Karen Peterson
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October 28, 2021 VOL 23 NO 3

Karen Peterson Retires From Wisconsin Medical Alumni Association After Two Decades of Leadership

Peterson proudly counts the number of Homecoming Weekends she has celebrated while leading the Wisconsin Medical Alumni Association — 21 as of October 2021.

Sarah Rothschild
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October 28, 2021 VOL 23 NO 3

Sarah Rothschild Becomes New Wisconsin Medical Alumni Association Executive Director

Since 2014, Rothschild has been the director of constituent relations for the University of Virginia’s Medical Alumni Association and Medical School Foundation.

Elaine Alarid
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August 10, 2021 VOL 23 NO 2

Elaine Alarid Nurtures the Next Generation of Mentors

From her earliest days as a budding scientist, Alarid says she’s always had someone in her corner, which has made all the difference.

Christian Capitini
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May 24, 2021 VOL 23 NO 1

Christian Capitini Describes Immunotherapy Successes

For nearly 10 years, Capitini has maintained an active research lab at the UW Carbone Cancer Center while also providing care for children with cancer at the American Family Children’s Hospital.

Molly Carnes
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February 4, 2021 VOL 22 NO 4

Molly Carnes Breaks Through Biases

Carnes hadn’t formally studied gender issues, but early on in her career she was keenly aware how few women held leadership or research positions in academic medicine, and that led to a new course.

Paul Wertsch
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February 3, 2021 VOL 22 NO 4

Paul Wertsch Exemplifies Community-minded Physician, Entrepreneur and Advocate

As a young man living in Madison in 1960s, Wertsch says he couldn’t help but be influenced by the political unrest and social activism around him.

Gina Green-Harris
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November 18, 2020 VOL 22 NO 3

Gina Green-Harris Builds Relationships for Research

Green-Harris has spent a career as a bridge builder, connecting underrepresented communities together to develop innovative, culturally appropriate research and community engagement projects.

Mark Fenlon posing next to a motorcycle
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November 18, 2020 VOL 22 NO 3

Mark Fenlon Manifests Wisconsin Spirit

As a third-generation physician, Fenlon continues his family's commitment to Wisconsinites.

The smiling Olsen family
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August 3, 2020 VOL 22 NO 2

Ralph Olsen: 73 Years of Memories, Service and Support

Tag along as Ralph Olsen takes his family through a tour of campus.

David B. Allen and Brittany J. Allen
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August 3, 2020 VOL 22 NO 2

Father, Daughter Take Turns Being “The Other Dr. Allen”

David and Brittany Allen share a title but are making their own impacts in the Department of Pediatrics.

William Little and a patient speaking in an exam room
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April 29, 2020 VOL 22 NO 1

‘Cause and Devotion to Medicine’ Keep William J. Little, 98, Still Practicing

William J. Little, Jr. has made a huge impact throughout his career — beginning with military service and continuing past his 98th birthday at a clinic that provides free and low-cost care.

Mary Landry
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April 29, 2020 VOL 22 NO 1

Mary Landry Focuses on Improving Women’s Health for Students and Underserved Populations

Mary Landry reflects on her education, working at University Health Services and working to fight health disparities.