Synedgen Founder & CEO Appointed UC Professor of Surgery
October 1, 2011 — Synedgen Founder & CEO William P. Wiesmann MD has been appointed Volunteer Professor of Surgery, Division of Research, at the University of Cincinnati.
In addition to his academic appointment, Dr. Wiesmann was also appointed to the Advisory Board of the UC Institute for Military Medicine, which was created in 2009 to conduct clinical and basic research and training in trauma and critical care in alignment with the needs of the US military. Dr. Wiesmann will assist the Institute in strategic planning, and provide programmatic and development support.
Alex B. Lentsch, Ph.D., Professor and Vice Chairman for Research, Department of Surgery, and Director, UC Institute for Military Medicine stated, “I am pleased to welcome back a distinguished alumnus. Dr. Wiesmann’s extensive research and entrepreneurial experience will be a great asset to our students and our Institute.”
“I’m happy to have this opportunity to contribute back and mentor and encourage students in their educational and research pursuits. I look forward to helping the University build upon its terrific research programs,” stated Dr. Wiesmann.
Dr. Wiesmann graduated Cum Laude from the University of Cincinnati with a BA in Chemistry. In 2008, the University awarded Dr. Wiesmann an Honorary Doctor of Science.