Clinical department chairs are selected by the senior associate dean of clinical studies with the approval of the Dean of the SOM. Clinical department chairs report to the senior associate dean of clinical studies, as per the SOM Organizational chart.
Basic sciences department chairs are appointed by the Dean of SOM based on recommendation by the senior associate dean of basic sciences, who also determines the duration of their appointment. The basic sciences chairs report to the senior associate dean of basic sciences, as per the SOM Organizational chart.
DMEs are chosen by the hospital in consultation with the senior associate dean of clinical studies and Dean of the School of Medicine.
Clerkship directors are recommended for appointment by the DME and approved by the appropriate clinical department chair. Upon written approval of the department chair, the Dean of the SOM issues the appointment.