Department of Medicine
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Medicine Jumps to #34 in Blue Ridge Research Ranking
In 2022, the Department of Medicine achieved all-time highs on the Blue Ridge NIH ranking, setting a new milestone of $48.6M in funds awarded, resulting in an unprecedented #34 national ranking!

Elizabeth Seaquist, MD, Department Chair
"I am deeply honored to serve as Nesbitt Chair and Head of the Department of Medicine and look forward to working alongside you to advance our missions of research, education, and clinical care while we continue our work to become a more diverse, caring, and inclusive community."
Dr. Seaquist was appointed Chair of the Department of Medicine on September 2, 2022. Read more about her in a recent Press Release