Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Month - A Profile on Gale L. Tang, MD
Dr. Gale L. Tang’s path towards medical school allowed her to meet many role models and mentors that solidified her passion for academic vascular surgery.
Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Month - A Profile on Qingwen Kawaji, MD
What is considered as a cliché to some was a moment of revelation for Dr. Qingwen Kawaji, where all the puzzle pieces came together to lead her down the vascular surgery path.
Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Month - A Profile on Ravi Rajani, MD
Dr. Ravi Rajani, who grew up in Southeast Michigan, charted his path to becoming a surgeon early in his career by attending medical school at the University of Michigan.
Celebrating Women's History Month - A Profile on Kendal Endicott, MD
As the daughter of a cardiac surgeon and a drug and rehabilitation nurse, Dr. Kendal Endicott is well-acquainted with the hard work and determination required in the medical field.
Celebrating Women's History Month - A Profile on Audra Duncan, MD
Most people are uncertain about their future when considering what career they want to explore, as it was for Dr. Audra Duncan, who originally planned a career in pediatrics.
Celebrating Women's History Month - A Profile on Britt H. Tonnessen, MD, FACS
"The Adventures of a Middle-Aged Woman in Vascular Surgery" might sound like the title of a personal memoir, but Dr. Britt H. Tonnessen, FACS, uses it as her introduction on social media to succinctly summarize her life.
Celebrating Black History Month- A Profile on Kofi B. Quaye, MD
Kofi B. Quaye, MD, was influenced by medicine from a young age due to his family's background. His parents emigrated from Ghana to the United States (U.S.) in their late twenties, bringing a strong commitment to education and healthcare.
Celebrating Black History Month- A Profile on Xzabia Caliste, MD, RPVI, FACS
Xzabia A. Caliste, MD, believes that one of the most impactful qualities a person can possess is a deep understanding of oneself and an awareness of how one’s background shapes their influence in the world. Her identity as a Caribbean-American woman reflects a blend of her family’s history. It provides her with a unique perspective on the world around her, a perspective that contributes to her positive outlook on life.
Celebrating Black History Month- A Profile on Kakra Hughes, MD, PhD
Kakra Hughes, MD PhD, is an academic at heart, taking a practical approach to both his life and work, regardless of the starting point. For Hughes, it is never too late to embark on a new journey and explore new possibilities.
Celebrating Black History Month, A Profile on Sira Duson, MD
For Dr. Sira Duson, MD, MBA, FACS, Black History Month is a time for self-reflection on the African American community's struggles throughout history.