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FSU College of Medicine, Sarasota Regional Campus recognizes outstanding clinical faculty Contact Name: Konnie Kruczek Contact Email: konnie.kruczek@med.fsu.edu Contact Phone Number: 941-316-8120 On Thursday, Sept. 26, 2019 at Michaels on East, Dean of the College of Medicine, Dr. John Fogarty, reflected on the state of the college before a large crowd of faculty, students and community members. Regional Campus Dean, Dr. Nicole Bentze, expressed deep appreciation for the over 300 local physicians who teach the third and fourth year medical students and physician assistant students. Third year medical student Thuy Nguyen, shared students' gratitude. Two physicians were recognized and celebrated for their accomplishments as Clerkship Faculty. Kathleen Kennedy, MD received the Outstanding Community Faculty Educator Award. This award recognized Dr. Kennedy for consistently demonstrating dedication to principles of the curriculum, for identifying and meeting educational needs of students, and for his enthusiasm for teaching, participation in faculty development, and willingness to work collaboratively to deliver the clinical curriculum effectively. Dr. Kennedy is an authentic teacher, much adored by students. Her depth of knowledge and experience is clearly sought after by her students. Vien Dinh, MD was honored with the Guardian of the Mission Award. Dr. Dinh has distinguished himself by participating in activities that model the mission of the college: educating and developing exemplary physicians who practice patient centered health care, discover and advance knowledge, and are responsive to community needs, especially through service to elder, rural, minority, and underserved populations. Dr. Dinh is a compassionate teacher who has modeled ethical care and service to his patients. He is widely respected and a much beloved teacher. Established in 2000, the FSU College of Medicine utilizes an innovative medical school model. First and second year students study basic sciences and clinical skills on the FSU main campus in Tallahassee, while third and fourth year students are assigned to one of six regional campuses in the state. At the regional campuses the medical students participate in clinical clerkships taught by board certified local physicians in area hospitals, ambulatory care facilities and physician offices. In Sarasota, Manatee and DeSoto counties, more than 300 physicians participate in mentoring the 40 FSU medical students and ten physician assistant students who are on clinical rotations in the area.