Living Legends are exemplary leaders who have dedicated their lives to humanity and devoted their careers to the mission of the UNM School of Medicine.
Known for their extraordinary contributions to the UNM School of Medicine, Living Legends are our greatest touchstones of excellence. This honor recognizes their tireless efforts in
educating the next generation of healthcare professionals
providing state-of-the-art and compassionate care to everyone regardless of the ability to pay, and
conducting innovative research to find cures and treatments to improve the quality of life for future generations
Honorees
2009 Leonard M. Napolitano, MD Dean, UNM School of Medicine (1972-1994)
2013 Robert Loftfield, PhD Professor of Biochemistry (1964-1989); Chair, Department of Biochemistry (1964-1971; 1978-1989)
2014 Diane Klepper, MD Professor Emerita Assistant/Associate Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs for 31 years
2015 R. Philip Eaton, MD Emeritus Executive Vice President for Health Sciences and Professor
2018 Arthur Kaufman, MD Distinguished Professor of Family & Community Medicine and Vice Chancellor for Community Health
Living Legend Video Tributes
Arthur Kaufman, MD
Living Legend 2018
Distinguished Professor of Family & Community Medicine and UNM’s Vice Chancellor for Community Health
R. Philip Eaton, MD
Living Legend 2015
Emeritus Executive Vice President for Health Sciences
Diane Klepper, MD
Living Legend 2014
Professor Emerita and UNM School of Medicine Associate Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs for 31 years.
Robert Loftfield, PhD
Living Legend 2013
Professor of Biochemistry (1964-1989); Chair, Department of Biochemistry (1964-1971; 1978-1989)
