--School's 50th Anniversary Committee Calls for Your Contributions and Memorabilia
--Grant from OSI Will Help Family Medicine Establish Residency Training in Haiti
--Specialists from Tufts University Join Bascom Palmer to Head Specialty Divisions
--CME Lectures Address Viral Agents and Psychological Responses to Terrorism
--Security Department Offers Guidelines for Assuring Personal Safety at Medical Center
--Win a Lunch with President Shalala through Raffle to Benefit United Way
--Upcoming Calendar Events

ANNIVERSARY COMMITTEE CONVENED TO CELEBRATE
SCHOOL OF MEDICINE'S UPCOMING BIRTHDAY

Plans are underway for the 50th anniversary of the School of Medicine, scheduled to begin in fall 2002. A special committee has been formed to organize the anniversary activities, and includes John G. Clarkson, M.D.; Bernard Fogel, M.D.; Richard Bookman, Ph.D.; Bill Cleveland, M.D.; Eddie Dauer, M.D.; Debra Durant; Larry Fishman, M.D.; Henry Lemkau, Esq.; Jerry Lewis; Jeff Newton; Don Temple, M.D; and Bill Whelan, M.D. Historical research for the event is already underway, with writer Steve Sikes and archivist Doris Silver gathering materials for an overview of the medical school's first 50 years that will be featured on an upcoming web site and special publication. Do you have any special historical anecdotes or photos you would like to contribute? Be a part of the anniversary research process by searching your own personal archives for School of Medicine memories. To submit any historical material, e-mail the anniversary committee at 50thAnniversary@med.miami.edu.

FAMILY MEDICINE AWARDED GRANT TO ESTABLISH
RESIDENCY PROGRAM AT RENOWNED HAITI HOSPITAL

The Department of Family Medicine and Community Health was recently awarded a $1.2 million grant from the OSI Development Foundation to establish a family medicine residency training program in Haiti. The project, under the direction of Michel Dodard, M.D., associate professor of family medicine and community health, will train Haitian medical graduates in family and community medicine at the Albert Schweitzer Hospital and its affiliated community health centers. The program will be the first of its kind at the hospital. Dr. Dodard, along with Arthur Fournier, M.D., professor and vice chair for community health; and Andre Vulcain, M.D., assistant professor of family medicine and community health, will train the program's teachers and will provide academic oversight.

CME SERIES ON TERRORISM CONTINUES WITH LECTURES
ON VIRAL AGENTS AND PSYCHOLOGICAL RESPONSES

The Dean's Lecture Series focusing on Terrorism: Weapons of Mass Destruction, sponsored by the Division of Continuing Medical Education, continues this week with "Recognition and Management of Viral Agents" on Tuesday, December 4; and "Unmasking the Illusion of Safety; Psychological Responses to Disaster and Terrorism" on Wednesday, December 5. "Recognition and Management of Viral Agents" will be presented by Gio Baracco, M.D., assistant professor of medicine, who will discuss smallpox, Venezuelan equine encephalitis, viral hemorrhagic fevers, and yellow fever. He will speak on December 4, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., in the Rosenstiel Building, third floor auditorium. Jon Shaw, M.D., professor and director of child and adolescent psychiatry, will present "Unmasking the Illusion of Safety," December 5, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., in the Rosenstiel Building, fifth floor auditorium. AMA PRA Category 1 credit will be available for each live session. For faculty unable to attend a particular session, videotapes will be available at the Calder Library. For additional information and a full schedule of lectures, visit http://cme.med.miami.edu, or call 305-243-6716. Stay tuned to e-Update for details on upcoming presentations.

PERSONAL SAFETY AND SECURITY ARE A
TEAM EFFORT AT THE MEDICAL CENTER

The School of Medicine, and particularly its public safety officers, takes every precaution to ensure the safety and security of employees and visitors at the medical center. Significant efforts are put forth to ensure your safety and well-being in buildings, parking garages, parking lots, and pedestrian areas within the medical center's perimeter. Employees and visitors are encouraged to take an active role in ensuring their own safety and to be aware of their surroundings at all times. For instance, walking or parking in areas outside the physical boundaries of the campus should be avoided. These areas are not within the jurisdiction of the University's officers, and less is known about crime patterns and frequencies of patrol by City of Miami police officers. Walking to and from these areas puts you at greater risk. Also leaving purses, briefcases, and other valuables unsecured is not advised. As the holiday season approaches, theft usually becomes more prevalent. For more information on what you can do to help ensure your safety and security, please visit the Department of Security's web site at http://ihs.med.miami.edu/security/security.htm.

RENOWNED OPTHALMOLOGISTS APPOINTED
SPECIALTY DIRECTORS AT BASCOM PALMER

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute recently welcomed two new leaders in ophthalmology. Craig A. McKeown, M.D., joins the School of Medicine as associate professor and director of the Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Service at Bascom Palmer. His most recent posts included academic appointments at Harvard University and Tufts University medical schools and director of pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus service at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary and the New England Eye Center. Yunhee Lee, M.D., M.P.H., has been appointed assistant professor and director of refractive surgery at Bascom Palmer of the Palm Beaches. She also will see patients at the UM/Jackson facility. Dr. Lee also hails most recently from the New England Eye Center at Tufts University School of Medicine.

CONTROLLER'S OFFICE GIVES YOU THE
CHANCE TO LUNCH WITH THE PRESIDENT

One lucky student, faculty member, and administrator/staffer will win lunch with UM President Donna E. Shalala on January 25. Tickets for this special raffle are available for a suggested donation of $1 at the Controller's Office, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., in Mental Health Building, third floor; or call Lisa at 305-243-4493. All proceeds will benefit the United Way.

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!

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 December 4, with "Tissue Banks," presented by Mehrdad Nadji, M.D., professor of pathology, noon to 1 p.m., at the Mailman Center, Room 3023. Future seminars continue through December, featuring such topics as pregnant women as subjects. 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. RSVP is required.

COURSE ON OCCUPATIONAL
THERAPY PRESENTED BY MAGEC

The Miami Area Geriatric Education Center (MAGEC) offers a course on occupational therapy for health professionals to earn continuing education credits (CEUs). The remaining course sessions will be held December 4 and December 11. CEUs can be earned at these classes. UM/Jackson employees are eligible for reduced prices, and a group rate is offered for three or more participants. For time and location information and to register, call MAGEC at 305-243-6270 or visit http://www.miami.edu/magec.

EMPLOYER SUPPORT SOLUTIONS PRESENTS
INFORMATIONAL COURSE ON ESTATE PLANNING

Find out the latest developments in estate tax and the sunset provision at "Estate Planning Basics," a seminar presented by Employer Support Solutions (ESS), December 6, noon to 2 p.m., in the Dominion Parking Garage, Suite 155. In addition to helping you understand the new tax law, ESS representatives also will teach you timely information on bloodline, asset, divorce, and bankruptcy protection. The course will cover a range of topics, from the mechanics of basic legal documents to advanced planning techniques. For more information or to register, call Professional Development at 305-243-3090 or visit http://www.miami.edu/development-training.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE COURSE OFFERS PROBLEM-
SOLVING TECHNIQUES FOR WORKPLACE CONFLICTS

Sometimes the personal differences that make you unique can present sources of conflict in workplace relationships. Learn to identify these potential hazards and ways to resolve them at "Mediation in the Workplace," a seminar presented by the Employee Assistance Program, December 7, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in the Dominion Parking Garage, Suite 155. To register, call the Office of Professional Development at 305-243-3090.

MIAMI PROJECT TAKES YOU TO THE
RACES FOR A DAY OF FREE FAMILY FUN

You're invited to the Calder Race Course for free admission to the Grand Slam II - Thoroughbred Racing event, December 29. For every free clubhouse admission ticket redeemed, the Calder Race Course will donate $5 to The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis in support of research on treatment of paralysis and spinal cord injury. Bring the family for a day of fun ñ free games, pony rides, and a petting zoo will be available for the kids. To pick up your free admission tickets, visit the Lois Pope LIFE Center, second floor reception, or call 305-243-6001.

CME SYMPOSIUM OFFERS LATEST IN ADVANCES
FOR TREATING NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS

The Division of Continuing Medical Education is now accepting registration for "Neurological Update 2002," an upcoming program designed to provide clinicians with the most recent developments in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders. The symposium will be held January 30 - February 2, at the Radisson Deauville Resort in Miami Beach. For more information or to register, call 305-243-6716, e-mail umcme@med.miami.edu, or visit http://cme.med.miami.edu.