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We would love to shatter our previous fundraising records, but we’ll need your help. Buy tickets, bring your family, bid on auction items, enjoy yourself. In the immortal words of Rosie the Riveter … “We Can Do It!”
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Dr. Donna Sweet is known for several things … being a great doctor, HIV expertise, high heels … and throwing a heck of a benefit. Once a year, she opens her home for a backyard picnic. Always a great time, it’s also a fundraiser for Wichita area HIV/AIDS patients. If you haven’t attended in the past, there’s no time like the present. The 21
st annual A Sweet A’Fair will be held from 5:30 to
8:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, at #6 Crestview Lakes. Parking is available at 21
st & Oliver with a free trolley.
We’ve got so much action squeezed into these three hours. Auctions, entertainment, food … you couldn’t ask for much more. Check out our Facebook page for updates. We’ll share photos of all of the incredible auction items we have rolling in. Tickets are a $25 donation per person and all proceeds benefit The Sweet Emergency Fund. For more information on purchasing tickets or making a donation, call 293-3595.
Wichita Business Journal is hosting a banquet to honor this year’s Health Care Heroes at Hyatt Regency Wichita. The event will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1. Tickets are available online. We have several KU honorees in this year’s group. If you plan to attend, let public affairs know at [email protected] so we can arrange for all of us to rep the crimson and blue together.
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Is there a special event happening in your department? Do you know a student who has an interesting hobby, or who has made a significant accomplishment? Are you involved in community outreach? An educational program? A hands-on workshop or training session? Public affairs wants to know about any and all of these events. There are a variety of ways we can publicize events and accomplishments in the school, but we can’t promote them if we don’t know they’re happening. Though not every event is going to catch the attention of the media, we can still promote your event through one of our social media accounts, our monthly community newsletter, or by writing our own feature story for the school’s website. Keep us informed. Drop us an email and tell us what’s happening. We’ll share the good news.
Did you know public affairs offers a variety of items to support your department events? We’ve got your banners, flags, directional signs, easels, beverage tubs, and giant inflatable Jayhawk covered. Visit our website and fill out an event support request form to reserve the goods that will make your event shine. Additionally, you can request an appearance by our very own Baby Jay. He can greet and hang out with your guests, give photo ops, and generally create a fun atmosphere. Who doesn’t want a high five from Baby Jay? All Baby Jay appearances must have a direct connection to KUSM-W.
If you have a Dillons Plus Shoppers Card, you can help Project Access at no cost to you. In coordination with the Medical Society of Sedgwick County, Project Access has coordinated access to donated medical care for uninsured and low-income residents of Sedgwick County since 1999. Dillons would like to make a corporate donation to this initiative each time you swipe your card. Register your card for this no-cost fundraising program and to designate Project Access as the recipient. For more information, please contact Anne Nelson, executive director of Project Access, at [email protected] or 688-0600.
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Staff ASA Coordinator Standardized Patient pool Internal Medicine Department administrator Pediatrics Site coordinator (3 FTEs) Preventive Medicine & Public Health Research analyst Psychiatry PRN clinical research nurse Clinical research coordinator
Faculty Family & Community Medicine Department faculty Faculty scholar Geriatrician (2 FTEs) Program director Research faculty Residency faculty Sports medicine fellowship program director Internal Medicine Hospitalist Neurologist
Pediatrics Outpatient pediatrician Pediatric hematologist/ oncologist Pediatric hospitalist Pediatric pulmonologist Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences Child and adolescent psychiatrist Inpatient float psychiatrist
For more information, contact Leona Johnson, human resources, 293-1803, or [email protected]. For a complete and up-to-date listing, click on JOB VACANCIES.
We are collecting new and gently used children’s books for the Turn a Page. Touch a Mind.® reading program. Books for children of all ages are needed. If you have books to donate, drop off in public affairs or at the KU Wichita Pediatrics Clinic at Carriage Parkway. Before donating books, review these guidelines. If you have any questions contact Julie Wellner at [email protected] or 962-7386.
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June 30 The Wichita Eagle Via Christi clinic to assess cancer risk will open Sept. 1 June 12 KMUW 89.1 Kansas family struggles with rare childhood disorder
June 6 The Wichita Eagle Husband-wife duo wins River Run 10K races
June 5 The Wichita Eagle Furlough fears hit universities, state parole offices May 18 Wichita Business Journal Jeff Turner, Jill Docking among new additions to KU Med’s 4-Wichita board May 11 Wichita Business Journal KU Med Wichita’s first four-year students graduating this weekend
For all the latest news stories and press releases about
KUSM-W, visit our news page.
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Research is heating up, just like the weather. To make a referral into a clinical trial for early Alzheimer’s disease, bipolar disorder, depression, or schizophrenia, call 316-293-1833 or email [email protected]. More information and a study interest form can be found on our website. KU Wichita Clinical Trial Unit needs adults with schizophrenia who abuse alcohol for a research study. Volunteers may be able to participate in this study if he or she is 18-65 years old, is a stable outpatient with schizophrenia, and has been diagnosed with alcohol use disorder. Those who qualify will be provided with all study medication and procedures at no cost. Study participation lasts approximately 12 to 18 months. Study participants may be compensated for their time. For more information, call 316-293-1833 or view the study flier. KU Wichita Clinical Trial Unit needs participants with Alzheimer’s disease for a research study. Volunteers may be able to participate in this study if he or she is 50-90 years old and has been diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer’s disease or mild Alzheimer’s disease. Those who qualify will be provided with all study medication or placebo and procedures at no cost. You will receive an MRI and amyloid PET imaging. Study participation consists of 43 visits over 90 weeks. Study participants will be compensated for their travel. For more information, call 316-293-1833. KU Wichita Clinical Trial Unit needs participants with schizophrenia for a research study. Volunteers may be able to participate in this study if he or she is 18-40 years old and has been diagnosed with schizophrenia. Those who qualify will be provided with all study medication and procedures at no cost. Study participation lasts approximately 16 weeks. Study participants will be compensated for their time. For more information, call 316-293-1833.
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Congratulations on your employment anniversary. We’re glad you’re here.
Stephanie Speagle Amanda Zoglmann Psychometrician PRN Insurance specialist KU Wichita Psychology
Warren Theater discounted tickets are now avaiable for sale in the MPA Administration Office, on a limited basis, from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays. The cost is $7 per ticket. Please make sure you have exact change, cash only. Contact Jennifer Herington at 293-3526 or [email protected] with questions.
Lillian Baker Aug. 6
Sheryl Kelly Aug. 7
Diana McPhail Aug. 7
Bea Williamson Aug. 9
Tracy Williams Aug. 11
Robert Wittler Aug. 13
Jana Lincoln Aug. 13
Ryan Schroeder Aug. 13
Muzna Atif Aug. 14
Amy Hornbeck Aug. 18
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The KUSM-W Office of Research will provide funds for resident travel to present research at a professional conference. Up to $2,000 may be requested with an equal match of funds required from the residency program. Funds are also available for open access and publication fees. Up to $1,000 may be requested with an equal match of funds required for the department or residency program. These funds are provided by grants to WCGME from the Kansas Biosciences Authority. View the travel grant application.
We are recruiting participants for the second year of Scholars in Medicine And Research Training (SMART). This certificate program is intended to promote scholarly activity and will walk residents through the research process from idea conception to dissemination of findings. Residents will attend eight 90-minute classes, two each month beginning in September. Each resident will collaborate with a clinical mentor within their department to complete a research project and present at a local or national conference and a manuscript will be submitted for publication. This is an exciting opportunity for any resident to expand knowledge of the research process and to facilitate scholarly activity. We especially seek to target second- or third-year residents with an interest in academic medicine or subspecialty fellowship training. Space is limited. Contact Dr. Cari Schmidt to reserve a spot. More information available online.
Wednesday, Oct. 7 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Roberts Amphitheater Featuring a keynote presentation by Jen Brull, M.D., and QI poster symposium. Lunch will be provided. Registration information will be available soon.
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The Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that approximately 1,200 fires per year involve space heaters. Portable electric heaters are high-wattage appliances that have the potential to ignite combustible material such as paper, clothing, furniture, etc. Leaving space heaters on and unattended near combustible material is the leading cause of space heater fires. To reduce fire hazards follow KUSM-W procedure and safety tips. KUSM-W procedure
All space heaters must be inspected and approved by facilities management prior to use.
Space heaters must meet ALL of the following specifications:
Tip-over cut-off switch UL listed Thermostat control to prevent heat from exceeding design specifications OR PREFERRED-low wattage radiant heating panel (Cozy Legs)
Complete the space heater request form.
Deliver completed form and space heater to facilities management to have it inspected and
marked with an approval sticker.
Safety tips:
Inspect the heater, cord, and plug-in before using-do NOT use if any part is damaged, frayed,
or worn out.
Never leave the space heater on and unattended-UNPLUG the space heater when not in
use.
Keep combustible material at least three feet from all sides of the space heater. This includes
clothing that may be hanging on a chair or hook.
Do not place space heater under desks or run cords under rugs and carpeting.
Plug appliance directly into the wall outlet-NEVER power the heater with an extension cord or
power strip.
Be sure the plug-in fits snugly into the wall outlet.
Discontinue use if the heater plug-in, cord, wall outlet, or faceplate becomes hot.
Place the heater on a stable, level surface where it will not be knocked over and away from
doorways and egress routes.
Keep heater away from water-NEVER touch the heater if you are wet or your hands are wet.
For more information on space heater safety contact Julie Stimson, emergency and safety manager, at 293-3409 or visit the following websites: The Consumer Product Safety Commission: www.cpsc.gov The National Fire Protection Association: www.nfpa.org
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The KU School of Medicine-Wichita is looking for persons with Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) to participate in a study examining poor leg circulation. The study will focus on those within the African-American community with low levels of activity and who experience pain and discomfort when walking. Participants will be compensated. For more information, call 316-293-3567 or 913-588-4009. We are looking for African-American women 60 and older to participate in a research study about how diet and exercise affects peripheral arterial disease. If you have been diagnosed with high blood pressure, diabetes, and/or high cholesterol, and/or you are a current or former smoker, you may qualify for the study. Recruits should call Michelle Redmond, Ph.D., at 316-293-1813 or email [email protected].
PMPH holds a monthly noon series titled Research in Progress (RiP). This series is part of an effort to engage faculty throughout the school and locally in research ideas originating from PMPH faculty. It offers an opportunity for collaboration and development of research ideas. RiP is held the 4
th Thursday of every month from noon to 1 p.m.
The next session is Aug. 27 in the Roberts Center Conference Room. If you are faculty interested in research, please join RiP. You are welcome to bring your lunch.
If not, you’re missing out on some great content. We’ve got videos about students, adventures with Baby Jay, KUSM-W in the community, and more. Click the logo to check them out. While you’re there, subscribe to our channel so you won’t miss another frame.
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Walk at Work every Wednesday. Meet in the West Atrium for the first session at 11:30 a.m. and/or the second session at 12:30 p.m. There will be a lead from the Healthy Hawks committee at each session for a couple of months to get everyone started. Walk for however long you wish … 10, 20, 30 + minutes. Inside and outdoor walking routes are available.
Rafael Cossio Information specialist
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KU Today is the official publication from the Office of Public Affairs at the University of Kansas in Lawrence. Read the current edition.
Advances contains news from the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City. Read the current edition.
For sale 2014 Ford Flex, 6 cyl, loaded (leather, navigation, proximity detection, rear camera) with full tow package added. Only 10k miles. Seat rows fold for cargo space. Metallic gray exterior, charcoal black interior. Great for long distance or commuting. $31,400 OBO. Moving overseas, must sell. Contact Bob at 316-737-1172 or [email protected]. If you have a classified ad you’d like listed in JTO, review the guidelines and submit the online form.
The deadline for the next issue of JTO is noon Monday, Aug. 10. Please send items of interest to [email protected].
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