We Are CUIMC

Recognizing Our Employees

Our faculty and staff are the lifeblood of our institution, the engine that drives research innovation, enables clinical breakthroughs, and elevates the next generation of doctors and healthcare professionals. CUIMC brings together folks from around the world, including our own Washington Heights-Inwood community, to drive the future of medicine. Their commitment to excellence makes CUIMC a beacon of knowledge, hope, and compassion.

Luminary Awards

The Luminary Employee Recognition Awards, celebrate exceptional contributions to CUIMC. Each recipient is recognized for their dedication to education, mentorship, and leadership.
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Employee Spotlight

The Employee Spotlight is a recognition program that highlights the diverse stories of exceptional employees.

Baton Awards

Rodney Kopec holding his 2025 Baton Award

Columbia University Irving Medical Center has honored five staff members with 2025 Baton Awards, recognizing team players who contribute to the medical center's overall success. The awards recognize employees who know how to partner, when to take initiative, when to delegate, and how to share the workload and the credit. Like a good relay runner, they know when to pass the baton and when to pick it up.

See the Winners