Lee Goldman

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Lee Goldman at Columbia
Lee Goldman
NationalityAmerican
Alma materYale University, Yale School of Medicine
Known forGoldman Criteria
Scientific career
FieldsCardiology, Internal medicine
InstitutionsColumbia University



Lee Goldman is an American cardiologist and academic administrator known for his contributions to internal medicine and cardiology. He has held significant positions in various prestigious institutions and has made notable advancements in medical research and education.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Goldman was born in the United States. He completed his undergraduate education at Yale University and subsequently earned his medical degree from the Yale School of Medicine.

Career[edit | edit source]

Goldman began his career in medicine with a focus on cardiology and internal medicine. He has held faculty positions at several leading medical schools, including Harvard Medical School and the University of California, San Francisco.

Columbia University[edit | edit source]

Goldman served as the Dean of the Faculties of Health Sciences and Medicine and Chief Executive of Columbia University Irving Medical Center. During his tenure, he was instrumental in advancing the institution's medical research and educational programs.

Contributions to Medicine[edit | edit source]

Goldman is best known for developing the Goldman Criteria, a set of clinical guidelines used to assess the risk of complications in patients with chest pain. These criteria have been widely adopted in emergency medicine and have significantly improved patient care.

Publications[edit | edit source]

Goldman has authored numerous articles and textbooks on cardiology and internal medicine. His work is frequently cited in medical literature, and he is considered an authority in his field.

Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]

Throughout his career, Goldman has received several awards and honors for his contributions to medicine and medical education.

Personal Life[edit | edit source]

Goldman resides in New York City and continues to be active in medical research and education.

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