Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is proud to announce that Priscilla Eyikojoka Pemu, M.D., M.S., FACP, FAHA, has been elected to the illustrious National Academy of Medicine (NAM). Dr. Pemu is a Professor of Clinical Medicine. She serves as Associate Dean for Clinical Research and Director of the MSM Clinical Research Center.
NAM indicated that Dr. Pemu was recognized for “pioneering work on clinical trial diversity, centering on the importance of regaining trust, fostering transparent collaboration and ensuring the equitable participation of diverse populations in medical research, from Grady Health System, a large public hospital, to primary care practices, historically Black churches and institutions.”
“Your election reflects the high esteem in which your peers and colleagues regard you,” the Academy told Dr. Pemu in a letter announcing her election. “As a NAM member, you are now part of a group of truly distinguished individuals who have made important contributions to health, medicine and science…"
Read the full article here.