2002 Kaiser Permanente Teaching Awards

Kaiser Permanente Teaching Award in Clinical Education
Michael Shea, M.D., professor, Internal Medicine, Division of Cardiology

Always inspiring his students to do their best, Dr. Michael Shea is a truly dedicated teacher. He sets teaching as a priority and challenges his students to live up to his expectations. He values the importance of clinical skills and always sets aside time to make sure that his students learn the fundamentals of history taking, EKG, x-rays, and echo-cardiograms before they get into the clinic. On the wards, he has students do formal presentations, and involves them in plans for the patient's management. He also spends a significant amount of time running the M2 Cardiovascular Pathophysiology course. Dr. Shea was the recipient of the Galen Silver Shovel Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching.

In addition to his exceptional teaching skills, Dr. Shea is recognized throughout the institution for the outstanding care that he provides to his patients. He is a leader on both the inpatient and outpatient services. In short, he is a captivating bedside lecturer.

Dr. Michael Shea is a most worthy recipient of the Kaiser Permanente Teaching Award for Clinical Education.

Kaiser Permanente Teaching Award in Basic Science
Arno K. Kumagai, M.D., assistant professor, Internal Medicine, Division of Endocrinology

Co-Director of the M2 Sequence in Endocrinology at the Medical School, Dr. Arno Kumagai has won numerous awards for his teaching efforts, including the AAMC/Pfizer Award for Humanism in Medical Education and the Health Foundation of New Jersey Award for Humanism in Medicine. In addition to emphasizing basic patho-physiological foundations of endocrine disorders in his teaching, Dr. Kumagai also places particular emphasis on the importance of personal interactions, appreciation of the patient's perspective, and patient advocacy. According to his students, Dr. Kumagai is an ever-present reminder that medicine is more than just learning the facts; he is a constant reminder that the real goal is to help patients manage their health.

Renowned as a rigorous, but beloved, teacher, Dr. Kumagai is active in mentoring medical students and currently serves as a Faculty Honorary for the Galens Medical Society and a Faculty Advisor for the United Asian American Medical Student Association.

Dr. Arno Kumagai is a most deserving recipient of the Kaiser Permanente Teaching Award in Basic Science.