Jessica Catto Dialogue: The Generational Challenge of Climate Medicine with Mark T. Gladwin, MD

Thursday, July 2, 6-7 pm | Paepcke Auditorium Free, Registration Required | Registration opens May 28 Climate change is no longer just an environmental issue—it is one of the defining public health challenges of our time. In this thought-provoking talk, physician-scientist Dr. Mark Gladwin, Dean of the University of Maryland School of Medicine, explores the rapidly emerging field of climate medicine and how a warming planet is already reshaping human health. From wildfire smoke and extreme heat to expanding infectious diseases and environmental toxins, climate change is altering the conditions that keep communities healthy. Dr. Gladwin will connect the science to real-world impacts and discuss why understanding climate through the lens of health may be one of the most powerful ways to inspire solutions and build more resilient communities—here in Aspen and around the world. ________________ Mark T. Gladwin, MD Dean, University of Maryland School of Medicine Vice President for Medical Affairs, University of Maryland, Baltimore John Z. and Akiko K. Bowers Distinguished Professor and Dean Dr. Mark T. Gladwin is Dean of the University of Maryland School of Medicine and Vice President for Medical Affairs at the University of Maryland, Baltimore. He previously served as Chair of Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh and held leadership roles at the National Institutes of Health. A physician-scientist specializing in pulmonary, vascular, and critical care medicine, Dr. Gladwin is internationally recognized for his research in nitric oxide and vascular biology. He has published more than 500 scientific papers and led numerous clinical trials, contributing to major advances in understanding blood, oxygen, and cardiovascular health. Dr. Gladwin has received many national honors, including recognition from the American Heart Association and the American Thoracic Society. He is also deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of physicians and scientists, with a long track record of training leaders in academic medicine. Jessica Catto Dialogue: The Generational Challenge of Climate Medicine with Mark T. Gladwin, MD Free, registration required July 2, 2026 from 6–7pm Information About ACES Staff Board Contact Us Reports & Financials Partners Corporate Sponsors Privacy Policy Opportunities Work At ACES (Careers) Locations Hallam Lake Rock Bottom Ranch Catto Center at Toklat Newsletter Sign Up First Name Last Name Email (required) * Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from ACES. (You can unsubscribe anytime)