Doug is currently a Professor and Chair of the Department of Foundational Medical Studies at the Oakland University William School of Medicine (OUWB). He leads a Department of 40 faculty members from all basic science and medical humanity disciplines. He joined IAMSE in 1998 and served on the Development Committee from 2001-2003. From 2002-2007 he served as the Editor-in-Chief of Medical Science Educator and Chaired the Editorial Board, served as a member of the Publications Committee and as an ex officio member of the Board of Directors; Doug also moderated a host of plenary and discussion sessions during his time as an IAMSE member. For over 20 years, IAMSE has been his ‘go to’ home for collaboration and interaction with colleagues for all things medical education!