Each year in America, we set aside March 30 as National Doctors’ Day. This special day gives us the chance to honor the dedication, skill, and unwavering commitment of our nation’s physicians.
Many doctors share that one of the most rewarding parts of their job is building connections with their patients. Learn more about what drives our UVA Health doctors in our 7 Quick Questions series.
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Dr. Rooney specializes in breast cancer screening. Before becoming a doctor, he was a U.S. Navy pilot.
Blood cancer doctor Firas El Chaer, MD, came to UVA in 2019. He treats blood disorders and blood cancer, including leukemia.
Dr. Zaraket is passionate about helping patients get at-home dialysis, so they can have more time for family and work.
Dr. Ortiz says the greatest thing about his job is when patients tell him the procedure significantly improved their life.
Adult nurse practitioner Michelle Otto was inspired to go into nursing by her grandmother, a registered nurse, and single mother.
More than 37 million Americans have chronic kidney disease, according to the National Kidney Foundation. For nephrologist Daphne Knicely, MD, taking care of them is personal.
Dr. Vaughan treats incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, & other pelvic floor disorders. Learn more about her.
Sports cardiologist Michael Ayers, MD, cares mostly for recreational and professional athletes with heart conditions.
Both of Garneau's parents are also doctors. Over the years, he saw how rewarding the patient interactions and lifelong learning could be.
Cynthia Yoshida, MD, is passionate about colon cancer prevention. She works to increase access to screening for patients throughout Virginia.
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