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Lisa Vargish, M.D., M.S., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. She specializes in Geriatrics and Palliative Care, with a focus on developing educational curricula for medical students and training residents and fellows. Her clinical expertise spans family medicine, geriatrics, and palliative care, and she has served as medical director for the Shepherd Home hospice in Penfield, NY.
- Education: MD from University of Chicago, MS in Education from Warner School of Education (University of Rochester)
- Certifications: Board-certified in Family Medicine, Geriatrics, and Palliative Care
Dr. Vargish's research emphasizes geriatric palliative home care curricula and medical education reform. Her work includes publications on pediatric preventive care, critical care glucose management, and pain in dementia patients. She has also contributed to foundational research in oncology, particularly colorectal cancer chemoprevention.
Scientific awards include the
- HRSA Geriatric Academic Career Development Award
- Educator of the Year (2016)
- Golden Giver Award (Channel 8 News, 2012)
Dr. Vargish has held leadership roles in curriculum development, including the Pritzker Initiative at the University of Chicago, and her clinical experience includes federally-qualified health centers, sub-acute rehabilitation units, and hospice care.
