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Dean Y. Li, M.D., Ph.D.

Interim Co-Chair, Department of Physiology

Specialties

Languages

  • English

Bio

Dr. Li serves as the inaugural vice dean for research and chief scientific officer for University of Utah Health Care. As vice dean he is responsible for oversight of the school's research activities and the development and realization of a research strategic plan. As chief scientific officer, he is responsible for coordinating and maximizing the health system's investment into translational, clinical, and health care research leading to new treatments and health care delivery innovations for patients. Dr. Li is a distinguished scientist and internationally recognized for his groundbreaking research in vascular development and disease. In addition, Dr. Li practices in General Cardiology and ICU Medicine, diagnosing and treating patients at the Veterans Hospital. He is the H.A., and Edna Benning Endowed Professor of Internal Medicine and director of the Molecular Medicine Program and School of Medicine M.D./Ph.D. Program. He is also a professor of oncological sicences. He received his bachelor's degree from the University of Chicago and his graduate degrees from Washington University in St. Louis.

Locations

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(801) 584-1235 Veterans Administration Medical Center
500 S Foothill Blvd
Salt Lake City, UT 84149

Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Internal Medicine - Professor
Human Genetics - Adjunct Professor
Oncological Sciences - Adjunct Professor
Academic Divisions Cardiology