The following individuals were honored at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine Awards Convocation on Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022.
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Recognizes demonstrated continuous success in academics and research and service to the University and community by a graduate trainee
Recognizes demonstrated continuous success in research and service to the University and community by a postdoctoral trainee
For a graduate student, entering their final year of study, whose thesis is inspiring and innovative and displays high-impact subject matter research
The Lyman T. Johnson Awards are given to Black members of the UK community whose faith, hard work, and determination have positively impacted the lives of people on campus, the city, state, or nation
Lyman T. Johnson Torch of Excellence Award
Ayodele Osasona, MD
Lyman T Johnson. Torch Bearer Award
Kaylin Batey
Edric Winford
Given to a current resident or fellow who demonstrates a passion for teaching others and demonstrates excellence in this role. This resident or fellow may have an interest in academic medicine and provides excellent teaching to others (e.g. peers, medical students, other learners) while also demonstrating professionalism.
Given to a current faculty member who demonstrates a passion for teaching residents and/or fellows and demonstrates excellence in this role. The faculty member is recognized as a mentor and role model in academic medicine and demonstrates professionalism while teaching. The faculty member demonstrates inclusiveness while teaching and knowledge of adult learning principles.
Given to an individual who provides an excellent learning opportunity in the community for UK GME residents and/or fellows. This individual displays outstanding professionalism and dedication to teaching UK GME learners in the community setting.
Given to a UK GME program coordinator who consistently demonstrates excellent work in meeting and exceeding the expectations of this role. This individual is invaluable to the program director and learners in the GME program and goes above and beyond to provide high-quality service and support in the role.
Given to a UK GME program director who consistently demonstrates excellence in meeting and exceeding the expectations of this role. This individual is recognized by the learners in the GME program for outstanding leadership qualities including advocacy, mentorship, and professionalism. This individual works to ensure an excellent clinical learning environment for GME learners.
Award for significant and longstanding dedication to medical education
A medical student for high academic performance in the basic science curriculum with excellence in physical diagnosis
Bowling Green
Madeline Blair
Katelin Maggard
Lexington
Rebecca Fine
Hannah Freibert
Cassity High
Akhil Pallerla
Skyler Palmer
Northern Kentucky
Andrew Arnold
Rural Physician Leadership Program
Fathi Abdi
Bradley Firchow
Class of 2024 (M2)
Shivam Champineria (Holsteiner)
Julia Johnson (Trakehner)
Mariana Arce (Mustang)
Mara Atherton (Haflinger)
Derek Hocker (Clydesdale)
Rebika Khanal (Friesian)
Miranda Lin (Friesian)
Kate Moore (Thoroughbred)
Peyton Roach (Paso Fino)
Clay Williams (Friesian)
Callen Conroy (Rhinelander)
Jon Feazell (Appaloosa)
Class of 2025 (M1)
Kendal Pryor (Holsteiner)
Challee Shartzer (Trakehner)
Catherine Durbin (Friesian)
Bradley Firchow (Clydesdale)
John Nelson (Paso Fino)
Katherine Stiles (Thoroughbred)
Margaret Stull (Mustang)
Derick Tompkins (Haflinger)
Pranav Tyagi (Paso Fino)
Daniel Mink (Rhinelander)
Megan Yadav (Appaloosa)
Wendi King
Darayon Moore
Rashmi Bharadwaj
Margaux Danby
Shawn Dripchak
Catherine Durbin
Sydney Winchester
Kendyl Gilliam
Mallory Allen
Joseph Mattingly
Lindsay Beechem
Evan Conder
Alec Dupont
Rachel Fine
Sara Hieneman
Sophia Humphrey
Parvanee Karimpour
Graham Meek
Christina Meeks
Margret Roe
Allison Wright
Brooke Bailey
Michelle Bosse
Colton Hartig
Chandler Dunn
Austin Matney
Daniel Rozefort
Sawyer Blair
Nicole Chandler
Emad Chishti
Bennett Collis
Ryan Hines
Eric Honaker
Alexandra Johnston
Jeffrey Kuerzi
Clay Larkin
Sarah Purdy
Christa Saelinger
Jason Zheng
Ashley Childress
Cheyenne Krehl
Krista Murphy
Sydney Fitzpatrick
Reid Baker
Tiara Moore
Chase Rawls
Vivek Shah
Mariana Arce
Sophia Daniel
Sara Lee
Nicole Perez
Peyton Roach
Casey Thompson
Emilie Touma
Mahala Walker
Gregory Watts
Lauren DiTommaso
Ashton Dix
Makayla Arnett
Christine Sharrer
Shey Trent
Matthew Webb
Sydnie Jamison
Joseph McIntyre
Dylan Sanford
Katie Breetz
Charles Coomer
Sam Fugate
Jonathan Greene
Abby Isaacs
T.J. Janes, Jr.
Sean Noble
Maxwell Rakutt
Nicole Robertson
Mark Sirianno
Madeline Tierney
Morgan Bahnsen
Allison Kippler
Rebecca Waugh
Shelley Stiltner (RPLP)
Timothy Ainger, PhD, Neurology, Innovation
Tarek Ali, MBBS, MEd, Neurology, Teaching
Jagriti Chadha, MD, MPH Internal Medicine, Development
Claire Clark, PhD, Behavioral Science, Teaching and Leadership
Rolf Craven, PhD, Pharmacology and Nutritional Sciences, Development
Zain Guduru, MD, Neurology, Innovation
Alan Hall, MD, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics, Innovation
Fareesh Kanga, MD, Psychiatry, Teaching
Sid Kapoor, MD, MBA, Neurology, Mentorship
Sally Mathias, MD, Neurology, Mentorship
Sara Police, PhD, Pharmacology and Nutritional Sciences, Leadership
Reshma Ramlal, MD, Internal Medicine, Mentorship
Padmaja Sudhakar, MD, Neurology and Ophthalmology, Innovation
Nathan Vanderford, PhD, MBA, Toxicology and Cancer Biology, Teaching
Class of 2024 (M2) Faculty
Katherine (Katie) E. Twist, MD (Lex/RPLP/NKY)
Brian P. Higgins, PhD (Lex/RPLP)
John R. Kotter, MD (Lex/RPLP)
Boutros Peter Sawaya, MD (Lex/RPLP)
Diana Cavanah Propst, MD (BG) (Dr. Diana Cavanah)
Class of 2025 (M1) Faculty
Brian P. Higgins, PhD (LEX/RPLP/NKY/BG)
Katherine (Katie) E. Twist, MD (LEX/RPLP)
Class of 2023 (M3) Faculty
Noreen K. Durrani, MD (NKY)
Katherine Kinsel, MD (LEX)
Kelly Kries, MD (BG)
Prakash Pandalai, MD (LEX)
John B. Romond, MD (LEX)
William L. Wilson, DO (LEX)
Steven M. Koenig, MD (RPLP)
Class of 2023 (M3) Residents
Bianca Arboleda, MD (LEX)
Alissa Lenz, DO (NKY)
Victoria Shaw, DO (BG)
Wesley Wilt, MD (LEX)
Daniel Yackzan, MD (RPLP)
For CTD1 - Faculty
Ryan J. Beyer, MD (LEX)
Gang Chen, PhD (LEX)
Katherine (Katie) M. Donaldson, MD (LEX)
Konstantin V. Korotkov, PhD (LEX)
TK Logan, PhD (LEX)
For CTD2 - Faculty
Brian A. Jackson, PhD (LEX)
Fareesh H. Kanga, MD (LEX)
Michael (Mike) K. Kuduk, MD (LEX)
Reema A. Patel, MD (LEX)
Kristen M. Platt, PhD (LEX)
Sara B. Police, PhD (LEX)
Reshma Ramlal, MD (LEX)
Christopher (Chris) R. Simmons, MD, PhD (LEX)
Thad E. Wilson, PhD (LEX)
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