The WSU School of Medicine is beginning a search for a new chair of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology. Dr. John Malone, Jr., the former chair, has returned to his position as a member of the faculty.

"The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is a premier academic department nationally known for its excellence in research, education and clinical care," Dean Robert M. Mentzer, Jr., M.D., wrote in a letter announcing the change. "The School of Medicine is committed to supporting the department and advancing its reputation."