Katzman and Krebs recognized for Exceptional Moments in Teaching
Michael Katzman, MD, faculty member, and Allison Krebs, MS, graduate teaching assistant, were recognized through the “Exceptional Moments in Teaching” program for the month of March.
Dr. Katzman is a professor of medicine.
“Dr. Katzman contains a wealth of clinical knowledge and conveys that knowledge in an incredibly supportive and passionate manner,” one student said. “He is endlessly patient and knowledgeable. His sincere interest in our success is evident during every interaction. I am so incredibly grateful to have experienced his mentorship over these past few months.”
Dr. Katzman received his medical degree from Columbia University in New York, completed an internal medicine residency and infectious diseases fellowship at University Hospitals of Cleveland and Case Western Reserve University, and joined the Penn State College of Medicine faculty in 1989. For many years, Dr. Katzman combined clinical medicine with teaching and laboratory research on a viral enzyme that is now the target of drugs that treat HIV/AIDS. His next adventure was starting the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program in 2011, which led to Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center being named one of the first Antimicrobial Stewardship Centers of Excellence in the country.
Dr. Katzman has served at various times as chair of the Infection Control Committee, president of the Faculty Organization and president of the Society of Distinguished Educators. His current efforts include directing the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program, teaching (especially clinical skills to first- and second-year medical students) and inpatient infectious diseases consultations. But he is most proud of his wife and children (and now grandchildren).
Krebs is a graduate teaching assistant and second-year anatomy PhD student.
“Allison went above and beyond every day to explain concepts, instruct students and reinforce knowledge through examples, drawings and interactive activities,” said a student. “I was impressed by her professionalism and willingness to teach no matter what; she is an incredible anatomist and will be a highly qualified and well-loved anatomy professor.”
Krebs serves as a lecturer and teaching assistant in the medical and physician assistant anatomy curricula alongside her research in the Department of Neuroscience and Experimental Therapeutics. Krebs is passionate about equity in anatomy education and takes pride in volunteering through anatomy graduate student-led outreach initiatives. She aspires to a career as an anatomy professor at a medical school following completion of her PhD.
Penn State College of Medicine’s Office for a Respectful Learning Environment recognizes exceptional faculty, residents and fellows with the monthly “Exceptional Moments in Teaching” program. One faculty member and one resident/fellow are highlighted each month for their contributions. College of Medicine students are invited to submit narratives about faculty members, residents, nurses or any other educators who challenge them and provide an exceptional learning experience using the online nomination form.
The Office for a Respectful Learning Environment fosters an educational community at Penn State College of Medicine in which all learners and educators feel supported, challenged, valued and respected. It serves all learners at the College of Medicine: medical students, graduate students, physician assistant students, residents and fellows.
See previous faculty and resident/fellow honorees here.
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