James O. Woolliscroft, M.D., was appointed dean of the University of Michigan Medical School on July 1, 2007. Previously, he served as the executive associate dean of the Medical School from 1999 and as Interim Dean beginning August 1, 2006 until his appointment as dean. Dean  Woolliscroft is an internationally recognized medical educator. He has played major roles in medical student, resident and fellow education at the University of Michigan. Dean Woolliscroft was selected as the first Josiah Macy, Jr. Professor of Medical Education, an endowed professorship awarded through a national competition in 1996. In January 2001, he received a second endowed professorship, the Lyle C. Roll Professor of Medicine recognizing his work in enhancing the practice of medicine through education.

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