--Go Online to View Medical Campus Holiday Vacation and Maintenance Schedules
--Research Leadership Office Calls for Scientific Advancement Fellowship Applicants
--Hospital Preparedness and Bioterrorism Round Out Dean’s Lecture Series on Terrorism
--Make Peace of Mind Your Present with Gift Certificates for Yoga at UM/Sylvester
--Acupuncture Clinic Offers Therapy Treatments to Relieve Stress and Other Ailments
--Quit Smoking and Go on a Dream Vacation with All the Money You’ll Save
--Upcoming Calendar Events

MEDICAL AND CORAL GABLES CAMPUS
HOLIDAY SCHEDULES POSTED ON-LINE

Visit http://www.miami.edu/UMH/CDA/UMH_Main/1,1770,4074-1;11024-2,00.html for an announcement of the December 2001 holidays and work days, as well as the 2002 University holiday schedules. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view these schedules. If Adobe Acrobat Reader is not already installed on your computer, you can download it for free at http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html. Also, remember that as of the close of business on December 21, the School of Medicine will be implementing the Non-Clinical Program Winter Holiday Schedule through the beginning of the business day, Wednesday, January 2, 2001.

APPLY NOW FOR FELLOWSHIPS WITH THE AMERICAN
ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCIENCE

The Executive Office of Research Leadership announces opportunities for fellowships with the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Fellowship recipients will help shape policy in Washington, D.C., gaining unique experience in participatory public policy through one-year assignments involving domestic and international science policy issues in Congress and several executive branch agencies. Stipends begin at $55,000. Interested applicants must be U.S. citizens with a Ph.D. or an equivalent doctoral-level degree in any physical, biological, or social science; any field of engineering; or a relevant disciplinary field. Eligible applicants also include those who hold a master’s degree in engineering and have at least three years of post-degree professional experience. Applications are due by January 10, 2002. For more information and application instructions, visit http://www.fellowships.aaas.org, call 202-326-6700; or e-mail science_policy@aaas.org.

CME SERIES ON TERRORISM CONCLUDES THIS WEEK
WITH LECTURES ON PREPAREDNESS AND BIOTERRORISM

The Dean’s Lecture Series focusing on Terrorism: Weapons of Mass Destruction, sponsored by the Division of Continuing Medical Education, continues this week with “Hospital Preparedness for Mass Casualties – From Triage to ICU” on Tuesday, December 18; and "An Assessment of Bioterrorism in the United States," on Wednesday, December 19. “Hospital Preparedness for Mass Casualties” will be presented by Mauricio Lynn, M.D., assistant professor in the Division of Trauma and Surgical Critical Care. He will speak on December 18, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., in the Rosenstiel Building, fourth floor auditorium. Richard S. Weisman, Pharm.D., associate research professor of pediatrics and coordinator of Jackson’s Weapons of Mass Destruction Program; and Abdul Memon, M.D., associate professor in the Division of Emergency Medicine and chairman for the medical advisory board of Jackson’s Weapons of Massive Destruction Response Plan, will present “An Assessment of Bioterrorism in the United States,” December 19, 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.

GIVE THE GIFTS OF HEALTH AND
HARMONY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

Gift certificates for hatha yoga classes are now available. You can purchase certificates in the amounts of $10, $20, $30, $40, or $50. Classes are held on the medical campus and are open to employees, as well as friends and family. Valet parking will be validated at UM/Sylvester for non-employees attending the classes. To order gift certificates or to sign up for a class yourself, e-mail vrobles@med.miami.edu or call Sue Radcliffe at 305-243-3663.

TRY ACUPUNCTURE THERAPY
FOR RELIEF FROM HOLIDAY STRESS

Feeling stressed out? Did you know that acupuncture therapy can help you relax, boost your energy levels, and promote overall well-being? The School of Medicine houses this service at the General Acupuncture Research and Training Clinic, where a full-time licensed acupuncturist is on the faculty. The clinic is located at the Dominion Tower, Suite 407. Call University Behavioral Health at 305-243-7270 for details on plan coverage, or call 305-243-2172 to make an appointment.

KICK THE HABIT THIS SPRING: START
SAVING YOUR MONEY AND YOUR HEALTH

Did you know that the average pack-a-day smoker spends almost $1100 per year on cigarettes? How about quitting the habit and using that money to take the vacation of your dreams or pampering yourself at a local spa? The Department of Wellness and Recreation offers another installment of its Smoking Cessation Program, beginning January 30. The program is geared toward anyone ready to stop smoking and “kick the habit.” Classes are free for all UM insurance holders. Call Jennifer Pinto at 305-243-3209 for details.

HELP THE MARINES GATHER TOYS FOR TOTS AND RECEIVE
REDUCED PRICE FOR WWF TICKETS AT WEDNESDAY’S GAME

The UM Department of Athletics is teaming up with the U.S. Armed Forces to collect unwrapped toys for the Marines’ Toys for Tots program. Bring an unwrapped toy to the Miami Arena on December 18 and receive a special discounted ticket to watch the Hurricanes face off against the FAMU Rattlers. Tip-off is 7:30 p.m. Save your ticket stub from the December 18 game, and you also will be eligible for reduced price on tickets to the World Wrestling Federation’s Holiday Edition of WWF Raw at the Miami Arena, scheduled for December 21. Simply show your stub at the box office or call 305-358-5885 for details on the offer. Call 1-800-GO-CANES for more information on Hurricane Athletics.

HURRICANES ATHLETICS OFFERS “PICK N ROLL”
PACKAGE FOR 2001-2002 MEN’S BASKETBALL TICKETS

Watch the Hurricanes make a run for the NCAA basketball tournament this year with a Big East Pick n Roll mini-plan package for the 2001-2001 season. The package is $80 and includes tickets to any five Big East Conference games the Canes play at home. Seats will be located in the lower-bowl sidecourt sections of the Miami Arena. You can purchase your Pick n Roll package at the UM Ticket Office, located at the Hecht Athletic Center of the Gables campus. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. Call 1-800-GO-CANES for further details.

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 18, with "HIPAA," presented by Mike Novo, J.D., assistant general counsel, noon to 1 p.m., at the Mailman Center, Room 3023. This is the last seminar for 2001. Beginning January 15, more seminars will be scheduled, featuring such topics as UM Internal Audit Procedures. 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.

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 – 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.

CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSE TEACHES
THE ART AND SCIENCE OF ACUPUNCTURE

Physicians will learn to integrate advanced concepts of acupuncture into healthcare practice and gain proficiency in this discipline at "The Art and Science of Acupuncture," beginning January 12, with classes continuing through May. Classes will be held at the Sieron Building on the medical campus, 1425 N.W. 10th Avenue. Participants can attend as many of the course installments as they wish. Tuition remission is available for University of Miami employees. For other attendants, the complete series fee is $2,600, including required materials. Single installments are $225 each. Continuing Medical Education credit hours will be earned. To register or for more information, call 305-243-2178.

CME CONFERENCE TO EXPLORE CURRENT
AND FUTURE PEDIATRICS PRACTICES

Registrations are now being accepted for the 11th annual Masters of Pediatrics Conference, sponsored by the Departments of Pediatrics and Dermatology.  The symposium will explore topics in general pediatrics, pediatric dermatology, and pediatric pulmonology and allergy.  Many internationally renowned speakers and School of Medicine faculty will present lectures, and this year's keynote address, entitled "Children's Health Care 2002 and Beyond," will be delivered by UM President Donna E. Shalala.  The conference will be held January 16 - 21, at the Wyndham Miami Beach Resort.  A number of educational tracks are available to all UM faculty, staff, and students.  CME and CEU credits also will be available.  For more information or to register, call 305-243-3992, e-mail tsampson@miami.edu, or visit http://mastersofpediatrics.com.

DISCOVER LATEST IN ADVANCES FOR TREATING
NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS AT CME SYMPOSIUM

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.