2014Center for Faculty

Development & Diversity Pillar Awards

Senior Faculty Mentor Award

Robert Barbieri, M.D.Chairman

Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

“I cannot recall a single time [in twelve years] when my mentor, Dr. Barbieri, has not replied to my emails instantaneously, or when he was not available for an appointment regarding a career issue or advice related to my science or my growing leadership responsibilities.”

Nominated by Dr. Raina Fichorova

Senior Faculty Mentor Award

Elizabeth Loder, M.D.Chief, Division of Headache and Pain

Department of Neurology

“Dr. Loder helped launch my career and countless others in the field of headache medicine. She unequivocally embodies the best qualities of a physician leader and mentor. She brings tenacity and joy to her work and has taught me the skills necessary to be a leader in the field.”

–Dr. Rebecca Wells

Nominated by Dr. Paul Rizzoli

Senior Faculty Mentor Award

Lawrence Tsen, M.D.Vice Chair, Faculty Development

Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine

“Dr. Tsen is exceptionally well-rounded. He is simultaneously an expert in his field, a renowned researcher, an excellent teacher, and a dedicated mentor. He inspires and motivates all those around him. Most importantly, however, he strives to ensure that his mentees succeed.”

- Dr. Anton Chou

Junior Faculty Mentor Award

Tina Kapur, Ph.D. Executive Director, Image Guided Therapy Program

Department of Radiology

“She encourages hand-on research experiences. . . providing an atmosphere of learning and trust that brings out the best in mentees. Her training programs generate tangible results because she knows how to offer guidance and independence in just the right mix to ensure success.”

-Dr. Steven Seltzer

Nominated by Patti Goldberger

Clinical Teacher Award

Michael Muto, M.D.Gynecologist, Gynecologic Oncology

Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

“Dr. Muto is an outstanding clinician and educator; he brings his fund of knowledge and analytic skills to each case and makes complex decisions seem straightforward. He provides a highly rated surgical training experience, one that promotes participation and intellectual growth.”

-Dr. Robert Barbieri

Nominated by Dr. Ross Berkowitz

Educational Program Leadership

Stephanie Kayden, M.D., M.P.HDirector, International Emergency Medicine Fellowship

Department of Emergency Medicine

“…one of the most incredible educators and mentors I have met, and the person I credit most with supporting my success to date. She is an example to all young women and men in our department”

-Dr. Parveen Parmar

Nominated by Dr. Ron Walls

Contribution to Faculty Development and Diversity Award

Cynthia Lemere, Ph.D.Associate Neuroscientist, Center for Neurological Diseases

Department of Neurology

“It is clear from student feedback as well as our own observations that she is deeply committed to providing a rich learning experience for each student she mentors, allowing the students to be exposed to all aspects of working in a laboratory setting.” – Wanda McClain

Nominated by Wanda McClain

Contribution to Faculty Development and Diversity Award

Wanda McClain, M.P.A.Vice President

Community Health and Health Equity

“She sets the example of an individual, committed to the institution, who teaches us every day the essence of diversity and inclusion, of righting the wrongs of health disparities, of demonstrating by action and not by words what it means to deliver on the principals of health care equity.”

-Dr. Barbara Bierer

Nominated by Dr. Cheryl Clark

Community Service Award

Charles Dimitroff, Ph.D.Associate Scientist

Department of Dermatology

“…a major asset to BWH by providing faculty with a model of how to function outside of BWH to have an impact on the general populace,” and “an inspirational leader of our youth.”

-Dr. Thomas Kupper

Nominated by Dr. Thomas Kupper

Research Leadership Award

Ron Kikinis, M.D.Director, Surgical Planning Laboratory

Department of Radiology

“Ron is a research leader of strong character that inspires, that sets the example to follow, at the same time he is humble and kind, and will go out of his way to help you.”

- Dr. Andriy Fedorov

Nominated by Denitra Seals

Postdoctoral Research Fellow Leadership Award

Zafira Castaño Corsino, Ph.D.Postdoctoral Fellow, Division of Hematology

Department of Medicine

“Dr. Castaño truly embodies everything that this award is meant to recognize: leadership, mentorship, teamwork, collaboration, productivity, and community service.”

-Dr. Sandra McAllister

Nominated by Dr. Sandra McAllister

Postdoctoral Research Fellow Leadership Award

Marina Kvaskoff, Ph.D.Postdoctoral Fellow

Channing Division of Network Medicine, Department of Medicine

“Beyond her tireless efforts to procure funding to foster her international collaborative opportunities, she has shown an unusually astute interest in developing her leadership, mentoring and managerial skills.”

-Dr. Stacy Missmer

Nominated by Dr. Meir Stampfer

Research Collaboration Award

Srinivasan Mukundan, M.D., Ph.D.Section Head, Division of Neuroradiology

Department of Radiology

“Srini has been tireless to pursue additional opportunities to collaborate, develop interdepartmental initiatives, and selflessly help researchers.”

-Dr Mariano Viapiano

Nominated by Denitra Seals and Dr. Steven Seltzer

Research Community Service Award

Cheryl Clark, M.D., Sc.D.Director, Health Equity Research and Intervention

Department of Medicine

“. . . quadruple threat – a devoted and highly skilled clinician, a knowledgeable and engaging educator, a researcher that pushes the boundaries of knowledge, and a passionate community contributor. Additionally, she is a consummate team player and mentor.”

-Wanda McClain

Nominated by Wanda McClain

Research Innovation Award

Emily Stern, M.D.Director, Functional and Molecular Neuroimaging

Department of Radiology

“Her innovative nature is in her ability to see the world of medicine, health care, and medical education with a lens that goes beyond clinical care and research.”

-Lesley Solomon

Nominated by Dr. Cheryl Clark