June 26, 2003
Health Sciences News Briefs
Brentnall “almost famous”
Dr.Teri Brentnall, associate professor of medicine in the Division of Gastroenterology, was among five Seattle residents listed as “almost famous” in the June 2003 edition of Seattle magazine. Although their names are not local household words, the five are at the top of their highly specialized fields and are internationally renowned in their specialties. Brentnall is a pioneering researcher in pancreatic cancer treatment.
For cancer survivors
“Cancer as a Turning Point, From Surviving to Thriving” is a two-day event to be held July 12 an 13 at Meany Hall on campus. The Seattle Cancer Care Alliance is a sponsor, along with the American Cancer Society and others. The program is geared to those with cancer and who have been touched by cancer. The event is free, but pre-registration is required. For information, see the Web site at http://www.healingjourneys.org or call Healing Journeys at 800-423-9882. Some continuing education credits are available for a fee.
Motulsky elected to society
Dr. Arno Motulsky, professor emeritus of medicine, Division of Medical Genetics, and of genome sciences, has been elected to the American Philosophical Society. Established in 1743, the American Philosophical Society promotes knowledge in the sciences and humanities. The Society’s 700-plus members include scientists, writers, artists, statesmen, archaeologists, musicians, historians, and others. In 1957, Motulsky founded the UW’s Division of Medical Genetics, one of the first of its type in the nation. He has had an illustrious career as a researcher and teacher and as a commentator on the social implications of genetic research. He is noted for his work on genetic variation and on the genetics of heart disease.
