This Week @ MUSM is the official student newsletter of Mercer University School of Medicine designed to keep students up to date on key information and events. |
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Freshman House Advising Picnic
On Friday, November 5, the MD Class of 2025 enjoyed the Fall Freshman Picnic in Macon, Savannah and Columbus. The class enjoyed lunch and games prior to the official competition. Congratulations to the Grizzly Bear house in Macon, the Sun Bear house in Savannah, and the Panda Bear house in Columbus for winning this year's house competition!
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New ‘Top Docs’ Addresses Burnout Among Physicians in Training
Dr. Nobles-James was a panelist in the latest edition of the Medical Association of Georgia's "Top Docs" show, which covers wellness issues among physicians in training. To learn the signs of burnout or to watch the latest edition, click here.
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New Diversity and URiM Email Address
The recently expanded Office of Underrepresented in Medicine now has a dedicated e-mail address: musmdiversity@mercer.edu. Use this email for all questions related to diversity at MUSM.
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Diversity Nights with the University of New Mexico School of Medicine
November 16 | 6 pm
December 1 | 6 pm
UNM School of Medicine invites all medical students, those who are underrepresented in medicine, or anyone who would like to learn more about the diverse people and programs at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center. RSVP here and you will be emailed a Zoom link. For more information, click here or contact GMEoffice@salud.unm.edu.
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Students with an interest in pediatrics and learning about child injury prevention, health behavior change, communication, and advocacy should consider joining this program. Participants will plan and participate in two Days of Action at their own institution and help plan related events across the country. T4CIP is sponsored by the Center for Injury Research and Policy in Columbus, Ohio, and the American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Pediatric Trainees and Council on Injury, Violence, and Poison Prevention. For more information and to sign up, please visit: http://bit.ly/T4CIP. Applications are open until November 28, 2021.
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South Georgia Medical Center’s Internal Medicine Residency
Apply to the newest MUSM-affiliated residency program in Valdosta. Applications are open on ERAS now through November 30.
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New Associate Dean of Academic Affairs on the Columbus Campus
The School of Medicine is pleased to welcome Elizabeth Waring Rhodes, DMD to the Columbus campus. Dr. Rhodes received her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry at the Medical College of Georgia and completed a fellowship in oral medicine at Harvard School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Rhodes is a Georgia native and has lived and practiced in the Columbus community for over two years. She is excited to teach in the PBL curriculum and serve MUSM in Academic Affairs.
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Welcome Brittany Bell, New Clerkship Supervisor in Macon
The School of Medicine is pleased to welcome Brittany Bell to our Macon campus. Brittany has over 13 years of administrative experience, having served in various roles in education and local government. Before joining MUSM, she was the executive assistant to the dean at Mercer’s Stetson-Hatcher School of Business. Brittany holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business and brings a strong skill set and attributes that closely align with Mercer’s values.
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Welcome Jillian Brown, New Clerkship Coordinator in Savannah
The School of Medicine is pleased to welcome Jillian Brown to our Savannah campus. Jillian graduated from Georgia Southern in Savannah, GA with a major in Health Services Administration and has experience working in both healthcare and academic environments. “I am excited to be working with the next generation of future physicians and encouraging them to be the very best versions of themselves!”
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Welcome Michelle Slattery, New Clerkship Coordinator in Savannah
The School of Medicine is pleased to welcome Michele (Mickie) Slattery to our campus in Savannah. Mickie has 30 years of EMS medical experience with 24 years as a paramedic in New Jersey. She has experience as a trauma instructor and a student preceptor. She has been married 24 years with two adult children.
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Primary Care Accelerated Track (ACT) Informational Meeting
Macon | Nov 8 | 5:30 PM | DLR
Savannah | Nov 9 | 5:30 pm | DLR
Columbus | Nov 15 | 12 pm | Classroom 1
All students in the MD Class of 2025 are invited to attend this meeting to learn more about our ACT program. RSVP to Terri Walker.
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MUSM Research Seminar Series
November 9 | 1 pm
Join the latest installment of the MUSM Research Seminar Series as Ashley Horner, PhD discusses neural pathways underlying habitual drug use. Questions about the session or the MUSM Research Seminar Series can be directed to Dr. Bryant Smalley, Associate Dean for Research.
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Visit with a Therapy Dog - Macon
November 11 | 12 pm | Cruz Plaza
Destress with a quick dog therapy session in Cruz Plaza (Macon campus), weather permitting. Contact Trung Quach for more info.
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MUSM Homecoming Tailgate
November 13 | 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Come and connect with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends as we cheer on the Mercer Bears! RSVP to Nicole Kummer, Director of Development, by November 8 for complimentary food, drinks, and game tickets.
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B1 M4 Resource Panel
November 15 | 5 pm
Join Year 2 students as they answer questions and give advice on the most effective resources for tackling B1 M4. Questions or topic suggestions for the panel can be directed to Misty Graham, Academic Success Supervisor.
Passcode: MUSM
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Georgia Rural EM Conference
February 19 - 20 | MUSM Savannah
The Georgia College of Emergency Physicians will hold its annual conference on the Savannah campus. MUSM students can register for free. Volunteer opportunities are also available.
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This Week@MUSM is the official student newsletter of the Mercer University School of Medicine. Visit our website to learn more or view past issues.
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