I learned an Iowa-weather-related phrase earlier this month: “Spring of Deception”! Despite the scary-sounding name, I’m choosing to look at that recent brief stretch of 70-plus-degree weather as less of a trick and more of an appetizer before the main course. Even just a couple days of springtime weather has gotten me thinking about my […]
The below announcement from Chair & DEO Upi Singh, MD, was sent to the Department of Internal Medicine earlier today. Colleagues: Since its inception, the Division of General Internal Medicine has overseen the diverse needs of outpatient primary care patients as well as the complex management of our hospital’s inpatient population. The delivery of hospital-based […]
A yearly tradition that comes on the heels of Match Day is presenting the updated map showing where our residents over the last five years attended medical school. The Carver College of Medicine produces a map showing where graduating medical students go for residency, and we also produce a map showing where our Internal Medicine […]
Article: July effect in hospitalized cirrhosis patients: A US nationwide study using difference-in-differences analysis Authors: Melis Gokce Celdir, George Wehby, Shahana Prakash, Tomohiro Tanaka Journal: PLoS One. 2025 Jan 13;20(1):e0316445 Abstract: Background: The July effect in US teaching hospitals has been studied with conflicting results. We aimed to evaluate the effect of physician turnover in […]
The following is a joint statement from Upi Singh, MD, Chair and DEO of the Department of Internal Medicine, and Manish Suneja, MD, Vice Chair for Education and Director of the Internal Medicine Residency Program. It is with great pleasure that we introduce you to the incoming class of interns for the 2025-26 academic year. […]
Welcome to our incoming residents for 2025–26! Read the welcome message from Chair & DEO Upi Singh, MD, and Manish Suneja, MD, Internal Medicine Residency Program Director and Vice Chair for Education.
March brings so many opportunities for us to connect, learn, and grow together. This month, we can engage with one another and deepen our understanding of the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions that make our department stronger. Whether it’s being mindful of fasting schedules and offering support to our colleagues observing Ramadan, joining in the […]
The goal of the Humanities and Wellness Committee (HWC) within our residency program is to build community and to give trainees creative outlets that help nurture the whole resident. The HWC organizes weekend and evening events as well as holiday-themed activities held during noon conference. This year, the committee wanted to host a creative writing […]
Below are those named to this month’s Internal Medicine Honor Roll—an employee recognition program where team members (providers, staff, etc.) can recognize other team members who are doing great things. We are pleased to recognize their contributions! Nominate someone today! Serhan Karvar, Clinical Associate Professor Gastroenterology and Hepatology Nominated by Nanette Brokaw Dr. Karvar […]
Article: Contrasting Phenotypes of Neutrophils During Asymptomatic Versus Symptomatic Leishmania braziliensis Infection Authors: Jacilara A Conceição, Pedro P Carneiro, Andreza S Dórea, Walker N Oliveira, Aline C Muniz, Edgar M Carvalho, Mary E Wilson, Olívia Bacellar Journal: J Infect Dis. 2024 Dec 16;230(6):e1385-e1393 Abstract: Background: The mechanisms that mediate immune protection in individuals with subclinical […]