Lauren Collins Emory Atlanta, Georgia — The Atlanta academic and medical community is mourning the passing of Dr. Lauren Collins, MD, a respected Emory University School of Medicine professor and infectious disease specialist, who died peacefully in Atlanta, Georgia, earlier this week, according to university and community notices.
Dr. Collins was widely admired for her dedication to medical education, patient care, and mentorship during a distinguished career at Emory University, where she served as a faculty member in the Division of Infectious Diseases. Her work influenced countless students, residents and colleagues, and she was known for blending clinical excellence with a passion for teaching and research.
A graduate of Boston University School of Medicine, Dr. Collins went on to complete her residency and infectious diseases training at top medical institutions before joining the Emory faculty. She focused much of her clinical and scholarly work on improving care for patients affected by infectious diseases, including efforts aimed at advancing understanding and treatment of HIV and related conditions.
Colleagues and former students remember Dr. Collins for her generosity of spirit, commitment to patient advocacy and influence within the medical community. Her dedication to fostering the next generation of physicians earned her deep respect across the Emory campus and beyond.
Dr. Collins is survived by her family, close friends and a broad network of professional colleagues who say her contributions to medicine and education will endure. A private memorial service is planned in Atlanta, with many in the Emory community expected to gather to honour her life, legacy and impact.
Her passing marks a significant loss to the field of medical education and patient care in Georgia and the wider academic medical community.
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