Chair's Message: Spring/Summer 2026
As we approach the midpoint of 2026, I want to take a moment to reflect on the progress we have made together as a Department and to express my sincere gratitude to each of you.
First, I deeply appreciate the tremendous efforts of our faculty in completing the annual evaluation process, as well as the dedication of our administrative team in successfully preparing the FY27 annual budget plan. These are significant undertakings, and your collaboration, responsiveness, and professionalism made these efforts possible.
At the institutional level, we continue to see many new initiatives take shape, and I am pleased that our Department’s strategic plans remain closely aligned with the broader goals of the institution. This alignment positions us well for continued growth and impact.
I am also happy to share that our Department continues to grow and evolve. We have made steady progress in recruiting outstanding faculty, and I am particularly proud that we now have a strong and cohesive MSK/Sports team in place. At the same time, we acknowledge that a few valued faculty members have left or will be transitioning over the coming months for various reasons, and we sincerely appreciate their contributions to our Department. We wish them continued success in their next chapters.
Looking ahead, my hope is for our Department to continue growing not only in size and scope but also in strength, collaboration, and fulfillment. Most importantly, I hope every member of our Department feels supported, valued, and happy in their work here.
Thank you again for your hard work, resilience, and commitment to our shared mission.
With appreciation,
Heakyung Kim, M.D.