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Barry J. Goldstein, M.D., Ph.D., director, Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases at Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, has been elected to the Association of American Physicians (AAP).

Dr. Goldstein maintains active basic and clinical research programs where his interests are centered on mechanisms and regulation of insulin signal transduction, especially the pathophysiology of insulin-resistant disease states including obesity and type 2 diabetes.

Type 2 diabetes is a mild form of diabetes that usually appears first in adulthood and is exacerbated by obesity and a sedentary lifestyle. This disease often has no symptoms, is usually diagnosed by tests that indicate glucose intolerance, and is treated with changes in diet and an exercise regimen.

Dr. Goldstein has authored more than 135 papers in basic and clinical research as well as reviews and textbook chapters. He is frequently invited to lecture at national conferences and international symposia.

The AAP is a nonprofit, professional organization founded in 1885 for the advancement of scientific and practical medicine. The goals of its members include the pursuit of medical knowledge, and the advancement through experimentation and discovery.

Each year, 55 individuals having attained excellence in achieving these goals, are recommended for membership by the council of the association. Their election gives them the opportunity to share their scientific findings and contributions with their colleagues at the annual Business Meeting.

Dr. Goldstein will be officially elected at the AAP annual meeting, Sunday, April 30, in Chicago.