The Center for Advanced Lung Care (CALC), supported by Brown Medicine and Brown Health, delivers world-class, comprehensive care for patients with advanced lung and heart-lung diseases, as well as those with unexplained breathing difficulties.

The team of physicians leading the center include Corey Ventetuolo, MD, James Klinger, MD, Christopher Mullin, MD, Mary Whittenhall, NP, and Navneet Singh, MD. The center will offer a multidisciplinary approach to treating complex pulmonary conditions, including pulmonary hypertension, chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH), interstitial lung diseases, severe asthma, COPD, and more.

Brown Medicine is thrilled to announce the establishment of its Division of Podiatry, extending a tradition of excellence in podiatric healthcare. Built on over 40 years of service, this division offers the latest, high-quality, and personalized foot and ankle care for patients of all ages.

The Division of Podiatry delivers a full spectrum of specialized foot care across multiple locations, including Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, and the Southern New England Surgery Center. The expert team provides comprehensive treatment for pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients, with subspecialties in sports medicine, diabetic foot care, neurology, orthopedics, dermatology, vascular health, and advanced wound care.

Brown Medicine’s podiatrists hold esteemed academic appointments at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and contribute to the next generation of podiatric surgeons as members of the teaching staff for the Roger Williams Medical Center Podiatric Surgical Residency Program.

For more information, please visit our Division of Podiatry.

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Aurora D. Pryor, MD, MBA, as Chair of the Department of Surgery at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Surgeon-in-Chief at Rhode Island and The Miriam Hospitals, and President of Brown Surgical Associates.

Dr. Pryor is a globally recognized expert in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery. She previously served as Surgeon-in-Chief at Long Island Jewish Hospital and System Director for Bariatric Surgery at Northwell Health. Dr. Pryor earned her medical degree and completed her residency and fellowship at Duke University. She has held leadership roles at Duke, Stony Brook University, and Northwell Health.

She succeeds William Cioffi, MD, who retired after over 20 years of dedicated service. We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Pryor to Providence and thank Dr. Cioffi for his invaluable contributions.

Brown Physicians, Inc. had an amazing time at Rhode Island’s PrideFest this past weekend! Our team was thrilled to join the community in celebrating love, diversity, and inclusion. Thank you to everyone who came out and celebrated with us!

Brown Physicians, Inc.’s Belonging Equity Diversity and Inclusion (BEDI) committee recently hosted a Women’s Networking Event at Narragansett Brewery, bringing together professionals from across all BPI affiliates. This offered a unique opportunity for attendees to connect, share experiences, and foster new collaborations. We want to thank everyone who attended and contributed to this successful event!

In commemoration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day the BEDI Committee held an impactful Day of Service where volunteers united to organize and distribute generous donations from BPI employees—new socks, underwear, and t-shirts for the Amos House in Providence. We also crafted heartfelt letters to seniors in nursing homes through Letters Against Isolation.

The BEDI Committee proudly sponsored the celebration of India Independence Day on Saturday, August 12th. This vibrant and culturally rich event unfolded against the backdrop of the State Capitol building, offering a day-long festivity for all to enjoy.