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Dear students,
It is always exciting to have a new member of our MCOM family. We welcome Dr. Jackson as the new Associate Dean for Student Affiars. We are very excited to work together in order to bring you the best curricular affairs and student affairs possible.
The first few rounds of tests are done. Don’t forget to reach out if you are struggling and need support. It sometimes is hard to get in the swing of things. There also can be new challenges as you change years and are having to deal with new material.
Respectfully,
Dr. D and Dr. J
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Christopher Jackson, MD, FACP, FSSCI
Associate Dean, Student Affairs
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Deborah DeWaay MD, FACP
Associate Dean, UME
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Welcome Dr. Jackson, the new Associate Dean of Student Affairs! | | |
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Dear Students,
It's an honor to join as your Associate Dean of Student Affairs. I'm a Georgia native, completing my medical school at the Medical College of Georgia. I did internal medicine and a chief residency year at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, TN. My passions are mentorship, EBM-based research, and professional development for medical trainees. Outside of my clinical work, I am an avid musician (play piano), crime show enthusiast, and spouse to the most wonderful person in the world, Alexa. Our doors in the Office of Student Affairs are open to help you navigate the journey to becoming the best physician you can be.
Respectfully,
Dr. J
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White Coat Ceremony - Hilton - Fri Sept 6th - 6pm
Reminder that the White Coat Ceremony is Fri Sept 6th in the Palma Ceia Ballroom at the Hilton Downtown Tampa, 211 N Tampa St. All loved ones are invited, no RSVP or tickets required.
Family Information Session: Fri Sept 6th 3:30pm-4:30pm MDD 240
Pay-to-park in Cumberland Garage or Port Garage
Travel between MDD and Hilton: Drive, Walk, Trolly, Uber, Lyft
White Coat Ceremony: Students should check-in by 5pm at the Hilton Downtown Tampa, in the Palm Ceia Ballroom. Doors to the ceremony space open at 5:30pm.
Parking: pay-to-park in Fort Brooke Parking Garage w/ covered bridge to Hilton or valet at Hilton is available
Attire: business casual (you will be putting your white coat on over whatever you are wearing)
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Reminder to Meet with Career Advisors
Reminder for MS1s – make an appointment with your Career Advisor during the month of October.
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MSQ Prize Drawing at the Student Org Fair!
Complete the AAMC Matriculating Student Questionnaire (MSQ) and submit your confirmation to the MSQ Canvas Assignment by 12pm on Wednesday, September 11. All submissions by the deadline will be entered into a prize drawing!
The MSQ closes on Sunday, September 15.
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LVHN's New Dress Code Policy Begins Sept 16th
LVHN reviewed its prior dress code policy in response to concerns that the dress code was outdated and there was a lack of uniformity in application. A comprehensive review was conducted to ensure the policy was in line with other health-care entities and industry standards, provided accurate and clear information, and met any legal requirements. After a thorough assessment, which included review from leaders, legal counsel and feedback from colleagues, LVHN has finalized a new policy for colleagues that will now be referred to as the Personal Appearance Policy. The Personal Appearance Policy will help to ensure colleagues maintain a professional appearance, which is an important ingredient in providing the best possible experience for our patients and colleagues and will help us focus on our mission. The new policy will go into effect Sept. 16, 2024.
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Drop/Add Reminder
This is a gentle reminder that all drop/adds need to be completed 20 business days prior to the start of your new class. If completed after this time, it will only be approved if there are urgent circumstances that must be addressed.
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Career Advising - MS4 Mock Interviews
Career Advising will be hosting mock interviews for 4th year students on September 20th and October 11th from 1-5pm. These will occur in the collegia rooms, so those rooms will not be available to all students on those days/times
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LVHN's New Dress Code Policy Begins Sept 16th
LVHN reviewed its prior dress code policy in response to concerns that the dress code was outdated and there was a lack of uniformity in application. A comprehensive review was conducted to ensure the policy was in line with other health-care entities and industry standards, provided accurate and clear information, and met any legal requirements. After a thorough assessment, which included review from leaders, legal counsel and feedback from colleagues, LVHN has finalized a new policy for colleagues that will now be referred to as the Personal Appearance Policy. The Personal Appearance Policy will help to ensure colleagues maintain a professional appearance, which is an important ingredient in providing the best possible experience for our patients and colleagues and will help us focus on our mission. The new policy will go into effect Sept. 16, 2024.
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Complete Mandatory End-of-Year Surveys in One45
This is a friendly reminder to complete your End of Year Survey. The survey was administered through one45 and can be found in your To Dos List. Please note, this is a mandatory survey. You can only opt out of it if you are returning from an annual leave of
We appreciate you taking the time to do this. Your input will greatly improve our ability to prioritize future programmatic improvements for the college!
You will have to attend a mandatory evaluation session if you do not complete your survey. Complete your survey to avoid going to detention!
In order to better serve you, please email evalsupport@usf.edu with any inquiries/issues. The Evaluation Team will review your correspondence and will work to resolve your inquires/issues in a timely manner.
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Clinical Site Reminder
It is expected that you follow the same protocols that residents and faculty follow at any clinical site that you are rotating at. We are always here to support you if you are in a situation and need advice or for us to intervene. In addition, if you are asked to break a protocol, you should feel comfortable saying something like:
"Dr. [Attending Physician's Name], I understand the need to be flexible in clinical situations, but I have to follow the protocols set for this clinical setting. Unfortunately, I'm not allowed to go against them. I can get in trouble with my program if I do. I hope you understand."
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Nominate an Exceptional Educator
You have done an amazing job nominating exceptional educators this past year!
Have a faculty, physician, resident, or fellow who impacted you in a significant way? Please submit your stories on exceptional educators. We will highlight nominees in newsletters, on our website, and social media.
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Class of 2028 – Core/SELECT
9/4 Course 1 Test 1
9/16 Course 1 Test 2
Class of 2027 – Core/SELECT
9/9 Course 5 Test 2
9/23 Course 5 Test 3
9/26 Course 5 NBME
Class of 2026 – Core
8/29 Neurology NBME Exam
8/30 Surgical NBME Exam
8/30 Psychiatry NBME Exam
8/30 Surgical GYN ExamSoft Exam
9/26 Obstetrics NBME Exam
9/27 Primary Care NBME Exam
9/27 Medicine NBME Exam
9/27 Pediatrics NBME Exam
Class of 2026 – SELECT
8/29 LVHN Psychiatry NBME Exam
8/29 LVHN Obstetrics NBME Exam
8/30 LVHN Medicine NBME Exam
8/30 LVHN Surgical NBME Exam
8/30 LVHN Neurology NBME Exam
8/30 LVHN Pediatrics NBME Exam
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Upcoming Reminders
Class of 2026 - Third years can request a Saturday appointment with Dr. O’Callaghan by emailing Emily (Epernas@usf.edu).
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Did you know? With Dr. O
Did you know that the Academic Support Center supports students at all phases of their academic performance?
Despite your standing (a new medical student trying to figure it all out OR a 3rd year who needs to vent about the pressures of studying while working full-time), we are here for you!
Just #ASC
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Get to Know the ASC
Emily, Dr. Ciceron, and Dr. O’Callaghan wanted to jump start the fall with some little-known fun facts for you to guess!
- One of us was born in Los Angeles, California
- One of us lived in Dominica
- One of us has been with their husband for 20 years
Interface with us to learn which fact belongs to who!
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ASC Podcast - New Episode
On Episode 9 of the Real ASC Podcast, Dr. Ciceron is joined by 3 class of 2025 medical students to talk about their experiences tutoring students. This episode also highlights tools for studying. At the end of the episode, you can learn about the tutor application process from the ASC Peer tutoring program coordinator Emily Pernas. You can find it in the Panopto Cloud of your ASC class of canvas shell.
Remember, if you would like to be featured on the podcast (or have a great podcast topic to share) please email Chantaec@usf.edu.
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Collegia Points Aug 2024
Points are acquired through attending events hosted by Collegia/OSA and signing in via BullsConnect. Current point totals are from MS2 Orientation, MS1 Orientation, Trivia Night, Build-a-Bull, Sip & Paint, and Game Night.
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MCOM Student Org Fair
The MCOM Student Org Fair will be taking place on Wednesday, September 11 from 5-7 PM in MDD 240. Wear green for Green Wednesday and stop by the OSA table to be entered into a drawing for a prize!
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On Wednesdays - We Wear Green!
As part of a push to enhance school spirit, USF encourages all to wear green on Wednesdays. The Office of Student Affairs, as champions of this effort, host prize giveaways periodically for students who participate. It must be green clothing items that you wear intentionally all day (hats or swapping sweaters with your friends does not count). When giveaways occur, they are first come first serve and while supplies last. Check out the MCOM MD school-wide Discord or @mdstudentlife_mcom Instagram for more information on when giveaways take place.
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International Snack Bar
On August 9th, the LV-Campus hosted an International Snack Bar featuring various candies, cookies, and snacks from Turkey, Japan, Korea, Europe, South Africa, and Mexico. Students lined up to sample flavors from around the world and enjoyed unique foods together after class.
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Walking Challenge - from Pennsylvania to Paris
Beginning August 2nd and ending on August 11th, SELECT hosted a Walking Challenge from Allentown, PA to Paris, France and/or a step challenge up the Eiffel Tower. The Walking Challenge was a team event and the step challenge was an individual event. In the Team Event, walking from Allentown, PA to Paris, France, our teams completed a total of 1,444,502 steps! That is about 20% of the distance. In the Individual Event, climbing the steps to the top of the Eiffel Tower, our participants climbed a total of 19,070 steps! That is about 11 trips to the top of the tower.
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Study: (MCC #23218/IRB #Pro00078564) To be or not to be a radiologist: What matters to medical students
Principal Investigator: Dr. Dana Ataya, Associate Faculty Member, Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Moffitt Cancer Center
Co-Principal Investigator: Dr. Joshua Wright, Breast Imaging Fellow, Moffitt Cancer Center
Time to Complete: less than 10 minutes.
Identifying perceptions, factors, and barriers contributing to the lower proportion of diverse radiology residency applicants is key in increasing representation in the field. This is an anonymous research survey about medical students’ views on radiology and factors which may impact their consideration of radiology as their future specialty.
Participation is completely voluntary. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Ataya: Dana.Ataya@moffitt.org and Dr. Wright: joshua.v.wright@moffitt.org
Click here to complete the consent form and survey: https://redcap.aws.moffitt.org/surveys/?s=CXDRNMEAHE3X4XP3
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If you would like to post your survey, please email the details to RISE@usf.edu. | |
All past issues can now be found at the bottom of the Helpful Links page (that is on you QR Code cards)! | | | | |
