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Story about baby saved by groundbreaking U-M device receives national and international media coverage
The U-M Health System received tremendous national and international media coverage spurred by an announcement of a 3-D printed device created at U-M and used to save a baby’s life at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. The story has been picked … Continue reading
Posted in: Announcements, UMHS in the News
Securing and Implementing NIH R01s with International Partners – Views from Two PIs (June 11)
This presentation will feature two U-M Medical School PIs who are leading R01 projects that are funded by NIH institutes other than Fogarty, and include substantial work with partners in other countries. U-M Global REACH and the Medical School Office … Continue reading
Grapes – New obesity-fighter?
According to a recent University of Michigan study, grape consumption may help protect against organ damage associated with the progression of metabolic syndrome, which can lead to cardiovascular disease, stroke and diabetes.The University of Michigan’s E. Mitchell Seymour, Ph.D., studied … Continue reading
Disability Advocate Award Nominations due June 1
Make a Nomination by June 1, 2013.“Raise a little consciousness; raise a little hell.”- James Neubacher, U-M alumnus and equal rights advocateDo you know someone who raises a little of both by making significant contributions to improve awareness, access, acceptance … Continue reading
Posted in: Funding/Award Opportunities
Troy, Southfield Vanpool seeks new riders
Save on your commute with a friendly, established vanpool looking for new riders who work near Central or North Campus. The van picks up and drops off in Troy (LifeTime Fitness) and Southfield (Telegraph/12 Mile.) The van has a designated … Continue reading
Posted in: Getting Around
Wall Street Parking Structure to add 500 spaces for UMHS staff
This June, work will begin on a new parking structure to add more than 500 staff parking spots near the Health System’s main Medical Campus.When complete in July 2014, the Wall Street Parking Structure will hold 720 Blue and Gold … Continue reading
Posted in: Getting Around
Gift Shops closed for the holiday
All gift shops will be closed both Sunday and Monday, May 26 and 27, for Memorial Day. The shops will re-open Tuesday, May 28 at their regular times.
Posted in: Events for Faculty, Staff and Students
Gifts of Art Call for Entries 2013-2014 has been extended to May 31
Gifts of Art is currently accepting proposals for our August 2013-August 2014 exhibition year.As one of the first and most comprehensive arts in healthcare programs nationwide, Gifts of Art brings the world of art & music to the University of … Continue reading
Posted in: Events for Faculty, Staff and Students, Public Events
Teaching Quality Improvement and Patient Safety in the Context of Everyday Clinical Work (June 11)
The purpose of this workshop is to teach and model basic Quality Improvement and Patient Safety principles in everyday clinical work. Faculty are the most important teachers in this environment and having faculty teach basic QI/PS is increasingly important as … Continue reading
Apply for Faculty Scholars Program in Integrative Health
The Faculty Scholars Program in Integrative Healthcare (FSP) is accepting applications from the university community for the 2013-14 academic year. All faculty, fellows and clinical or education training directors within the U-M community are invited to apply to this program. … Continue reading
Grief Week Tip – Tending to ourselves while caring for others who are dying
In order to provide and sustain exemplary care in high loss environments, it is essential for caregivers to have an immense desire to serve those who are dying and an awareness of their personal beliefs about dying, death and end … Continue reading
Posted in: IHP rss feed, Your Health & Wellness
From Fear to Faith – evolution of addiction treatment (May 28)
“From Fear to Faith” will be presented by James Balmer, Dawn Farm President; and Jason Schwartz, LMSW, CAADC; clinical director, Dawn Farm. In a difficult marketplace where many addiction treatment programs closed due to lack of resources, Dawn Farm expanded … Continue reading
Howard Markel named editor-in-chief of Milbank Quarterly journal
On Wednesday, the Milbank Memorial Fund announced that Howard Markel, M.D., Ph.D., will become editor-in-chief of The Milbank Quarterly on October 1, succeeding Bradford H. Gray, Ph.D., who has been editor since 2000. Announcing this appointment, Christopher F. Koller, who … Continue reading
Posted in: Accolades & Milestones, UMHS in the News
Venkat Keshamouni presents Immunology Research Seminar (May 29)
The Graduate Program in Immunology is pleased to present Venkat Keshamouni, Ph.D., assistant professor of Internal Medicine, Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care. He will present “TGFB-mediated Tumor Tolerance Mechanisms in Lung Cancer” from 12-1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29 … Continue reading
New material in the Clearinghouse by the Bariatric Surgery clinic
A new booklet titled “A Patient’s Guide to Bariatric Surgery”” has been added to the Clearinghouse by the Bariatric Surgery clinic. Colleen Buda, PA-C, Program Director of the Adult Bariatric Surgery Program recommends that primary-care and other clinicians provide the … Continue reading
Posted in: Clinical Care
Lab Coat Room holiday closure
In observance of Memorial Day the Lab Coat Room will be closed May 27 and will reopen On May 28 at noon. In case of an emergency, page 5003. Web Address: http://www.med.umich.edu/i/laundry/coatroom.htm
Posted in: Clinical Care
U-M teams up with St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor to create hospital unit for seniors
In a joint effort to improve health outcomes for the region’s older adult patient population, the University of Michigan Health System and St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor will collaborate to open a medical care unit specializing in geriatric care. The … Continue reading
Posted in: Clinical Care, Top Stories
U-M gastroenterologists earn nation’s top awards for care, leadership
AGA presents Chung Owyang, M.D., with its highest honor, Grace H. Elta, M.D., is distinguished clinician Each year, the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) recognizes several individuals for their outstanding contributions and achievements in gastroenterology through its esteemed recognition awards. On … Continue reading
Posted in: Accolades & Milestones, Announcements
Clinical Trial of the Year – U-M-led national seizure study wins national award
The Rapid Anticonvulsant Medication Prior to Arrival Trial (RAMPART), a national clinical trial led by a U-M physician, has earned recognition as “Trial of the Year” by the Society for Clinical Trials (SCT) as an important clinical trial that produced … Continue reading
Posted in: Accolades & Milestones, Announcements
Metabolism, Endocrinology & Diabetes Research Conference “Fellows Research Seminar” (May 24)
The lecture “Fellows Research Seminar” will be presented Friday, May 24 from 3-4 p.m. in Brehm Tower/Kellogg Eye Center, 5th floor, Cure Room #5050, 1000 Wall Street. The talk will feature Timothy Bodnar, M.D., fellow, Department of Internal Medicine, Division … Continue reading
Posted in: Announcements, Research Seminars and Events
Metabolism, Endocrinology & Diabetes Clinical Conference “Adrenocortical Carcinoma – Diagnosis and Disease Mapping” (May 24)
The lecture “Adrenocortical Carcinoma: Diagnosis and Disease Mapping – Practical Approach” will be presented on Friday, May 24 from 2-3 p.m. in Brehm Tower/Kellogg Eye Center, 5th floor, Cure Room #5050, 1000 Wall Street. The talk will feature Tobias Else, … Continue reading
Posted in: Announcements, Research Seminars and Events
Copenhagen expert to present “ICU patient diaries and follow up in Nordic countries” (May 28)
Ingrid Egerod, clinical specialist and professor at the Trauma Center at the Copenhagen University Rigshospitaliet and the University of Copenhagen will present her research, “ICU patient diaries and follow up in Nordic countries” on May 28. Her talk will begin … Continue reading
Posted in: Announcements, Research Seminars and Events
Eating the dead: Mechanisms of neuronal apoptosis and clearance during development of the PNS (May 29)
Bruce Carter, professor at Vanderbilt School of Medicine, Department of Biochemistry, will deliver the 2013 Distinguished Graduate Lectureship for the Department of Biological Chemistry on May 29. His lecture is titled: Eating the dead: Mechanisms of neuronal apoptosis and clearance … Continue reading
Posted in: Announcements, Research Seminars and Events
MHealthy offers golf fitness class
Do you want to become a better golfer? MHealthy’s Golf Fitness class not only teaches you the stretches and strengthening exercises you will need to become a better golfer, but you get four group sessions with a golf pro as … Continue reading
Celebration of Dr. Gradwohl’s life set for Thursday evening
All who knew Steven Gradwohl, M.D. as a physician, an educator, a colleague and a friend are invited to celebrate his life on Thursday evening, May 23, from 6-9 p.m. The memorial occasion will be held in the Rogel Ballroom … Continue reading
CRAO Office is moving this Friday
Please note that CRAO will be moving office locations this Friday, May 24. While we do not anticipate any significant impact, users may experience intermittent outages to phone availability during this time frame.Thank you for your patience!The CRAO Team Web … Continue reading
Posted in: Clinical & Translational Research
Pediatricians need new approach to emphasize the importance of child health research
U-M pediatrician says dwindling support for child, adolescent health research may be reversed by understanding connection to adult healthFor many pediatricians and child health advocates, the mantra that “children are not small adults,” is a rallying cry – a point … Continue reading
Posted in: Clinical & Translational Research
Hospitals’ cardiac arrest incidence and survival rates go hand in hand
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Hospitals with the highest rates of cardiac arrests tend to have the poorest survival rates for those cases, new University of Michigan Health System research shows. Meanwhile, hospitals that do the best job of preventing cardiac … Continue reading
Posted in: Clinical & Translational Research, Clinical Care
U-M Study – Does taking out kids’ tonsils improve their behavior?
For years, U-M sleep researchers have studied the link between children’s nighttime sleep and their daytime behavior – and the possibility that removing their tonsils to improve their breathing at night can also improve their daytime conduct. This afternoon, the … Continue reading
Posted in: Clinical & Translational Research
Less than two weeks left – Take the Employee Engagement Survey
The 2013 Employee Engagement Survey is open until May 31. Please take 10-15 minutes to complete it. So far, 35% of the UMHS population has taken the Employee Engagement Survey. Tell us what you think! Your department leadership and the … Continue reading
Posted in: CHP rss feed, Quality, Safety and Environment
Health System Headlines schedule for Memorial Day weekend
The Health System Headlines distribution schedule will be temporarily changed for the Memorial Day weekend.Thursday’s issue will be the last of this week. There will not be a headlines publication on Friday, May 24 or Monday, May 27. Please submit … Continue reading
Posted in: Computing & Technology
Parking changes coming this spring/summer – Alternative options offered for UMHS employees
As communicated earlier, several changes to UMHS employee parking will be implemented soon. These changes will displace a number of parking spaces. The good news is that alternate parking and transportation options are available and increased parking spots are on … Continue reading
Posted in: Getting Around
Grief Week Tip – Debriefing workshops acknowledge acute and sudden losses
During this time of reflecting on our experiences of grief within the Health System, many of us are focused on the impact a loss has on individuals. Naturally, we experience grief in our own way and an aspect of grieving … Continue reading
Posted in: Announcements, IHP rss feed, Your Health & Wellness
Brenda Mack: Mother, cancer survivor and good Samaritan
As a young wife and mother, Brenda Mack was diagnosed in 1986 with Stage 3 ovarian cancer, and her focus was on healing. Today, Brenda says her survivorship was a gift from God, and her focus is on offering thanks … Continue reading
Posted in: Announcements
Bacteria in our guts – Watch grad student Zackular explain their importance
Ever wonder how the bacteria in our guts are linked to disease? You can learn more in a video recently posted on YouTube by the American Society for Microbiology, featuring U-M Microbiology & Immunology graduate student Joe Zackular. Zackular, who … Continue reading
Posted in: Your Health & Wellness
Celebration of Dr. Gradwohl’s life set for Thursday evening
All who knew Steven Gradwohl, M.D. as a physician, an educator, a colleague and a friend are invited to celebrate his life on Thursday evening, May 23, from 6 to 9 p.m. The memorial occasion will be held in the … Continue reading
One in ten teens using “study drugs,” but parents aren’t paying attention
As high schoolers prepare for final exams, many teens may be tempted to get an academic edge with a so-called “study drug.” But in the latest C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health, just one in 100 parents … Continue reading
Posted in: Announcements, Clinical Care, UMHS in the News
UMHS telemedicine pioneer wins American Telemedicine Association President’s Award
Every year, the leading national eHealth organization, the American Telemedicine Association (ATA), presents awards that recognize substantial contributions made toward the advancement of telemedicine. The winner of the ATA’s 2013 President’s Award is Rashid L. Bashshur, Ph.D. who is the … Continue reading
Posted in: Accolades & Milestones, Announcements
Retirement reception for Ron Grams (May 29)
After 43 years of invaluable service, Ron Grams, ELS Specialist is retiring from UMHS at the end of this month. Ron started his UMHS career in the Pharmacy Department in 1970, went to Respiratory Therapy School and joined the Respiratory … Continue reading
Posted in: Accolades & Milestones, Announcements
The Joys of Grandparenting – Ann Arbor (June 8)
When you become a grandparent, there will be some surprises in store. Learn the latest trends in childcare, child-rearing practices, safety and much more. We’ll also discuss the joys (and challenges) of being a grandparent, how you can support your … Continue reading
Posted in: Announcements, Your Health & Wellness
Grief Week Tip – Coping with the death of a coworker
Most people spend more time with their coworkers than they do with their families. Workplaces often become communities of caring. Our lives intertwine as we travel through life together. We gather around marriages, birth of children and grandchildren, struggles, birthdays, … Continue reading
Posted in: Announcements, Your Health & Wellness
New eHealth/Telemedicine resource available for faculty and staff
The UMHS eHealth Center recently launched a departmental website for all UMHS departments, faculty and staff interested in starting, operating or evaluating telemedicine, telehealth and eHealth systems in clinical practice, patient or provider education, care management, and clinical decision support. … Continue reading
Posted in: Clinical Care, Computing & Technology
U-M Transplant Center performs 2000th liver transplant, young mom saved from acute liver failure
Marie Janus wasn’t supposed to get this sick. She was just 22 years old and had a newborn along with an active two-year-old.But the jaundice kept getting worse, her eyes and skin turning a bright yellow. After two weeks in … Continue reading
Posted in: Accolades & Milestones, Clinical Care, Top Stories
Take the Employee Engagement Survey today
A message from Doug Strong, CEO, U-M Hospitals and Health Centers, and James O. Woolliscroft, M.D., Dean, U-M Medical School We value the time you take to complete the Employee Engagement survey. Your input is important as we seek to … Continue reading
Posted in: Quality, Safety and Environment
Commonly used catheters double risk of blood clots in ICU and cancer patients, U-M study finds
U-M study finds peripherally inserted central catheters – an often preferred route for delivery of IV medications — increase risk of blood clots in sickest patientsTouted for safety, ease and patient convenience, peripherally inserted central catheters have become many clinicians’ … Continue reading
Posted in: Clinical & Translational Research
Vanpool needs rider for Canton, Livonia, Garden City or Westland area
This vanpool runs from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. in the University of Michigan area. There is a $25.00 monthly fee for those who join plus $35-43 for gas monthly. The maximum $68 a month saves you money and mileage … Continue reading
Posted in: Getting Around
Learn about stroke awareness at Towsley Link today
Stroke is a medical emergency. Every minute counts when someone is having a stroke. Learn how to recognize the symptoms of stroke and what you can do to improve the chances for a successful recovery. Stop by the Towsley Link … Continue reading
Grief and Gratitude – Families reflect on their care at U-M (May 24)
Grief Week concludes on Friday, May 24 with “Grief and Gratitude: Families reflect on our role in their loss.” The program takes place at 12 p.m. in the Danto Auditorium, CVC. Four families will discuss their experience with grief and … Continue reading
Grief Week continues today with Grief Relief – Looking for Laughter in the Midst of Loss
“Grief Relief: Looking for Laughter in the Midst of Loss” will be presented by Sister Susanne today at 12 p.m. in Ford Auditorium. Sister Susanne is a national speaker on a variety of topics and is a certified laughter leader … Continue reading
Take the Employee Engagement Survey today
A message from Doug Strong, CEO, U-M Hospitals and Health Centers, and James O. Woolliscroft, M.D., Dean, U-M Medical School We value the time you take to complete the Employee Engagement survey. Your input is important as we seek to … Continue reading
Posted in: Announcements, Quality, Safety and Environment
Grief Week tip – Honoring Grief
Grief can be so unwelcome. Yet it comes to each of us at some point in our lives. How we understand grief, its purpose and its benefits, will shape how we feel it. In fact, we may find it possible … Continue reading
Posted in: Your Health & Wellness
The day doctors began to conquer smallpox – Dr. Markel’s latest PBS column
In his latest column for the PBS Newshour, U-M medical historian Howard Markel takes a look at the history of smallpox vaccination, on the anniversary of the first attempt by Edward Jenner to inoculate a child against the deadly disease. … Continue reading
Posted in: UMHS in the News
Microbiology & Immunology Seminar to feature Christine Biron of Brown University (May 23)
Christine Biron, Ph.D., professor of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology at Brown University will present ”Deciphering Pathways Shaping NK Cell Responses during Viral Infections: Intrinsic Changes Regulating Cytokine Effects” on Thursday, May 23 at noon in North Lecture Hall.This session is … Continue reading
Posted in: Research Seminars and Events
What everyone needs to know about Autoimmune Disease (June 23)
This free conference, sponsored by the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association, is open to autoimmune patients, their families, healthcare providers, and the general public. It will be held on June 23, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the University … Continue reading
Posted in: Public Events
Vision Research Seminar featuring Wayne State’s Linda D. Hazlett (May 23)
A Vision Research Seminar featuring Linda D. Hazlett, Ph.D. will be held from noon – 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 23 in the 6th Floor Conference Room of Kellogg.Hazlett is a professor and chair of Anatomy & Cell Biology at … Continue reading
Posted in: Research Seminars and Events
Beloved doctor, medical educator killed in crash
A “physician’s physician” known for his devotion to high-quality patient care and training future physicians was killed Saturday following an automobile crash on Interstate 94. Steven E. Gradwohl, M.D., who had been on the Medical School faculty since 1994, was … Continue reading
Posted in: In Memoriam
Support Services employees: Take the Employee Engagement Survey in UH this week
Environmental Service Staff, Food & Nutrition Employees, Laundry, Maintenance, Materials Service Employees, Transportation and any other Support Service Employees are welcome to use one of 19 computers in UH2C – 228 to take the Employee Engagement Survey online. These employees … Continue reading
Posted in: Announcements
Accepting nominations for the 2013 Evan Newport Annual HOPE Award
Nominate an individual or team for the 2013 Annual Evan Newport HOPE Award. The award honors staff, faculty, students, and volunteers that demonstrate an on-going commitment to Patient & Family-Centered Care culture change. Web Address: http://www.mottchildren.org/mott-support-services/hope-awards
Posted in: Funding/Award Opportunities
167 newly minted doctors graduate from Medical School
The 163rd graduating class of the U-M Medical School officially became physicians on Friday, joining the ranks of nearly 20,000 alumni who came before them since the first class graduated in 1851. In a ceremony at Hill Auditorium, the 167 … Continue reading
Posted in: Accolades & Milestones, Education, Top Stories
Flint vanpool has immediate opening
If your work hours are between 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Flint vanpool has an opening for a rider/ driver. Average monthly gas cost is around $100. For more details, contact Kathy Warner at ktwarner@med.umich.edu.
Posted in: Getting Around
Grief Week kicks off today with Schwartz Rounds – The Creativity of Grief
Schwartz Rounds “The Creativity of Grief” will be held from noon-1 p.m. today in Ford Auditorium (CEU/CE’s available). Staff will share how they creatively cope with issues of loss through music, writing or other means. This event will kick off … Continue reading
Faculty and Staff Memorial Service in Danto Auditorium (May 22)
A UMHS faculty and staff memorial service is scheduled for Danto Auditorium, CVC from 8 – 9:30 a.m. and 5 – 6:30 p.m. this Wednesday, May 22. Opening remarks, readings and music will be followed by four stations designed to … Continue reading
Posted in: Events for Faculty, Staff and Students, IHP rss feed
Grief in the Workplace – Companioning Yourself as you Companion Patients, Families and Staff (May 23)
Keynote speaker Dr. Alan Wolfelt will present “Grief in the Workplace: Companioning Yourself as you Companion Patients, Families and Staff” in the Dow Auditorium from 8 – 10 a.m. and again from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. on May 23. Wolfelt … Continue reading
Posted in: Events for Faculty, Staff and Students
Gifts of Art presents Gospel Music by Willis Patterson (May 23)
Named for its founder and director Willis Patterson, an Ann Arbor native and U-M Professor Emeritus, the Willis Patterson Our Own Thing Chorale has performed for more than 30 years throughout Michigan and beyond. The chorale will perform on Thursday, … Continue reading
Posted in: Events for Faculty, Staff and Students, Public Events