Maxwell M. Wintrobe, MD, PhD
Chair, Department of Internal Medicine, 1943-1967
Dr. Wintrobe was recruited from Johns Hopkins University in 1943 to develop the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Utah. Known for his contributions to hematology... Read More
George E. Cartwright, MD
Chair, Department of Internal Medicine, 1967-1980
Dr. Cartwright expanded the department by increasing faculty size and establishing new clinical subspecialties... Read More
William D. Odell, MD, PhD
Chair, Department of Internal Medicine, 1980-1996
Dr. Odell's tenure saw the expansion of faculty and resident training programs, along with strengthened collaborative partnerships... Read More
Merle A. Sande, MD
Chair, Department of Internal Medicine, 1996-2001
Dr. Sande enhanced the department's global recognition in infectious diseases... Read More
John R. Hoidal, MD
Chair, Department of Internal Medicine, 2001-2016
Under Dr. Hoidal's leadership, the department experienced significant growth in clinical revenue, research funding, and residency opportunities... Read More
Kathleen A. Cooney, MD
Chair, Department of Internal Medicine, 2016-2018
Dr. Cooney led the department’s involvement in healthcare transformation initiatives and emphasized innovative research... Read More