University of Illinois names regional dean of medical school

The University of Illinois College of Medicine at Urbana-Champaign has appointed Janet Jokela, MD, acting regional dean, according to The News-Gazette.

Pending trustee approval, Dr. Jokela will take the helm Feb. 16.

Dr. Jokela joined UI's faculty in 2000 and has since held numerous positions, including director of the internal medicine residency program.

She replaces Michele Mariscalco, MD, who has departed for a new UI executive position based in Chicago.

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