Faculty Recognition Awards

Elected Executive Vice President of the Board of Directors of the International Society of Dermatology (ISD)

ISD’s mission is to improve care through sharing knowledge, increasing professionalism, and bringing together the diverse, global dermatology community.

• A Razzaque Ahmed, MD, DSc, MPA

Received a Presidential Citation Award from the American Academy of Dermatology Association

The citation award is in recognition of Dr. Ahmed’s scientific publications and contributions to the literature in the area of autoimmune blistering diseases.

• A Razzaque Ahmed, MD, DSc, MPA

Invited Speakers at the Princess Chulabhorn International Science Congress

• Bree B. Aldridge, PhD
• Bernard P. Arulanandam, PhD, MBA

Invited to Join the AI Advisory Board for the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine

The advisory board is made up of a select few national leaders in Family Medicine education developing new national AI curriculum models.

• Damian K. L. Archer, MD

Appointed to the Massachusetts Public Health Council

The Council plays a key role in shaping public health policy in Massachusetts.

• Damian K. L. Archer, MD
• Ramnath Subbaraman, MD, MSc

Awarded the 2025 Rising Star Award at the World Transplant Congress 

This award recognizes individuals who have made a significant, profound, or potentially transformative contribution to the discipline of transplant surgery.

• Yanik J. Bababekov, MD, MPH

Member of the National Academies of Sciences Committee on the Assessment of Women’s Health Research at NIH

• Chloe E. Bird, PhD

Awarded the 2025 Excellence in Equity Award by the American Society of Clinical Oncology

This award, endowed by the American Cancer Society, recognized Dr. Dizon’s leadership in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in cancer research and care.

• Don S. Dizon, MD

Honored by the American College of Clinical Pharmacology (ACCP) 

The ACCP has recognized Dr. Greenblatt for his “[significant contributions of essential knowledge] to expand the understanding of drug interactions and pharmacokinetic principles, especially in the field of psychopharmacology and psychiatry.”

• David J. Greenblatt, MD

Appointed to a US Environmental Protection Agency Federal Advisory Committee

• Jeffrey K. Griffiths, MD, MPHTM

Named National Academy of Inventors (NAI) Senior Member

NAI Senior Members are active faculty, scientists, and administrators with success in patents, licensing, and commercialization who have produced innovations that have made or aspire to make a positive impact on society.

• Ira M. Herman, PhD

Awarded the 2024 Oxford-Harrington Rare Disease Scholar Award 

Award given by the Oxford-Harrington Rare Disease Centre (OHC) to recognize the groundbreaking work in advancing treatments for rare diseases.

• Michele H. Jacob, PhD

Awarded the 2025 Family Medicine Physician of the Year Award by the Massachusetts Academy of Family Physicians

This award recognizes a member’s long-time dedication to furthering the specialty of Family Medicine through excellence in care, community engagement, and support of new physicians in the specialty.

• Amy L. Lee, MD

Appointed Secretary of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts by Governor Healy 

The EOHHS is the largest secretariat in Massachusetts government and works to improve health outcomes, build resilience, maximize independence, and contribute to improved quality of life for people in Massachusetts.

• Kiame J. Mahaniah, MD

Clarivate 2024 List of World’s Most Highly Cited Researchers

Highly Cited Researchers have demonstrated significant and broad influence reflected in their publication of multiple highly cited papers over the last decade, ranking in the top 1% of citations for their fields.

• Dariush Mozaffarian, MD, DrPH
• John B. Wong, MD

Appointed a Distinguished Fellow of The National Academies of Practice 

This prestigious honor recognizes outstanding achievements and leadership in the Physical Therapy profession and interprofessional healthcare.

• Evan Papa, PT, DPT, PhD

Invited to Join the International Scientific Advisory Board for “Therapies for Renal Ciliopathies”

A European Consortium with the goal to accelerate therapeutic options for renal ciliopathies.

• Ronald D. Perrone, MD

Awarded the Disparities Award for Best Research on Diversity/Disparity in Health Outcomes

This award recognizes exemplary research focused on equity in maternal and fetal health outcomes and is given by the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine.

• Sebastian Z. Ramos, MD

Selected as Vice Chair of the Board of Health Horizons International 

Health Horizons International is an organization “whose mission is to make quality healthcare accessible to the communities that need it most in the Dominican Republic”.

• Laticco R. Robinson, MPAS, PA-C

Awarded the 2024 Smith Family Foundation Odyssey Award

This award supports the pursuit of high impact ideas to generate breakthroughs and drive new directions in biomedical research.

• Shruti Sharma, MSc, PhD

Awarded the National Psoriasis Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award 

This award is in recognition of Dr. Sobell’s exceptional clinical care and contributions to research and treatment advancements.

• Jeff M. Sobell, MD

Awarded he 2025 Endocrine Pathology Lifetime Achievement Award 

Awarded by the Endocrine Pathology Society for Dr. Tischler’s seminal contributions to the field of paragangliomas pathology.

• Arthur S. Tischler, MD

Awarded a 2025 Senior Achievement Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology

This award recognizes members for their contributions to the Academy, its scientific and educational programs, and to the field of ophthalmology.

• M. Reza Vagefi, MD

Awarded the 2025 Excellence in Service, Research, and Education (EISRE) Award in Medicine

Given by the Vellore Christian Medical College Foundation, the EISRE award recognizes Dr. Ward’s groundbreaking research on intestinal parasites and its influence on public health worldwide.

• Honorine D. Ward, MD

Awarded the 2024 Career Achievement Award from the Society for Medical Decision

This award recognizes distinguished senior investigators who have made significant contributions to the field of medical decision making.

• John B. Wong, MD

Awarded the 2025 Advancement in Research Award from the American Academy of Pediatrics

This award is presented to an early career physician who demonstrates excellence as an influential investigator, in their contribution to the advancement of medical research, and/or by leading the execution of a research initiative that may serve as a pathway to health equity.

• Elizabeth Yen, MD

This recognition honors faculty who consistently deliver exceptional lectures in the pre-clerkship curriculum. To qualify, lecturers must have received outstanding student evaluations: an average rating of ≥ 4.3 (on a 1–5 Likert scale) for those who gave eight or more lectures, or ≥ 4.5 for those who gave 3–7 lectures. All honorees must have delivered at least three lectures to be eligible. These educators exemplify excellence in teaching and a deep commitment to student learning.

This award celebrates the top 15–20% of small group and lab instructors at Tufts University School of Medicine who have demonstrated exceptional teaching in the pre-clerkship curriculum. Honorees earned an average student rating of > 4.87 (on a 1–5 Likert scale) for instruction in a single course, or > 4.8 across multiple first- and second-year courses. These instructors are recognized for their outstanding engagement, mentorship, and dedication to student learning in hands-on and discussion-based settings.

This award recognizes outstanding preceptors in the Selectives program who have demonstrated excellence in mentoring and instruction over the past three years. Honorees achieved student ratings above 4.5 (on a 1–5 Likert scale) and ranked in the top quartile of all participating preceptors. These educators are celebrated for their impactful teaching, dedication to student development, and meaningful contributions to experiential learning at Tufts University School of Medicine.

Each year a select group of retiring TUSM faculty are proposed for emeriti appointments. The emeriti title is reserved for distinguished faculty at senior ranks who have served the School of Medicine full-time for at least 10 years, and have made significant contributions to teaching, research, scholarship, and patient care.

The Tufts University School of Medicine proudly honors faculty members who have reached a remarkable milestone—25 years of service. These individuals have demonstrated unwavering commitment to advancing the School’s mission through their teaching, research, and leadership. This year’s honorees joined the ranks of those who achieved this distinction in 2025, and we are deeply grateful for their enduring contributions to our community.

Faculty Achieving 25 Years of Service in 2025

Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine

• Igor Braverman, MD, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
• Ewan M. Cameron, MD, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
• Kenneth M. Gabriel, MD, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
• Mario S. Grasso, Jr., MD, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
• Jeffrey Brian Kane, MD, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
• Paul D. Teague, MD, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
• Usha Vellayappan, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor, St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center
• Lawrence C. Weinfeld, MD, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center

Developmental, Molecular & Chemical Biology

• James E. Schwob, MD, PhD, Professor, Tufts School of Medicine

Emergency Medicine

• Matthew B. Mostofi, DO, Assistant Professor, Tufts Medical Center

Family Medicine

• Laura Garelick, MD, Clinical Instructor, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
• Laurel A. Ruzicka, MD, Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor, Greater Lawrence Family Health

Immunology

• Emmanuel N. Pothos, PhD, Associate Professor, Tufts School of Medicine
• Anna G. Wong, BA, Research Assistant Professor, Tufts School of Medicine

Medicine

• Imad Joseph Bahhady, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor, Morton Hospital and Medical Center
• Vaidyanathapuram Balakrishan, MD, Associate Professor, St. Elizabeth’s Med Center
• Michael C. Berarducci, MD, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
• David Lawrence Burns, MD, Adjunct Associate Professor, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
• Lidija Covic, PhD, Adjunct Research Associate Professor, Tufts Medical Center
• Paul R. Duncan, MD, Assistant Professor, Tufts Medical Center
• Stephen C. Fabry, MD, Adjunct Associate Professor, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
• Geraldine Ann Finlay, MD, Associate Professor, Tufts Medical Center
• Kathleen Jean Melanson, PhD, Research Assistant Professor, University of Rhode Island
• Anastassios G. Pittas, MD, MS, Professor, Tufts Medical Center
• Kristen M. Robson, MD, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
• David Samenuk, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor, Lawrence Memorial Hospital
• Ann T. Sweeney, MD, Associate Professor, St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center
• Cheleste Thorpe, MD, Associate Professor, Tufts Medical Center

Neurology

• Zahra S. Ayub, MD, Clinical Instructor, MetroWest Medical Center

Ophthalmology

• Jeffrey Lewi Marx, MD, Adjunct Professor, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
• Shiyoung Roh, MD, Adjunct Professor, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
• Susan M. Tucker, MD, Adjunct Professor, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center

Orthopaedic Surgery

• Mark M. Berenson, MD, Clinical Instructor, North Suburban Orthopedic Association
• Mark J. Lemos, MD, Lecturer, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

• Charles M. Ruhl, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor, Rhode Island Hospital

Pediatrics

• Stuart Pergament, MD, Assistant Professor, Pediatric Health Care Associates
• Roger W. Spingarn, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor, Private Practice
• Torah A. Tomasi, MD, Clinical Instructor, Maine Medical Center

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

• Marika J. Hess, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor, VA Boston Healthcare System
• Daniel E. Lyons, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor, N.E. Rehabilitation Hospital

Public Health and Community Medicine

• Sharon Gordetsky, PhD, Clinical Assistant Professor, Tufts School of Medicine

Radiology

• Damon J. Spitz, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor, New England Baptist Hospital

Surgery

• Daniel T. Finn, MD, Assistant Professor, Tufts Medical Center
• Roger L. Jenkins, MD, Adjunct Professor, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
• Gary S. Rogers, MD, Research Professor, Beverly Hospital
• John Pin Wei. MD, Adjunct Associate Professor, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center

Urology

• Anwer Halim, PhD, Adjunct Associate Professor, United Arab Emirates University
• Sheldon H.F. Marks, MD, Adjunct Assistant Professor, International Ctr Vasectomy Reversal
• Kimberly Rieger-Christ, PhD, Research Assistant Professor, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center

TUSM Graduate Programs Awards

Eileen O’Neil MPH Program Citation for Excellence in Teaching

This award has been established by the MPH Class of 1999 to commend one MPH Program faculty member for demonstration of a sincere concern for students, an ability to share knowledge effectively and a manner that inspires by example. 

• Alice M. Tang, MS, PhD

MD/MPH & DVM/MPH Tracks Citation for Excellence in Teaching

This award was established by the MD/MPH Class of 1997 to commend one faculty member for demonstration of a sincere concern for students, an ability to share knowledge effectively and a manner that inspires by example. 

• Ylsabeth S. Bradshaw, DO, M.S

MS Biomedical Sciences Program Citation for Excellence in Teaching

This award was established by the MBS Students to commend one faculty member for demonstration of a sincere concern for students, an ability to share knowledge effectively and a manner that inspires by example.  

• John J. Castellot, Jr., PhD

MS-HIA Program Citation for Excellence in Teaching

• Kenneth K. Chui, PhD, MPH, MS

Tony Schlaff Diversity, Equity, and Anti-Racism Faculty Teaching Award

• Thomas J. Stopka, PhD, MHS

PA Program Didactic Faculty of the Year

• Krista S. Johansen, MD

PA Program Distinguished Clinical Preceptor of the Year

• Mackenzie Arndt, MPAS, PA-C
• Patrick D. Hazard, MMSc

PA Program Distinguished Adjunct Faculty of the Year

• Jessica Lebowitz, MS, PA-C

DPT Program Rehabilitation Sciences Investigator Award

• Shefali Mathur Christopher, DPT, PhD

DPT Program Excellence in Online Teaching Award

• James Michael Smoliga, DVM, PhD

DPT Program Teaching with Technology Award

• Michael H. Clarke, DPT

Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Awards

Student Advocacy Award

• Peter Chang-Hwa Juo, PhD

M25 Student Selected Teaching Award Recipients

• Paul N. Abourjaily, PharMD
• Laurence S. Bailen, MD
• Matthew W. Brown, MD
• Scott J. Gilbert, MD, MS
• Lee D. Hallagan, MD
• Maurice F. Joyce, MD
• James K. Kubilus, PhD
• Claudia Lavin, MD
• Jeffrey K. Marchant, PhD
• Anita M. Mathews, MD
• Jason P. Moran, MD
• Varsha Radhakrishnan, MD
• Neha Sharma, DO
• Aimee Shen, PhD
• Daniel I. Spratt, MD
• Monica Thim, DO
• Susana C. Wishnia, MD