Expertise:
Performing Pharmaceutical Studies on Volunteer Patients for Pharmaceutical Companies, Practicing Nephrology and Internal Medicine
Major Product/SVS:
Interdisciplinary Training for Health Professionals Including Doctor of Medicine and Doctor of Pharmacy Degrees
Favorite Business Publication:
Annals of Internal Medicine
Education Degrees:
Certified Diplomat, National Board of Medical Examiners (1996); Certification in Internal Medicine and Nephrology, American Board of Internal Medicine (1972); Fellowship in Nephrology, Vanderbilt University (1971); Certification in Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine (1969); Internship and Residency in Internal Medicine, University of Iowa (1968); MD, Stritch Loyola University (1965)
Children's Names:
Anne, Michelle, George, William, Heather
Work History:
Numerous Positions within University Hospitals
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Dr. Whittier's education and excellence in teaching separates him from his peers.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Dr. Whittier's greatest career achievements are having published 120 scientific articles and a textbook entitled 'Renal Electrolyte Disorders.'
Highlight of career?:
The highlight of his career was being named president of Stark County Medical Society.
Charity:
Clinical Advisory Group Alteon (1994-2004); Association of Program Directors in Internal Medicine (1995-2001); Collaborative Study Group, International Society of Peritoneal Dialysis (1983-2000); American College of Physician Executives (1992-2000); Chairman, Holiday Card Committee, Rotary Club of Canton (1995-1998); President, Canton Academy of Medicine (1993-1997); Executive Committee, Council of Dialysis (1984-1996); Council on Transitional Year Program Directors (1990-1995); Chairman, World Affairs Committee (1991-1994); Chairman, Organ Donor Subcommittee, National Medical Advisory Board (1979-1984); Medical Advisory Board, National Association of Patients on Hemodialysis and Transplantation (1983-1987); Council 33 (1982-1983); End Stage Testing, Renal Disease Network; Coordinating Council 9 (1976-1982); Board of Directors, Midwest Organ Bank (1973-1982); President, Kidney Foundation of Kansas and Western Missouri (1971-1982); National Kidney Foundation; Former Past President, National Medical Advisory Board (1981); Director, Education Committee, American Society of Nephrology (1980); Executive Committee, National Medical Advisory Board (1979-1980); President, Program Chairman, Dialysis and Transplantation, American Society of Nephrology (1978-1980); President, Council 33 (1977-1978); Distinguished Service Award, Kidney Foundation of Kansas and Western Missouri (1975); Paul Harris Fellow (7 Times); Stark County Medical Society; Board Directors, American Red Cross, Stark County Chapter; Rotary Club of Canton; Board of Directors, Canton City Health Department; Committee Member, CME Accreditation, Ohio State Medical Society; Central Society for Clinical Research; American Society of Artificial Internal Organs; American Federation for Clinical Research; Fellow, American College of Physicians; American Association of Clinical Histocampatibility; American Association of Tissue Banks; Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor, American Heart Association; Alliance for Continuing Medical Education; The Transplantation Society; The American Society of Transplant Physicians; Society for Research and Education in Primary Care Internal Medicine; Chairman, Sister Club, World Affairs Committee; International Society of Nephrology; International Transplantation Society
Number Of Years In Profession:
38
Number Of Years In Current Position:
9
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Whittier has received numerous awards for outstanding teaching.