The National Academy of Medicine has elected three University of Michigan Medical School faculty members: Dee E. Fenner, Lisa Hope Harris, and Frederick Kofi Korley. Recognized for their significant contributions to medical sciences, healthcare, and public health, they join 100 new inductees receiving one of the highest honors in medicine. These distinguished professionals become part of 83 other current, former, and late U-M faculty with this accolade.
Dee E. Fenner
Elizabeth Bates Professor of Diseases of Women and Children, chair, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, professor of obstetrics and gynecology and of urology, Medical School
Dee E. Fenner is honored for her research on fecal incontinence among aging and postpartum women, along with her pioneering work in postpartum perineal rehabilitation and repair. Recognized nationally as an expert in defecation disorders and reconstructive surgery, Fenner’s leadership in Female Pelvic Medicine is well-noted. In 2011, she was named “Continence Champion” by the National Association for Continence. She also received the Sarah Goddard Power Award in 2015 and the 2019 Rudi Ansbacher Leadership Award.
Lisa Hope Harris
Arthur F. Thurnau Professor; George E. Wantz Professor of Interdisciplinary Enrichment in Medicine, professor of obstetrics and gynecology, director, Center for History, Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, and Ethics in Medicine, Medical School; professor of women’s and gender studies, director, Health Sciences Scholars Program, LSA
Lisa Hope Harris is recognized for her scholarship in bioethics, her interdisciplinary approach to reproductive healthcare, and bridging divides on contentious issues such as abortion. Specializing in miscarriage management and family planning, Harris has initiated several clinical and training programs at Michigan Medicine. Her research focuses on conscience-based healthcare provision and physician communication strategies. Harris has received multiple accolades, including the Bernard Lo Award in Bioethics.
Frederick Kofi Korley
Professor of emergency medicine, associate chair for research, Department of Emergency Medicine, Medical School
Frederick Kofi Korley is hailed as an international leader in emergency medicine due to his groundbreaking research and mentoring. His work in biomarker research has led to new diagnostics for traumatic brain injury, including a novel blood test. He holds four patents related to biofluid-based biomarkers. Korley has led the first NIH R38 training program for emergency medicine residents. His previous honors include the 2021 Society of Academic Emergency Medicine Mid-Career Investigator Award.
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