Spotlighted Educators: Cara Cimmino and Akanksha Mehta
May 2019
In recognition of Educator's Day on May 22, 2019, the Emory School of Medicine Recognitions Committee celebrated those faculty who exemplify the SOM's outstanding educators. Among the featured faculty selected by the committee from over 100 peer, colleague, and trainee nominations were Emory Urology faculty membersCara Cimmino, MD, andAkanksha Mehta, MD, MS.
The quotes below were excerpted from the nomination materials:
Dr. Cimmino:
"Compassionate advocate for urology resident education who always makes time to address resident concerns and needs."
"Indefatigable support of resident education in both the clinic and OR at EUH and Emory-St. Joseph's."
"Service as Assistant Director for Urology GME."
Dr. Mehta:
"Service and leadership as Director of Urology UME, including Directing the M-2 Gu Exam Course, the M-3 elective clerkship, and the M-4 sub-intern rotation."
"Mentor for discovery projects for multiple M-4 students in consecutive years, with emphasis on health services research."
"Possesses unwavering commitment to establishing effective urology education for Emory medical students. Inspires students and faculty alike."
