Dr. Lois Bready presents a certificate of appreciation to Dr. Joseph Naples for his 15 years of service at the Health Science Center.
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Health Science Center faculty, staff, residents and students attended a farewell reception April 26 for Joseph Naples, M.D., professor and chairman of the department of anesthesiology. Dr. Naples is leaving the Health Science Center for a position as chairman of anesthesiology at The Methodist Hospital in Houston.

The Fiesta-themed reception was held in the University Hospital Foundation Room and mariachis serenaded guests while they feasted on fajitas, King Ranch chicken and flan. Dr. Naples' 15-years of service were commemorated with a granite paver in the Alumni Association's Ring of Honor, which was donated by department faculty and staff.

(L-R) Dr. Chris Bracken and Dr. Joseph Naples. Dr. Bracken has been appointed to succeed Dr. Naples as interim chair of the department of anesthesiology.

“Your outstanding service to the people of the Health Science Center and encouraging personality will be greatly missed,” said Lois Bready, M.D., professor and vice chair of anesthesiology, as she presented a certificate of appreciation to Dr. Naples. “We wish you nothing but the best.”

Christopher Bracken, M.D., Ph.D., deputy chair of clinical affairs in the department of anesthesiology, has been appointed to succeed Dr. Naples as interim chair of the department of anesthesiology.

“I have mixed emotions about leaving the Health Science Center,” said Dr. Naples. “I’ve clearly enjoyed my 15 years here and I feel confident leaving the anesthesiology department in Dr. Bracken’s hands.”