Message of the Week #183
March 11th, 2003

FAMILY HAPPENINGS:
OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS go out to Randy Curl, Class of 2003, his wife Negail, and their son Jason, as Negail departs next week for overseas. We also extend our continued wishes to Melissa Porco, Class of 2005, as her husband Jason Moody, is deployed overseas.

WE WISH TO EXTEND CONDOLENCES to Marc Frankenberry, Class of 2003, on the recent death of his sister.

NOTICES:
TO ALL STUDENTS RE: NEXT WEEK'S SCHEDULE: The Office of Student Services will be busy handling the Match Scramble Monday afternoon, Tuesday and Wednesday. Out of respect for all concerned, please keep communication through this office to email and phone during these dates. You may also contact the Dean on Call in the event of emergencies, 598-4000, -0673 (M) or 341-1500 (C).

NOTICE TO ALL STUDENTS:
HIPAA Training Online: Please see HIPAA CBL.doc attachment. This is MANDATORY for all MD and MD/PhD students. Training/testing must be completed by April 10. All students who do not comply will relinquish their contact with patients and their research.

MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN regarding the current HSC fiscal status. See attached.

TALENT SHOW VIDEO PURCHASE: 2 Tapes (show on one, third year video on second) . Available at the cost of the video tapes. If you are interested in getting a copying please order by Wednesday, March 12, 2003 E-mail abanfie3@mix.wvu.edu

TALENT SHOW VIDEO CHECKOUT: For anyone who missed the show but does not wish to buy a copy after copies are made one will be available through Student Services.

MORGANTOWN BLOOD DRIVES IN MARCH: Wednesday, March 19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., HSC, John Jones Conference Room, appointments only. Please call 598-4095.

SEELINGER SCHOLARSHIP: Three $4000 scholarships are awarded each year. Applicants must be residents of WV; pursuing a M.D. degree in the School of Medicine; be in good academic and professional standing and a full-time second, third or fourth year students by the fall of 2003. Qualifications include: demonstrated entrepreneurial instincts and abilities; demonstrated acceptance of an adherence to the work ethic; demonstrated strong academic promise through past performance; shall be expected to express written appreciation to the donors upon receiving a scholarship and shall be required to provide in writing a progress report to the donors prior to a renewal of a scholarship. Applications are available in the Financial Aid Office, Room G111 HSN. Extended application deadline is Monday, March 17, 2003.

SCHOLARS IN CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE AND STROKE: The Scientific Councils of the American Heart Assoc. Stipend is $2,000. Applications must be received by March 31, 2003. Stop by Student Service Office for Scholarships to get more information.

SCHOOL ON ALCOHOLISM AND OTHER DRUG DEPENDENCIES: Physicians Section of the 52nd Annual Session of the University of Utah being held the week of June 15, 2003. Scholarship assistance includes $390 in tuition, $125 housing allowance and up to $350 in travel. For more information stop by to view the Scholarships Book in Student Services.

REGISTRATION FOR SUMMER 1, 2, AND FALL will soon take place on the Morgantown and Charleston campuses. Resolve any restrictions ASAP!

EPOCRATES Rx PRO: We are in the process of obtaining discount codes for 50% off the usual annual subscription cost of $49.99 for students interested in having this program. It contains the free Epocrates version as well as a pharmacopoeia of alternative medications, guidelines for the treatment of infectious diseases, clinical tables (e.g. ACLS protocols, treatment of hypertension, narcotic equivalents, insulin comparisons, OCP hormonal activity, etc.) and a calculator with over 30 of the most common formulae for palmheld computers. We will let you know when the codes are available..

EVENTS:

AOA ADDRESS: Fri., Mar. 28, 2003, 5:00 p.m. WVU Auditorium in Charleston. Open to all Faculty, Residents, Students and Staff. Speaker is Shawn Chillag, MD, Professor and Chairman, Department of Medicine, University of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina. Topic: "Never Grow Up" (aka - why did I get into this?).

AOA INDUCTION BANQUET: This is for Members Only - Fri., Mar. 28, 2003, Embassy Suites, Charleston, Salon E, 6:00 Cocktails, 6:30 Dinner, 7:30/8:00 Post Dinner Awards. More details to follow - watch your mailbox and email.

MORGANTOWN HEALTH RIGHT WALK/RUN: Pre registration weekdays in front of the HSC Bookstore. Registration and race begins at 1:00 p.m. on Sat., Mar. 29 at the Lot 81 Parking Lot on Van Voorhis Rd. Questions contact Jessica Perry at jperry3@mix.wvu.edu.

AWARDS CONVOCATION: Fri., May 2, 2003, 5:00 p.m., Hostler Auditorium, Morgantown and WVU Auditorium, Charleston. MDTV between campuses.

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What's Happening this Week - Morgantown:

RESEARCH FORUM: On Wednesday March 12th there will be an MD/PhD Research Forum in the Biochem conference room 3122A at 5pm. Dr. Reed director of the Cancer Center will be presenting.

PAIG MEETING: Wed., Mar., 12, 2003, noon - 1 p.m., Room 2094.

FMIG MEETING: Wed., Mar. 26, 2003 - noon - 1 p.m., Room 3067

AMSA MEETING: Wed., Mar. 26, 2003 - noon - 1 p.m., Room 2118 Path Amp., Speaker is Eric Davis, MD, on "Alcoholism/Drug Addition and Health Professionals".

EMERGENCY TRAFFIC ROUTE CHANGE AT RUBY: See attached.

Class Notes:
MS 4/Class of 2003:
LATE GRADUATION INFO.: To those of you who have received phone messages and numerous email requesting your regalia and diploma information. Please know that we cannot guarantee that you will receive your gown, hood, tam and diploma in time for graduation since we have not received your forms and payment. The due date for all this was on Feb. 3 plus two extension dates were given. If you have questions, please contact Carol in Student Services at 293-4961 or email at ckurcaba@hsc.wvu.edu.

MATCH WEEK SCHEDULE submitted today in a class email. Please read carefully, respond as requested, and contact us with any questions.

MATCH DAY LUNCHEON: Thurs., Mar. 20, 2003, 11:30 a.m., Erickson Alumni Center, Durrett Hall. YOU MUST RSVP TO THE DEMOGRAPHIC PAGE!

"CREATING YOUR FUTURE" AN AFTER MATCH LUNCHEON: Mon., Mar. 24, 2003, JE Jones 1,2,3. Elaine Mason of WVU Placement Service Office. RSVP to Carol Kurcaba at ckurcaba@hsc.wvu.edu by Mar. 17, if you plan to attend. This is a really nice, very informative, buffet luncheon you don't want to miss!

SENIOR BANQUET: Mark your calenders. Fri., May 16, 2003, Lakeview Scanticon Resort and Conference Center, 5:30 Student Photo Session Begins, 5:30 p.m. Cocktail, 6:30 p.m. Dinner, 8:00 p.m. Post Dinner Program and Dance. More details to come.

FAMILY LUNCH: Sat., May 17, 2003, Lakeveiw/Pines - TBD, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

INVESTITURE: Sat., May 17, 2003, WVU Rec Center, 7:00 p.m.

COMMENCEMENT: Sun., May 18, 2003, WVU Coliseum, students must arrive by 12:30 p.m., ceremony begins at 1:30 p.m

MS 2/Class of 2005:

BEST WISHES this week during your Winter Module final exams.

CLASS ELECTIONS for third year class officers will take place Tuesday, March 25th, 12 noon (location tba). Students wishing to run for an office must submit a letter of intent to the deans by Monday, March 24th 5:00 p.m. either in writing or via StudentServicesMedicine@hsc.wvu.edu (reply to this email).

KAPLAN QBANK ENROLLMENT deadline Friday, March 14th. Registration form attached.

MORGANTOWN THIRD YEAR STUDENTS: We are giving you a limited opportunity to make internal, body-for-body swaps of rotations for next year's schedule. Both students involved in the swap must come in person to see Pam Carico and sign-off on the schedule. No swaps can be accepted after April 1st. The schedule will be sent out to the class by the end of the week.

CHARLESTON THIRD YEAR STUDENTS: Please continue to work through Charissa for changes to your schedule. An opportunity for internal, body-for-body swaps will occur in the near future.

ENJOY your Spring Break next week. Travel safely - and use sun screen!

MS1/Class of 2006:

MSI FIELD TRIP: Friday, March 14, 2003, Parking at Coliseum closest to Arboretum. Arrival for registration 7:10 a.m. Depart on buses from the Blue Gate at 7:30 a.m. If you are planning on driving - please note that there is limited parking. Also, you must let Carol Kurcaba by know that you plan on driving and/or going down with someone, please email Carol at ckurcaba@hsc.wvu.edu. If you change you mind and decide to take the bus - Carol will also need that information as well. We need to know who will be riding the bus so we don't forget someone!

FMIG SUTURING WORKSHOP: April 28, 2003, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Family Medicine Conference Room.

SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES NOTEBOOK is available for your review in the Student Services Office. Information on Morgantown campus Research projects are still unavailable.

WVU/CAMC SUMMER RESEARCH EXTERNSHIP: June 23 - August 1. Application and project information available from the Student Services Medicine homepage by linking to Charleston Division Student Services or at www.hsc.wvu.edu/charleston.

WVU/CAMC SHADOWING PROGRAM: July 14 - August 8. Application information available from the Student Services Medicine homepage by linking to Charleston Division or at www.hsc.wvu.edu/charleston.

Community Service Opportunities:

SUMMER COACHING OPPORTUNITY: A local middle school is looking for basketball coaches for their summer league. This is an excellent opportunity to serve the community. The dates are June 2 until the end of July. Please contact Terri Martin, Athletic Director work=598-3777 and home 598-8022. or at teemartin@hotmail.com

MTR. SPINA BIFIDA CAMP: Volunteer Camp Counselors are needed. June 14 - 20, 2003, Cedar Lakes, WV (near Ripley, WV) Great opportunity for students majoring in PT, OT, Education, Nursing, Medicine, Rec Therapy & Rehab. You must be available the entire week and have an interest in learning and growing by helping others, and be able to work hard and have fun at the same time! No experience is required. Interested? Call 304-528-5773 to request an application. If no answer, please leave a message with your name, phone number where you can be reached and that you are requesting a camp counselor application. Or write to Mountaineer Spina Bifida Camp, Inc. 2900 1st Ave., Rm. 614, Huntington, WV 25702. Deadline May 1st!

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What's Happening This Week - Charleston:
Class Notes:
RESEARCH LUNCH AND LEARN: Wednesday, March 19, noon. Topic: " Research and HIPAA Requirements - What Every Researcher Needs to Know," presented by Debbie Boland, CAMC Assistant Privacy Officer, and Mary Huntley, MPH. It may be viewed in Rooms 101 and 102 at General, the 3rd floor Conference Room at W&C's and by "live" lecture in Room 2000 of the WVU Building next door to Memorial. RSVP to

388-9960 to be included in the lunch count. Lunch will be provided at all sites.

PEDIATRIC GRAND ROUNDS: Friday, March 14th, 8:00am - 9:00am at Women and Children's Hospital in the Children's Medicine Center Waiting Room. Robert Needlman, M.D., Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Adjunct, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, will present, "Pediatrics Literacy Intervention: Using Books to Simplify the Health Supervision Visit While Encouraging Early Literacy Skills."

MS 4/ Class of 2003:

MATCH WEEK SCHEDULE: Submitted today in a class e-mail. Please read carefully, respond as requested and contact us with any questions.

MATCH DAY LUNCHEON: Thursday, March 20, 2003, 12:30 p.m., 4th floor WVU Building. Match results envelopes distributed at noon, Room 2000. YOU MUST RSVP TO THE DEMOGRAPHIC PAGE!

"CREATING YOUR FUTURE" AN AFTER MATCH LUNCHEON: Tuesday, March 25, Noon, 4th floor WVU Building.Hosted by Elaine Mason of WVU Placement Service Office. RSVP to Judy Newhouse at jnewhouse@hsc.wvu.edu by Monday, March 17 if you plan to attend. This is a really nice, very informative, buffet luncheon you don't want to miss!

SENIOR BANQUET: Mark your calenders. Friday, May 16. Lakeview Scanticon Resort and Conference Center. Student Photo Session Begins at 5:30 p.m., Cocktails at 6:30 p.m. Dinner at 8:00 p.m. Post Dinner Program and Dance. More details to come.

FAMILY LUNCH: Saturday, May 17, Lakeveiw/Pines, 11:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Details regarding cost and guest information will be forthcoming.

INVESTITURE: Saturday, May 17, WVU Rec Center, 7:00 p.m.

COMMENCEMENT: Sunday, May 18, WVU Coliseum. Students must arrive by 12:30 p.m., ceremony begins at 1:30 p.m.

CLASS DUES of $30.00 are to be turned in by Friday, March 14 to Travis McCoy or the Office of Student Services.

PICTURES and long-term contact sheet are to be turned in to Travis McCoy on Match Day.

MS 3/Class of 2004:

Community Service Opportunities:

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS WALK: Saturday, April 26, Charleston. In need of volunteers for registration, relief stations, and as crossing guards for 5 mile walk. Begin at 8:00am at the Columbia Gas Building on MacCorkle and winds through Kanawha City. May leave around noon with a one hour training a few days prior. Contact Christy Conley at 343-5152 or at fundraising@ntelos.net by April 1st.