About the Department of Medicine

Our Mission

The collective mission of the Department of Medicine is to improve the health and well-being of individuals and their communities, both now and in the future, by integrating scientific discovery with exemplary medical care, ensuring equity and diversity, and training the next generation of physicians in the science and art of medicine.

About Our Leadership

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Elizabeth Seaquist, MD, Nesbitt Chair and Head, Department of Medicine

"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."

Vice Chairs

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Clinical Affairs

H. Erhan Dincer, MD, MHA
Full Bio

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Research

Chris Wendt, MD
Full Bio

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Education

James Nixon, MD, MHPE
Full Bio

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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

Shahnaz Sultan, MD, MHSc, AGAF
Full Bio

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Administration

Kathleen Dockter, MBA

Teaching Hospital Leadership

Dr. David Hilden

Hennepin HealthCare

Dr. David Hilden
Internal Medicine

Elie Gertner

Regions Hospital

Dr. Elie Gertner
Rheumatology

Dr. Areef Ishani

Minneapolis VA Health Care System

Dr. Areef Ishani
Nephrology