News and Accolades
Sarah Gaffen, PhD, Named Distinguished Fellow by American Association of Immunologists
The Department of Medicine immunologist is recognized for a career of scientific leadership, discovery, and service to the field.
Department of Medicine Leads the Way in HHT Care Through UPMC Center of Excellence
Under the leadership of Dr. Quyen Nguyen, pulmonary specialists anchor a multidisciplinary approach to diagnosing and managing this complex vascular disease.
Cardiology Division Leads Multidisciplinary Effort to Improve Cardiogenic Shock Outcomes
A team-based, education-centric program led by Dr. Gavin Hickey is reshaping recognition, response, and survival in this high-risk condition.
Dr. Frederico Toledo Leads Landmark Study on Diabetes Risk after Acute Pancreatitis
New research from the Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism identifies hyperglycemia during acute pancreatitis as a key predictor of early-onset diabetes.
Recent Research Highlights from PACCSM
Recent studies from Drs. Benam, Chandra, Strollo, and Rivera-Lebron examine disease mechanisms, risk stratification, and long-term outcomes across pulmonary conditions.
Cynthia St. Hilaire, PhD, to Lead $15M AHA Center Advancing Early Detection of Aortic Valve Disease
St. Hilaire will direct a multi-institutional research center at Pitt to uncover how lipoprotein(a), inflammation, and biomechanics drive aortic stenosis to develop predictive tools and therapies to shift care beyond late-stage surgery.
Pitt Researchers Highlight the Health Benefits of Rising Early
Neil Kelly, MD, PhD, helps lead research uncovering a simpler way to track circadian rhythm and its link to chronic disease.
Department of Medicine Advances Care for Wilson Disease Through Multidisciplinary Clinic
With Dr. Fei-Pi Lin as co-director, the program integrates liver and neurologic expertise to streamline diagnosis and treatment.
Samir Saba, MD, named 2026 Peter J. Safar Pulse of Pittsburgh honoree
The award reflects Dr. Saba’s compassionate care and lasting impact on individuals throughout Western Pennsylvania and beyond.
Dana Ascherman, MD, Receives Arthritis Foundation’s 2025 Pamela Massey Partners for Patients Award
The award is the Arthritis Foundation’s highest physician honor, recognizing Ascherman’s commitment to patient advocacy, clinical excellence, and community engagement.
DOM Physicians Earn National Recognition for Excellence in Palliative Care
Amar Bansal, MD, and Gina Piscitello, MD, MS, are among the 2026 Hastings Center Cunniff-Dixon Early-Career Physician Award recipients, honoring compassionate, patient-centered care at the end of life.
When a physician becomes a patient
Dr. Ian Barbash reflects on the care he received during a recent ICU stay and the lasting impact it’s had on his approach to patients and colleagues in a recent UPMC First Friday feature.
From Appalachia to Innovation, STREAM is Rewriting the Narrative of Recovery
STREAM investigators are dismantling barriers to care in Appalachia through patient-centered clinical trials, policy innovation, and a commitment to training the next generation of addiction medicine specialists.
How the DOM is Advancing Research and Care for Allergies and Severe Asthma
As spring allergies surge in Western Pennsylvania, DOM physicians are helping patients manage symptoms while advancing research in severe, treatment-resistant asthma with more personalized and effective therapies.
The Strength Behind the Spotlight: Leading the Way in Porphyria Care
Porphyria is gaining national attention, but at Pitt and UPMC, the work has been underway for decades. Discover how our experts are leading advances in research, diagnosis, and care for this complex group of disorders.
Half a Century of Discovery: Pitt’s Endocrinology & Metabolism T32
For 50 years, the Endocrinology & Metabolism T32 has trained generations of researchers, combining multidisciplinary mentorship and sustained NIDDK support to advance discovery and prepare future leaders.
Advancing Expertise: Inside UPMC’s Myositis Fellowship
UPMC’s Myositis Fellowship offers specialized, multidisciplinary training that prepares physicians to lead in the care and research of complex inflammatory muscle diseases.
Castle Connolly Top Docs, 2026
With over 100 physicians named to the Castle Connolly Top Doctors list, the DOM continues to provide the highest level of care for patients across the Pittsburgh region.
Molecular Test Doubles Detection of Bile Duct Cancer
Scientists at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and UPMC Hillman Cancer Center developed BiliSeq, a molecular test that detected bile duct cancer with twice the sensitivity of the standard test, giving physicians a more accurate picture of the patient’s diagnosis.
Microgrant Boosts the Hub’s Efforts to Educate and Support Older Adults
The funding of $2,575 will allow the team to develop educational materials for older patients and create training resources to help student volunteers better meet this population’s health and vaccination needs through the Pitt Vaccination and Health Connection Hub.