Emory honors Franklin Academy head of school for medical teaching

Dr. Martha Burdette, head of school at Ben Franklin Academy, received one of the Emory University School of Medicine Dean's Teaching Awards in recognition of "superior teaching of medical and allied health professions students" for many years. Dr. Burdette was honored Dec. 1 at the Faculty Recognition Reception, where she received her award from Dr. David Stephens, Interim Dean; Dr. William Eley, Executive Associate Dean; and Dr. Jonathan Lewin, Executive Vice President for Health Affairs, Executive Director, Health Sciences Center, and President, CEO, and Chairman of the Board, Emory Healthcare. Dr. Burdette works with medical school students, residents, and fellows referred by the deans at Emory School of Medicine as part of Ben Franklin Academy's clinic work for the community.

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