Leslie Douglas-Churchwell, MD, FACP
Assistant Professor of Medicine (General Medicine)
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Biography
Leslie Douglas-Churchwell, MD, graduated from Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia, with a BS in Biology. She received her medical degree from University of Pittsburgh and completed her Internal Medicine residency at Emory University Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Douglas-Churchwell is board-certified with the ABIM. She was selected as one of the Top Internists by Castle Connolly's guide to America's Top Doctors from 2006-2015.
Dr,. Douglas-Churchwell is a fellow of the American College of Physicians. She is active with the American Heart Association. Her interests include women's health, preventive medicine and cardiovascular disease. She has been selected as one of the leading physicians of the world since 2011.
Education & Training
- MDUniversity of Pittsburgh, School of Medicine (2023)
- ResidentEmory University School of Medicine, Affiliated Hospitals (1991)
- internEmory University School of Medicine, Affiliated Hospitals (1989)
- BSSpelman College, Biology (1981)
Certifications
- Board CertificationAB of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (1994)
Activities
- The Journey of LeadershipNew Haven, CT, United States 2022Connecticut National Medical Association Luminary Series
- COVID-19 Vaccinations-Mechanisms of Actions, Safety, Addressing Community ConcernsNew Haven, CT, United States 2021Webinar
- Stagnant Medical School Admission Rates for African American MalesOak Bluffs, MA, United States 2019American Heart Association, Empowered to Serve
- Strategies for Improving Women's Cardiac Health in New HavenNew Haven, CT, United States 2018American Heart Association, Go Red for Women
- Heart Disease in African American Women, Hypertension and CholesterolNew Haven, CT, United States 2017African American Women's Summit
- Cardiovascular Heath Disparities in WomenNew Haven, CT, United States 2017American Heart Association, Go Red for Women
- Heart Disease in Women of African DescentNew Haven, CT, United States 2016Go Red for Women
- Heart Disease in WomenNashville, TN, United States 2013Nashville CABLE Leadership Organization for Women Professional Advancement
Honors & Recognition
| Award | Awarding Organization | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Community Partner of the Year Award | Southern Connecticut Black Nurses Association | 2018 |
| Fellow, of the American College of Physicians | American College of Physicians | 2016 |
| St. Thomas Hospital, American Heart Association, Go Red for Women, Spokesperson | St. Thomas Hospital | 2013 |
| Leading Physicians of the World | Leading Physicians of the World | 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Americas Top Doctors | Castle Connolly Top Doctors | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society | Tribeta Biological Honor Society | 1988 |
| Hewlett Packard Medical Award | University of Pittsburgh, School of Medicine | 1988 |
Professional Service
| Organization | Role | Date |
|---|---|---|
| American Heart Association | STEM Mentor for female High School Students | 2018 - Present |
| New Haven Chapter of the Links, Inc. | Health Facet Committee | 2016 - Present |
| Jack and Jill of America | CPR Instructor | 2014 - Present |
| Jack and Jill of America | CPR Instructor | 2014 - Present |
| Nashville Ballet | Chair Ballet Dancers Medical Health Committee Gala Committee Nashville Ballet Martin Center Renovation | 2013 - 2015 |
| Style Blueprint Magazine | Expert on Women's Cardiovascular Heath, magazine article | 2013 - Present |
| Style Blueprint Magazine | Featured in an article on Women's Cardiac Heath | 2013 - Present |
| Nashville Opera | Co-Chaired La Bella Notte Gala Fund Raiser 2010. Hosted dinners for Nashville Opera Performers that were non residents of Nashville | 2007 - 2015 |
| YWCA | Chaired Domestic Violence Committee | 2003 - 2006 |
| Nashville Symphony | Chaired the Nashville Symphony Schermerhorn Building Fund Medical Liaison Committee | 2003 - 2006 |
Departments & Organizations
- General Internal Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- Internal Medicine Associates
- Mental Health Collaborative Care Program
- Yale Medicine