Kern Wildenthal, MD, PhD, is the President of the Children's Medical Center Foundation, one of the largest pediatric hospitals in the United States. With a career spanning institutional administration, clinical medicine, education, biomedical research, and philanthropic leadership, Dr. Wildenthal has played a significant role in the growth and success of the UT Southwestern Medical Center, where he served as President for 22 years. Under his leadership, UT Southwestern emerged as a leading medical institution, with faculty members winning Nobel Prizes and the institution experiencing significant growth.
Dr. Wildenthal, a native Texan, began his medical career at UT Southwestern Medical School and went on to earn a PhD in cell physiology from the University of Cambridge. He has received numerous honors and awards for his contributions to the field of medicine, including election into the Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Sciences. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Dr. Wildenthal is actively involved in the Dallas community, serving on the boards of various organizations and foundations.
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