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Philip I. Harber, MD, is a pulmonary disease physician with expertise spanning pulmonary and occupational medicine. He is an Adjunct Professor in Environmental Health Sciences at the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health at the University of Arizona and is Professor Emeritus at UCLA. Dr. Harber’s clinical and research interests center on occupational respiratory disease, respiratory protection and respirator medical evaluation, pulmonary epidemiology, and health and clinical information systems. Dr. Harber earned his MD from the University of Pennsylvania and an MPH from Johns Hopkins University. He completed an internal medicine residency through Georgetown/VA and subsequently pursued fellowship training in pulmonary medicine and occupational medicine at Johns Hopkins. Over the course of his career, Dr. Harber has held significant leadership roles, including serving as Chief of the Division of Occupational-Environmental Medicine at UCLA and directing an occupational-environmental medicine residency program. At the University of Arizona, he also served in occupational health leadership roles, helping reorganize systems supporting staff and faculty. He has contributed to national professional service through roles with NIOSH/CDC, ACGME, and major specialty societies, and he is the recipient of the ACOEM Lifetime Achievement Award.

Barry Morenz, MD, is a physician specializing in forensic psychiatry. He serves as an Associate Professor of Psychiatry (Clinical Scholar Track) at the University of Arizona and is recognized for his leadership in the field as Director of Forensic Psychiatry. In his academic role, Dr. Morenz contributes to the education of medical students and trainees, including teaching courses in forensic psychiatry and the psychiatry clerkship. Dr. Morenz’s work sits at the intersection of clinical psychiatry and the legal system, with a focus on psychiatric assessment and the application of psychiatric principles in forensic contexts. He has also contributed to professional literature through authored book reviews in The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, reflecting an ongoing engagement with emerging scholarship and clinical thought. His commitment to the profession has been recognized by peers through a Career Achievement in Psychiatry Award from the Arizona Psychiatric Society. Through clinical, educational, and leadership activities, Dr. Morenz supports high standards in psychiatric practice and helps advance understanding of forensic issues within mental health care.

Eric D. Peters, MD, is a physician whose structured specialty listing is Family Medicine and whose professional focus is forensic pathology. He serves as Deputy Chief Medical Examiner with the Pima County Office of the Medical Examiner in Tucson, Arizona, and is a Clinical Associate Professor of Pathology at the University of Arizona. Dr. Peters also directs the forensic pathology fellowship program, supporting the training and mentorship of physicians entering the specialty. Dr. Peters earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and completed an internal medicine internship at North Shore University Hospital. He then trained in anatomic and clinical pathology at The New York Hospital, followed by fellowship training in forensic pathology at the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner. He is board certified by the American Board of Pathology in anatomic and clinical pathology and in forensic pathology. Across his career, Dr. Peters has performed nearly 5,000 forensic autopsies and has provided expert testimony in court proceedings more than 200 times. His work includes consultation on complex criminal and civil matters for both prosecution and defense at multiple jurisdictional levels.

Raj Janardhanan, MD, MRCP, FACC, FASE, is an internal medicine physician and ABIM board-certified cardiologist with subspecialty certification in cardiovascular disease. He serves as a Professor at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson, with academic appointments in Medicine and Radiology & Imaging Sciences, and is a member of the Sarver Heart Center. Dr. Janardhanan’s clinical expertise centers on non-invasive and multi-modality cardiac imaging. He has advanced experience in echocardiography, including 3D echocardiography and interventional 3D transesophageal echocardiography, and has additional training in cardiac CT, nuclear cardiology, and advanced cardiac MRI. In addition to his academic work, he provides leadership in cardiac imaging as Medical Director of Non-Invasive Cardiac Imaging and Director of Echocardiography at Banner – University Medical Center Tucson and Banner – University Medical Center South. Dr. Janardhanan earned his medical degree from the University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram Medical College in India. He completed internal medicine residency training at Beth Israel Medical Center University Hospital and pursued further cardiology and cardiac imaging fellowships at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the University of Virginia. He is recognized for his commitment to teaching and for promoting clear communication with patients and families.

Dr. Jonathan Ehrhardt, MD, is a diagnostic radiologist with advanced training in abdominal and body imaging. He earned his medical degree from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and completed residency training at the University of Arizona College of Medicine. He further refined his expertise through an Abdominal/Body Imaging fellowship at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Dr. Ehrhardt is board certified in Diagnostic Radiology by the American Board of Radiology. In clinical practice, he focuses on interpreting a broad range of medical imaging studies to support accurate diagnosis and guide treatment planning, with a particular emphasis on imaging of the abdomen and related organ systems. He provides radiology services in association with Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center–Janesville and Mercyhealth Hospital and Medical Center–Walworth. Dr. Ehrhardt’s approach to patient care is grounded in professionalism, precision, and collaboration with referring clinicians to ensure imaging findings are clearly communicated and clinically meaningful. His philosophy of care is reflected in his statement: “My sincere desire is to offer my best skills toward healing our patients.”

Swathy Puthalapattu, MD, is a physician specializing in Critical Care Medicine within Internal Medicine, with advanced expertise in pulmonary and critical care. She serves as an Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson and provides care through the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (Tucson VA Medical Center). Dr. Puthalapattu is Co-Director of Interventional Pulmonology at SAVAHCS, reflecting a clinical focus that integrates complex pulmonary evaluation with the management of critically ill patients. Her postgraduate training includes an Internal Medicine residency at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine, followed by fellowship training in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, and Critical Care Medicine. In her academic and clinical roles, Dr. Puthalapattu is committed to delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care in high-acuity settings and to supporting the education and professional development of learners and colleagues in pulmonary and critical care medicine.

Christopher Untch, MD, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who provides comprehensive care for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences after completing undergraduate studies at The Ohio State University with a B.S. in biochemistry and zoology. Dr. Untch completed residency training in orthopaedic surgery at Oregon Health & Science University. Before transitioning to private practice, Dr. Untch served as a medical officer in the U.S. Air Force for more than two decades, bringing extensive experience in caring for active individuals and complex orthopaedic needs. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and has contributed to peer-reviewed research in orthopaedics, including work related to spine biomechanics and biomaterials used in fixation. Dr. Untch is affiliated with Saint Joseph's Hospital and Green Valley Hospital. He is known for a thoughtful, patient-centered approach, emphasizing clear communication, individualized treatment planning, and evidence-based options to help patients return to function and daily activities as safely and effectively as possible.

Edward Berghausen, MD, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon providing comprehensive care for patients with joint and musculoskeletal conditions. He specializes in joint replacement, including revision joint replacement, and the evaluation and management of complex shoulder, hip, and knee problems. When appropriate, Dr. Berghausen incorporates advanced techniques such as arthroscopy and computer-assisted approaches to support precise, individualized care. Dr. Berghausen earned his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and completed postgraduate training that included an internal medicine internship, a year of surgical training, and an orthopaedic surgery residency at Tufts Medical Center. He is affiliated with Saint Joseph's Hospital and practices with Arizona Community Surgeons PC. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Berghausen has contributed to the medical literature as an author on a PubMed-indexed publication. He is committed to helping patients understand their diagnosis and treatment options, with a focus on restoring function, reducing pain, and supporting a safe return to daily activities.

Craig Hoover, MD, is a cardiovascular disease physician and interventional cardiologist in Tucson, Arizona. He serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine in the Division of Cardiology at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson and is part of the Banner – University Medicine and UArizona Sarver Heart Center team. Dr. Hoover brings more than two decades of experience caring for patients with complex cardiovascular conditions, with prior clinical work in Tucson that includes the Southern Arizona VA Medical Center, Pima Heart, and the Carondelet Heart and Vascular Institute. His clinical focus includes interventional cardiology and catheter-based therapies. He earned a BS in Biological Sciences from Stanford University and his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. He completed internship and residency training in internal medicine at UCSF Mt. Zion Medical Center, followed by fellowship training in cardiovascular disease at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson. Dr. Hoover is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, and Interventional Cardiology. In addition to clinical care, Dr. Hoover is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions. His research interests include clinical trials evaluating novel interventional devices and therapies, and his recognitions include being named a Castle Connolly Top Doctor.

Jeff Monash, MD, FACS, CWSP, is a board-certified general surgeon who directs the Wound Center of Tucson in Tucson, Arizona. He provides comprehensive evaluation and advanced treatment for chronic and non-healing wounds, including diabetic foot wounds, venous and arterial ulcers, pressure injuries, traumatic wounds, and surgical wound dehiscence. His clinical experience also includes the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy as part of an integrated wound-care approach. Dr. Monash earned his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine and completed a general surgery residency at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan. He went on to complete fellowship training in advanced laparoendoscopic general and bariatric (metabolic) surgery at the University of California, Davis. Before focusing his practice on wound care, Dr. Monash spent more than two decades in advanced minimally invasive surgery and has extensive experience across bariatric, general, oncologic, and vascular procedures. He has also held a leadership role in bariatric program development and continues to bring a surgeon’s precision and evidence-based perspective to complex wound management.