The School of Medicine is pleased to announce In K. Kim, MD as the new vice dean of Innovation and Strategy and associate vice president of Health Affairs.

In his new role, Kim will oversee and guide the Office of Strategy and Innovation, facilitating key strategic projects for both the School of Medicine and the Health Sciences Campus.  He will play a critical role in supporting decision-making and shaping strategies that align with the institution’s growth and innovative goals.

“I am honored to serve the School of Medicine and Health Sciences Campus in this new capacity,” said Kim. “At a time when innovation and strategic thinking are more vital than ever, I am honored to be the voice of those very imperative objectives.”

Kim’s professional background began at the Cornell University, followed by his tenure at Weill Cornell Medical College. After completing his residency at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children in Philadelphia, Kim pursued fellowship training in pediatric emergency medicine at the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He later earned an master’s in business administration from the University of Louisville, deepening his involvement with the College of Business.

In addition to his international recognition for the research of helium-oxygen therapies for pediatric respiratory diseases, Kim is known for his comprehensive array of profoundly impactful positions, including director of the Center for Health Process Innovation, co-director of the Business and Leadership Distinction Track, co-director of Bluegrass Biodesign, and program director of the UofL MD-MBA program.

As executive vice chair in the department of Pediatrics and the executive medical director for the Norton Children’s Medical Group, Kim has demonstrated a deep commitment to enhancing patient outcomes and upholding high standards of care in pediatric medicine.

“Dr. Kim’s inspiring career and dedication to innovative healthcare solutions make him an invaluable addition to this role,” said Dean Jeffrey Bumpous. “I am confident that he will excel in this role as he expands on the high caliber of innovation and strategy at our institution.”

Dr. Kim accepted his new responsibilities effective October 1. Please join us in congratulating him on his new role!