News

Winter 2020 Aspects - 50 Years of Learning & Leading

Published Date:

The Winter edition of Aspects was distributed in December 2019. In this issue, readers can explore:

  • The Bohn Nielsen Lobby, an upgraded entrance and gathering spot within 801 North Rutledge
  • Plans for the Lincoln Scholars Program, which will prepare eight medical students to specialize in rural-based primary medicine
  • How a woodworking accident tested the skills of microsurgeon Michael Neumeister, MD
  • A fashion show that raised spirits, awareness and cancer research funds
  • A profile of Sangita Basnet, MD, a pediatrician, mother and medical champion both here and abroad 
  • Three generations of the Panepinto family who have worked and learned at SIU
  • The Physician Pipeline Preparatory Program that gives high school students a realistic taste of medicine 
  • The latest technology tools that have improved precision and outcomes in neurosurgery 
  • 'Innovative Spaces' -- three of our most advanced areas for learners located in Carbondale, in the school's medical library and atop the Memorial Center for Learning and Innovation
  • Career snapshots of five of our alumni who have lived the mission of SIU SOM
  • 'The Top 5' academic innovations that put us at the forefront of medical education 

Check out the entire magazine online.

Prefer to read Aspects in print? Add your name and address to our future mailings.

More from SIU News

Sophia Ran, PhD funding story

Science, scrutiny and staying power: Dr. Sophia Ran’s two decades of cancer research

The rules of scientific research have changed dramatically over the past two decades. Grants are more competitive. Expectations for rigor, repeatability and transparency are higher. And researchers
Iris Wesley

A heart for the mission, a mind for the work: Iris Wesley’s vision broadens care in Illinois

Over more than 40 years at SIU Medicine, Iris Wesley played a key role in expanding access to care across Illinois. Her collaborative leadership helped guide the growth of SIU’s Federally Qualified Health Center network, now one of the largest university-affiliated systems in the country.
Jessica Barney and Vistrit Choudhary

Forty Under 40 honors SIU Medicine professionals

The Springfield Business Journal celebrates 40 professionals under 40 in our local community each year. As part of the 2025 class, SIU Medicine’s Jessica Barney and Vistrit Choudhary have been honored