Code Blue and Gold

The quarterly newsletter of the University of Pittsburgh Department of Medicine

Castle Connolly Top Docs, 2026

Castle Connolly Top Docs, 2026

Castle Connolly, an established and trusted source for healthcare information, has been compiling its Top Doctors list for the past thirty years to help patients find the best healthcare by connecting them with top-tier medical professionals. With over 100 physicians...
Why, Hello!

Why, Hello!

Introducing your newest DOM faculty, postdocs, and staff colleagues hired or appointed December 2, 2025, through February 28, 2026. Faculty Ravi Akula, MD // Clinical Assistant Professor // Cardiology Omar Al Metwalli, MD // Clinical Assistant Professor // General...
In the News

In the News

From the New York Times and NPR to the local news, the Department of Medicine is making headlines. Read more about how our experts are leading the charge on the global stage. Timothy Anderson, MD, MAS, contributed to a New York Times story on why many older adults are...
Honors

Honors

December 2025 – March 2026 Whether it’s in patient care, innovative approaches to education, or new scientific discoveries, the DOM is being awarded. Read about all the latest honors across the department. Adekunle Alagbe, MD, PhD, was named a 2026 ASH Scholar. ...
Promotions and Tenure

Promotions and Tenure

Faculty Promotions, Appointments, and Tenure December 2025* – March 2026 Appointment as UPMC Chair in Acute Lung Injury Charles Dela Cruz, MD, PhD // Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep MedicineEffective January 1, 2026 Appointment as UPMC Chair in...