Lee Learman, dean of the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, recently was recognized by the Roanoke branch of the NAACP for his outstanding contributions to medicine in the Roanoke Valley.
Learman received a Citizen Award during the organization’s 25th annual awards banquet on May 2.
The banquet, which honored individuals across eight categories, celebrated those whose work has had a lasting impact on the region. Learman was recognized for his leadership at the medical school and his commitment to advancing medical education, health care access, and community engagement…