University of Michigan Health System

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Last day to help Michigan beat Ohio State in the organ donation registry competition!

Wolverine fans across the state can help Michigan beat Ohio State and save lives! The University of Michigan and Ohio State University are competing in the 4th annual Wolverine vs. Buckeyes Challenge for Life, to see which state can sign up the most people to its state's organ donor registry from now through Nov. 19. The state with the most donors wins.

The Buckeyes have beaten us the past three years. It's time that we show them our Michigan pride and win this year. Tell everyone you know to sign up: you don't need to be a Michigan resident to sign up, and there are no age limitations on donors.

For more information about the Michigan vs. Ohio State donor registry competition visit www.giftoflifemichigan.org/goblue/.

Also, read Tony Denton's message.

Opening available in a Toledo/Blissfield/Dundee van pool

	Our van departs from Blissfield and stops in Dundee. Work hours should be from 6 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. To join, call Vicki Murphy at 734-232-6413 or e-mail vickmurp@umich.edu.
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Rider wants to join a van pool from the Toledo area

	I'm looking to join an existing van pool from the Toledo area. I work at Domino's Farms from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. and generally leave Toledo at 7 a.m. If your van has a current opening, please e-mail Tracy at tkeys@med.umich.edu.
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ROAD CLOSURE ALERT: Part of East Hospital Dr., closed from Nov. 16 - Jan. 31, 2010

Another temporary road closure as part of the construction of the new U-M Children's and Women's Hospital begins on Monday, Nov. 16 and will continue until Sunday, Jan. 31, 2010. Our contractors will be working with the city of Ann Arbor on construction of the watermain lines for the new hospital beginning next Monday, Nov. 16. This work will require that we close a portion of East Hospital Drive - the portion between the hospital construction project and the Mott/Simpson (M22) parking deck. It will not require any closures of East Medical Center Drive, the "ring road" around the medical center.

Shortly after that work is completed, the major task of setting the steel for the new sky bridge connector from the new hospital to the Mott/Simpson parking structure will begin. This second task is scheduled for completion by the end of January.

Although the closure takes place on a small street that most people don't travel, access to the birthing center, Mott employee entrance and Med Inn entrance will not be affected. These entrances will be accessible via Simpson Road, which will be converted to two-way traffic throughout the closure period.

For more information and a map of this temporary closure, visit www.med.umich.edu/construction.

Nov. 16 - Dec. 16: Student Alliance for Global Reach calendar sales

	The 2010 Student Alliance for Global REACH calendar contains photos taken by students during their 2009 trips which reflect their projects and their commitment to global health. Calendars will be on sale from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Mondays and Wednesday, through Dec. 16, in the Cardiovascular Center lobby. Cost for the calendar is $15. Your purchase will help support the 2010 service learning trips.
	Web site: http://www.med.umich.edu/medschool/globalreach/
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Dec. 7: Schwartz Center Rounds -- 'What families overhear, the power of our words'

	Schwartz Center Rounds are a multi-disciplinary forum where clinical caregivers discuss difficult emotional and social issues that arise in caring for patients and families. All staff are invited and encouraged to attend at 12:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, in the MCHC Auditorium. The topic will be "What Families Overhear: The Power of Our Words."
	Web site: http://www.theschwartzcenter.org
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Nov. 18: Great American Smokeout

	Great American Smokeout marks the 34th annual celebration. This national event sponsored by the American Cancer Society encourages tobacco users to quit for at least 24 hours, and hopefully for good. The UMHS Tobacco Consultation Service will host Great American Smokeout from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, in the Towsley Link. Survival kits will be available for those wanting to participate and quit the next day for 24 hours. Sample "mocktails" and have your lung function tested for free. Anyone willing to turn in their remaining cigarettes that day will receive a coupon for a "cold turkey sandwich" from the cafeteria.
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Nov. 18: Book signing with Virginia Haroutunian

	Book signing by Virginia Haroutunian, author of 'Orphan in the Sands.' "At the age of seven Tourvanda 'shut down' her feelings to survive a desert march in the 1915 Armenian Genocide at the hands of the Ottoman Turks." 'Orphan in the Sands' is about the evolution from the depths of black despair to the liberation of the human spirit. Visit the Gift Shop from noon - 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, to meet the author and get your copy of 'Orphan in the Sands' signed. All proceeds benefit programs at the hospital.
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Beginning meditation class

	Meditation is an age-old practice of intentionally focusing the mind and quieting patterns of thought, to bring greater awareness and reduce stress. The deep relaxation has been shown to boost the immune system, reduce cardiovascular risk, and help manage high blood pressure, sleep disorders, lifestyle changes and coping with pain. This four-week training is designed for people who are new to meditation. The instructor, Martha Kimball, ACSW, BCD, teaches mindfulness meditation and trained with Jon Kabat-Zinn. For more information, visit the Web site.
	Web site: http://www.med.umich.edu/cvc/services/site_preventive/classes.html
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Survival Flight team wins METI Cup for critical skills competition

	We congratulate the University of Michigan Survival Flight team for recently winning the METI Cup, the annual competition between air medical flight teams that is held during the Air Medical Transport Conference each year. It is a critical care skills competition hosted by Medical Education Technologies, Inc. This year the conference and competition were held in San Jose. This is Survival Flight's third year holding on to this title after defeating 15 other teams in the largest METI Cup Competition ever. The winning two-person team consisted of Ted Adelmann and Paul Munger who defeated fifteen other teams, even though they were competing for the first time on a national stage, going head-to-head at displaying their real time, real situation response skills on state-of-the-art patient simulators.
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The Hunger Within workshop offers lifelong weight management

	"the Huger Within" is a nationally recognized treatment program, that provides real hope for lifelong weight management. It takes the focus off of food and guides participants through an intensive program to unlock the psychological barriers to permanent weight loss. This step-by-step workshop, taught by Marilyn Migliore, M.S., R.D., A.C.S.W., B.C.D., explores the core reasons for overeating, identifies the triggers that precipitate a binge and helps break the vicious cycle of emotional eating. For more information, visit the Web site.
	Web site: http://www.umcvc.org/classes
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Applications now being accepted for a funded one-year fellowship in Medical Innovation.

	The University of Michigan Medical Innovation Center Fellowship Program builds tomorrow's innovation leaders today. The MIC Fellowship is a multidisciplinary team training program for talented post-graduate professionals with medical, dental, doctorate, or master's degrees, who are committed to addressing real health care issues through innovation excellence. Innovation Fellows are expected to function as a cohesive team, crossing the boundaries of their respective disciplines. The program draws on the strengths of Michigan's renowned schools and colleges to develop a new type of medical innovator with the knowledge and integrated, cross-disciplinary skills necessary to transform problems into practical solutions and discoveries into products. Residents who have completed a minimum of two years of training are eligible to apply; pediatric oriented specialties are preferred. To learn more about the Fellowship scope, please visit our Web site.
	Web site: http://www.med.umich.edu/ummic
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'Believe' book for sale in the Friends Gift Shop

	Stop by the Friends Gift Shop and pick up a copy of the 'Believe' book, which is full of inspirational quotes and a great gift for the holidays. With every purchase you will receive a free 'Believe' notebook. All proceeds benefit programs at the hospital.
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Van pool rider needed from the Westland and Canton areas

	Two riders/backup drivers are needed from the Canton area with work hours from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. One is needed now and one in December. Pick up is at Meijer's parking lot in Canton and drop off is at the Cancer Center parking structure. For more information, please call Linda at 734-961-7111 or e-mail lhartwi@umich.edu.
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Michigan Harvest Food Gatherers food drive

	We need you to help fight hunger. The Michigan Harvest Food Gatherers food drive will occur through Nov. 24. Donations of non-perishable foods and money will be collected at various sites throughout the Health System. Checks should be made payable to "Food Gatherers." Glass containers and outdated items are not acceptable. For details, or to have your area become a collection site, contact Patient Food and Nutrition Services at 734-936-5197.
	Web site: http://www.med.umich.edu/fooddrive/
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Nov. 18: Psychiatry Grand Rounds -- Kathleen Welsh-Bohmer, Ph.D., ABCN

	Psychiatry Grand Rounds will take place from 10:30 a.m. - noon, Wednesday, Nov. 16, in the Rachel Upjohn Building garden level auditorium. Kathleen Welsh-Bohmer, Ph.D., ABCN, professor, Department of Psychiatry, Duke University, will present the annual Max L. Hutt Lecture, "Current Crossroads in Diagnosis of Early Alzheimer's Disease."
	Web site: http://www.psych.med.umich.edu/events/GrandRounds.asp
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Nov. 19: U-M March of Dimes Health Walk

	Join U-M Health System, March of Dimes and the Ann Arbor community on Thursday, Nov. 19, as we walk in support of our long-standing commitment to the health and well-being of mothers and babies. Information about women's and children's health issues will be provided at education stops from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. The first 500 walkers will enjoy complimentary lunch and t-shirt. The opening ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. in Dow Auditorium and will feature Karin Muraszko, M.D., professor and chair, U-M Department of Neurosurgery.
	Web site: http://www.marchofdimes.com/michigan
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IRBMED holiday announcement

As the holiday season approaches, the Institutional Review Boards of the University of Michigan Medical School Office would like to remind you of the following:

IRBMED review boards do not meet on Thursday, Nov. 26, Thanksgiving Day or Friday, Nov. 27, the day following Thanksgiving.

IRBMED review boards do not meet during the holiday closure Dec. 25 - Jan. 3. The last meetings of 2009 are Friday, Dec. 18 and Thursday, Dec. 24. The first meeting of 2010 will be Thursday, Jan. 7.

The IRBMED office is not open for regular business during the holiday closure beginning the afternoon of Dec. 24. The office will reopen at 8:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 4. The drop-box outside our offices at 517 W. William will remain open to receive submissions, but mail will not be opened until Jan. 4. In addition, campus mail will not be delivered during the holiday closure.

Take Five for Safety podcast -- be prepared for severe winter weather

In the latest Take 5 for Safety Podcast, Bruce Cadwallender, director of Safety and Emergency Management, interviews Carrie Wright, emergency management specialist with Safety Management Services, about severe winter weather preparedness.

Carrie defines emergency winter weather terminology and discusses how this information is shared within the U-M Hospitals and Health Centers. She also outlines actions staff should take when we experience severe winter weather, including how to participate in the 4-wheel drive program.

You can listen to and download podcasts on your computer using Windows Media Player.

Web site: http://www.med.umich.edu/i/podcasts/#5

Nov. 18: Department of Surgery Research Seminar Series

	The Department of Surgery Research Seminar Series will take place at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, in the Taubman Medical Library room 2903, featuring Marina Pasca Di Magliano, Ph.D., who will present, "Embryonic Signaling Pathways in Pancreatic Cancer."
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Dec. 7: Communicating like a leader

	Effective communication is essential for leaders. Panelists for this communicaitons workshop will discuss how communication can negatively or positively impact your leadership goals. You will learn about tailoring your message to your audience, whether you are communicating with your constituents or your staff. The discussion will be moderated by Jean Waltman, Ph.D., CEW senior research specialist, and Kirsten Elling, Ph.D., CEW associate director for counseling, program and services, at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, at the Center for the Education of Women. For more information or to register, visit the Web site or call 734-764-6005.
	Web site: http://www.cew.umich.edu
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Nov. 19: Learn how to use Confluence, a wiki for the Health System

	On Thursday, Nov. 19, Medical School Information Services will be hosting several training sessions about, Confluence at the West Lecture Hall in Med Sci II. Confluence is a wiki, which is an enterprise-wide web-based tool available for online collaboration. Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop to follow along. Both first time and advanced Confluence users are encouraged to attend. For more information or to register, visit the Web site below.
	Web site: https://www.umms.med.umich.edu/confluence/display/demo/Confluence+Training
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Nov. 24: The doctor's opinion on alcoholism

	"The Doctor's Opinion on Alcoholism" will be presented by Herbert Malinoff, M.D., addictionologist. This presentation is part of the Dawn Farm Series and will take place from 7:30 - 9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, at the St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Education Center. The program will describe the differences between social drinkers and alcoholics and provide a physician's view of alcoholism as presented in the literature of Alcoholics Anonymous. This event is free and open to all. Registration is not required. CE is provided. For more information, call 734-485-8725 or visit the Web site below.
	Web site: http://www.dawnfarm.org/edseries.html
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Nov. 18: Make-A-Wish fund raiser at Cosi Restaurant

	The Make-A-Wish Foundation helps many young patients. Visit the Cosi Restaurant located at 301 South State Street from 4 - 9 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, and 10 percent of the proceeds from your food order will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. For more information, call 734-332-1669.
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Nov. 19: Taubman Talks

	Taubman Talks will take place at noon Thursday, Nov. 19, in the Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience Institute Waggoner Conference Room. The talk will feature presentations from Yehoash Raphael's Laboratory: Reiko Watanabe, M.D., will present "Nascent Cells with Stem Cell Features in the Mature Cochela" and Yoshihisa Ueda, M.D., will present "The Use of Junctional Modulators for Stem Cell Insertion into the Auditory Epithelium."
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Nov. 20: Internal Medicine Grand Rounds/Cancer Center's Martel Lecturer

	Internal Medicine Grand Rounds/Cancer Center's Rhoda Martel Memorial Lecture will take place at noon Friday, Nov. 20, in Ford Auditorium. Deborah Schrag, M.D., M.P.H., will present "Insuring and Ensuring High Quality Cancer Care for Our Most Vulnerable Patients." Schrag is an attending physician at Dana Farber Cancer Institute and is an associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School in Boston. For a real time interactive link, visit connect.umms.med.umich.edu/intmedg. Box lunches will be provided.
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Dec. 1: Straight Talk, a juvenile fire injury prevention program

	Straight Talk is a juvenile fire injury prevention program. This family oriented, hospital-based program targets youth ages eight to 17 who exhibit high-risk behavior associated with fire play, fire setting or juvenile arson. It addresses the medical and social consequences associated with devastating burn injuries. Medical professionals, an injury prevention specialist and fire fighters provide families with techniques necessary to promote a safe home environment and prevent fire related injuries. The program will take place from 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, in Ford Auditorium. For more information or to register, visit the Web site or call 734-232-3813.
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Quizlette: Test your knowledge of influenza - part three

Influenza is a serious respiratory illness that spreads from person to person. It can lead to pneumonia, ear infections, sinus infections, dehydration and worsening of chronic medical conditions, such as congestive heart failure, asthma or diabetes, and even death.

1. If you had only one choice, what is the single best way to prevent getting the flu?
A. Covering your mouth when coughing/sneezing
B. Getting a flu vaccine
C. Cleansing your hands often
D. Not touching your nose or mouth

2. If I get the seasonal flu vaccine, I am also covered for the H1N1 virus.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE

ANSWERS

Jackson van pool has an opening

	Our friendly Jackson van pool has openings. Work hours should be between 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. on campus. We leave Jackson at 7 a.m. and make stops to central campus and end at the medical campus. We arrive back in Jackson around 6:15 p.m. For more information, e-mail Crystal at crysmill@med.umich.edu.
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New video -- Learn more about the hazardous materials you work with

Do you work with hazardous materials? A brief and informative online video is available to show you how to locate material safety data sheets for the materials that you work with. It is important to know where you can readily access a material safety data sheet in the event that you, a co-worker, patient or visitor is exposed to a chemical that requires rapid response to minimize harmful side effects.

In addition to emergency first aid procedures, MSDSs contain information that identifies the components/ingredients in the material; physical and health hazards; spill response procedures; safe handling precautions and storage information; control measures and exposure limits; and physical and chemical characteristics.

Be proactive - learn more about the hazardous materials that you work with!

Web site: http://www.med.umich.edu/i/safety/hazmat/msds.htm

Dec. 1 and 8: Ambulatory Care Safety Academy courses

	On Tuesday, Dec. 1 from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. and Tuesday, Dec. 8 from 1- 3 p.m., a two-hour Safety Academy course will be offered to managers, supervisors, lead clerks and MAs, and safety liaisons of clinics (both on and off-site) and other outpatient clinical services. This course provides participants with the knowledge and tools to effectively manage health and safety in their department. Registration is required. To learn more, view the flyer.
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Nov. 20: Center for Chemical Genomics Colloquium Lecture Series

	The Center for Chemical Genomics Colloquium Lecture Series will take place at 9 a.m. Friday, Nov. 20, in Palmer Commons Forum Hall featuring Christopher M. Moxham, Ph.D., senior research adviser, lead Optimization Biology, Eli Lilly and Company, Indianapolis. Moxham will present "Eli Lilly and Co. Phenotypic Drug Discovery Initiative."
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Nov. 23: Cancer Center Grand Rounds featuring Robert Bristow, M.D., Ph.D., FRCPC

	The Cancer Center Grand Rounds will take place at noon Monday, Nov. 23, in Ford Auditorium, featuring Robert Bristow, M.D., Ph.D., FRCPC, University of Toronto, Ontario Cancer Institute. Bristow's seminar is entitled "Contextual Synthetic Lethality and Cancer Therapy: A role for the tumor microenvironment in DNA repair." Lunch will be served, beginning at 11:30 a.m., in the Ford Lobby. All are invited to attend.
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Nov. 23 - 24: U-M Livonia Vein Center Healthy Leg Days sale

	Just what your legs have been aching for -- the two-day U-M Livonia Vein Center and SIGVARIS Healthy Leg Day sale. Stop by the Towsley Link from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23 and Tuesday, Nov. 24, to stock up and save. Buy three get one free on all SIGVARIS support hose any style and any color, or save 10 percent off quantities of three or less. Free U-M tote bag with any purchase. For more information, call 734-432-7662.
	Web site: http://www.livoniavein.com
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Nominate a colleague for the Kaiser Teaching Awards

	Consider nominating a colleague for one of the Kaiser-Permanente Awards for Excellence in Teaching. There will be one award given to an outstanding pre-clinical teacher and one given to an outstanding clinical teacher. Any faculty member who teaches in the M1 or M2 portion of the medical school curriculum may be nominated for the pre-clinical award; faculty with major teaching effort in the M3 or M4 years are eligible for nomination for the clinical award. Faculty who have previously received a Kaiser award are not eligible for re-nomination. For further information about the Kaiser awards and for instructions on submitting a nomination, visit the Web site. At this time, we are asking for names of nominees and brief qualifying statements only; all necessary support materials will be requested at a later date. The deadline for nominations is Dec. 1.
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Dec. 5: Real Life program, an adolescent alcohol and drug prevention program

	Real Life is targeted to youth ages 11 - 17 who have experimented with alcohol and/or drugs or who are at risk for this behavior. This day-long education intervention program addresses medical and social consequences and focuses on techniques to prevent serious injury. With the help of medical professionals, injury prevention specialist, young patient survivors, crash investigators and local police, participants get a first-hand look at the consequences of drug and alcohol related injuries. The program will take place from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, in Ford Auditorium. For more information, visit the Web site or call 734-232-3813.
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Nov. 30: Good luck farewell for Fritz Seyferth

	Please stop by to bid farewell and wish Fritz Seyferth the best as he moves on from the Cardiovascular Center to focus on his team building and leadership development consulting practice. A reception will take place from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 30, in the Cardiovascular Center Board Room, room 5321.
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Nov. 19: LiFT = Living free of tobacco

	The UMHS Tobacco Consultation Service special support group LiFT = Living Free of Tobacco will meet from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at 2025 Traverwood Drive, Suite A3. This is an informal meeting for people who are looking for extra support from a past quit or who would like more information about quitting. At this open forum, you can talk about any issues you are having or ask questions, and brainstorm solutions together. Registration is not necessary. For more information, call 734-998-6222.
	Web site: http://www.med.umich.edu/mfit/tobacco
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H1N1 vaccine now available for all patient care providers

The supply of H1N1 influenza vaccine has improved enough to allow vaccination of all faculty/staff who provide direct patient care in any area of UMHS, as well as staff who enter patient rooms to interact directly with patients. The complete list of who is eligible for the vaccine is available here.

A walk-in vaccination clinic for all eligible faculty and staff will take place from 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23, in University Hospital Dining Rooms C and D.

Vaccination for employees is also available at Occupational Health Services (3rd floor, MedInn, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. M-F) and at Ambulatory Care sites that have H1N1 vaccine.

Remember, if you begin to feel ill, use the online flu guidance tool to guide you.

For more information on flu-related issues at UMHS, visit www.med.umich.edu/u/flu.

Dec. 11: NCBI Molecular biology resources webinar

	The Health Sciences Libraries and the University Library Bioinformatics Interest Group is sponsoring a webinar presented by Peter S. Cooper, Ph.D., Public Services, National Center for Biotechnology Information. Cooper will present a brief tutorial covering molecular and literature database searching at the NCBI through the Entrez system and BLAST. The session emphasizes database integration as part of the NCBI Discovery system. The tutorial features the new NCBI PubMed interface, the new home page and other aspects of the NCBI Discovery initiative that enhance usability and highlight data relationships. Cooper will give an overview of databases, describe types of molecular data, demonstrate OMIM, SNP, genome information and BLAST searching using a single gene as an example to navigate across the integrated databases, search tools and other resources at the NCBI site. Registrants will be able to do hands-on work in the computer classroom during the webinar. The webinar will begin at 3 p.m. in 2802 Med. Sci. II on Friday, Dec. 11. Space is limited, so please register early. For more information or to register, visit the Web site.
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Dec. 8: Eva Feldman, M.D., Ph.D., to speak at the Detroit Economic Club

	Eva Feldman, M.D., Ph.D., director of the Taubman Institute, will speak about "Stem Cells: The New Frontier of Medical Science," at the Dec. 8 meeting of the Detroit Economic Club at the Westin Book Cadillac Hotel in Detroit. She will explain this new medical technology, the progress Michigan is making in moving to the forefront of stem cell research and what this means for the health and economic well-being of the state. The luncheon will begin at noon. For ticket information, visit www.econclub.org.
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Van pool rider needed from the Fowlerville and Howell areas

	Rider needed from the Fowlerville/Howell areas with work hours from 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Pick-up is at the Tanger Outlet Mall in Howell at 6:30 a.m. with drop-offs at Central campus, Cancer Center and North campus. The van arrives back at Tanger Outlet Mall at 5:15 p.m. For more information, call Barb at 734-936-0661 or e-mail barbhibb@umich.edu.
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Dec. 8: Using EndNote for grant writing

	EndNote can help you in tackling the many hurdles of writing a grant. The program can help you format references according to the grant instructions for the initial funding application, the annual progress reports and the biosketches. This workshop will take place from 1 - 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, in the Taubman Medical Library classroom. For more information or to register, visit the Web site below.
	Web site: http://www.lib.umich.edu/health-sciences-libraries
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Nov. 24: Support the UMHS American Red Cross blood drive

	Support the UMHS American Red Cross blood drive by donating Tuesday, Nov. 24, from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. in the Towsley Center Lobby. Each unit of blood that we use comes from a volunteer in our community -- someone just like you. since the supply of blood in southeast Michigan continues to be at critically low levels, we need efforts like these to ensure we have the necessary blood products to support our care mission. This is an ongoing issue during holiday times. Your contributions support our excellent clinical faculty and staff who help our patients heal and recover from illness and injury. If you are eligible, please register today by visiting www.givelife.org -- use sponsor code: goblue.
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Dec. 1: Workshop reveals basic Macintosh features

	Are you a new Macintosh user wanting to explore the capabilities of your new computer? Are you thinking of getting a Macintosh computer and are interested in hearing why you should switch? This workshop is designed by Apple representatives to help answer these questions and more. The workshop will take place from 9 - 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, in the Taubman Medical Library room 3950. Presented by David Pugh of Apple Computer. For more information or to register, visit the Web site.
	Web site: https://www-a1.lsa.umich.edu/es_conf/app/DisplaySession.asp?sessionid=3694
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Dec. 17: 'Changes in the NIH Grant Game: Impact Trumps Details'

	The Medical School Office of Research cordially invites everyone to join us for a workshop about changes in the NIH peer review scoring system and the corresponding new format requirements. The workshop will take place from 1 - 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, in the North Lecture Hall, Med Sci II. Chris Black from the Office of Research will cover the changes as outlined on the NIH Web site. A panel of faculty members, who serve on NIH study sections, will comment on their experience using the new review scale and will offer additional suggestions on addressing the evaluation criteria while complying with stricter page limits. The panel will address R, K and P awards. To register for the workshop, please visit the Web site. For more information, e-mail Kathryn Ridner at kridner@umich.edu or call 734-763-4086.
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Dec. 1: Teens Using Drugs, What to know and what to do - Part one

	Teens Using Drugs: What to know and what to do, will take place from 7:30 - 9 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, at the St. Joseph Mercy Michigan Heart and Vascular Center auditorium, 5325 Elliott Drive, Ypsilanti. It is a free, ongoing, two-part series presented on the first and second Tuesdays of each month from October - June. Classes are free and open to all. Teens using drugs: What to know and what to do - part one The program is presented by Ron Harrison, social worker; and co-sponsored by Dawn Farm, the Livingston/Washtenaw Safe and Drug Free Schools Consortium and St. Joseph Mercy Health System Mission Services. For more information, visit the Web site below or call 734-973-7892. Registration is not required.
	Web site: http://www.teensusingdrugs.org
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Policies, what's new -- identification of inpatients and outpatients

	Identification of Inpatients and Outpatients, policies 02-02-002 and 02-02-003 respectively, have been revised to identify the identification process for both inpatients and outpatients while in the operating room.
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Personal gifts from vendors, patients or patient family members

	The Health System Compliance Office is reminding all Health System faculty and staff that gifts from vendors may not be accepted. Gifts of nominal value and perishable gifts (like cookies, candy, etc.) from patients or patient family members may be accepted, but should be shared with all personnel in your area or unit. For more information and guidelines, visit the Frequently Asked Questions page available on the Compliance Web site.
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Metabolic Fitness Program -- multidisciplinary approach to metabolic syndrome

	The Metabolic Fitness Program is an award-winning lifestyle modification program aimed at reducing risk factors for metabolic syndrome, such as obesity, high blood pressure, high fasting blood sugar and low HDL cholesterol. People with metabolic syndrome are at increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease and diabetes. The six-month program combines clinically supervised exercise sessions and lectures on nutrition, exercise, stress management and strategies for behavior change in a supportive group format. Sessions meet on Tuesdays from 5:30 - 7 p.m. at Cardiovascular Medicine at Domino's Farms. Physician referral required. For more information, visit the Web site below.
	Web site: http://www.med.umich.edu/cvc/services/site_preventive/classes.html
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Dec. 1: Department of Biological Chemistry William E.M. Lands Lectureship

	Department of Biological Chemistry William E.M. Lands Lectureship will take place at noon Tuesday, Dec. 1, in Med. Sci II North Lecture Hall. The lectureship will feature, Richard Wurtman, M.D., Cecil H. Green Distinguished Professor, Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA. Wurtman will present "Administering Phosphatide Precursors Increases Synaptic membrane, Dendritic Spines, and probably, Brain Synapses?"
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Cancer research funds available

The Comprehensive Cancer Center is pleased to announce the availability of funds to support cancer innovation proposals. A principal goal of these awards is to support preliminary collaborative research studies emanating from at least two of our UMCCC research programs that would enable or enhance new grant application submissions to the NIH or other extramural, peer-reviewed funding agencies (e.g., American Cancer Society, Department of Defense). Planned new collaborative cancer grant submissions that are eligible for support from the Cancer Research Innovation Grant Program are geared to the following outcomes:

Program project-type applications (PO1 or SPORE applications) in which UMCCC members from two or more UMCCC programs will serve as project leaders or co-investigators
Multi-disciplinary RO1-type applications led by two or more UMCCC investigators who do not presently hold a funded collaborative RO-type grant in the proposed research area

For more information, visit the Web site. Application deadline is Jan. 7, 2010.

Dec. 1: What parents can do about teen depression and suicidal behavior

	Most teens have "down days" and many struggle with negative moods on a regular basis. How do we differentiate negative moods from clinical depression? What do we need to know about suicidal thoughts and impulses? What can parents do? This session will be a primer for parents of teens, with ample opportunity for questions and discussion. The program will take place from 7 - 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, in University Center for the Child and Family, 530 Church Street. For more information, call 734-764-9466 or visit the Web site.
	Web site: http://www.umuccf.com
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Nov. 30: Otolaryngology Holiday Craft Show

	The Otolaryngology holiday craft show will take place from 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 30, in the Taubman Center Walter Work Conference Room, 1906. The sale will include: holiday gift baskets, jewelry, decorated lighted blocks, Mary Kay products and soy wax candles.
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Quizlette: Test your knowledge of influenza - Part four

Influenza is a respiratory illness caused by viruses that spreads from person to person. It can lead to pneumonia, ear infections, sinus infections, dehydration and worsening of chronic medical conditions such as congestive heart failure, asthma or diabetes. It can even lead to death.

1. You should stay home if you have which of the following flu symptoms?
A. Fever of 100 degrees F (37.8 C) or higher
B. Sore throat, cough or runny nose
C. Both of the above

2. If you get the flu, you are most contagious:
A. In the first few days of the flu
B. In the first few days after the flu
C. Both of the above

ANSWERS

Come see for yourself what your friends and co-workers have already discovered with the Cosmetic Dermatology and Laser Center

The holiday season is right around the corner, so this is a good time to come experience what makes the Cosmetic Dermatology and Laser Center exceptional.

Private and personalized care by board certified dermatologists
Convenient location and hours for UMHS employees
Faculty doctors perform ALL procedures
Consistently named a "Top 10 Clinic" in patient satisfaction
State-of-the art lasers and procedures
We coordinate your comprehensive cosmetic needs with other UMHS departments
Payroll deducation is now available for employees
Discount offered for all UMHS employees

To schedule your consultation and take the first step toward looking and feeling your best, call 734-615-0682. We are conveniently located on the first floor of the Taubman Center -- right inside Dermatology -- Reception B. For additional information, visit our Web site.

Holiday hours for the lab coat room

	In Observance of Thanksgiving, the lab coat room will be closed Nov. 26 and 27. The lab coat room will reopen at 8 a.m. Monday, Nov. 30. In the event of an emergency, page Linen Management on pager 5003.
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Dec. 2: Come learn about our new Medical School "platform" in China

	You are invited to a Town Hall style meeting from 5 - 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 2, in Ford Auditorium, to hear about the Medical School's recent activity in China and participate in discussions about the new Medical School "platform" in China. Speakers include, James O. Woolliscroft, M.D., dean, and Joseph C. Kolars, M.D., senior associate dean for Education and Global Initiatives. A panel will also include, Steven L. Kunkel, Ph.D., senior associate dean for Research, and Amy Huang, M.D., project manager. For more information, e-mail Dr. Huang at yanhuang@med.umich.edu. A short video about this effort is available here.
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Dec. 2: IRB Regulations 203 -- writing a study specific adverse event and data and safety monitoring

	All studies benefit from having a plan that addresses the safety of subjects and/or the safety of subjects' data. Complexity of a plan depends upon the risks involved in the research. This workshop offers suggestions primarily for minimal to moderate risk studies but provides an outline appropriate for all studies. We will also discuss federal guidance and regulations that apply, how the nature of the research relates to the content of the plans and IRB requirements. The workshop will take place at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 2, in the Taubman Medical Library. For more information or to register, visit the Web site below.
	Web site: http://www.med.umich.edu/irbmed/education.htm#work
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Nov. 30 and Dec. 10: A whirlwind tour of new clinical resources

	Join the Health Sciences Libraries from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 30 and Thursday, Dec. 10, in University Hospital 2C228 to view the new electronic resources that the M-Library now has available. In addition to DynaMed, EMBASE and Scopus, come see the new Mirlyn and new PubMed interfaces, AccessMedicine, AccessPharmacy, StatRef!, CINAHL, Pediatric Care Online, Facts and Comparisons, Dentistry and Oral Sciences Source, ACP and MedlinePlus. This is a drop-in session, and registration is not necessary. Come for a few minutes to pick up handouts or stay and play for an hour. For more information, e-mail hslibraries@umich.edu.
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Nov. 30 - Dec. 4: 'Books On the Go' book fair to support the Health Education Resource Center

Need to pick up some holiday gifts? If so, why not pick up a new book and help benefit the Health Education Resource Center at the same time? The MFit Health Education Resource Center is sponsoring a "Books on the Go" book fair at East Ann Arbor Health and Geriatric Center:

10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 30
9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1 through Thursday, Dec. 3
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4

Payroll deduction, cash, checks and major credit cards are accepted. Part of the proceeds will benefit the Resource Center.

Web site: http://www.med.umich.edu/mfit/herc

Dec. 14: Balancing work, family and life workshop

	This presentation and group discussion is designed to help parents with multiple responsibilities (children, work, school, elder care, etc.) lead a more balanced life. Get tips for building a support network of family, friends, and colleagues; establishing boundaries and limits; and making time for yourself and for your family. The class will be presented by LaShon Williams-McCants, work-life consultant, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14, at the Center for the Education of Women. For more information or to register, visit the Web site or call 734-764-6005.
	Web site: http://www.cew.umich.edu
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A new van pool forming from the Howell area

	A new Howell area van pool is forming. Would you like to save money on gas and let someone else do the driving? If you are interested, call Andrea at 734-998-7120 ext 267 or Jain at 734-647-9710.
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Internal Medicine Grand Rounds

	Because of the Thanksgiving Holiday, there will be no Internal Medicine Grand Rounds on Friday, Nov. 27.
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Funds available for subsidized use of U-M research resource cores for problems in aging research

The Nathan Shock Center for the Biology of Aging announces the availability of subsidy funds to help U-M faculty members purchase services from the University's family of research resource cores. These funds can be used to help pay up to 40 percent of costs at any U-M core that has published user fees or recharge rates. Some examples of these cores include:

Center for Integrative Genomics
Metabolomics and Obesity Center
Protein Structure Facility
DNA Sequencing Core
Center for Molecular Imaging
Center for Chemical Genomics
Affymetrix and DNA Microarray Core
shRNA Library Core

The research project must address questions related to the physiology, cell biology, genetics or molecular biology of aging.

For detailed information, visit Funding Info. For Use of U-M Research Cores.

Gift shops holiday hours

	The gift shops in University Hospital, Mott Hospital and the Cardiovascular Center will be closed Thursday, Nov. 26 and Friday, Nov. 27 for the Thanksgiving holiday. The shops will resume normal hours on Saturday, Nov. 28.
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Seeking a Toledo area van pool rider

	Let me do the driving and save wear and tear on your vehicle. With winter approaching, wouldn't it be nice to be a passenger rather than a driver? Our Toledo van pool will have a spot available on Dec. 1. The van leaves Sylvania Rite Aid (Old Pharm) parking lot at 6:10 a.m., stops at Exit 5 - Blissfield and Milan and arrives at University Hospital at 7:15 a.m. The van departs University Hospital at 4 p.m. arriving in Sylvania at 5 p.m. For more information, e-mail mpastran@umich.edu.
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TIAA-CREF 'one-on-one' counseling available to you

A representative from TIAA-CREF will be available for "one-on-one" counseling in the University Hospital Dining Rooms from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. on the following dates:

Friday, Dec. 4, dining room A
Friday, Dec. 16, dining room B

To schedule a consultation, call 1-800-732-8353 or visit www.tiaa-cref.org/services/meetings.

Dec. 2: Center for Injury Prevention among Youth and the Injury Research Center seminar

	The Center for Injury Prevention among Youth and the Injury Research Center invite you to a seminar on 'Pediatric Injury Prevention' present by Andrea C. Gielen, ScD, professor and director, Center for Injury Research and Policy, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. The seminar will take place at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 2, in the School of Public Health I Lane Auditorium. For more information, e-mail Arushi Baluja at arushi@umich.edu . Light refreshments will be provided.
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Winter MHealthy xxercise and relaxation class schedule now available

	To help you plan for winter fitness and well-being, MHealthy has released its winter exercise and relaxation class schedule, one week before registration begins Monday, Nov. 30. Get an early look at the more than 75 classes available to U-M faculty, staff, students and the general public (perfect if you would like to join with a friend or family member!). Classes run for 14-weeks, Jan. 7 - April 14, and include yoga, Pilates, Zumba, body sculpting, spinning, step aerobics and much more. U-M employees receive a $10 discount per class (spinning and 15-visit punch cards are not included). To view the fall schedule, visit www.hr.umich.edu/mhealthy/programs/activity/classes.
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Events

Great American Smokeout

Time: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2009 11:00am - 2:00pm

Address: Link, Towsley Center
Address: 1515 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Great American Smokeout marks the 34th annual celebration. This national event sponsored by the American Cancer Society encourages tobacco users to quit for 24 hours, and hopefully for good. The UMHS Tobacco Consultation Service will host Great American Smokeout from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, in the Towsley Link. Survival kits will be available for those wanting to participate and quit the next day for 24 hours. Sample "mocktails" and have your lung function tested for free. Anyone willing to turn in their remaining cigarettes that day, will recieve a coupon for a "cold turkey sandwich" from the cafeteria.

Student Alliance for Global Reach calendar sales

Time: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2009 11:00am - 1:00pm

Address: Level 3, Cardiovascular Center
Address:

The 2010 Student Alliance for Global REACH calendar contains photos taken by students during their 2009 trips which reflect their projects and their commitment to global health. Cost for the calendars are $15. Your purchase will help support the 2010 service learning trips.

Web site: http://www.med.umich.edu/medschool/globalreach/

Pathology Quilts on display

Time: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2009

Address: Caftereria and glass hallway by Cancer Center,

The Annual Pathology Charity quilts are back. There's something for everyone, an M quilt, Big Ten, kaleidoscope, batiks, flannels, big, small, monkeys and monsters.

100 percent of the proceeds from these 30 beautiful, handmade quilts go to UMHS' patient families in severe financial need.

Quilts will be on display:

Monday, Nov. 9 and Wednesday, Nov. 18, University Hospital Cafeteria and glass hall by the Cancer Center
Tuesday, Nov. 10 and Wednesday, Nov. 11, Cardiovascular Center lobby and Biomedical Science Research Building lobby
Thursday, Nov. 12 and Friday, Nov. 13, East Ann Arbor Health and Geriatrics Center

The quilts may be viewed online as well as purchsing the raffle tickets. Ticket cost is $1 each or six for $5. the winning tickets will be drawn on Friday, Nov. 20.

Web site: http://www.pathology.med.umich.edu/charity/quilts/quilts.html

Psychiatry Grand Rounds - Kathleen Welsh-Bohmer, Ph.D., ABCN

Time: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2009 10:30am - 12:00pm

Address: Garden Level Auditorium, Rachel Upjohn Building
Address: 4250 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2701

Kathleen Welsh-Bohmer, Ph.D., ABCN, professor, Department of Psychiatry, Duke University, will present the annual Max L. Hutt Lecture, "Current Crossroads in Diagnosis of Early Alzheimer's Disease."

Web site: http://www.psych.med.umich.edu/events/GrandRounds.asp

Make-A-Wish fund raiser at Cosi Restaurant

Time: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2009 4:00pm - 9:00pm

Address: Cosi Restaurant
Address: 301 South State Street, Ann Arbor

Vist the Cosi Restaurant located at 301 South State Street from 4 - 9 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 and 10 percent of the proceeds from your food order will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. For more information, call 734-332-1669.

Department of Surgery Research Seminar Series

Time: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2009 4:00pm

Address: 2903, Taubman Medical Library
Address: 1135 E.Catherine St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Marina Pasca Di Magliano, Ph.D., will present, "Embryonic Signaling Pathways in Pancreatic Cancer."

Neurology Grand Rounds

Time: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2009 11:00am - 12:00pm

Address: 2C108, University Hospital
Address: 1500 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Judith Heidebrink, M.D., will present Neurology Grand Rounds at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, in University Hospital room 2C 108. Heidebrink will present "Are Two Heads Better Than One? Dementia Diagnosis by Consensus." Heidebrink is an assistant professor in the Department of Neurology.

Introductory course for emerging clinical and translational scholars

Time: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2009 8:00am - 5:30pm

Address: Forum Hall, Palmer Commons
Address: 100 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

An introductory course for emerging clinical and translational scholars will take place from 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17 and Wednesday, Nov. 18 in Palmer Commons, Forum Hall. Attendees will be provided with an overview of clinical translational research and pathways to develop an academic career focused on clinical research. Content includes an orientation into the skills required for successful research design and analysis, requirements for protection of human research participants, how to successfully apply for research funding and the critical importance of optimal mentoring. Through breakout sessions, the course will provide opportunity for hands-on application.

For more information or to register, visit the Web site.

Registration: Required

Book signing with Virginia Haroutunian

Time: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2009 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Address: Friends Gift Shop, main shop, University Hospital
Address: 1500 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Book signing by Virginia Haroutunian, author of 'Orphan in the Sands.' "At the age of seven Tourvanda 'shut down' her feelings to survive a desert march in the 1915 Armenian Genocide at the hands of the Ottoman Turks." 'Orphan in the Sands' is about the evolution from the depths of black despair to the liberation of the human spirit. Visit the Gift Shop from noon - 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, to meet the author and get your copy of 'Orphan in the Sands' signed. All proceeds benefit programs at the hospital.

Workplace 2009

Time: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2009

Address: Four Points Sheraton
Address:

Workplace 2009 is a University-wide conference designed for people at all job levels who want to explore leadership development within a limited time period. It is intended to set the stage for future learning opportunities as the participants continue to enhance their skills, knowledge, creativity, work and life satisfaction, effectiveness and career paths. Come for a half-day, or all day as we ask ourselves questions like the following:

What will we need to learn to develop meaningful leadership skills, and how can we build on that learning throughout our lives?
How can we communicate better with others as we are discovering our own personal leadership style?
What resources in the University and the wider community can we draw upon?
How can we support our friends and colleagues as they face similar challenges?
What are the skills we will need to develop in order to be a better team member?

The conference will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 18, at the Four Points Sheraton. Cost for the program is $150 for half-day or $259 for full-day attendance. For more information or to register visit the Web site or call 734-764-7410.

Web site:  http://www.umich.edu/~wkplace

Fee:  Varies

Registration:  Required

Pathology Research Seminar Series

Time: Thursday, Nov 19, 2009 4:00pm

Address: 4234, Medical Science I
Address: 1301 Catherine, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Kevin Shannon, M.D., Auerback Distinguished Professor of Molecular Oncology, Department of Pediatrics and Director, Medical Scientist Training Program, University of California San Francisco, will present "Targeting Hyperactive Ras in Cancer."

Web site: http://www.pathology.med.umich.edu/gradprogram/Seminar.html

H1N1 vaccine update: Mass clinic for midnight staff; more employees now eligible

Time: Thursday, Nov 19, 2009 11:00pm

Address: C213, Med Inn Building
Address: 1500 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

A full list of the groups of patients and staff that may now be vaccinated is available here.

A mass clinic will take place for midnight shift employees from 11 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, through 7 a.m. Friday, Nov. 20, and 11 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20 through 7 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, in Med. Inn C213. Visit the above link for details.

Nasal vaccine is being given to those employees who meet the criteria to receive it. Please see this flier for more information on the safety of nasal vaccine for UMHS health care workers. You may find additional information on the CDC Web site.

Remember, if you begin to feel ill, use the online flu guidance tool to guide you.

Taubman Talks

Time: Thursday, Nov 19, 2009 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Address: Waggoner Conference Room, Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience Institute
Address: 205 Zina Pitcher

Presentations from Yehoash Raphael's Laboratory featuring Reiko Watanabe, M.D., who will present "Nascent Cells with Stem Cell Features in the Mature Cochela," and Yoshihisa Ueda, M.D., who will present "The Use of Junctional Modulators for Stem Cell Insertion into the Auditory Epithelium."

Introduction to MERLOT

Time: Thursday, Nov 19, 2009 9:00am - 10:30am

Address: Classroom, Taubman Medical Library
Address: 1135 E.Catherine St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

This workshop will provide an introduction to the MERLOT, Multimedia Educational Resources for Learning and Online Teaching, repository. MERLOT is a peer-reviewed repository of online resources freely available for use in teaching. Workshop participants will learn how to search for materials, create their own account and create their own collection. The instructor will focus on selections for nurse educators as examples. Individual sessions to target your interest are available by appointment.

The workshop will take place from 9 - 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, in the Taubman Medical Library, classroom. For more information or to register, visit the Web site.

Web site: https://www-a1.lsa.umich.edu/es_conf/app/DisplaySession.asp?sessionid=3688

Registration: Required

Beginning PowerPoint

Time: Thursday, Nov 19, 2009 10:00am - 12:00pm

Address: 3950, Taubman medicla Library
Address: 1135 E.Catherine St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

In the "Introductory PowerPoint" class, essential elements of PowerPoint will be introduced within a series of hands-on exercises. In two hours you will learn to quickly build and deliver effective presentations, import graphics, excel charts, animate bulleted text, print handouts, build for "Web" or stand-alone presentations, develop for a MAC or PC computer. Minimal computer experience is required.

This workshop will take place from 10 a.m. - noon Thursday, Nov. 19, in the Taubman Medical Library room 3950. For more information or to register, visit the Web site.

Web site: https://www-a1.lsa.umich.edu/es_conf/app/DisplaySession.asp?sessionid=3689

Registration: Required

Radiology Research Seminar -- recent advances in near-field 3-D ultrasound

Time: Thursday, Nov 19, 2009 12:00pm

Address: 2C224, University Hospital
Address: 1500 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

USC advances in 3D ultrasound technology focus on developing novel transducer designs for imaging the breast, carotid artery and musculoskeletal system. Transducers acquire rectilinear volumes near the transducer with only electronic scanning that can allow for real-time and reliable acquisition. Preliminary 3D images presented. Related project: novel adaptive signal processing strategies to suppress sidelobes and clutter will be discussed. Lastly, we have acquired 3D strain images using a 2D array.

Learn how to use Confluence, a wiki for the Health System

Time: Thursday, Nov 19, 2009 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Address: West Lecture Hall, Medical Science II
Address: 1301 Catherine Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

On Thursday, Nov. 19, from 2 - 5 p.m., Medical School Information Services will be hosting several training sessions about its wiki, Confluence, at the West Lecture Hall in Med Sci II. Confluence is a wiki, which is an enterprise-wide web-based tool available for online collaboration. Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop to follow along. Both first time and advanced Confluence users are encouraged to attend.

Web site: https://www.umms.med.umich.edu/confluence/display/demo/Confluence+Training

Broadcast about performance improvement methodologies

Time: Thursday, Nov 19, 2009 2:00pm - 3:00pm

The Joint Commission Quality and Safety Network is presenting a live broadcast on "Using Performance Improvement Methodologies to Increase Compliance and Measure Outcomes." The broadcast can be viewed live from your personal workstation via streaming video. A tape recoding of the broadcast will be available to view on demand one week following the live broadcast date. CE credit is available.

Web site: http://www.med.umich.edu/i/quality/edu/jcr_qsn1.html

Clinical Research Career Development Awards - Getting Started

Time: Thursday, Nov 19, 2009 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Address: Forum Hall, Palmer Commons
Address: 100 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Junior faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and scientists interested in clinical and translational research are invited to join Michigan Institute for Clinical and Health Research and the Medical School Grants Review and Analysis office for an introduction to submitting clinical research career development awards. Learn all you need to know to get started on a proposal including advice on finding great mentors; the importance of methods, completing budgets; the personal statement, didactic program and more.

For more information or to register, visit the Web site.

New Weight Watchers at Work session to begin in the Cancer Center

Time: Thursday, Nov 19, 2009 10:30am

Address: 5206, Comprehensive Cancer Center
Address: 1500 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

A new Weight Watchers at Work session will take place in the Cancer Center at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, in room 5206. For more information, call 734-936-3657.

Assert yourself now -- at home, at work and in relationships

Time: Thursday, Nov 19, 2009 4:30pm - 7:00pm

Address: CEW
Address: 330 E. Liberty Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Carolyn Lewis-Stone, CEW senior counselor will lead an interactive workshop, which will address concerns about exhibiting assertive behavior and will experience opportunities to learn and practice being assertive through role play. Participants will learn how assertive behavior may reduce stress, prevent confusion and calm potentially explosive situations yet still leave everyone with self-esteem intact.

The workshop will take place from 4:30 - 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at the Center for the Education of Women. For more information or to register, visit the Web site or call 734-764-6005. Cost for the program is $20.

Web site: http://www.cew.umich.edu

Registration: Required

Gifts of Art presents: Instrumental World Music by Acoustic Eidolon

Time: Thursday, Nov 19, 2009 12:10pm

Address: Main Lobby, floor 1, University Hospital
Address: 1500 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Joe Scott and Hannah Alkire have combined their musical talents to create Acoustic Eidolon's unique sound, incorporating a rich blend of Celtic, contemporary, bluegrass and Latin music. Scott plays an instrument he invented: the double-neck guitjo, a custom acoustic guitar with two necks, which has incredible range and tonal qualities, sounding at times like a piano, dulcimer or harp. With Alkire's stunning tone and impeccable cello-playing, you have an exciting new acoustic instrumental sound.

Web site: http://www.med.umich.edu/goa/performances.htm

U-M/March of Dimes Health Walk

Time: Thursday, Nov 19, 2009 11:00am - 1:00pm

Address: Dow Auditorium, Towsley Center
Address: 1515 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Join U-M Health System, March of Dimes and the Ann Arbor community as we walk in support of our long-standing commitment to the health and well-being of mothers and babies on Thursday, Nov. 19. Information about women's and children's health issues will be provdied at education stops from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. . The first 500 walkers will enjoy complimentary lunch and t-shirt. The opening ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. in Dow Auditorium featuring Karin Muraszko, M.D., professor and chair, Department of Neurosurgery.

LiFT = Living free of tobacco

Time: Thursday, Nov 19, 2009 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Address: Suite A3,

The UMHS Tobacco Consultation Service special support group LiFT = Living Free of Tobacco will meet from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at 2025 Traverwood Drive, Suite A3. This is an informal meeting for people who are looking for extra support from a past quit or who would like more information about quitting. At this open forum, you can talk about any issues you are having or ask questions, and brainstorm solutions together. Registration is not necessary. For more information, call 734-998-6222.

Web site: http://www.med.umich.edu/mfit/tobacco

H1N1 vaccine update: Mass clinic for midnight staff; more employees now eligible

Time: Friday, Nov 20, 2009 11:00pm

Address: C213, Med Inn Building
Address: 1500 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

A full list of the groups of patients and staff that may now be vaccinated is available here.

Remember, if you begin to feel ill, use the online flu guidance tool to guide you.

Center for Chemical Genomics Colloquium Lecture Series

Time: Friday, Nov 20, 2009 9:00am - 10:00am

Address: Forum Hall, Palmer Commons
Address: 100 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Lecture by Christopher M. Moxham, Ph.D., senior research adviser, Lead Optimization Biology, Eli Lilly and Company, Indianapolis, will present "Eli Lilly and Co. Phenotypic Drug Discovery Initiative."

Internal Medicine Grand Rounds/Cancer Center's Martel Lecturer

Time: Friday, Nov 20, 2009 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Address: Ford Auditorium, University Hospital
Address: 1500 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Internal Medicine Grand Rounds/Cancer Center's Rhoda Martel Memorial Lecture will take place at noonFriday, Nov. 20, in Ford Auditorium. Deborah Schrag, M.D., M.P.H. will present "Insuring and Ensuring High Quality Cancer Care for Our Most Vulnerable Patients." Schrag is an attending physician at Dana Farber Cancer Institute and is an associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School in Boston. For a real time interactive link, visit connect.umms.med.umich.edu/intmedg. Box lunches will be provided.

H1N1 vaccine now available for all patient care providers

Time: Friday, Nov 20, 2009 1:30pm - 6:00pm

Address: Dining Rooms C and D, University Hospital
Address: 1500 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

This is in addition to the groups announced previously.

The full list is available here.

Walk-in vaccination clinics for all eligible faculty and staff will be held as follows:

Midnight shift:
Tonight, 11 p.m. - 7 a.m., MedInn Room C213
Day/evening shift:
Friday, Nov. 20 1:30 - 6 p.m., Dining Rooms C and D, University Hospital
Monday, Nov. 23, 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., Dining Rooms C and D, University Hospital

Vaccination for employees is also available at Occupational Health Services (3rd floor, MedInn, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. M-F) and at Ambulatory Care sites that have H1N1 vaccine.

Remember, if you begin to feel ill, use the online flu guidance tool to guide you.

For more information on flu-related issues at UMHS, visit www.med.umich.edu/u/flu.

U-M Livonia Vein Center Healthy Leg Days

Time: Monday, Nov 23, 2009 7:00am - 5:00pm

Address: Link, Towsley Center
Address: 1515 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Just what your legs have been aching for! The two-day U-M Livonia Vein Center and SIGVARIS Healthy Leg Day sale. Stop by the Towsley Link from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23 and Tuesday, Nov. 24 to stock up and save. Buy three get one free on all SIGVARIS support hose any style, any color, or save 10 percent off quantities of three or less. Free U-M tote bag with any purchase. For more information, call 734-432-7662.

Web site: http://www.livoniavein.com

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Science Seminar Series

Time: Monday, Nov 23, 2009 12:00pm

Address: Danto Auditorium, Cardiovascular Center
Address:

The "Frontiers in Cardiovascular Science" weekly seminar series will feature Mariana Kaplan, M.D., associate professor of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, University of Michigan Medical School. Kaplan will present, "Mechanisms of Premature Atherosclerosis in Systemic Autoimmune Diseases." Lunch will be served for the first 65 attendees.

Web site: http://med.umich.edu/cvc/seminars/frontiers.html

H1N1 vaccine now available for all patient care providers

Time: Monday, Nov 23, 2009 10:30am - 4:00pm

Address: Dining Rooms C and D, University Hospital
Address: 1500 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

This is in addition to the groups announced previously.

The full list is available here.

Walk-in vaccination clinics for all eligible faculty and staff will be held as follows:

Midnight shift:
Tonight, 11 p.m. - 7 a.m., MedInn Room C213
Day/evening shift:
Friday, Nov. 20 1:30 - 6 p.m., Dining Rooms C and D, University Hospital
Monday, Nov. 23, 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., Dining Rooms C and D, University Hospital

Vaccination for employees is also available at Occupational Health Services (3rd floor, MedInn, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. M-F) and at Ambulatory Care sites that have H1N1 vaccine.

Remember, if you begin to feel ill, use the online flu guidance tool to guide you.

For more information on flu-related issues at UMHS, visit www.med.umich.edu/u/flu.

Student Alliance for Global Reach calendar sales

Time: Monday, Nov 23, 2009 11:00am - 1:00pm

Address: Level 3, Cardiovascular Center
Address:

Web site: http://www.med.umich.edu/medschool/globalreach/

Cancer Center Grand Rounds featuring Robert Bristow, M.D., Ph.D., FRCPC

Time: Monday, Nov 23, 2009 12:00pm

Address: Ford Auditorium, University Hospital
Address: 1500 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

The Cancer Center Grand Rounds will feature Robert Bristow, M.D., Ph.D., FRCPC, The University of Toronto, Ontario Cancer Institute. Bristow's seminar is entitled "Contextual Synthetic Lethality and Cancer Therapy: A role for the tumor microenvironment in DNA repair."

Lunch will be served, beginning at 11:30 a.m., in the Ford Lobby. All are invited to attend.

Dawn Farm Education Series: The doctor's opinion on alcoholism

Time: Tuesday, Nov 24, 2009 7:30pm - 9:00pm

Address: St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Education Center
Address: 5305 Elliott Drive, Ypsilanti, MI 48197

"The Doctor's Opinion on Alcoholism" will be presented by Herbert Malinoff, M.D., addictionologist. This presentation will describe the differences between social drinkers and alcoholics, and provide a physician's view of alcoholism as presented in the literature of Alcoholics Anonymous. This event is part of the Dawn Farm Education Series, and is free and open to all. Registration is not required. CE is provided. For more information, call 734-485-8725 or visit the Web site below.

Web site: http://www.dawnfarm.org/edseries.html

U-M Livonia Vein Center Healthy Leg Days

Time: Tuesday, Nov 24, 2009 7:00am - 5:00pm

Address: Link, Towsley Center
Address: 1515 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Web site: http://www.livoniavein.com

Support the UMHS American Red Cross blood drive

Time: Tuesday, Nov 24, 2009 7:00am - 7:00pm

Address: Lobby, Towsley Center
Address: 1515 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Support the UMHS American Red Cross blood drive by donating Tuesday, Nov. 24, from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. in the Towsley Center Lobby. Each unit of blood that we use comes from a volunteer in our community - someone just like you. The supply of blood in Southeast Michigan continues to be at critically low levels, thus our effort to ensure we have the necessary blood products to support our care mission. This is an ongoing issue during holiday times. Your contributions support our excellent clinical faculty and staff who help our patients heal and recover from illness and injury. If you are eligible, please register today by visiting www.givelife.org - using sponsor code: goblue.

Cytoscape

Time: Tuesday, Nov 24, 2009 10:00am - 11:30am

Address: Classroom, Taubman Medical Library
Address: 1135 E.Catherine St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

This hands-on workshop will present an overview of Cytoscape, an open source molecular interactions visualization tool. Cytoscape allows you to explore molecular interactions and biological pathways and integrates these networks with annotations, gene expression profiles and other state data. Cytoscape can facilitate filtering, clustering and searching of your interactions. Many additional features are available through its extensive list of plug-ins.

Web site: http://www.lib.umich.edu/health-sciences-libraries

Registration: Required