April 4th 2017 - #17-14

SoM Community News and Happenings

HSC CELEBRATES WVU’s 150^th Birthday this week. Join the Party!

CONGRATULATIONS to the winners in the Eastern Division Research and Poster Symposium:

First Place, MSIII Sara Chowdhury, Class of 2018; Second Place, MSIII Morgan Johnson, Class of 2018; and Honorable Mention, Joe Malone, Class of 2017. There were 34 posters submitted for the event. The winners were announced at the conclusion of the Poster session, on Saturday afternoon.

STUDENT ORGANIZATION HAPPENINGS: RSVP accordingly!

OBGYN GRAND ROUNDS: Wednesday, April 5, 7-8 am.

ALL STUDENTS INVITED: Wednesday, April 5, Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Day, Pylons’ area. 12:00-1:30 pm. WVU Office of Graduate Education and Life bringing to the HSC a social gathering where snacks, t-shirts, and other giveaways will be handed out to students as small tokens of our appreciation for their service to the University.

ALL STUDENTS INVITED: GHHS Summit “Aging in Appalachia” April 6, 2017 -- Charleston Campus, WVU Building Auditorium. 9:30 – 3 p.m. All invited. Keynote speaker: Karen Brown Wilson, PhD on “Reframing Approaches to Improving Lives of Older Adults in the US”.

STUDENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR INVESTITURE – COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY! We are in need of student ushers/helpers for the Class of 2017 graduation ceremony on Friday, May 12, Creative Arts Center, from 4:00-6:30 pm. (Ceremony starts 6:00 pm). If you are available, please email Pam Carico.

HSC DAY at the BALLPARK! Saturday, April 8, 4 pm. All students invited. To REGISTER for the HSC Day at the Ballpark - https://wvuschoolofmedicine.wufoo.com/forms/znd25tf1krxe03/.

BYSTANDER TRAINING PROGRAM: Learn how to prevent violence on campus. 4/10, 12-1, G119. Register events@hsc.wvu.edu .

HSC GARDEN: Interested in participating with the HSC student vegetable garden this year? Connect with them through hscgarden@gmail.com and facebook page.

SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY: There is an opportunity for free registration to any medical student that would like to attend the American College of Radiology Conference 2017! The events will be held May 20-25 at the Marriott Wardman Park, Washington DC. https://www.acr.org/Annual-Meeting/Med-Student Please email (jpatter5@mix.wvu.edu) or Dr. Hogg (jhogg@hsc.wvu.edu) if you plan on attending, or if you have any other questions.

HSC TEMPORARY PARKING PERMITS FOR SALE: A limited number of parking permits are available for sale on the Evansdale, Health Sciences and downtown campuses. Permits are sold on a first-come first-serve basis. For more information, please contact the Parking Management at 304.293.5502 or visit the Transportation and Parking Office located at Mountaineer Station. For more information visit: http://transportation.wvu.edu/parking/permit-sale.

DISTINGUISHED TECHER AWARD NOMINATIONS OPEN: Nominations open through Friday, April 14.

https://sole.hsc.wvu.edu/Survey/2431/ResponsesPublic/SurveyIntro?Guid=7ee875ab-edd6-4892-bb38-79f222aa0c7e

ANNUAL UTRAFEST: Saturday, April 22, 2017, 8A-3P. Register via this google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSekwPZE5446XhcRI7Hw-Qq77FH_MBh2_viXiSp1RHmehGhjCw/viewform. Questions? wvu.usig@gmail.com

HEALTH PLAN SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY – Deadline May 1: If you are originally from the Health Plan Service Area and interested in practicing in the geographic area (all of West Virginia and parts of Ohio). You are strongly encouraged to apply for this scholarship. http://financialaid.wvu.edu/r/download/235669

Events

http://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/calendar/?filter=medical-education#Upcoming
HSC WVU Birthday Celebration – April 3-7.
HSC Day at the BallPark – April 8.
ULTRAFEST – April 22, 2017.
MED SCHOOL OLYMPICS – May 5, 2017.
AWARDS CONVOCATION – Thursday, May 11, 5:00 pm, Fukushima Auditorium.
CLASS OF 2017 GRADUATION: Friday, May 12, 2017 6:00 pm, Creative Arts Center.
CLASS OF 2019 BOOTCAMP! Monday-Friday, June 26-30, 2017.
CLASS OF 2021 PROFESSIONAL AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT 1.0: August 7-12, 2017
SCHOOL OF MEDICINE TAILGATE! – October 14, 2017

What’s Happening – Morgantown

This link contains the details of the Organization activities, listed here by date.

EMIG: Clinical Scenarios at WV STEPS Tuesday, April 18 3-5 pm.

PSYCHIATRY STUDENT INTEREST GROUP Tuesday, April 18 at noon in 1909.

MS4 Class of 2017

THE COMMITTEE ON ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS will review your class’ performance on Thursday, April 13^th. Be on alert through your MIX account and your FOLIO account for this time sensitive information. Contact Student Services or your Dean on Call as needed.

ACCESSIBILITY ASSISTANCE FOR GRADUATION: Remember to contact the WVU Accessibility Services office (304.293.6700) to make arrangements for special accommodations as needed for family members attending the Graduation ceremony.

PROCESSING RESIDENCY PAPERWORK: Student Services can help you with your residency packet paperwork. Sheri will complete your degree verification forms. Cheryl and Kim can help with any notary work.

NEED A VERIFICATION OF ENROLLMENT LETTER for a mortgage loan, etc.? Remember to submit the request and all details/deadlines to StudentServicesMedicine@hsc.wvu.edu .

MATCH DAY PICTURES – photo booth, class pic, individual, for your purchase! See this link from University Relations.

GQ current completion rate is 94%! Thank you.

MS3 Class of 2018

GLOBAL HEALTH LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES (GHLO) LUNCH MEETING: You are invited to a lunch meeting with representatives from the AAMC Global Health Learning Opportunities (GHLO) program on Wednesday, April 19th at noon in the HSC VP Administration Conference Room. Registration is encouraged by April 17th. Contact Joanna DiStefano at Joanna.DiStefano@hsc.wvu.edu or 304-293-5755.

2^ND ROUND APPLICATIONS RURAL SCHOLAR PROGRAM: The WVU Department of Family Medicine is pleased to announce that we are now accepting a 2^nd round of applications for the Rural Scholars Program. This program is designed for students committed to making rural/small town Family Medicine in West Virginia a career. Qualified MS III’s are eligible for a $10,000 stipend for their fourth year and facilitated admission to WVU’s Morgantown Family Medicine Residency. The Rural Scholars Program allows for an enhanced primary care experience in the 4^th year curriculum as well as early integration into the residency experience. Deadline for application is May 1, 2017 with notification date of May 30, 2017. Please contact Holly Maroon at maroonh@wvuhealthcare.com if you would like information on how to apply.

CLASS OF 2018 MD INVESTITURE CEREMONY: May 11-13, 2018.

GETTING TO RESIDENCY PART 1- The Paperwork (aka M4 Orientation): Mark your calendars - Monday, April 24, 4-6:30 pm, multi-campus presentation. ATTENDANCE REQUIRED. Please plan accordingly.

MS2 Class of 2019

CLASS ELECTIONS FOR ALL THREE CAMPUSES: Speeches through campus class list serves. Election through SOLE Surveys 4/5. Email with SOLE link from Student Services Medicine on Wednesday.

WHITE COAT PICTURES: Images can be viewed and purchased through April 10.

https://robertwilliamsphotography.shootproof.com/gallery/4106722/ Robert Williams Photography. 304.685.1159.

WHITE COAT:

Photo Gallery: http://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/md-student-services/event-galleries/white-coat-ceremony/
Video posted on our facebook page – Enjoy!
Don’t forget thank you notes! No stamp needed! Drop them off at the alumni office for mailing. Questions? Gina

MS1 Class of 2020

What’s Happening – Charleston

HARM REDUCTION CLINIC: Wednesdays, 10-3:30. Kanawha Charleston Health Dept. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1POrU5dCdrwCu7AqtV82EBUSqh3P2u0DTEOvVC5CdEdQ/edit#gid=0.

MS4 Class of 2017

PROCESSING RESIDENCY PAPERWORK: Laura can help you with your residency packet paperwork.

NEED A VERIFICATION OF ENROLLMENT LETTER for a mortgage loan, etc.? Remember to submit the request and all details/deadlines to Laura.

GQ current completion rate is 94%! Thank you.

MS3 Class of 2018

CLASS OF 2018 MD INVESTITURE CEREMONY: May 11-13, 2018.

GETTING TO RESIDENCY PART 1- The Paperwork (aka M4 Orientation): Mark your calendars - Monday, April 24, 4-6:30 pm, multi-campus presentation. ATTENDANCE REQUIRED. Please plan accordingly.

What’s Happening – Eastern

CONGRATULATIONS to the winners in the Eastern Division Research and Poster Symposium:

School of Medicine Awards Ceremony- Thu. May 11, 6:00pm, Fukushima Auditorium, Morgantown. You will be notified if you will be presented an award.

IMPORTANT STUDENT NOTICE FOR PARKING AT BERKELEY MEDICAL CENTER: Students may not park in the hospital parking lot. Parking citations are being issued for student parking in patient spots. Students may park in the Health Science Center lot and also Dorothy McCormack building away from the building.

COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY: Berkeley Medical Center Health Promotions is planning the Truffle Shuffle 5k for April 29 in downtown Martinsburg. Dana DeJarnett at DDeJarnett@wvumedicine.org 304-264-1287, ext 31814

COLLEGE OF SURGEONS meeting opportunity - The West Virginia Chapter American College of Surgeons is pleased to announce that they will again sponsor medical students’ attendance at the 2017 Annual Meeting May 11, 12, 13 at The Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs, WV. Email Eastern Student Services if you are interested.

STEPPING STONES: Volunteers needed - Street Rounds- Tu. Immanuel’s House, Mon. reserve a time wvusteppingstones@gmail.com

MS4 Class of 2017

PROCESSING RESIDENCY PAPERWORK: Student Services can help you with your residency packet paperwork. Jane will complete your degree verification forms. Michelle can help with any notary work.

NEED A VERIFICATION OF ENROLLMENT LETTER for a mortgage loan, etc.? Remember to submit the request and all details/deadlines to Michelle.

GQ current completion rate is 94%! Thank you.

GRADUATION INFORMATION coming soon to a class email near you!

MS3 Class of 2018

CLASS OF 2018 MD INVESTITURE CEREMONY: May 11-13, 2018.

GETTING TO RESIDENCY PART 1- The Paperwork (aka M4 Orientation): Mark your calendars - Monday, April 24, 4-6:30 pm, multi-campus presentation. ATTENDANCE REQUIRED. Please plan accordingly.

TUMOR BOARDS - Every Thursday, 8^th Floor class room, 12:00 noon -1:00 pm. Different speakers and topics. Lunch provided.

IMPORTANT DATES:

April 24, 4-6 pm, GTR1. Multi Media Classroom. Mandatory for M3 students.
May 5th - OB/Gyn Practical Exam
May 12 - Sim Lab Trip to Morgantown
May 16 6 pm – Student MedChef presentation at Mini-Medical School.
Spring Exams- Jun. 5-Jun 16, 2017.
May 11 – Awards Convocation, Morgantown.

CUSHING:
SURGICAL MORBIDITY AND MORTALITY - Dates for M & M conferences for students in the Spring semester will be- April 14- (2 presentations) L. Rover, and T. Rutledge & A. Thiel and D. Yacoub.

JACQUES:
PEDS GRAND ROUNDS is broadcast from Morgantown every Wednesday 8-9 am. The first Wednesday is at the board room on the 8th floor of BMC. The rest of the Wednesday is at the ED conference room in ED of BMC. If you are on a Pediatrics Week, please plan to attend.

JEFFERSON MEDICAL CENTER - Attending Physicians Schedule.

April 5-9- Dr. Cucuzzella
April 10-16 Dr. Baltierra
April 17-23- Dr. Cherry
April 24- 30- Dr. Feaga