Craig Cheifetz, MD, FACP

Craig E. Cheifetz, MD, FACP is a prominent medical educator and administrator at Inova Health System. He currently serves as the Regional Dean of the UVA Medicine Inova Campus.13 In this role, he oversees medical education and leads the regional campus of the University of Virginia School of Medicine at Inova.

Professional Background

Dr. Cheifetz has been in his current position as Regional Dean since February 2021.3 He is also the Director of the Inova Office of Undergraduate Medical Education.2 Prior to his current role, he served as the Vice President of Corporate and Premium Services at Inova, a position he has held since April 2018.3

Medical Expertise

Craig Cheifetz is a board-certified internist based in Fairfax, Virginia.5 He is affiliated with several Inova facilities, including Inova Fairfax Medical Campus and Inova Loudoun Hospital.5

Achievements and Recognition

Dr. Cheifetz has been recognized for his contributions to medical education:

• In 2011, he received the Enrique Gerszten, MD, Faculty Teaching Excellence Award from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine.4
• In 2020, he was awarded the prestigious Laureate Award, acknowledging his excellence in medical education and leadership.6

With over 15 years of experience in medical education, Dr. Cheifetz has established himself as a leading figure in shaping the future of healthcare professionals at Inova Health System and beyond.1