Roles
- Research Professor of Pediatrics
- Associate Dean for Admissions & Enrollment
- Director, UM/JMH Poison Control - Florida
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Biography
Dr. Weisman is Associate Dean for Admissions & Enrollment and Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He is the Director of the Florida Poison Information Center – Miami at UM/Jackson Memorial Hospital. Dr. Weisman received his undergraduate training in Pharmacy at Temple University and his Doctorate in Clinical Pharmacy from Duquesne University. Dr. Weisman is Board Certified in Toxicology and a Fellow of the American Academy of Clinical Toxicology.
Dr. Weisman has over 25 years experience with medical school admissions and served as Chairman of the Miller School of Medicine Admissions Committee for 4 years before his appointment as Dean in 2009. Dr. Weisman has been an editor and author of Goldfrank’s Toxicologic Emergencies and has over 75 publications in the field of poison control and toxicology. Dr. Weisman is a Past President of the American Association of Poison Control Centers (AAPCC). Dr. Weisman is a recipient of France’s Distinguished Medal of Merit for his contributions to environmental toxicology and the World Health Organization. -
Education & Training
Education
Licensures and Certifications
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Honors & Awards
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Teaching Interests
Medical Toxicology - Poison Control
Emerging Public Health Issues
Clinical Pharmacy
Emergency Medicine - Toxicology
Informatics
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Research Interests
Medical Toxicology - Poison Control
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Publications
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Articles & News
Dr. Richard Weisman Retires from Admissions Team After 25 Years
M.D./M.P.H. Orientation Returns to Campus to Welcome the Class of 2026
Miller School Makes Exceptions for Medical School Applicants During an Exceptional Time
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