OSUMC Radiology - Section of Breast Imaging

Breast Imaging has undergone significant advancements over the past century, that made for an early detection and treatment of breast cancer. Robert Egan in 1956 at the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, combined a technique of low kVp and high mA and single emulsion films as a method of detecting calcifications in breast tissue, confirming breast cancers. The 1970s marked the widespread adoption of screen-film mammography, enhancing image clarity, and diagnostic accuracy.  In the same decade xeromammography introduced a dry imaging process, offering improved image quality and contrast compared to traditional methods. In the 1980s, breast ultrasound offered a non-invasive, radiation-free method which was particularly useful for assessing dense breasts or distinguishing between solid and cystic masses.  Late in 1980 dedicated stereotactic devices were developed for biopsy purposes.  In the early units the patient was in a sitting position while later the patient was prone.  A metallic marker was left in place for wire localization if it was needed later. MRI became a valuable tool in the 1990s, providing high-resolution images and functional information, aiding in detecting and characterizing breast lesions.  In the early 2000s, digital mammography replaced analog film, allowing for electronic image storage and manipulation, thereby improving diagnostic capabilities.  In 2010s Digital Breast Tomosynthesis or 3D mammography, provided three-dimensional imaging, reducing tissue overlap and enhancing detection especially in dense breasts. Contrast enhanced mammography is a method that highlights tumor vascularity and it is less expensive than breast MRI.  Molecular breast imaging is a nuclear medicine technique that detects metabolically active lesions. These advances made Breast Imaging and Interventions a distinct subspecialty in Diagnostic Radiology departments.

Lucy Freedy was born in the small town of Conway, North Carolina. She was one of the first women that was admitted to and graduated from Wake Forest College in North Carolina. Her dream was to become a medical doctor. After several unsuccessful attempts, she was admitted to Duke University Medical School.  She graduated and received her MD degree in 1957.  Her academic marks ranked her 2nd in her graduating class of 88 students.  When I became Chairman of the department I was impressed by Lucy's willingness to work in any section additional manpower was needed and her passion for breast imaging.  In addition to clinical duties she was willing to pass her knowledge to residents and medical students.  One of my best decisions was that I appointed Dr. Freedy as my Vice Chair during my tenure from 1992 to 2004.  She offered me advise when it was needed as I was the newcomer and later I enjoyed working with her in our breast section.  After many years of hard work she spent her retirement years in her beloved south in Clearwater Florida.  Lucy sadly passed on March 27, 2026 in her sleep at the age of 97. 

Michelle McCorvey was born in Luverne a small rural town in Alabama. Luverne is located to the south of Montgomery a pivotal city of the American Civil Rights movement famously know as the birthplace of the 1955-56 Bus Boycott sparked by Rosa Parks.  Dr. McCorvey did her undergraduate studies at Yale University and she received her MD degree from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University. She did her internship at Thomas Jefferson and her residency in Diagnostic Radiology at Hahnemann now Drexel University Medical Center and the George Washington University Medical Center from 1998 to 2002.  Her Fellowship on Breast Imaging and Intervention and Cross Sectional Imaging was at the George Washington University Medical Center in 7/2002-6/2003. When she joined OSU she was appointed as an Assistant Professor and was appointed as an Associate Professor of Clinical Radiology at the University of Texas in 2014. She is currently employed by Virtual Radiology Corporation (vRad), a Radiology Partners (RP) Company (9/2015 - present).  Michelle's two years tenure with us significantly enhanced the quality of care we provided to our patients. Although her time at OSU was brief, her impact was big.  When she moved to University of Texas San Antonio, the distance did not diminish our bond. We stayed in close contact, often visiting with her during breast meetings in Texas, cherishing the moments we shared and the lasting connections we built.

John Olsen was born in Brooklyn, NY, in 1943.  He completed his internship at D.C. General Hospital on the Georgetown Medical Service and his residency in Radiology at the University of Chicago in 1973.  After graduation, he served in the Army for two years and then practiced in Glen Cove, NY.  In 1976, he was hired as an Assistant Professor at the Ohio State and worked as a general radiologist. He was involved in breast imaging since 1977 when OSU acquired a Siemens Mammomat the first dedicated breast imaging platform that adopted low dose film. At the time most of mammography was done with standard x-ray equipment and industrial film requiring large doses of radiation and correctly Dr. Sydney Nelson, Radiology's Chairman considered unsafe.  The department at OSU was the first in Ohio to use low dose and to have a platform designed for breast imaging.  Dr. Olsen assisted in Nuclear Medicine, and in 1979 became the Acting Director and the the Director until 2006. In the early years and until the section of Breast Imaging was established mammograms were interpreted in Nuclear Medicine where breast surgeons like Dr. William Farrar and the legendary Dr. James brought cases to Dr. Olsen for consultation.  The department was among the first that adapted to the emerging technique of digital mammography in Central Ohio but long after two other health systems in a small Ohio town, Lima did. All referrals to Dr. Farrar from the Lima hospitals impressed him and suggested to two philanthropists Abigail Wexner and John Wolfe's wife to buy a digital unit for us and they did. When we moved to the outpatient breast center in Dublin, Dr. Olsen was the chief of mammography. I learned from him how to do stereotactic biopsies with the patients in prone position which made the procedure more comfortable and less frightening to the patients. They were many things I learned from Dr. Olsen.  The most important was the way he was interacting with the patients. He took time to sit with each patient, carefully listening to their concerns, answering questions, and addressing their fears with compassion and understanding. It was not only the patients but the breast surgeons recognized Dr. Olsen's knowledge and consulted with him on difficult cases.  Dr. Olsen was a doctor's doctor.  John has now retired in Columbus, Ohio.

Dimitrios Spigos, as my curriculum vitae appears in prior posts, I will mention only key dates.  I graduated from the University of Athens in 1967.  I spent the next three years in the Greek Navy. My residency was at the University of Illinois in Chicago.  When I graduated in 1975, I was appointed chief of Angiography and Interventional Radiology in our department.  During my tenure at the University of Illinois, I became known for the description of how to perform renal biopsies under ultrasound guidance and the performance of splenic embolisation.  In 1986, I was appointed Chairman of Radiology at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, and in 1992 I became Chairman of Radiology at the Ohio State Hospital.  In the first years at OSU I worked with Dr. Al Stockum a wonderful human being and an exceptional angiographer.  When the work in Breast Imaging increased, I joined Drs. Freedy and Olsen reviewing initially screening mammograms with the residents and doing biopsies under ultrasound guidance. As MRI became more popular, I spend most of my time reporting MRI studies and performing biopsies under MR guidance.  

Our outpatient unit in Dublin was unique, as breast surgeons and radiologists worked under one roof. Drs William Farrar, Doreen Agnese, Lisa Yee, William Burak, Steve Povoski, William Carson, and we, the radiologists, cooperated closely with the goal of delivering the highest quality care to the patients.

This post is dedicated to my colleague and friend John Olsen.  John and I were born in the closing days of WWII, he in New York and I in Athens - two great cities, one on the west coast of the Atlantic and the other on the Mediterranean.  We both did our radiology residencies in Chicago, and upon completion, he moved to Ohio while I stayed in Illinois.  We met when I joined the department of Radiology at the Ohio State University.  There are many tributes that someone can admire about John.  He sought the continuous advancement in his chosen fields - Nuclear Medicine and Breast Imaging and he fostered close cooperation with colleagues in surgery and               oncology having as a sole aim the benefit of his patients.

OSUMC Radiology; Section of Chest Imaging

Chest imaging has undergone significant advancements since the discovery of X-rays in 1895. Initially, chest radiographs were the primary tool for diagnosing thoracic abnormalities such as pneumonias, cardiomegaly and pneumothorax.  Over time, the modality evolved, and a new era started with the introduction of Computed Tomography (CT). CT scans offered superior spatial resolution, enabling precise assessment of lung parenchyma, blood vessels, and airways. This advancement significantly improved the detection and characterization of various pulmonary conditions, including pulmonary embolism and interstitial lung disease.

Charles Mueller was born in Dayton, Ohio in 1936.  He attended University of Cincinnati where he earned his undergraduate and medical degrees.  Charles stayed and completed his radiology residency at the University of Cincinnati when the legendary Ben Felson was the Chairman.  Upon completion of his training he practiced radiology at Wright Patterson Air Force base.  He then moved and practiced radiology to New Mexico for 6 years.  Upon his return to his native Ohio he was hired as the program Director of Diagnostic Radiology at the Ohio State University. During his tenure at OSU, Charlie served in numerous leadership roles in our department.  In addition to being the director of the Residency, he started our Thoracic Fellowship program.  He was a pioneer in the field of Emergency Radiology and was a founding member of the Society of Emergency Radiology (ASER).  He served as its third President from 1992 to 1993.  In 1974, he served as the Interim Chair of Radiology and once again in 1991-1992.  Dr. Mueller left a lasting influence of excellence in the practice of radiology and the education of medical students, residents and fellows.

Jerome Cunningham received his B.S. in Chemistry with honors and his M.D. from the University of Florida. He served two years in the U.S. Navy. His training in Diagnostic Radiology was at Stanford University where he was a National Institute of Health Fellow and Chief Resident.  He was then hired as Assistant Professor of Radiology at Wake Forest University and later taught and did research at the University of Rochester and the Medical College of Georgia.  He worked in the chest and ultrasound sections and he retired after serving as Professor of Radiology at the Ohio State University.  After his retirement, he became an avid volunteer in the Columbus community.  He received volunteer awards from the OSUMC, WOSU Public Media, and the Nature Conservancy. 

Mark King received his M.D. degree from the Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1986.  He did his internship at the University of Miami/Jackson Health System in 1987 and his residency in Radiology at the Ohio State Hospital in 1998-1992.  His Fellowship was in Cardiac Imaging at the University of California (San Diego) in 1992-1993.  He returned to OSU and was hired as an Assistant Professor.  He became the Director of our Residency Program and several initiatives were implemented during his tenure.  He published several papers in referee journals about emphysema, HIV lung disease and high resolution computed tomography of the chest. Dr. King recently retired as Professor Emeritus.

Anthimos John Christoforidis was born in 1923 in Sille, near Iconio, in Asia Minor.  He received his M.D. degree from the University of Athens where he graduated first in his class in 1949.  He did his Radiology residency training at the Ohio State in 1953.  He was a respected and well-published educator with numerous textbooks and journal articles. He chaired three departments of radiology; the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, the Medical College of Ohio and Ohio State University.  He directed the first cancer hospital in Greece and was inducted into the Academy of Athens in 1990.  He retired for Ohio State in 2007 after serving the University, its students and patients for 54 years.

I am dedicating this post to Dr. Charles Mueller, whose mentorship, transformed our residency program highly sought after as medical students across the Nation recognized that an experienced and compassionate leader was at the helm, ensuring a nurturing and educational environment.  His contributions inspire and guide us in our pursuit of excellence in patient care and education.

OSUMC Radiology Section of Neuroradiology

The section of Neuroradiology at the Ohio State Medical Center has a long history of leadership and innovation in diagnostic imaging of the neurologic system, using the first MRI in Ohio and the first ultra-high-field (8 Tesla) MRI in the world.  The section offers expertise in all aspects of Computed Tomography, diagnostic MRI including perfusion, diffusion tension imaging and spectroscopy.  It also performs interventional procedures in the brain and guided biopsies of the spine and vertebroplasty.

Donald Chakeres who was the chief of the section was born in Columbus, Ohio.  He received his BA degree in Chemistry from Capital University in Columbus in 1972, and his MD degree from Ohio State University in 1975.  He did an internship at Riverside Methodist in Columbus in 1972, and his residency in Radiology at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Hanover, New Hampshire ending in 1978. His Neuroradiology fellowship was at the University of Oregon Health Science Center in Portland Oregon in 1979.  He returned to Dartmouth Medical Center as an Instructor and he was then appointed the Head of Neuroradiology at the University of Texas in San Antonio as an Associate Professor until 1985.  From 1985 to 2019 he was the Head of Neuroradiology at the Ohio State University Medical Center where the department acquired the second 1.5 Tesla General Electric MRI system in the country.  He was also the director of the 8 Tesla Research Group.  The 8T group led the world in high field MRI for a number of years and established the safety data related to high field MRI that are still utilized. He wrote a book with Petra Schmalbrock and more than 100 papers with many collaborators. He was the President of the American Head and Neck Society. He was also on many Executive Committees of National and International Organizations including the American Society of Neuroradiology and the International Society of Head and Neck Radiology.  He was on the Editorial Boards of many journals including, Radiology, Journal of the American Society of Radiology, and Neuroradiology.  He also began an interest in basic physics and has published a number of papers in that field. He retired in 2019 as a Professor Emeritus. 

Gregory Christoforidis received his medical degree from Ohio State University in 1990.  He did an internship at Mount Carmel Medical Center in 1991 and his residency at the Ohio State University from 1992 to 1995.  He did fellowships in Neuroradiology at Henry Ford in 1997 and the     USZ-Universitats Spital Zurich in 1998. He is board certified in Diagnostic Radiology.  He has expertise in interventional neuroradiology (neuroendovascular surgery), and diagnostic neuroradiology of the brain, head , neck and spine.  He is skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with acute stroke, aneurysms, arteriovenous fistulas, arteriovenous malformations and other vascular lesions. Dr. Christoforidis has extensive experience with minimally invasive diagnostic and surgical procedures, including thrombolysis, embolectomy, embolisation, aneurysm treatment, AVM treatment, sclerotherapy, spinal augmentation, spinal injections and transcutaneous pain treatment, biopsies, angioplasty, and stenting in the head, neck and spine.  His research focuses on endovascular treatment of acute ischemic stroke.  He is investigating the formation of collateral vessels in the leptomeningeal tissue surrounding the brain and its role in the acute ischemic stroke.

Eric Bourekas was born in Warren, Ohio.  He did his undergraduate studies in Biochemistry at the Ohio State, and he received his MD degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1989.  He completed a residency at UPMC Mercy in Pittsburgh, PA, in 1993 and a fellowship in Neuroradiology at the University Hospitals of Cleveland/Case Western in 1995 and fellowship in Interventional Neuroradiology in 1998 at the Cleveland Clinic. He is board-certified by the American Board of Radiology and Neuroradiology.  I hired Eric when I was the Chairman of Radiology and have known him both professionally and personally.  His contributions to Radiology have been immense.  His contributions in the clinical and research aspects of spinal pathology, spinal tumors, and neuroimaging are nationally recognised. He has served as Vice Chair of Radiology/Clinical Operations and Chief of Neuroradiology at OSUMC.  Dr. Bourekas is now the Chief of Staff, a position to which he was elected by his peers at the medical center a recognition of his advocacy for physicians in all departments, and the first radiologist to hold this position. He has served in many positions including President of Faculty Staff Council for the Medical Center and Senator in the Ohio State University Senate.  He has been a recipient of many teaching awards, and he was recently recognized as a Master Clinician by The Mazzaferri-Ellison Society, an Honorary Society which recognizes outstanding clinicians who excel in clinical practice, teaching, mentoring/role modeling, professionalism, leadership and service to the profession and the OSU Medical Center.  He has also received an Honorary Recognition at the University of West Attica in Athens Greece for his contributions to medicine at large. 

This post if dedicated to Dr. Lucy Freedy, who served as the Vice-Chair of the Department of Radiology during my tenure as the Chairman from 1992-2004.  Lucy was a hard working attending who genuinely cared about the education of the students and residents and also for providing exemplary care to our patients.  Her specialty was breast imaging, but she selflessly contributed wherever the department needed support.  Lucy's dedication and compassion made a lasting impact on all members at the medical center.  Lucy died on March 27, 2026 in her sleep. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all of us who had the privilege of knowing and working with her.

Radiology Department History at The Ohio State University

Wilhelm Röntgen discovered x-rays in 1895, and soon after in 1986, Thomas Edison developed the first fluoroscope.  These advancements marked the beginning of medical imaging.  Radiology's timeline has several key milestones such as the introduction of film in 1918, ultrasound in 1955, computed tomography in 1967, and MRI in 1972.

The Department of Radiology at the The Ohio State University has a long history of leadership in imaging.  In the early years it was likely a division of the Department of Surgery.  It formally appeared as a distinct department in the College of Medicine in 1947. 

The first Radiology Chairman was Dr. Hugh Means who took office in 1947, when the department began offering electives to medical students.

A towering figure in the department was Dr. William G. Myers, a pioneer in Nuclear Medicine.  He was known as the "godfather of cyclotron", and he introduced 11 radioisotopes including cobalt-60 for the treatment of cancer.  In 1952, he introduced Gold-198 for permanent brachytherapy seed implantation, contributing to his legacy as a leader in radioactive isotope applications in medicine.

In the 60s Dr. Sidney W. Nelson became the Chairman. He was a prominent radiologist recognized nationally, holding positions such as President of the Association of University Radiologist in 1965-66, and being was an examiner of the American Board of Radiology. A milestone for the department was that it hosted the 16th annual meeting of the Association of University Radiologists in 1968. Progress in the department continued when Dr. A Feimanis, A J Christoforidis and D. G. Spigos were Department Chairmen and Dr. Reinhard Gahbauer, Dr. John Olsen, and Dr. Charles Mueller were Division heads.  Their contributions will be discussed in future posts. 

The 1980s, the 1990s and the early years of the new century it was a period of technological advancements.  The department continued to lead in neuroimaging bringing the first 1.5T MRI in Ohio which was a precursor to the development of the first ultra-high-field 8 Tesla MRI unit in the world. It also was leader in ultrasound and interventional radiology, nuclear medicine and radiation oncology.  In the 1994 and the department was transformed from a film based to a film-less after the introduction of digital imaging and PACS (picture archiving and communication software), first within the department, the intensive care units and the ED. Another important development was the offer of tele-radiology service to rural hospitals.  

This post is dedicated to Drs. Meyers and Nelson, whose hard work and innovations served as the cornerstones for the department's growth in the                                     decades that followed. 

Ohio State Medical Center - Chiefs of Staff

 2009 - Edward Levine / Internal Medicine-gastroenterology

Dr. Levine is a distinguished gastroenterologist with over 40 years of experience in the field. He earned his MD from the Ohio State University School of Medicine in 1981.  Following his graduation, he completed his internship, residency and fellowship in gastroenterology at OSUMC.  He further honed his experience with an additional fellowship at John's Hopkins in Baltimore, Maryland.  

Throughout his career, Dr. Levine emphasized effective communication with the patients, attentively listening to their concerns and thoroughly informing them about their health.

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Levine has held leadership roles, including serving as the Chief of Staff at the Ohio State University Hospital from 2009 to 2011 and as the Interim Division Director of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition from 2011 to 2013.

I have been fortunate to know and worked with Dr. Levine since I joined Ohio State Medical Center in 1992, and I remain grateful for the compassionate  care he provided to my family.

2007 - Amy Pope Harmon / Internal Medicine 

Dr. Harmon is a Professor Emerita at the Ohio State University. During the years she practiced was know for her expertise in Pulmonary Medicine and critical care. 

2005 - Scott Melvin / General Surgery

Dr. Scott Melvin is a Professor of Surgery and the Vice Chairman of the department at Montefiore Einstein University Hospital in the Bronx, New York City. He is nationally  recognized for the use of minimally invasive approaches to the management of gastrointestinal diseases.  He has published expensively in refereed journals about endoscopic treatment of diseases of the esophagus, stomach, pancreas as well as in patients with renal transplants. 

When I joined OSU, Dr. Melvin was a fellow in gastrointestinal surgery and later an attending. During the years I worked with him, I witnessed firsthand not only his exceptional competence, but also his deep compassion and genuine warmth toward patients and colleagues alike. Patients in the Bronx are truly fortunate to have Dr. Melvin caring for them.

2003 Garth Essig / Obstetrics and Gynecology

Dr. Essig was born in the historic city of Longmont, Colorado, known for its outdoor beauty. He grew up in Youngstown, Ohio, and completed his undergraduate studies at DePaul University and earned his MD degree from the Ohio School of Medicine.  He was an Obstetrician and Gynecologist for nearly 50 years at the OSUMC, where he dedicated his life to the medical education and clinical medicine. Over the course of his distinguished career. he taught over 9,000 medical students and delivered almost 10,000 children.  Dr. Essig sadly passed away at the age of 80 in 2016. 

This post is dedicated to the memory of Dr. Garth Essig, a remarkable physician and an even more remarkable human being. Those of us who had the privilege of knowing him admired his wisdom, his kindness, and his unwavering dedication to his patients and colleagues. We were truly fortunate to call him not only a colleague, but a friend. His compassion, integrity, and generosity of spirit left a lasting mark on all of us. Dr. Essig is deeply missed, and his legacy lives on in the countless lives he touched.  

OSUMC Chiefs of Staff

 2017 - Jon Walker / Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology

Dr. Walker joined Ohio Gastroenterology Group, Inc in 2019. He earned his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati and subsequently completed his residency and fellowship at Ohio University. He completed an Advanced Endoscopy fellowship at the Medical College of South Carolina. 

2015 - Elmahdi Elkhammas - Surgery transplants

Dr. Elkhammas is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Surgery at the Ohio State University, effective September 1, 2020.  Dr. Elkhammas completed his surgery residency at the OSUMC from 1987 to 1991.  He then joint the faculty and became a prominent transplant surgeon, and published research in the field. Upon his retirement he commutes to his home country Libya, and he is involved in quality, ethics, and medical education issues.

2013 - Douglas Sharre - Neurology

Dr. Sharre is a Clinical Professor of Neurology and the Medical Director of the Cognitive and Memory Disorders at the Ohio State University. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of neurodegenerative disorders including Alzheimer's disease, dementia with Lewy bodies and frontotemporal lobar degenerations.  Dr. Sharre is among the experts in his field.  His patients appreciate his concern and his quiet demeanor.

2011 - Patrick Vaccaro - Vascular Surgery

Dr. Vaccaro received his MD degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years.  Dr. Vaccaro is affiliated with several hospitals in Columbus, including James Cancer Hospital and Nationwide Children's.

     This post is dedicated to past and future OSUMC Chiefs of Staff

Ohio State Medical Center - Chiefs of Staff

The function of the Chief of Staff at OSUMC is to act as a liaison between the medical staff and administration, lead medical staff self-governance, and oversee quality of care and medical staff operations.  This includes serving on hospital committees, calling and presiding over general staff meetings, and ensuring compliance with accreditation and other regulations. They are also responsible for advising the medical center board and acting as a spokesperson for the medical staff.

2005 - Eric Bourekas, Radiology / Neuroradiology

Dr. Bourekas received his MD from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1989.  He completed a residence at UPMC Mercy in Pittsburgh, PA, in 1993, and a fellowship at the University Hospitals of Cleveland in 1995.  He is board-certified by the American Board of Radiology in Diagnostic Radiology and Neuroradiology.  I hired Eric when I was the Chairman of Radiology and have known him both professionally and personally.  His contributions to Radiology have been immense.  He has been a neuroradiologist since 1995, focusing on clinical and research aspects of spinal pathology, spinal tumors, and neuroimaging.  He has served as Vice Chair of Radiology/Clinical Operations and Chief of Neuroradiology. He is Professor of Radiology, Neurology and Neurosurgery at the OSUMC.  Dr. Bourekas is now the Chief of Staff, a position to which he was elected by his peers at the medical center a recognition of his advocacy for physicians in all departments. 

2023 Eric Adkins / Emergency Medicine

Dr. Adkins completed his MD degree at West Virginia University in 2002. Upon completion he did a five-year residency in both emergency medicine and internal medicine at Christiana Health Services in Delaware in 2007, where he served as Chief Resident. On the academic side, he is an Assistant Professor of Emergency and Critical Care as well as co-creator and Associate Program Director for the Emergency Medicine & Internal Medicine Residency Program.  His focus is on patient safety, quality improvement, critical care and ultrasound in the Emergency Department. 

2021 Lisa Keder / Obstetrics and Gynecology

Dr. Keder is an obstetrician/gynecologist with particular interest in women's reproductive health. She specializes in general obstetrics and gynecology and she provides personal care to her patients.  She is passionate about her field and she is educating tomorrow's health care leaders and.

2019 Minka Schofield / ENT

Dr. Schofield has more than two decades of experience and she a board-certified in Otolaryngology and she is a head and neck surgeon. She was Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at The Ohio State University-College of Medicine.  While at OSU, she held multiple leadership roles including Director of the General Otolaryngology Division, Medical Director of Surgical Operations, and Vice Chair of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.  She served as the Chief of Staff at OSUMC during the Covid-19 pandemic, acting as liaison between the senior leadership and the medical staff.

This post is dedicated to all physicians and nurses who served during the critical period of Covid-19 pandemic.  Their dedication transcended borders, languages, and cultures, uniting them in a singular mission: to heal, comfort, and protect humanity. From the big University hospitals to remote clinics in rural communities, doctors worked tirelessly, often at    great personal risk, to save lives and alleviate suffering.