e-Update
September
24, 2001
Weekly News Briefse-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
--Plans for President Donna E. Shalala's Inauguration Are in the Works
--Emergency Research Funds Available through UM Scientific Awards Committee
--Web Site Addresses Coming to Terms with Grief and Talking to Your
Kids
--Calendar Year 2001 Flexible Spending Claim Forms Available On-line
--NY, DC, and PA Relief Efforts Benefit When You Display Patriotic Spirit
--United Way Fundraiser Offers Great Rates on Cruise Vacations
--'Canes Volleyball Results Viewed on the Web at Hurricane Sports
--Upcoming Calendar Events
PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATION
SET FOR 8:30 A.M., NOVEMBER 2
The details of President
Shalala's inauguration are still being finalized, but here's a preview.
The inauguration ceremony will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, November
2, with a musical overture. A tent will be erected on the Coral Gables
campus green across from the Ritcher Library for the formal investiture
ceremony that will begin with a traditional academic procession composed
of the Faculty Senate, faculty members, alumni and student representatives,
and representatives from other colleges and universities. Following
this group will be a presidential procession that will include members
of the UM Board of Trustees and official representatives from each of
the University's schools and colleges. A musical program will be provided
by the University of Miami Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of
Thomas Sleeper. For more information check out the inauguration web
page at www.miami.edu/inaugural.
UM SCIENTIFIC AWARDS COMMITTEE
CAN PROVIDE FUNDING DURING EMERGENCY RESEARCH SITUATIONS
Keep in mind that
the Scientific Awards Committee (SAC) is a viable resource for emergency
research funds at the School of Medicine. In the near future, the SAC
hopes to expand its budget to allow generous awards for several research
initiatives, including providing funds to researchers on a hiatus in
grant funding, repairing or replacing broken equipment, acquiring new
equipment, and funding pilot projects of investigators who need to redirect
their research. For an application for funds from the SAC, contact Tessa
Boudreax in the Office or Research at 305-243-6415 or Gerhard Dahl,
M.D., SAC chair, at 305-243-5776.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE WEB
SITE OFFERS RESOURCES FOR DEALING WITH RECENT NATIONAL TRAGEDY
In the wake of a
tragedy, such as the September 11 terrorist attacks on America, many
people need extended emotional support and counseling. In addition,
parents may seek guidance in discussing the recent events with their
children. Recognizing these needs, the Employee Assistance Program has
established a web site to address the issues of "Coping with Disaster."
Some of the site's content includes normal reactions you can expect
to have following a crisis, as well as links to helpful resources on
children's issues, as they relate to terrorism, violence, grief, and
loss. Visit http://www.miami.edu/UMH/CDA/UMH_Main/1,1770,2441-1;10066-5,00.html
to learn more. Your EAP also is available to talk to you or your family
about emotional issues you are facing. Call 305-243-7676 to schedule
an appointment.
GO ON-LINE FOR CALENDAR
YEAR 2001 FLEXIBLE SPENDING REIMBURSEMENT CLAIM FORMS
Flexible Spending Medical
and Dependent Care Accounts reimbursement claim forms can be found online
by clicking http://www.miami.edu/benefits/pdf/flexform2001health.pdf
for health care reimbursement forms and http://www.miami.edu/benefits/pdf/flexform2001dep.pdf
for dependent care reimbursement forms. The 2001 claim reimbursement forms
must be submitted for reimbursement to: CoreSource, 6100 Fairview Road,
Suite 1000, Charlotte, NC 28210 (the address on the claim form). Forms
are also available through the Fax Warehouse, 284-1983. For questions
on calendar year 2001 flexible spending accounts, contact CoreSource at
1-800-327-5462, ext. 7494.
DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACOLOGY
HELPS YOU DISPLAY YOUR AMERICAN PRIDE
Proudly display
your red, white, and blue with a variety of patriotic symbols made by
the Department of Pharmacology. All proceeds will go to the United Way's
fund for relief efforts in New York City, Washington, D.C., and Pennsylvania.
Some of the items for sale include American flag pins, buttons, and
earrings, patriotic pictures for your car windows, and placemats. Look
for their table in front of the Rosenstiel building.
CRUISE THE CARIBBEAN SEAS
TO SUPPORT THE UNITED WAY OF MIAMI-DADE CAMPAIGN
Leave your work
woes behind and head to paradise on sea cruise to the Bahamas or Mexico
on a sea cruise to benefit the United Way. UM/Sylvester and Bascom Palmer
bring you great deals on these getaway vacations. You can choose a three-
or four-day itinerary to set sail this January, and prices start at
only $96 per day. Reservations are due by October 14, with payment in
full due by November 7. For more information or to plan your sea cruise
vacation, call Sue Radcliffe at 305-243-3663 or Susan Pritchard at 305-326-6325.
VISIT HURRICANES WEB SITE
FOR UM VOLLEYBALL LATEST MATCH RESULTS
To view results
of the Hurricane Volleyball team's recent match-ups against Jacksonville
and Middle Tennessee State, visit http://hurricanesports.fansonly.com/sports/w-volley/mifl-w-volley-body.html.
The Hurricanes hit the road this week, on the way to a match with Florida
Memorial on September 28. For more information on Hurricanes Volleyball,
call 800-GO-CANES.
QUESTIONS ABOUT
COMPLIANCE?
TWO UM HELPLINES CAN ASSIST YOU
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. 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 compliance
hotline at 866-YOURCALL.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
FIND ANSWERS TO YOUR FINANCIAL QUESTIONS AT TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING
SESSION
Representatives
from TIAA-CREF will be at the medical campus to conduct individual financial
counseling sessions on September 25 and 28, at the Dominion Parking
Garage, Suite 155. Experts will offer guidance in reaching your financial
goals, including information on creating an investment plan, and understanding
investment options. Availability is limited, so call 877-267-4510 or
visit http://www.tiaa-cref.org/moc
to schedule your appointment.
HUMAN RESEARCH SUBJECTS
ARE TOPIC OF WEEKLY SEMINARS
A program of weekly
small-group seminars on topics that pertain to the protection of human
subjects in research continues September 25, with "NBAC - Recommendations,"
presented by Arturo Brito, M.D, assistant professor of pediatrics and
coordinator of the Pediatric Mobile Clinic, noon to 1 p.m., at the Mailman
Center for Child Development, Room 3023. Future seminars continue through
November, featuring such topics as standards of care and HIV. The full
calendar of seminars may be viewed at http://www.miami.edu/research/lectureseries.
For more information or to register for any of these weekly seminars,
call Katherine Morales at 305-243-2311 or e-mail kmorales@med.miami.edu.
DISCOVER THE BENEFITS OF
UM'S NEW ASSET MANAGED MAINTENANCE PROGRAM WITH FISHER CONSULTING
The Medical Purchasing
Department will conduct a presentation to demonstrate the benefits of
the University's new partnership with Fisher Consulting Services, which
will provide opportunities of reduced cost for equipment maintenance,
high-quality service, and lower operating expenses. Two sessions of
the presentation will be held October 1, at 10 a.m. and again at 2 p.m.,
in the Diagnostic Treatment Center, Room 254. For more information,
contact dlawrence@med.miami.edu
or call Medical Purchasing at 305-243-3666.
SEMINAR WILL TEACH YOU
HOW TO USE TIME TO YOUR BEST ADVANTAGE
Organize and prioritize
with the Employee Assistance Program at "Time Management," presented
October 2, noon to 1:30 p.m., at the Dominion Parking Garage, Suite
155. Participants will learn how to set goals, identify time wasters,
make decisive choices, and more. For information or to register, call
the EAP at 305-284-6604.
QUIET YOUR MIND AND SOOTHE
YOUR HEART FOR A GOOD CAUSE AT UMHC YOGA CLASSES
The University of Miami
Hospital and Clinics invites you to stretch your way to a calm and stress-free
state of mind with yoga classes to benefit the United Way. There are many classes
to choose from, including multiple locations around the medical center. For
convenience to anyone who wants to attend, classes will be held at UM/Sylvester,
the Mailman Center, the Ortho Rehab Auditorium, and the Winn Dixie Hope Lodge.
Classes begin October 4 and run through November. Each installment is $5 and
you also can purchase a 10-class pass for $50. Call Sue Radcliffe, UMHC's United
Way Ambassador at 305-243-3663 for a schedule of classes and registration information.
LEARN TO ASSERT YOURSELF
AT EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE SEMINAR ON GABLES CAMPUS
Do you have trouble
getting your voice heard? The Employee Assistance Program can help with
"Assertiveness Training," a two-part course to be held on the University
of Miami's Coral Gables campus, beginning October 4, 2 to 4 p.m., in
the Max Orovitz Building, Room 139. Learn to identify your style of
communication, techniques for assertiveness, and more. The second installment
of the program will be held October 11, same place and time. For more
information or to register, call 305-284-6604.
ANNUAL EXTREME ETHICS CONFERENCE
TO ADDRESS CHALLENGES IN EPIDEMIOLOGY
The Ethics Programs
of the University of Miami present "Extreme Ethics: Unusually Difficult
Challenges in Epidemiology and Human Subjects Research," October 18
ñ 20, at the Sheraton Biscayne Bay Hotel in Miami. The conference will
feature a one-day workshop on IRB standards, followed by a two-day program
to include topics like ethics and bioinformatics, research in genetically
isolated communities, and scientists as social advocates, among others.
The program will include lectures and interactive roundtable discussions.
Continuing education credits will be available for physicians, nurses,
and psychologists. For more information or to register, call the Ethics
Programs at 305-243-5723, e-mail ethics@miami.edu,
or visit http://www.miami.edu/ethics.
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