National Academy of Medicine Elects HMS Faculty Member

James PerrinJames Perrin, HMS professor of pediatrics at Massachusetts General Hospital, was among 70 regular and nine international members elected to the National Academy of Medicine who were recognized for making major contributions to the advancement of the medical sciences, health care and public health.

Election to the National Academy of Medicine is considered one of the highest honors in the fields of health and medicine and recognizes individuals who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievement and commitment to service.

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“These newly elected members are outstanding professionals who care deeply about advancing health and health care in the U.S. and globally,” said Victor Dzau, president of the National Academy of Medicine. “Their expertise will help our organization address pressing health challenges and improve health, science and medicine for the benefit of us all. It is my privilege to welcome these accomplished individuals to the National Academy of Medicine.”

Perrin holds the John C. Robinson Chair in Pediatrics at Mass General and is the founding director of the MGH Center for Child and Adolescent Health Policy, a multidisciplinary research and training center with an active fellowship program in general pediatrics. His work includes treating and working for children and adolescents with chronic health conditions. His recent research examines improving the organization of services for the care of children with autism spectrum disorders and racial and ethnic disparities in autism diagnosis and care.