News About the Dean

Dean Mary Klotman, MD, meets with Dr. Peter J. Allen, the recently appointed Chair of the Department of Surgery, to discuss leadership philosophy and vision for the future of surgical innovation at Duke.

Aditee Narayan, MD, MPH, vice dean for medical and health professions education at Duke, shares her vision for transforming health care through patient-centered, interdisciplinary health care professions education. From curriculum design to clinical innovation, Dr. Narayan reminds us that educating the next generation is not just a responsibility — it’s an opportunity to shape the future of health.

Duke School of Medicine Dean Mary Klotman, MD, speaks with Daren Solis and Alvin So, two remarkable students enrolled in Duke's health professions programs

In this conversation, Dean Klotman and Matthew Barber, MD, president of the Duke Health Integrated Practice (DHIP) and vice dean for clinical affairs, reflect on DHIP’s two-year anniversary. They highlight its role in unifying Duke Health’s clinical, academic, and community missions.

Dean Klotman and Manesh Patel, MD discuss the transformative role of philanthropy in advancing cardiovascular research and care at Duke. Their conversation highlights how the university's recent MADE FOR THIS fundraising campaign is fueling innovation, collaboration, and purpose-driven support to shape the future of heart health.

Watch Dean Klotman’s interview with Catherine Liao, Vice President of Duke Health Government Relations. In their conversation, they explore the team's strategic approach to fostering strong relationships with local, state, and national governmental entities, crucial for advancing Duke Health's missions.

Dean Klotman’s latest interview with Dr. Craig Albanese, CEO of Duke University Health System. In their conversation, they explore the critical work to grow Duke Health's clinical enterprise to support our integrated missions.

This discussion delves into the groundbreaking research being conducted at Duke University and its profound implications for public health.

Mary E. Klotman, BS’76, MD’80, HS’80-85, is Executive Vice President for Health Affairs at Duke University, Dean of Duke University School of Medicine, and Chief Academic Officer for Duke University Health System. She was appointed dean in 2017, after serving for seven years as chair of the Department of Medicine, and re-appointed in 2022.

From pursuing climate change research to enhancing the partnership with the Veteran's Administration, and advancing the groundbreaking FDA-approved drug for low-grade gliomas developed by the team at the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center, the achievements at the Duke University School of Medicine in 2024 have been remarkable. Watch this short video that highlights these and other milestones.