Class Notes: December 2018

Robert M. Weiss, MD ’60 is the Donald Guthrie Professor of Surgery/Urology at the Yale University School of Medicine. He received the 2018 Pediatric Urology Medal awarded by the American Academy of Pediatrics, which represents the highest honor the section endows. It is awarded to the individual who has made outstanding contributions to pediatric urology.

Harvey Penziner, MD ’65 is now retired after 47 years of dermatology practice. He is enjoying retirement and though his license remains active he does not practice.

Sara Deborah Tolchin, MD ’66 is retired from practice. She teaches first-year medical students at Einstein and volunteers at White Plains Hospital. In addition to volunteering, she enjoys participating in three book clubs, attending adult education classes, and her eight grandchildren. She also plans to travel more with her husband Richard.

Lawrence Cohen, MD ’70 is still practicing radiology. He is currently teaching at the USC School of Medicine. He and his wife Jane have one grandson named Adam, who turned two in April 2018.

In Memoriam:*The Alumni Association recognizes in the “In Memoriam” section, not all alumni listed are recently deceased. As we become aware of the passing of our alumni we recognize them to provide their classmates with an update.

H. Reed Metzger, MD ’57 May 7, 1932 – August 7, 2018 On August 7, 2018, H. Reed Metzger, MD, JD, of Santa Monica, CA and Cooperstown, NY, beloved husband, father, grandfather, physician, and friend, passed away at age 86.

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Robert Schultz, MD ’74 has passed away.

James Robins, MD ’84 ROBINS–James, MD. On January 4, 2015 at the age of 55, of Laurel Hollow, NY. Beloved husband of Connie (nee Skinas). Loving father of Alex and Nicky. Cherished son of Blossom and the late Gerald Robins. Adored brother of Richard.