Congratulations, Shine Academy Inductees

We are elated to recognize three outstanding UTMB educators who will be inducted into The University of Texas (UT) System Kenneth I. Shine, MD, Academy of Health Science Education in February 2027.

This is a prestigious honor that recognizes educational excellence among faculty and professional education staff at UT System health institutions. Academy members serve UT System through the support and promotion of excellence in all aspects of health science education, educational scholarship, and leadership.

Headshot of Sara Dann

Sara M. Dann, PhD
Professor of Instruction, Departments of Internal Medicine and Microbiology & Immunology, John Sealy School of Medicine
Director, Postdoctoral Certificate Program, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
Director, Institute for Translational Sciences Office of Educational Programs


Headshot of Dr. F. Marconi Monteiro

F. Marconi Monteiro, EdD
Senior Medical Educator in the JSSOM Office of Educational Development
Co-director, Scholars in Education Program

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Jose (Eddie) Salazar, PhD, MLS(ASCP) cm
Professor and Chair, Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Associate Dean for Professional Development
Director of Educational Technology
School of Health Professions