An electronic newsletter from The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix

January 27, 2006

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Phoenix campus expansion update - UA chosen as DREAMR Award recipient

Progress toward the expansion of the UA College of Medicine to a four-year program in Phoenix is continuing at a rapid pace.  As a result of these efforts, the University of Arizona was awarded the 2006 Copper Square DREAMR (Downtown Revitalization Effort Awards of Merit and Recognition) Organization Award.  The award is presented by the Downtown Phoenix Partnership, a non-profit organization made up of property owners, businesses, government and non-profit organizations.  It recognizes an organization that has "gone above and beyond" to take Copper Square revitalization to new heights.

Facility renovation (Historic Buildings)
Renovation of the historic buildings for the new program of the UA College of Medicine - Phoenix is more than 55 percent complete and ahead of schedule.  Work is expected to be finalized in mid-summer 2006. 

Construction of the ABC 1 building (Arizona Biomedical Collaborative) has begun with excavation of the building's basement.  This project is an example of the unique collaboration between the UA and ASU.  It will house the ASU Biomedical Informatics Department as well as wet lab space for the UA. 

To view a virtual tour of the construction site, please visit: http://www.phoenix.medicine.arizona.edu/video/const0605.avi.

Faculty and administration
 The faculty search committee, which includes representatives from the UA College of Medicine, ASU, TGen and BNI, has identified 32 candidates from over 375 applications received for basic science faculty appointments for the new Phoenix program.  The first two groups of candidates visited Phoenix this month and the remaining candidates will be invited to visit throughout Jan. and Feb. 

The candidates are all participating in a three-day process that includes a reception at the Mayor's office, a symposium presentation related to the candidate's area of research interest (held at TGen), personal interviews and a meeting to discuss teaching and curriculum.

Interviews for the associate dean for academics are also currently in progress.  The candidate selected for this key position will provide leadership in the development of the new academic program in Phoenix.

An executive search firm has been engaged to conduct a national search for the vice dean for the Phoenix program.  The search committee for this position will be formed by early Feb. and will include representation from the Phoenix community.  

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Community Mini Med School registration for spring session in progress

Registration for the spring session of Mini Med School is in progress.  Mini Medical School is a vital tool to promote the College of Medicine’s expansion to a four year program in Phoenix, as well as to educate the public about the exciting programs and research happening at The University of Arizona.  This is an opportunity to learn about medicine, current health issues and the College of Medicine in a way that is fun and understandable.

The spring session begins Mar. 7 and continues each Tuesday evening through Mar. 28, 2006.  Leading faculty members from the UA College of Medicine will present interactive lectures on subjects related to curriculum experienced by real medical school students. 

Spring sessions include:  Ethics in Medicine, taught by Dr. David Beyda; Inside the Mind of a Child, taught by Dr. Dan Kessler; Venomous Creatures, taught by Dr. Leslie Boyer from the UA Poison Center; and Skin Cancer in Arizona...Surviving the Sun., presented by the UA Arizona Cancer Center.

For more information regarding the program, please contact Beth Riggs at (602)631-4600.

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Save the date for upcoming Phoenix Faculty Meeting

Save the date!  The College of Medicine - Phoenix Faculty Meeting and Awards Presentation will be held Monday, Apr. 17, 2006 at the Phoenix Airport Marriott.  More details to come!

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New faculty and staff appointed to the current UA College of Medicine - Phoenix program

The following physicians have been granted faculty appointments to the existing UA College of Medicine - Phoenix program:

Kristen Edmondson Samaddar, MD, clinical assistant professor of pediatrics
Tressia M. Shaw, MD, clinical assistant professor of pediatrics


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Professional development, "Best Practice Series" for medical educators and residents continues

Dr. Robert Kravetz, a retired gastroenterologist and a nationally recognized medical historian, spoke to a group of 40 (mostly physicians) about the fascinating history of medicine in Arizona.  The audience was captivated by stories, photographs, and the historical artifacts on display.   If you would like a videotape or DVD of the program, the cost is $5.  Please make your request via email phxacad@email.arizona.edu or call (602)631-4609. 

Other Best Practices of Medical Educators Seminars in Feb. (at the UA College of Medicine - Phoenix, Suite 415) include:
Feb. 1: Effective PowerPoint Presentations
Feb. 1: The Interactive Lecture: Promoting Active Learning
Feb. 9: Clinical Spirituality
Feb. 21: Motivating Adult Learners: Igniting the Spark
To register, visit www.phoenix.arizona.edu/programs/olt/bpme

Best Practices sessions available in Feb. for residents include:
Feb. 9: Successful Transitioning into Practice
Feb. 15: How to Protect Your Income and Preserve Your Assets
To register, visit www.phoenix.arizona.edu/programs/olt/bpr

 

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