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Sarah Wood, M.D., Recognized as Outstanding Woman Physician
Congratulations to
Sarah Wood, M.D., senior associate dean for Medical Education and associate professor of Integrated Medical Science, who was recognized by the Palm Beach County Medical Society as an Outstanding Woman Physician at the Physician of the Year Awards Dinner. The keynote speaker was mindful living expert, and international best-selling author,
Barb Schmidt.
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Mandi Sehgal, M.D., Featured on NPR's "Up to Date"
On Wednesday, September 17,
Mandi Sehgal, M.D., associate professor of Geriatrics, was interviewed on NPR's live public affairs program, "Up to Date." Program host Steve Kraske and Dr. Sehgal discussed geriatrics: the need for geriatricians, their training, skills, and how to find a geriatrician. Dr. Sehgal noted that the Schmidt College of Medicine is unique in the fact that the college provides content in geriatric care to all students. "We are one of the few medical schools in the country that has a longitudinal curriculum in geriatrics, which means that, in every course at our school we have meaningful content in caring for older adults, so that our medical students, regardless of the specialty they choose, are going to be knowledgeable about the unique nuances of caring for older adults," Dr. Sehgal said.
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Researcher Highlight: Kathleen Guthrie, Ph.D.
This month, FAU's College of Medicine interviewed Kathleen Guthrie, Ph.D., associate professor of Biomedical Science.
Dr. Guthrie's passion for science developed in high school. "I've always loved science, and had a couple of fantastic high school science teachers. I took all of the science classes available and excelled in biology," she explained. This interest in science led to the pursuit of a B.S. in Biology and another B.S. in Chemistry, as well as a Ph.D. in Neuroscience and Behavior at the University of California, Irvine.
Dr. Guthrie's recent work has focused on adult neurogenesis. She is the Principal Investigator on a new R21 grant titled, the "Role of UBe3a in Neuronal Maturation and Synaptogenesis in Adult-born Neurons," sponsored by The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), as part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
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FAU Ranked Among the Most Ethnically Diverse Universities
Florida Atlantic University is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution by the United States Department of Education. For the second consecutive year, the U.S. News & World Report has included FAU on the list of the most ethnically diverse universities in the United States. With a student body that represents more than 102 countries, FAU is weaving a rich tapestry of cultures and traditions within the university community. As part of this richly diverse university community, the Schmidt College of Medicine embraces diversity and inclusion as a means for achieving institutional excellence and to meet its goal of diversifying the future healthcare workforce.
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Resident Highlight
Third year Internal Medicine resident,
Milad Khoury, M.D., won third place for his poster entitled: "Improving blood utilization by multiple interventions: quality improvement project," at the American College of Physicians (ACP) Florida Chapter 2018 Annual Scientific Meeting held in September at the Grand Hyatt, Tampa Bay.
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College of Medicine Investigator Co-Authors
Alzheimer's Disease Paper Published in
Science
Henriette van Praag, Ph.D., associate professor of Biomedical Science at the Schmidt College of Medicine, and a newly recruited member of the Brain Institute, co-authored a paper in
Science titled, "Combined adult neurogenesis and BDNF mimic exercise effects on cognition in an Alzheimer's mouse model." The paper focused on the cellular mechanisms underlying the beneficial effects of exercise on memory function in the 5xTG mouse model of Alzheimer's disease.
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Medical Student Highlights
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On Saturday, August 31, second year medical student,
Danielle Steinberg
, won third place at The Future of Pediatric Practice 2018, Florida Chapter American Academy of Pediatrics (FCAAP) Annual Conference for the oral presentation of her research project "A comprehensive clinical and molecular analysis of pediatric thalamic glioma." Danielle worked at the Children's National Hospital in the genomic research department in the Nazarian lab. The goal of the study was to define clinically and molecularly unique subtypes of thalamic glioma and to use this information for precision medicine. Danielle prepared for her presentation under the guidance of Schmidt College of Medicine faculty members. "I learned so much about the intersection between research and clinical practice and what my role in the advancement of medicine could be in the future. Thank you so much to Dr. Wood, the Robishaw lab, and the students of the journal club at the College of Medicine for helping me improve my presentation," Danielle said.
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Second year medical student, Corina Lopez, was selected to represent the Schmidt College of Medicine for the 2018 Terry Smith Preceptorship. The preceptorship is a practical opportunity for students to demonstrate progressive skill development integrating their knowledge of basic and social sciences, clinical skills, professional development, and social accountability. Students observe documentation of patient's history, physical exams, assessments, and plan of care under the supervision of physicians at three of Humana's owned practice locations. The preceptorship is aimed at preparing students for their future careers as primary care physicians, providing them an introduction to managed care.
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The Medical Student Education Scholarship Review Committee of the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine has selected third year medical student, Michael Gabriel, as one of its 2019 Student Scholars, recognizing his continued commitment to family medicine.
The scholarship provides support for Michael to attend the 2019 Conference on Medical Student Education in January 2019 at the Hyatt Regency Riverfront Hotel in Jacksonville, Florida. Michael will present his poster titled, "A medical student brings PrEP (pre-exposure HIV prophylaxis) to Belle Glade, FL," highlighting his work with Family Medicine residents at Lakeside Medical Center in Belle Glade, to familiarize them with the HIV PrEP as a transportable tool as they serve their communities
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First Year Medical Students Tour the Boca Raton Regional Hospital
First year medical students, the Class of 2022, received a tour and orientation from the staff at the Boca Raton Regional Hospital (BRRH) last month. Throughout the next four years, the medical students will attend several clinical experiences and clerkships at BRRH while completing their medical degrees at the Schmidt College of Medicine.
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2018 Walk to End Alzheimer's
The Schmidt College of Medicine's Geriatric Student Interest Group is assembling a team to participate in the 2018 Walk to End Alzheimer's, on Sunday, October 28 in the Mizner Park Amphitheater in Boca Raton at 8 a.m. The Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest event to raise funds and awareness for Alzheimer's care, support and research.
Click here for more information on joining the College of Medicine team, or to make a donation.
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Medical Students Host Gun Safety Discussion
On Tuesday, September 18, Joanna Drowos, D.O., associate professor of Integrated Medical Science, along with FAU medical students, participated in a lunchtime discussion on the epidemic of gun violence in the United States. This event was hosted as part of a national day of action for Scrubs Addressing the Firearm Epidemic and an American Medical Student Association (AMSA) national campaign called Med Students for Gun Safety. The purpose of the discussion was to contextualize gun violence through epidemiological data, followed by discussion groups regarding causes, impacts and solutions for gun violence on a personal and community level.
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Dade County Street Response Disaster Relief Team Seeks Donations
Dade County Street Response Disaster Relief Team is seeking medical supplies to support patients, and provide care, in the event of a natural disaster. The Disaster Relief Team prepares Miami-Dade County residents for a natural disaster, responds to emergency medical needs during and after a disaster, and connects residents with medical and psychological services in their communities.
The Schmidt College of Medicine has ties to this organization. First year medical student, Olivia Beale currently volunteers her time as a Medical Supplies Coordinator. The program is supported by volunteers, like Olivia, in addition to donations provided by generous students, residents, psychologists, and physicians in the community. The donated supplies go directly towards treating Miami-Dade County residents during a time of hardship and catastrophe. Suggested donations include: basic first aid supplies, gloves, masks, glucometers, glucose test strips (compatible with glucometers), BP meters, fans, and mini-coolers. Feel free to donate other supplies beneficially for providing care. Your donation can make a difference in the lives of the 2.6 million people that reside within Miami-Dade County. For more information, please email Olivia Beale at:
[email protected]
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