Celebrating Our 2025 Exemplary Teacher Award Recipients

We are delighted to recognize our physician faculty members who have been awarded the Exemplary Teacher Award for 2025. This includes Dr. Neeka Akhavan, Dr. Paige Barker, Dr. Dianne Goede, Dr. Lucy Guerra, Dr. Shirley Kim, Dr. Ryan Nall, Dr. James Smith, and Dr. Ashleigh Wright. This distinction celebrates educators who demonstrate outstanding commitment to teaching, mentorship, and the professional development of our residents.

Our awardees embody the very best of academic medicine, balancing excellence in patient care with a passion for guiding the next generation of physicians. Through their dedication, they not only advance clinical knowledge but also inspire residents to grow as compassionate, skilled, and thoughtful practitioners.

Please join us in celebrating their achievements and the invaluable role they play in shaping the future of medicine.