan," Jan. 27 in Los Angeles, Calif. The mission of the Society is to enhance the ability of cardiothoracic surgeons to provide the highest quality patient care through education, research, and advocacy.
Dr. Richard D. Granstein, chairman of the Department of Dermatology and the George W. Hambrick Jr. Professor in Dermatology, was honored by the National Rosacea Society for "participation and guidance over the years, which have been essential in helping the NRS carry out its mission of improving the lives of the estimated 16 million Americans who suffer from this disorder," at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology in March.
Dr. Geri Kreitzer, associate professor of cell and developmental biology, has been selected to serve on the membership committee of the American Society for Cell Biology. The American Society for Cell Biology, a community of biologists studying the cell, has dedicated itself to advancing scientific discovery, advocating sound research policies, improving education, promoting professional development and increasing diversity in the scientific workforce.
Dr. Anne Moore, medical director of the Weill Cornell Breast Center and professor of clinical medicine, is chair-elect for the American Society for Clinical Oncology's Leadership Development Program, a year-long professional development course, for a three-year term ending in 2016. The Society promotes and provides for lifelong learning for oncology professionals; cancer research; an improved environment for oncology practice; access to quality cancer care; a global network of oncology expertise; and educated and informed patients with cancer. Dr. Moore will also serve a second six-year term on the New York Community Trust Board of Directors as the nominee of the New York Academy of Medicine. The Trust is one of the largest private funders of New York City nonprofits.
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