NDDIC News

Dr. James Is Named Director of DDN

Stephen P. James, M.D., was recently appointed to direct the Division of Digestive Diseases and Nutrition (DDN) within the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK).

Dr. James directed the division of gastroenterology at the University of Maryland's School of Medicine for 10 years before joining NIDDK in February 2001. His extensive experience in gastroenterology and hepatology as well as proven leadership and management abilities will serve the NIDDK and the NIH well. In his role as director of DDN, he will be in charge of planning, conducting, and evaluating a national research effort focused in the areas of gastrointestinal, pancreatic, hepatobiliary, and nutrition diseases and conditions.

The clearinghouse congratulates Dr. James on his appointment.

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NIH Publication No. 04–4552
May 2004