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In Honor of the late Dr. Stuart Kornfeld. The life and legacy of Stuart Kornfeld, MD, David C. and Betty Farrell Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Medicine, Division of Hematology, are honored, recognizing him as a towering figure in biomedical research whose work transformed the understanding of glycobiology and human disease. Dr. Kornfeld passed away in […]

Danielle Cicka, MD, PhD, a resident physician at Washington University in St. Louis, has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 HIP Resident Award. The HIP Resident Award Program supports first- and second-year medical residents in hematology across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with a goal of fostering a workforce that reflects the […]

Last year, the Washington University Vascular Anomaly (VA) research team conducted an anonymous national survey to better understand hematologists’ and oncologists’ experiences, confidence, and willingness to care for adults with VAs. The goal was to identify gaps in knowledge, barriers to care, and motivating factors for clinicians managing this complex patient population. The study findings, […]

Welcome to the inaugural edition of the WashU Hematology Newsletter. In this edition we will share a Message from the Chiefs, Honors, Awards, and Notables, Appointments/Promotions, present the incoming fellows, the memory of Dr. Stuart Kornfeld, Our Farewell & Best Wishes, Grand Rounds,  The 67th ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition and Upcoming Events

In this Issue: Message from the Chair, High Impact Research Publications, Pivotal Grants, Clinical Programs, In Memoriam, Awards/Fellowships/Honors/Accolades, Leadership/Appointments, Office of Faculty Development (OFD), IDEAS at DOM, Vice Chair for Career Advancement, Vice Chair of Education, Vice Chairs of Safety, Quality, and Operations, Faculty Presentations, Welcome to WashU and Events, Cheers

American Society of Hematology Helping hematologists conquer blood diseases worldwide The American Society of Hematology (ASH) is the world’s largest professional organization dedicated to advancing the understanding and treatment of blood and bone marrow disorders. Through its renowned annual meeting, leading publications such as Blood and Blood Advances, and comprehensive educational programs, ASH supports cutting-edge […]

Dear colleagues and friends, As we begin the new year, I am filled with gratitude for the enormous contributions our faculty, staff and trainees have made, providing outstanding care for patients, performing groundbreaking research and delivering exceptional educational programs. This has not been an easy year. We have dealt with many challenges including a tornado […]

Congratulations to Dr. Vorachart Auethavekiat who is one of 9 Accolade Recipients

The Department of Medicine is proud to announce that we have 75 matched fellows. These physicians bring talent, curiosity and drive to their program built on teamwork and discovery.

We are proud to announce that four exceptional members of our Division, Nicole, Maggie, Julie, and Karyn, have been honored with the prestigious MPN Heroes Award. This recognition celebrates individuals whose extraordinary efforts have significantly improved the lives of people living with myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs). To Nicole, Maggie, Julie and Karyn, thank you. Your kindness, […]

In this Issue: Message from the Chair, High Impact Research Publications, Spotlight, Plaza West Tower, Clinical Programs, Awards/Fellowships/Honors/Accolades, Leadership/Appointments, Office of Faculty Development (OFD), IDEAS at DOM, Vice Chair for Career Advancement, Vice Chair of Education, Vice Chairs of Safety, Quality, and Operations, Faculty Presentations, Welcome to WashU and Events

After more than four decades of dedication, compassion, and service, we are honored to celebrate the remarkable career of Kim French, as she begins her well-earned retirement. “I have had an amazing journey as a nurse, and I will miss it. I am excited to retire, as I cannot wait to see what God has […]

Dr. Andrew Young received the NIH Director’s Early Independence Award. The Early Independence Award supports the launch of research careers for exceptional junior scientists who recently received their doctoral degree or completed clinical training.

In this Issue: Message from the Chair, High Impact Research Publications, Spotlight, Clinical Programs, Memoriam, Awards/Fellowships/Honors/Accolades, Leadership/Appointments, Office of Faculty Development (OFD), IDEAS at DOM, Vice Chair for Career Advancement, Vice Chairs of Safety, Quality, and Operations, Faculty Presentations, Welcome to WashU and Events

Stuart A. Kornfeld, MD, the David C. and Betty Farrell Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Medicine at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, died Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025, in St. Louis from complications of Parkinson’s disease. He was 88.