Newswise CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia University of Virginia Health System physicians Jonathon D. Truwit (EMBA 09), critical care pulmonologist, chief medical officer and senior associate dean for clinical affairs; and Paul Matherne (EMBA 10), cardiologist and division chief of pediatric cardiology, were among the 189 Health System physicians elected to the national Best Doctors in America list for 2013, released by Best Doctors Inc. In addition to distinguished careers in medicine, the two are alumni of the University of Virginia Darden School of Business MBA for Executives format of the Schools MBA program.

Matherne recently participated in Dardens annual health care conference, sponsored by the Darden Health Care Leadership Club. Matherne and Truwit credit their Darden experience with having a significant impact on their performance as leaders within the U.Va. School of Medicine.

Receiving an MBA at Darden was a seminal achievement in my academic career that has opened many doors and provided many new opportunities, said Matherne. Most importantly, it has led me to think differently, which is impacting how I practice medicine and teach in a very positive manner."

The Darden experience improved my leadership and communication skills while also providing me with a strong foundation in business administration, said Truwit. As a result, I am a much more effective leader. This has been accompanied by improved quality, safety, efficiency and alignment amongst the constituents of the Health System, he added.

Health care, including organizational challenges implementing the Affordable Care Act, is part of a global conversation our students are having as leaders within their companies, said Barbara Millar, assistant dean of Dardens EMBA program. Physicians in the EMBA cohort offer an insiders view on the health care industry and the challenges facing executives within organizations.

Best Doctors Inc. helps health services consumers make medical decisions by connecting them with medical specialists and expert advice. Physicians are selected to the Best Doctors list based on physician surveys. According to Best Doctors, physicians are asked questions including If you or a loved one needed a doctor in your specialty, to whom would you refer them? The Best Doctors group also checks the credentials and clinical activity of all nominees. Only about 5 percent of U.S. doctors earn inclusion on the list.

For questions or information, contact communication@darden.virginia.edu or a member of the Communication team.

About the Darden School of Business

The University of Virginia Darden School of Business is one of the world's leading business schools, offering MBA, Ph.D. and Executive Education programs. The unique Darden experience combines the case study method, the highest-ranked faculty whose research advances global managerial practice and business education, and a tight-knit learning environment to develop responsible and complete leaders who are ready to make an impact.

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MADISON, N.J., April 2, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --Quest Diagnostics (DGX), the world's leading provider of diagnostic information services, announced today that Sukumar Nagendran, M.D., has joined Quest Diagnostics as vice president, medical affairs, a new position.

In this role, Dr. Nagendran will provide medical oversight for the company's diagnostic information services. He reports to Jon R. Cohen, M.D., senior vice president and chief medical officer, and will be based at the company's headquarters in Madison, NJ.

"Dr. Nagendran has an impressive record of successful medical affairs in several clinical areas as well as in new product and business development and clinical trial operations," said Dr. Cohen. "These experiences, combined with his relationships with top medical and healthcare experts, will help us to engage medical opinion leaders, payers and clients in more productive dialogues aboutthecompositionand value of our services. These competencies are critical as our companystrives to be more externally focusedand responsive tomarket needs."

Most recently, Dr. Nagendran served as vice president, head of medical affairs at Reata Pharma. Prior to that, he was therapeutic-area head for new product development, medical affairs, clinical operations and biometrics, in which he oversaw several therapeutic areas, including oncology, cardiovascular disease and diabetes, for Daiichi Sankyo. He has held other senior positions related to clinical development and medical affairs for Pfizer and Novartis.

Dr. Nagendran also has significant clinical practice experience. Early in his career, Dr. Nagendranpracticed in alarge internal-medicinephysician groupand was a staff physician at three hospitals in Phoenix, Arizona. In addition, he is formerly a member of the PrimeCare managed care committee for Phoenix-based Banner Health Systems, one of the largest nonprofit healthcare systems in the United States.

Dr. Nagendran's research on cardiovascular disease, diabetes, oncology, pulmonary medicine and other areas of medicine has been published in a number of peer-reviewed publications, including Endocrine Practice, Current Medical Research & Opinion and Journal of Clinical Lipidology.

Dr. Nagendran earned a bachelor's degree in biochemistry from Rutgers University and earned his doctorate in medicine from UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Jersey, where he was given the Robert Wood Johnson Alumni award for outstanding medical student. He completed his internal medicine training at The Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., and was inducted into the prestigious Mayo Alumni Laureate Group.

About Quest DiagnosticsQuest Diagnostics is the world's leading provider of diagnostic information services that patients and doctors need to make better healthcare decisions. The company offers the broadest access to diagnostic information services through its network of laboratories and patient service centers, and provides interpretive consultation through its extensive medical and scientific staff. Quest Diagnostics is a pioneer in developing innovative diagnostic tests and advanced healthcare information technology solutions that help improve patient care. Additional company information is available at QuestDiagnostics.com. Follow us at Facebook.com/QuestDiagnostics and Twitter.com/QuestDX.

Quest, Quest Diagnostics, and all associated Quest Diagnostics registered or unregistered trademarks are the property of Quest Diagnostics. All third-party marks are the property of their respective owners.

Quest Diagnostics Contacts:Wendy Bost (Media): 973-520-2800 Dan Haemmerle (Investors): 973-520-2900

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by Chris Cannon

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Meharry Medical College in North Nashville is constructing the Turner Family Center, the college's first major construction project on the campus in 30 years.

Meharry saw a lot of growth on its campus three decades ago, but not much since then.

"There was a building boom in that period, from probably the early 70's to the late 70's, then it kind of stopped," said Bob Poole from Meharry Medical College.

Late last year the college broke ground on the Turner Family Center on 21st Avenue North.

"This building really is a symbol of coming together for the campus, where it will be a central meeting place for everyone," Poole said.

The three-story, 80,000 square foot building will house classroom space, an auditorium, a banquet hall, food court and administrative offices. It will cost $25 million to build.

Poole said the new construction signals progress on the campus.

"When people see those cranes going up, and just get an idea, wow these people are really on the move. Or when you see several projects going at once, it really means a lot. It means the college is really moving forward," Poole explained.

Student Jay-Sheree Allen has attended Meharry Medical College for the last two years.

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