Manish Suneja

Manish Suneja, MD, is a Clinical Professor of Internal Medicine-Nephrology at the University of Iowa's Carver College of Medicine. He holds multiple leadership roles, including Vice Chair for Education in the Department of Internal Medicine, Director of the Internal Medicine Residency Program, and Associate Dean for Medical Education Integration and Innovation. His academic background includes an MD from the Armed Forces Medical College in Pune, India, followed by residency training in Internal Medicine at Temple University and the University of Iowa, and a Nephrology fellowship at the University of Iowa.

Research and Education Focus: Dr. Suneja’s work spans nephrology, medical education innovation, and healthcare quality improvement. He has pioneered curricula in diagnostic reasoning, teaching skills, and resident autonomy. His research explores genomic responses to exercise in spinal cord injury patients, hypertension management trends, and physician well-being. He has led initiatives in competency-based assessments (e.g., OSCEs) and strengths-based leadership training for program directors.

Publications and Impact: Over 70 peer-reviewed articles reflect his dual focus on clinical nephrology and medical education. Notable works include studies on blood pressure documentation variability, hydralazine-associated vasculitis, and the role of low-force electrical stimulation in muscle recovery. His work bridges basic science (e.g., gene expression studies) with applied clinical education and policy.

Leadership and Teams: As residency program director and education leader, he oversees training programs impacting hundreds of residents annually. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams in rehabilitation genomics, medical education technology, and healthcare equity initiatives.