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Program Leadership

Thomas J. Wang, M.D.

Thomas J. Wang, M.D.

Professor and Chair

  • Department of Internal Medicine

UT Southwestern is a premier institution with a storied history that is in the midst of an exciting period of growth. With three diverse clinical training sites, residents can expect to develop excellent clinical acumen while interacting with world-class faculty, many of whom are pioneers in their respective fields. The Department of Internal Medicine has a legacy of commitment to innovation, and there are abundant opportunities for residents to engage with research and clinical pursuits. Under the leadership of Dr. Salahuddin "Dino" Kazi, the Associate Program Directors and Chief Residents, the residency program continues to embody the spirit of scientific pursuit and of service.

Our program is deeply committed to diversity and inclusion, and we reflect the many cultures and perspectives that enable us to reach our full potential while using our individuality to deliver excellence in health care, education, and research. The success of our Department is a direct result of the close ties between the housestaff and our outstanding clinical faculty and at UT Southwestern, we are dedicated to training future leaders and delivering excellent care across the spectrum. Learn more about our leadership below.

2023-2024 Chief Residents

Caroline Abe, M.D., M.P.H.

Caroline Abe, M.D., M.P.H.

  • Medical School: UT Southwestern Medical Center
Hannah Blanchard, M.D.

Hannah Blanchard, M.D.

  • Medical School: University of Wisconsin
Angela Duvalyan, M.D.

Angela Duvalyan, M.D.

  • Medical School: University of Souththern California
Michael Kimbrell, M.D.

Michael Kimbrell, M.D.

  • Medical School: Emory University
Jonathan Melendez Torres, M.D.

Jonathan Melendez Torres, M.D.

  • Medical School: University of Michigan
Kyle O'Malley, M.D.

Kyle O'Malley, M.D.

  • Medical School: Indiana University

Associate Program Directors

Sujata Bhushan, M.D.

Sujata Bhushan, M.D.

Associate Professor

  • Division of General Internal Medicine
Rosechelle Ruggiero, M.D.

Rosechelle Ruggiero, M.D.

Associate Professor

  • Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care
  • Mentorship and Residency Recruitment
Kerry Dunbar, M.D.

Kerry Dunbar, M.D.

Professor

  • Division of Digestive and Liver Diseases
  • Curriculum Development
Dale Okorodudu, M.D.

Dale Okorodudu, M.D.

Associate Professor

  • Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care
Ambarish Pandey, M.D.

Ambarish Pandey, M.D.

Assistant Professor

  • Division of Cardiology
  • Resident Research
Christiana Renner, M.D.

Christiana Renner, M.D.

Associate Professor

  • Division of Hospital Medicine
Elizabeth Paulk, M.D.

Elizabeth Paulk, M.D.

Professor

  • Division of General Internal Medicine, Palliative Care
  • Resident Recuritment
Sarah Wingfield, M.D.

Sarah Wingfield, M.D.

Assistant Professor

  • Division of Geriatric Medicine

Associate Director of Education

Shannon Scielzo, Ph.D.

Shannon Scielzo, Ph.D.

Associate Professor

  • Division of General Internal Medicine