e-Update
September 18, 2000
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
--Deadline Approches for Technology Transfer's Gap-Fund Program
--Miami Herald Tells Story of YoungHeart Transplant recipient at Jackson
--UM/Jackson Women's Health Seminar to Feature Expert Lectures by UM Faculty
--Milagros Luciano of Urology Named Finalist for Perfect Attendance Award
--United Way 2000 Is Here! How Are You Chipping In?
--Upcoming Calendar Events
DEADLINE APPROACHES FOR TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER'S GAP-FUND PROGRAM
The Office of Technology Transfer reminds faculty that the September 30 application
deadline for the Gap-Fund Program is rapidly approaching. This award supports
early-stage research with commercial potential. Three grants of $20,000 each will
be awarded, and one must come from either the Coral Gables or Rosenstiel campuses.
All Invention Disclosures submitted between December 1, 1998, and September 30,
2000, are eligible. Interested parties must submit an Invention Disclosure (unless
they have already done so) together with a "Gap-Fund Award Program Application"
to the Office of Technology Transfer, Dominion Tower, Suite 906 (M-811). Invention
Disclosure forms are confidential in nature and cannot be sent through the Internet.
To obtain an Invention Disclosure form, visit http://www.med.miami.edu/technology_transfer/invention_disclosure.html.
For a Gap-Fund application form, e-mail Silvia Arguelles at sarguell@miami.edu
or visit Technology Transfer on-line at http://www.med.miami.edu/technology_transfer.
Call 305-243-5689 with any questions.
MIAMI HERALD TELLS STORY OF YOUNG HEART TRANSPLANT RECIPIENT AT JACKSON
A recent article in the Miami Herald chronicled
the story of Danielle Rodriguez, a 22-month old who suffered from cardiomyopathyóa
heart disease that caused her to suffer from malnourishment and pressure on her
lungs. Last week, Danielle received a heart transplant at Jackson Memorial Hospital
and her health is improving rapidly, well enough to return home as soon as next
week. She has spent the past 10 months at Jackson. The Herald article highlights
the work of Eliot Rosenkranz, M.D., associate professor and chief of the section
of pediatric cardiothoracic surgery within the UM Department of Surgery, who headed
the transplant team. In addition, other specialists from the School of Medicine
are cited. To read the full article, visit http://www.herald.com/content/tue/news/dade/digdocs/088661.htm.
UM/JACKSON WOMEN'S HEALTH SEMINAR TO FEATURE EXPERT LECTURES BY UM FACULTY
The University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center, in conjunction with WFOR CBS Channel 4; Dairy Farmers, Incorporated; and GlaxoWellcome, presents the Women's Wellness Seminar, September 23, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Diagnostic Treatment Center. This event will feature presentations from many School of Medicine faculty members, in addition to a question-and-answer session with these experts in their respective fields. RSVP is required for attendance, so call 305-585-7213 to reserve your seat.
MILAGROS LUCIANO OF UROLOGY NAMED FINALIST FOR PERFECT ATTENDANCE AWARD
Congratulations to Milagros Luciano, patient clinical assistant in the Department of Urology, who was a finalist for the Employee Perfect Attendance Award. The winner was Lonard R. Masongsong, an assistant manager from Information Technology on the Coral Gables Campus. This award recognizes staff and administrative/professional employees who do not use sick time or a leave of absence during specific six-month periods. For more information, contact Karen Sevald or Margarita Diaz at 305-284-4190.
UNITED WAY 2000 IS HERE! HOW ARE YOU CHIPPING IN?
As the number one per capita donor among U.S. private universities, each year
the University of Miami is a very active participant in the campaign to raise
funds for the United Way. Beyond the statistics, many departments in the School
of Medicine do more than their share of giving by holding bake sales, car washes,
and much more. The October issue of Medical Center Update, your campus newsletter,
will ask "What special contribution does your department make to the University's
United Way campaign?" If you've got an answer, reply to update@med.miami.edu.
You also can offer your own suggestions. Make your voice heard, and remember,
"Good things happen when you give."
QUESTIONS ABOUT MEDICARE BILLING?
CONTACT THE OFFICE OF COMPLIANCE
Address questions regarding Medicare billing and compliance to Third Party Reimbursement/Office of Compliance at 305-243-HELP or 1-877-415-HELP. For more information about the help line or training programs offered by the compliance office, contact Gemma Romillo at 305-243-5842.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
SIGN UP NOW TO PARTICIPATE IN
CLINICAL RESEARCH TEST PREP COURSE
An test prep course sponsored by the Association of Clinical Research Professionals
(ACRP) will be offered in January or February, 2001, UM/Sylvester room 1301, 8
a.m. to 5 p.m. The confirmed scheduled date will be announced in coming weeks.
This course is for any clinical research coordinator, data manager, research nurse,
or other research professional who is interested in becoming a Certified Clinical
Research Coordinator. The day-long class will cover all topics presented on the
exam, including regulatory, ethical, and good clinical practice issues. For more
information or to sign up for the course, please contact Kathy Cox 305-243-6083
or kcox@med.miami.edu. The registration
deadline is September 18, and those interested in attending should indicate if
a class held on either a Saturday or a weekday is more preferable. For general
information on the ACRP and the certification process you may contact their website
at acrpnet.org. The cost is $200 for ACRP members and $295 for non-members, payable
on the day of the course.
FIDELITY INVESTMENTS ON-HAND TO ANSWER YOUR FINANCIAL QUESTIONS
Jason Friday, a representative from Fidelity Investments, will be at the Professional Development and Training Office, Dominion Parking Garage, Suite 155, September 26 and 28, to conduct individual counseling sessions. He will address financial questions and discuss retirement planning. To schedule an appointment, call 800-642-7131.
FIGHT BREAST CANCER AND JOIN THE RACE FOR THE CURE 2000
Join the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation in the fight against the disease by participating in the Komen Miami/Ft. Lauderdale Race for the Cure 2000. You can sign up to run the race, gather co-workers to form a corporate team, raise pledges in support, underwrite an event, or make a donation to the cause. The Race for the Cure will be held October 14 at Bayfront Park. For more information, call 305-666-RACE.
PURCHASING ANNOUNCES REVISIONS AND ADDITIONS TO CONSULTING POLICIES
As of June 1, 2000, all consulting agreements must include article XXVI. Until
the new pre-printed form is available and distributed to all users, the Supplement
to Consulting Agreement form must be included with all consulting agreements submitted
to the Purchasing Department. To obtain a copy of the supplement form, visit http://www.miami.edu/purchasing/orderlst/comdty_listing.htm.
In addition, Policy J030, regarding consulting services, was recently revised,
and a new policy regarding contracting requirements (Policy J028) has been established.
To view these changes, visit the web site above. If you have any questions, call
Carmen Oliva in the Medical Purchasing Department at 305-243-3666.
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