e-Update
October 29, 2002
Weekly News Briefs
e-Update is distributed
weekly to keep faculty and staff at the University of Miami School of Medicine
up-to-date on news at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center.
To submit news for publication, e-mail items to update@med.miami.edu.
THIS WEEK'S NEWS
--Governor’s
Task Force on Medical Liability Insurance Meets on Campus
--UMMG Training Workshops to Teach Skills for Service Delivery
--Open Enrollment for Benefits Plan Changes Continues through November 8
--Anniversary Celebration Hits Full Stride with Faculty/Staff Picnic
--Ghouls, Goblins, and Goodies Benefit United Way this Halloween
--Give Thanks for Good Health at “Adopt a Smoker” Turkey Luncheon
--Savings Are in Sight When You Join Bascom Palmer’s 20/20 Vision Club
--Upcoming Calendar Events
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI TO HOST GOVERNOR'S SELECT
TASK FORCE ON MEDICAL LIABILITY INSURANCE
The University of Miami is hosting the Governor's Select Task Force on Medical
Liability Insurance next Monday at the School of Medicine's Lois Pope LIFE Center.
The task force was created by Governor Jeb Bush to analyze the issues related
to medical liability insurance and to provide recommendations for his review.
President Donna E. Shalala is a member of the task force. The task force meets
Monday, November 4, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., in the James A. Batten Apex Center and
Auditorium, located on the seventh floor of the Lois Pope LIFE Center. It is
open to the public.
UMMG INITIATIVE TO IMPROVE PATIENT
SERVICE IN FACULTY PRACTICE CLINICS
Customer service moves to the forefront this fall with training workshops in
Skills for Service Delivery for School of Medicine employees. With an eye on
improving service in the School of Medicine’s clinical practice, the University
of Miami Medical Group (UMMG) has appointed select faculty members and administrators
to serve as the Ambassador Training Corps, teaching the skills necessary for
delivering good service. Employees will receive invitations to these mandatory
training sessions in the coming weeks. The goal is to include faculty and staff
from several different departments in each class session. Service training is
just one of seven components in the UMMG Service Initiative, as identified by
a consulting team after site visits, interviews, focus groups, and other assessments.
The other components are leadership commitment, communication and change, management
plan, integration with human resources, revenue cycle processes, service standards,
and service recovery. If you have any questions, contact Helen Scarr at 305-243-7240
or Wanda Mella at 305-243-2368.
MAKE CHANGES TO YOUR EMPLOYEE
BENEFITS DURING 2003 OPEN ENROLLMENT
Open Enrollment for the 2003 calendar year ends Friday, November 8. This is
your last opportunity to review your current benefits information and make any
changes. Open Enrollment can only be completed on-line through “Your Benefits
Link” at http://www.benefits.miami.edu.
You will need a Personal Identification Number (PIN) to log on. If you do not
have a PIN, or forgot it, log on by using the Net Pay figure from your most
recent paycheck.
FACULTY AND STAFF ARE GUESTS OF
HONOR AT ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Save the date for your chance to take part in the festivities commemorating
the School of Medicine’s 50th anniversary. A special luncheon to thank
medical school faculty and staff for their contributions is scheduled for November
20, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the Schoninger Research Quadrangle. Keep an eye out
for further details to come.
CAMPUS CHILLS AND THRILLS THIS
HALLOWEEN WILL BENEFIT UNITED WAY
Do you dare enter the Nightmare Forest? The Physician Referral Office invites
only the bravest souls to its annual haunted house. Admission is $1, and proceeds
benefit the United Way. Enter at your own risk on Halloween, October 31, from
9 to 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Physician Referral Office is located
in the Park Plaza West breezeway, next to the credit union. For more information
call 305-243-6093. You’ll also find treats—but no tricks—at
a Halloween Bake Sale presented by the Department of Family Medicine and Community
Health. Delicious baked goods, sodas, and fresh coffee will be available from
9 a.m. to noon, in front of the Highland Professional Building and Jackson Credit
Union, 1801 NW 9th Ave. All sale proceeds will benefit the United Way.
QUIT COLD TURKEY AND
GET A HOT TURKEY LUNCH
Need to quit smoking or know someone who does? The Department of Wellness and
Recreation is hosting a series of luncheons during the week of November 17,
in preparation for the annual Great American Smokeout. “Adopt a smoker,”
and help him or her commit to quit. You and your adopted friend will be honored
at a special luncheon featuring a hot turkey meal with all the trimmings. During
the luncheon, receive tips for quitting, a Quit Kit, and learn about UM's six-week
BeSmokeFree smoking cessation program. For more information or to register,
contact Jennifer Pinto at 305-243-3209 or jpinto@miami.edu
by November 15.
EYEWEAR SAVINGS CAN BE YOURS WITH
BASCOM PALMER’S 20/20 VISION CLUB
Optical Services at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute offers exclusive membership
to the new 20/20 Vision Club for UM/Jackson employees, students, and immediate
family members. All club members pay only $20 for lenses (single-vision
or bifocal) and $20 for frames. In addition, club members enjoy 50 percent
discounts on specialty lenses and designer frames. For more information or to
schedule an appointment, call 305-326-6092. The clinic is located on the first
floor of the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute.
QUESTIONS ABOUT COMPLIANCE?
TWO UM HELPLINES CAN ASSIST YOU
Research integrity concerns? Report concerns regarding research integrity and
adherence to federal or University regulations directly to the Office of the
Vice Provost for Research at 305-243-6415, or you can call the University's
toll-free, anonymous compliance hotline at 866-YOURCALL. Medicare and billing
concerns? Address questions to Third Party Reimbursement/Office of Compliance
at 305-243-HELP or 877-415-HELP. For information about this helpline or training
programs offered by the compliance office, contact Gemma Romillo at 305-243-5842.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
IRB TRAINING AND ISSUES
ADDRESSED AT WEEKLY SEMINARS
A program of weekly small-group seminars on topics that pertain to the Institutional
Review Board and research continues October 29, with "IRB: Responsibilities
of the PI, Part II," presented by Roberto Dominguez, M.D., chair of Medical
Sciences Subcommittee “B,” noon to 1 p.m., at the Mailman Center,
Room 3023. Future seminars in this series continue through November. The
schedule can be viewed at http://www.miami.edu/UMH/CDA/UMH_Main/1,1770,15190-1;15332-3,00.html.
For more information or to register, call Katherine Morales at 305-243-2311
or e-mail kmorales@med.miami.edu.
RSVP is required. You also can register on-line when you visit http://www.miami.edu/UMH/CDA/UMH_Main/1,1770,15190-1;16137-3,00.html.
WOMEN’S CANCER ISSUES AND MORE
ADDRESSED AT ASK THE EXPERTS WORKSHOP
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Courtelis Center for Psychosocial
Oncology presents a one-day workshop on “Breast and Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis
and Treatment Issues: A Partial Focus on Effects of Hormone Replacement Therapy”
on October 29, in Sylvester Conference Room 1301. School of Medicine experts
will address a broad range of topics, including psychosocial issues of women
with cancer, genetic research, early detection, treatment advances, and more.
Six contact hours will be provided for nurses, LCSW, LMHC, and LMFT. The cost
to attend is $10, and pre-registration is required. Breakfast and lunch will
be provided. For more information or to register, contact Fariba Ostovary at
305-243-4274 or fostovar@med.miami.edu.
MEET WITH TIAA-CREF REPRESENTATIVES
TO ANSWER YOUR FINANCIAL QUESTIONS
A representative from TIAA-CREF will be at the Professional Development and
Training Office, Dominion Parking Garage, Suite 155, on October 30 to conduct
individual financial counseling sessions. To schedule an appointment, call 877-267-4510
or visit http://www.tiaa-cref.org/moc.
ONCOLOGY WORKSHOP TO ADDRESS
GYNECOLOGIC MALIGNANCIES
The HIM/Oncology Data Center at Jackson Memorial Hospital presents “FCRA
Oncology Workshop on GYN Malignancies,” November 1, 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.,
in the Diagnostic Treatment Center, Room 252. AHIMA, NCRA, nursing, and radiology
continuing education (CE) credits for 4.5 hours have been granted. You must
RSVP by October 25 to reserve your space. Contact Lizette Acosta at 305-585-6618,
extension 2, or lacosta2@um-jmh.org.
CANES TAKE ON ST. JOHN’S AND UCONN
IN VOLLEYBALL MATCHUPS THIS WEEKEND
Off to its best start in school history, the Canes Volleyball team is back in
action this weekend as UM hosts the Red Storm of St. John's University on November
1, 7 p.m., and the University of Connecticut on November 3, 2 p.m. Both games
will be played at the Knight Sports Complex. For more information or to purchase
tickets, call 800-GO-CANES.
UM/SYLVESTER EGOZI LECTURE OFFERS
PRESENTATION ON HEPATIC CHEMOEMBOLIZATION
The Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center presents the third annual Egozi Memorial
Lecture on November 8, noon to 1 p.m., in Sylvester Conference Room 1301. This
event honors the late Miami businessman David Egozi, and serves to provide information
on new therapies, particularly radiolabelled octreotide. Distinguished guest
lecturer Timothy W.I. Clark, M.D., assistant professor of radiology and surgery
at the University of Pennsylvania, will discuss "Hepatic Chemoembolization."
All faculty and staff are invited to attend. For additional information, contact
Abby Walker at 305-243-1046 or abby@miami.edu.
GERIATRIC TRAINING COURSE PROVIDES
CREDIT HOURS FOR PHARMACISTS
The Miami Geriatric Education Center (MAGEC) offers pharmacists an opportunity
to earn 15 hours general CE credit from the Florida Board of Pharmacy, including
credit in HIV/AIDS and Medication Errors. This course is presented as
part B of MAGEC's “Intensive Geriatric Training,” to be held November
9 and 10 at the Miami VA Medical Center. To register or obtain more information,
call MAGEC at 305-243-6270 or visit www.miami.edu/magec.
One-day registration is $75; registration for both days is $130 and includes
breakfast and lunch.
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