UB DoctHERS

The Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences' DoctHERS is a network of female physicians, scientists, faculty, residents and students who address current issues in the medical and scientific fields in order to foster advancement, mentorship and equal opportunities for future generations of women in medicine and science.

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About Us

The network provides year-round opportunities for support and development through various events. By connecting alumni to each other and to current students, we have the ability to inspire, empower and teach our peers and the next generation. Contact us for more information!

Rose Berkun, MD ’92
Chair, DoctHERS
Clinical Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

DoctHERS Student Chapter Co-Presidents

Gowthami Gengatharan, Class of 2022
Rebecca Luterman, Class of 2022
Mary O'Hehir, Class of 2022
Lawanya Singh, Class of 2022

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DoctHERS Committee

Rose Berkun, MD '92
Lynn-Marie Aronica, MD '99
Gale R. Burstein, MD '90
Helen M. Cappuccino, MD '88
Iris Danziger, MD '86
Roberta E. Gebhard, DO
Lauren Kuwik, MD '08
Susan Littler, MD '91, PhD '83
Lori Luzi, MD '88
Julie Madjeski, MD
Dr. Nancy Nielsen, PhD, MD '76
Melissa Rayhill, MD '10
Sylvia H. Regalla, MD '75
Stephanie Tzetzo
Karen Walcott, MD '02

Events and Photos

Five women have reached the presidency of the American Medical Association, including our own Dr. Nancy Nielsen. From left to right, Dr. Patrice Harris, president-elect; Dr. Ardis Hoven (2013-2014); Dr. Barbara McAneny, current president; Dr. Nancy Nielsen (2008-2009); Dr. Nancy Dickey, first woman president, (1997-1998).

Visit our Flickr page to see photos from our past events:
2019 A Time of Urgency: Health Care Leaders Needed DoctHERS Symposium

2018 Reaching Your Potential Now DoctHERS Symposium