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Friday, September 11, 2020
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Registration | Griffis Faculty Club
8:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Breakfast | Griffis Faculty Club
9:30 – 9:45 a.m.
Welcome and Honorary Fellowship Awards | Uris Auditorium
Since 1970, the Alumni Association Board of Directors has had the distinct pleasure of annually awarding honorary fellowships to outstanding (non-alumni) Weill Cornell faculty members whose scholarship, dedication and leadership have greatly enriched the life of the Medical College, its faculty and students.
Natasha I. Leibel, MD ’98
President, WCMCAA
Joseph Habboushe, MD ’07
Reunion 2020 Chair and Vice President, WCMCAA
Honorary Fellows
Peter M. Marzuk, MD
Estomih P. Mtui, MD
Elizabeth A. Wilson-Anstey, EdD
Rhonda K. Yantiss, MD
9:45 – 10:45 a.m.
Dean’s Address | Uris Auditorium
2019 was a historic year for Weill Cornell Medical College. Hear from Dean Augustine M.K. Choi, MD on how Weill Cornell Medicine is leading the way in clinical care, research, education, mentorship and diversity.
Augustine M.K. Choi, MD
Stephen and Suzanne Weiss Dean
Weill Cornell Medical College
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
A Conversation with Jean W. Pape, MD ’75 | Uris Auditorium
In this not-to-be-missed exclusive interview, Weill Cornell Medicine alumnus and founder of the GHESKIO clinic, Dr. Jean William “Bill” Pape, will reflect on his remarkable career as a physician and a pioneer in the fight against HIV/AIDS and related diseases in Haiti.
Jean W. Pape, MD ’75
Ivette Feliciano
Producer and Correspondent, PBS NewsHour Weekend
12:15 – 1:45 p.m.
Lunch | Belfer Research Building, Starr-Greenberg Conference Center, 2nd Floor
Starr-Greenberg Conference Center, Ruben Family Conference Center, 3rd Floor
2:00 – 2:45 p.m.
Harnessing the Powerful Biology of the Placenta to Treat Cancer, Inflammatory and Age-Related Diseases | Uris Auditorium
Come hear alumnus of the Tri-Institutional MD-PhD program, Dr. Bob Hariri speak about his career from 1300 York Avenue to serial entrepreneur, and his mission to develop life-expanding products, using placentas to form the foundation of innovative therapies that improve lives.
Robert J. Hariri, MD ’87, PhD ’87
Founder, Chairman and CEO, Celularity
3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Guided Campus Tours | Anatomy Lab, Clinical Skills Center and the Weill Education Center
Walk through the halls of Weill Cornell and visit the Margaret and Ian Smith Clinical Skills Center, the Anatomy Lab, and the Weill Education Center, including Weill Auditorium, A-250 and the new Feil Family Student Center.
Smart Ways to Maximize Your Philanthropic Impact | Weill Education Center, Problem-Based Learning Rooms
Learn about smart ways to make a planned gift to WCM and also receive annual payments and tax benefits. We’ll hear from two alumni Stimson Society members about their legacy gifts to Weill Cornell Medicine and a panel of Planned Giving Advisory Council members, including estate planning attorneys and wealth advisors. There will be two, one-hour sessions on this topic.
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Cocktail Reception | Belfer Research Building, Starr-Greenberg Conference Center, 2nd Floor
6:30 p.m.
Class Dinners | The University Club of New York | One West 54th Street | New York City
Mix and mingle with former classmates at one of New York City's exclusive venues. Reminisce with friends as you enjoy a delicious meal and cocktails.
Saturday, September 12, 2020
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Registration | Uris Auditorium Lobby
8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Breakfast and WCMCAA Business Meeting and Officers Election | Griffis Faculty Club
WCMCAA Board of Directors election. Open to all alumni.
9:15 – 10:15 a.m.
WCMCAA 2019 and 2020 Special Achievement Award Presentation | Uris Auditorium
The Special Achievement Award recognizes alumni with notable achievements in medicine or related fields that significantly advance healthcare and medical science.
Carol Storey-Johnson, MD ’77
2019 Special Achievement Award Recipient
Donald A. Fischman, MD ’61
2020 Special Achievement Award Recipient
10:30 – 11:15 a.m.
25th Reunion Classes present: The Antidote to Physician Burnout | Uris Auditorium
Physician burnout has increased over the past decade, and doctors in some specialties are suffering more than others. Hear from Dr. Mark. B Pochapin (MD ’88) about antidotes and implementations to keep burnout at bay.
Mark B. Pochapin, MD '88
11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
50th Reunion Classes present: Looking Back and Looking Forward | Uris Auditorium
Join the classes of 1969 and 1970 for a discussion on the evolution of medicine over the last 50 years. Speakers will highlight how their fields of interest from medicine to social responsibility have changed since attending medical school and reminisce on their time here at Weill Cornell Medicine.
Jeffrey S. Borer, MD '69
John I. Gallin, MD'69
Alan H. Lockwood, MD '69
Barry S. Levy, MD ’71 ('70)
Kathryn E. McGoldrick, MD ’70
12:30 – 2:00 p.m.
Sip and Celebrate - Diversity at WCM | Griffis Faculty Club
Learn about Weill Cornell Medicine's new initiatives aimed at fostering community for its students from the leaders of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion. Mingle and connect with fellow alumni and current students while celebrating our school's spectrum of diversity.
2:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Break
7:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Reception and Gala Dinner Dance | Ziegfeld Ballroom | 141 West 54th Street | New York City
Join us for an evening of dinner, drinks and dancing to live music by the Alex Donner Orchestra at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. Catch up with fellow alumni and guests, celebrate the reunion classes and enjoy an evening out in New York City. Dean’s Circle members and their guests will enjoy a special VIP reception with Dean Augustine M.K. Choi, MD. For more information on joining the Dean’s Circle, please contact the Office of Alumni Relations.
Dress Code
Reunion Programming - Business casual.
Class Dinners - Men are required to wear jackets, dress shirts and ties. Women are required to wear clothing meeting similar standards. Jeans, sneakers, sandals or other such casual sportswear are not considered appropriate attire.
Reception and Gala Dinner Dance - Cocktail attire.