FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 1-5, 2024

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3

□ Pediatrics ECHO

This activity has been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

Virtually via Zoom, 12–1 p.m.

Pyscho-social Considerations in Working with Youth with POTS, Long COVID, and other Autonomic Dysfunctions

Presented by Corinne Espinoza, PhD

> Pediatrics ECHO Website

> Register here for Zoom link

THURSDAY, APRIL 4

□ Pediatric Grand Rounds

This activity has been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

PCH 3rd Floor Auditorium, 8–9 a.m.

A broadcast is available at the Miller Campus in Lehi, 1st Floor, Rooms 1&2

Annual Karen K Hansen Honorary Lecture: Recognizing Violence as a Household Pattern - The Overlap of IPV, Child Abuse, and Pet Abuse

Presented by Tara Holloran, MD, MBA, FAAP; Pediatrics, Indiana University

> Stream live broadcast

> April Grand Rounds calendar

> primarychildrens.org/grandrounds

□ John Carey Foundation Series

This activity has been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

HELIX Bldg Beech Conference Room (1st Floor), 12–1 p.m.

Racism in Healthcare Policy

Presented by Erin Avondet, MD

Lunch will be provided

This CME series provides junior faculty and fellows with a common core curriculum in clinical excellence and academic scholarship. In this course they will learn about subjects that will prepare them for successful academic careers in which they will be effective practitioners, scholars, and educators in their area of expertise.

FRIDAY, APRIL 5

□ Research in Progress

This activity has been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

Williams Bldg East 238A or Virtually via Zoom, 12–1 p.m.

From Small Molecules to Gene-Based Therapy: The Growing Arsenal to Tackle the Unmet Medical Needs of Patients with Rare Genetic Diseases

Presented by Kent Lai, PhD; Pediatrics; Nutrition and Integrated Physiology

COVID-19 and the Pediatric Heart: What Do We Know Now?

Presented by Dongngan Truong, MD, MSCI; Pediatric Cardiology

> Informational flyer

> Zoom link

FUTURE EVENTS

□ Common Problems in Pediatrics Conference

Tuesday-Wednesday, June 4-5, Virtual Event

10 topics will be presented during this 2 half-day virtual event. Be sure to save the date!

 > Save the Date flyer

□ Sip and SIP (Scholarship in Progress)

Thursday, April 25, Eccles Alumni House, 5:30–8:30 p.m.

Calling all educators and scholars within the Department of Pediatrics! 

Join us for an evening to connect and network with fellow educators.

Highlights:

• Med Ed Opportunity Fair: Get connected with education and scholarship opportunities at our interactive fair featuring programs and initiatives from the Department of Pediatrics and the University of Utah
• Keynote address by Dr. Wendy Hobson-Rohrer
• Educational Grant Awardee Presentations

Please RSVP by using the QR code on the flyer or click here to access the form, first signing in with your UofU email address.

Please, e-mail Cheryl Yang and Kathleen Timme with any questions. We look forward to seeing you there!

> Informational flyer

> RSVP here

Clinical Enterprise Updates

MEDICAID DATA BREACH

A breach of provider personal information occurred at Colorado Medicaid, Health First Colorado, Child Health Plan Plus and other affiliated health care programs. All relevant personnel are aware of the breach and the necessary steps to take in response. Below is a reference letter detailing the breach and providing further guidance.

> Colorado Medicaid breach letter

Announcements

ANNUAL COMPLIANCE TRAININGS DUE

Annual regulatory lessons, mandatory for all employees, are now available and must be completed by April 30, 2024. These lessons are crucial to ensure the University of Utah holds the safety of our patients and employees to the highest possible standards and is compliant with CMS, HIPAA, OSHA, and other regulatory services. They are also important for the university’s continuing accreditation. Work with your manager or supervisor to find time to complete these assignments during work hours before the April 30 deadline. Employees who do not complete the required assignments in a timely manner may be subject to formal disciplinary action. You can access your required courses here to log into Bridge. If you have any questions, please see the Annual Compliance Reference Guide and the FAQ page for troubleshooting. You may contact Emily Hansen if you have additional questions. 

> Access your trainings here

ANNUAL OPEN ENROLLMENT: MAY 2024

The university’s annual open enrollment is held in May each year. Elections made during open enrollment will be effective July 1st, the beginning of the next plan year.

Open enrollment is your opportunity to change your medical and dental options, add or remove dependents, enroll in a Flexible Spending Account, enroll in basic life insurance, and enroll or cancel your participation in the group MetLife Legal Plan.

During open enrollment, you will be able to make elections through UBenefits.

Employees will receive additional information as soon as open enrollment materials are made available for the 2024/2025 plan year.

WELLU WELLNESS PROGRAM FOR 2024/2025

Complete requirements by June 30, 2024 to receive discount on health plan premiums for the upcoming plan year (up to $40 per month!)

The WellU Wellness Program provides a discount of up to $40 per month on the cost of enrollment in the university's Employee Health Care Plan. To participate in the WellU Program during the 2024/2025 Plan Year, participants must complete the General Health Assessment Questionnaire, a dental cleaning and exam, and three WellU Wellness Activities by June 30, 2024. Further program details and instructions on completing the requirements can be found below.

> WellU Wellness Program details

PEDIATRICS INTRANET LAUNCH

The Department is excited to announce the redesigned Pediatrics Intranet will be going live on Monday, April 15. More details to come on launch day!

DEPARTMENT OF PEDIATRICS GRANT WRITING WORKSHOP - REMINDER

Pediatrics investigators at any level who are currently writing a grant are welcome to attend the Grant Writing Workshop. The workshop will be held from April 19-21, 2024 at the Homestead Resort in Midway, Utah. During the workshop you will work on your application with review by senior investigators.

Attendance is limited; please contact Michelle Wilcox for registration information.

ACADEMIC ASSOCIATES "BLUE COAT" PROGRAM - REMINDER

Dear PIs and Study Coordinators,

The Pediatric Research Education Office is accepting new research studies for its Academic Associates "blue coat" program. The Academic Associates Program provides undergraduate students the opportunity to learn about the fundamentals of clinical research and to conduct "real time" clinical research through consenting patients and their families into studies in the PCH Emergency Room (and other clinics at PCH and the U of U hospital).  

Our mission is to provide this opportunity to students while supporting the research of the clinician scientists in our department. We are able to provide research support to PIs and study coordinators in the clinical setting as well as give opportunities for them to participate in didactic and mentoring sessions for the students.  

If you or someone you know might be interested in utilizing the Academic Associates program for their research, please contact the Program Coordinator, Hadlee Young, for more information

> Program website

EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP AND INNOVATION EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES - REMINDER

Are you a faculty member, resident, or fellow interested in medical education scholarship? Whether you are developing an innovative curriculum or seeking educational research collaborations, the Educational Scholarship and Innovation leadership team is here to support you.  

Below are upcoming events, how to connect with our leadership team, and funding opportunities to advance your educational and scholarly pursuits.

Upcoming Event

Sip & SIP (Scholarship in Progress), Dept of Peds Educators Networking Event

Calling all educators and scholars within the Department of Pediatrics! Join us for an evening to connect and network with fellow educators at the Eccles Alumni House on Thursday, April 25th, 5:30-8:00 PM.

> RSVP here!

> Informational flyer

One-on-One Support

• If you are in an educational project's planning, development, implementation, or dissemination phase and want advice or support, we are happy to meet with you. 
• E-mail Cheryl Yang, MD and Kathleen Timme, MD, MEd to set up a consultation.  

Department of Pediatrics Educational Grant

•  Next cycle: Late Spring 2024
• Application details are coming soon.

We hope to see you at our upcoming events or to connect one-on-one! Please reach out to Drs. Cheryl Yang and Kathleen Timme with any questions or suggestions.

Peter Chiraseveenuprapund, MD - Rheumatology

"Dr. Chira is wonderful! This is our third visit with Dr. Chira. We really like him. He is great about listening to us and answering our questions. Makes us feel heard and like he cares. I really appreciate the care he has shown to my daughter."

Kaitlyn Mason, GC - Neurology

"The genetic counselor Katelyn [sic] was awesome and spent a lot of time explaining things to us and helping form a plan-of-care moving forward. She also was able to refer us for some different resources and we really appreciated that. Thanks for spending ample time with us, answering questions, and making sure we were all on the same page."

Nikki Mihalopoulos, MD - Adolescent Medicine

"Dr. Nikki is an angel. We adore her and so appreciate her empathetic and professional care."

Raza Patel, MD - Gastroenterology

"Dr. Patel is so awesome! He is fast and efficient but he still takes the time to answer my questions and my son's questions as well!"

Zoe Raleigh, MD - Endocrinology

"Dr. Raleigh explained the medical situation to my child. She made a treatment plan and explained it to him. I appreciate that she talked to him and helped him understand the treatment plan."

Dan Ziebell, MD - Cardiology

"Dr. Zeibel [sic] was great, stayed with me and answered all my questions and seemed very concerned and attentive and not dismissive at all. He stayed with me until I truly understood the situation. And he treated my baby like a real person."