--Workshop to Address Procedures of Faculty Applications for Promotion and Tenure
--Review Practice Standards for Test Results and Referrals with UMMG Series
--UM Researchers Mark 15th Anniversary of FDA Approval of AIDS Drug AZT
--PowerPoint Presentations Are Made Easy with New Service from Web Development
--Human Resources Revises Clearance Checklist Form for Employee Termination
--Cards Featuring Children's Art Collection at Mailman Center Now Available
--Go On-Line for Latest University Commencement Details
--Upcoming Calendar Events

LEADERSHIP PRESENTS IMPORTANT WORKSHOP FOR
FACULTY INTERESTED IN PROMOTION OR TENURE
All faculty and others interested in the Appointment, Promotion and Tenure (APT) process at the University of Miami School of Medicine are invited to join Dean John G. Clarkson, Faculty Senate Chair Steven Green, leaders of the APT Committee, and others for a workshop entitled "Policies and Procedures for Promotion and Tenure." The workshop will be held Friday, March 22, 4 p.m., in the Mailman Center eighth floor auditorium, and will provide an opportunity for attendees to learn about faculty promotion and tenure, as well as the chance to interact with individuals involved in the decision-making process. This workshop is essential to faculty who will seek promotion and/or tenure in the next few years and to senior faculty who will vote on these actions and provide advice to colleagues. The event also will benefit staff members who have administrative responsibilities related to these matters.

CLINICAL PRACTICE STANDARDS SERIES CONTINUES
WITH GUIDES ON TEST RESULTS AND REFERRALS
Take note of the following review of turnaround time for patient test results and guidelines for referrals and authorizations, according to the Professional Practice and Patient Access Standards outlined by the University of Miami Medical Group (UMMG). Turnaround of Test Results: Every effort will be made to report all UMMG ancillary test results within 24 hours of the exam. Pertinent or significant abnormal findings should be communicated to the ordering UMMG physician or designee as soon as they are known. The ordering physician should provide information on how he/she can be contacted. Referral and Authorizations: Referral and authorization number information must be obtained for patients covered by a managed care (HMO) organization prior to rendering medical services. If problems are encountered with obtaining referral or authorization numbers, contact the department/division administrator. For questions on physician compliance with these standards, contact Dr. Alan Livingstone at 305-585-1284. For staff compliance issues, contact Minor Anderson at 305-243-7100.

DR. MARGARET FISCHL AND COLLEAGUES MARK
15TH ANNIVERSARY OF FIRST AIDS TREATMENT
This week marks the 15th anniversary of the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) approval of AZT, the world's first AIDS drug. Margaret Fischl, M.D., professor of medicine and director of UM's AIDS Clinical Research Unit, played a major role in the establishment of AZT as treatment for the disease, which was perceived as a death sentence before the success of drugs like AZT. Dr. Fischl was an original investigator of AZT and was the lead author on the study report that led to its approval by the FDA on March 19, 1987. She also was a pioneer in the study of protease inhibitors, valuable ingredients in the "AIDS cocktails" used today, together with AZT. For more information on AZT's history and UM faculty contributions to HIV/AIDS therapies, visit http://www.med.miami.edu/medical-pr/news/view.asp?id=56.

CREATE POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONS
WITH EASE THROUGH WEB GROUP SERVICE
The Web Development Group, at the request of the Dean's Office, has created a valuable resource to help faculty compose effective PowerPoint presentations that follow the School of Medicine's style guidelines and promote the UM brand. Presentations created through this on-line service will automatically include the School of Medicine's logo and Web address. A variety of templates make it easy to customize presentations, and instructions are posted to help make the process an easy one. To access this service, visit http://webdev.med.miami.edu/forms/powerpoint/.

REVISED CLEARANCE CHECKLIST FOR
EMPLOYEE TERMINATION AVAILABLE ON-LINE
Human Resources has revised the Clearance Checklist form, which is required for all employee separations (voluntary and involuntary), including layoffs and leaves of absence. Correct telephone numbers are now listed on the form, slight modifications made in wording, and the addition of a clearance required by the Animal Care and Use Committee for faculty and research employees involved with related issues. This form can be accessed on-line through the Human Resources Web site at http://www.miami.edu/human-resources/clearance%20checklist%203-01.dot and also is available through the Fax Warehouse at 305-284-1087. The form no longer is available through Apricot Office Supplies. The revisions are effective immediately, and all earlier versions of the form should be discarded, as they no longer will be valid. Paychecks for those leaving employment will be released to the department with regular paychecks once the Clearance Checklist has been received and processed the by Check Distribution Office. It is the department's responsibility to ensure that a Clearance Checklist has been completed correctly and forwarded to Check Distribution. For further policy details, visit the Human Resources Web site at http://www.miami.edu/UMH/CDA/UMH_Main/1,1770,4074-1,00.html.

CHILDREN'S ART WORK MAKES
PERFECT THANK YOU CARDS
If you have visited the Mailman Center for Child Development, you probably have seen the Children's Art Collection, more than 200 works of art created by children with a chronic illness or disability and collected over the past six years. The Mailman Center has created a set of note cards using the most popular art pieces. These cards are available as a set of five for $5. To view or purchase cards visit http://pediatrics.med.miami.edu/Artcards/artcards.htm.

UPDATED COMMENCEMENT WEB SITE
PROVIDES VALUABLE INFORMATION
If you have questions about the new Commencement Ceremonies set for May 10, 11, and 19, visit the updated Commencement Web site at http://www.miami.edu/commencement2002. The site contains information for students, parents, and general announcements.

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
The program of weekly small-group seminars on topics that pertain to the protection of human subjects continues its series on navigating IRB protocol submission this week with "IRB: Responsibilities of the Principal Investigator, Part 2," presented by Roberto Dominguez, M.D., chair of Medical Sciences Subcommittee "B," March 19, noon to 1 p.m., at the Mailman Center, Room 3023. Future seminars are scheduled, featuring such topics as "History of Human Subjects Protection." 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 Tessa Boudreaux at 305-243-6415 or e-mail tboudreaux@med.miami.edu. RSVP is required.

OPEN YOUR EARS TO THE VOICE OF THE CUSTOMER
AT CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT COURSE
The Office of Professional Development and Training lends an ear to help improve customer service with its seminar "Understanding the Voice of the Customer," offered March 19, 9 to 11 a.m., at the Dominion Parking Garage, Suite 155. Participants will learn the importance of the customer's message and how it fits into the process of continuous improvement. Attendees must complete the prerequisite class, "Introduction to Continuous Improvement." For more information or to register, call 305-243-3090 or visit http://www.miami.edu/development-training.

FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVES VISIT CAMPUS
TO OFFER INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING SESSIONS
A representative from Fidelity Investments will be on the medical campus to conduct individual interviews and address your financial and investment questions on March 19 at the Dominion Parking Garage, Suite 155. To schedule an appointment with the Fidelity representative, call 800-642-7131.

UM WOMEN'S COMMISSION CELEBRATES ITS
"PATHWAY TO GREATNESS" AT ANNUAL BANQUET
The University of Miami Women's Commission will hold its annual awards breakfast on March 21, 7:45 to 9:30 a.m., at the Faculty Club on the University's Coral Gables campus. This year's keynote address will be delivered by Arva Moore Parks, noted South Florida historian and preservationist. The 2002 May A. Brunson and Louise P. Mills Awards will be presented. Attendance is $7.50, and a reservation is required by March 15. To RSVP, contact Rhonda DuBord at rrdubord@miami.edu.

LEARN HOW TO USE SCIENCEDIRECT AND ACCESS
SCIENTIFIC JOURNAL ARTICLES ON THE WEB
The Calder Library presents a training seminar to provide a demonstration of the services available through ScienceDirect, which offers Internet access to full text of more than 1.9 million scientific journal articles published by Elsevier Science and many secondary databases. Training sessions are scheduled for March 22, the first held from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m., followed by additional demonstrations at 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 3:30 p.m. All sessions will be held at the Calder Library, third floor computer classroom.

CENTER FOR RESEARCH IN MEDICAL EDUCATION
PRESENTS CARDIOLOGY/NEUROLOGY SYMPOSIUM
Register now for the 34th annual Teaching Conference in Clinical Cardiology and Neurology, March 22 - 24, at the Hyatt Regency Miami. A reduced fee of $100 is available for UM physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and nurses. Presented by the Center for Research in Medical Education (CRME), in cooperation with the American Heart Association's Council on Clinical Cardiology and Stroke Council, the conference is a primary care update that will focus on needs inherent to managed care, especially in relation to bedside skills training. Along with a diverse representation of University of Miami faculty led by CRME director Michael S. Gordon, M.D., Ph.D., the conference will feature visiting professors from the Mayo Clinic-Jacksonville and Wake Forest University School of Medicine. For more information, call 305-243-6491.

LEARN TO EXPRESS YOURSELF AT EAP
ASSERTIVENESS TRAINING COURSE
Do you have trouble asserting yourself? Do you have a hard time expressing your rights and feelings or do you sometimes act too pushy in an effort to make yourself heard? The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) wants to teach you the necessary skills to successfully assert yourself with "Assertiveness Training." This two-session course begins March 22, noon to 2 p.m., at the Dominion Parking Garage, Suite 155. The second installment will be held March 29, same time and location. Participants will develop individual styles of communication, learn assertive techniques, and discover how to decrease passivity as well as hostility in various situations. An American Sign Language interpreter also will be present for both sessions. If you are hearing-impaired and would like to receive copies of the course materials ahead of time, contact Sue Register at 305-284-6604. Continuing education credits for masters-level licensed mental health counselors will be provided. To register or for more information, call 305-243-3090 or visit http://www.miami.edu/development-training.

PULITZER PRIZE WINNER HOSTS NIGHT AT
THE RACES TO BENEFIT DEBBIE INSTITUTE
The Debbie Institute invites you to a special event featuring Dave Barry, Pulitzer Prize winning author and humorist. "A Night at the Races With Dave Barry" benefits the Debbie Institute in the Department of Pediatrics and will include a miniature horse race with celebrity guests. The event will be held at the Pompano Park race track, March 23, with dinner at 7 p.m. and races beginning at 7:30 p.m. A ticket price of $50 includes valet parking, entry, a program, and dinner. If you would like to attend, send an RSVP to Janet Herron at 305-243-5804 or jherron@peds.med.miami.edu by March 18.

UM/SYLVESTER PRESENTS LECTURE
SERIES ON PROVIDING END-OF-LIFE CARE
Physicians, nurses, psychologists, and other health care professionals will learn essential clinical competencies that are required to provide quality end of life care through the EPEC Series 2002: Education on End-of-Life Care, presented by the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. A series of monthly lectures through December will address varied topics in the discipline, beginning March 26 with "Goals of Care," noon, in Sylvester Conference Room 1301. For more information or a complete schedule of lectures, contact Abby Walker at abby@miami.edu.

LEARN TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM VIOLENT
CRIME AT WELLNESS SELF-DEFENSE COURSE
Sign up now for the S.A.F.E. National Self-Defense Institute Program and learn the skills to protect yourself from violent crime. The course will be held March 28, noon to 1:30 p.m., and will teach you how to reduce your risk, avoid dangerous situations, and use simple strategies that can help you avoid being attacked. You also will learn life-saving techniques on how to save yourself if you do become a victim. The registration fee is $5 and the deadline for registration is March 26. Call Jennifer Pinto or Zelda Calvert at 305-243-3209 to enroll.

DISCOVER THE FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH AT
OB/GYN'S MENOPAUSE SUPPORT SERIES
Register now for the Menopause Support Series, presented by the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. The series is a two-day interactive seminar geared toward middle-aged women who are beginning to deal with the stresses of menopause and will provide information on physical and emotional aspects of menopause, along with education on the various therapeutic options available. Certified menopause clinicians R. Wayne Whitted, M.D., and Paul Pietro, M.D., along with Vicki Colburn, R.N., all of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, will conduct the program on March 28 and April 11, 6 to 9 p.m. each day, at Jackson South Community Hospital, 9333 SW 152nd Street, Miami. The cost is $25, which includes dinner, and seating is limited, so RSVP today. To reserve your space, call 305-585-5611.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFERS TRAINING
PROGRAM ON SHIPPING INFECTIOUS SUBSTANCES
This training program is required for all employees who are involved in the shipment of infectious substances or samples that contain potentially infectious substances such as blood, tissue, and human or animal body fluids. "Shipping Infectious Substances" will be held on March 29, 9 a.m. to noon, at the Dominion Parking Garage, Suite 155. For more information or to register, call Professional Development at 305-243-3090 or visit http://www.miami.edu/development-training.

SHOW YOUR STAMINA
FOR BREAST CANCER RESEARCH
Challenge yourself and celebrate life April 19 - 21, at the Avon Breast Cancer 3-Day walk from Boca Raton to Miami. While walking and camping for three days and two nights, participants will be raising dollars to fund access to care and find a cure for breast cancer, which is the mission of the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade. The park opens and registration begins on April 19 at 8 a.m., followed by an opening ceremony at 9 a.m. Walkers pay a $75 participation fee, while crew members, who eat and camp overnight with the walkers, pay $150. There is no cost to half- and full-day volunteers, whose help primarily is needed at the opening and closing ceremonies. If you want to join the UM/Sylvester team as a walker, or sponsor one of the walkers, call Susan Martin at 305-243-4909. If you are willing to serve as a crew member or volunteer, call Sue Radcliffe at 305-243-3663 for more details. UM/Sylvester will pay the fees for all crew members.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR GOLF CLASSIC
TO BENEFIT UM PEDIATRIC RESEARCH
The Department of Pediatrics will host the second annual Children's Million-Dollar Celebrity Golf Classic at the Doral Golf Resort and Spa, April 26 - 28. This tournament is geared toward business and professional leaders in the community to generate support for clinical and medical research programs housed in the School of Medicine's Batchelor Children's Research Institute. Hundreds of volunteers are needed for the event's Nike Golf Ball, a fashion show and related auctions, as well as for both days of the tournament. If you are interested in volunteering, contact the Department of Pediatrics Development Office at 305-243-3956 or e-mail Evntures@aol.com.