News
Genetics Center Offers Tests Exclusive to the Region
The UT Graduate School of Medicine Genetics Center laboratories are the first in the region to offer two new tests: Warfarin Mutation Panel and KRAS Mutation Analysis. Read more
Annual Performance Evaluations for Staff Due March 27
Annual performance evaluation summary forms are due to the Office of Faculty and Staff Affairs March 27. Read more
Spring '09 Frontiers: Going Beyond our Doors to Serve the Community
Watch newsstands this month for Frontiers Magazine to learn more about how our physicians go beyond expectations to serve the community. Read more
Business Survival Skills Series Continues March 25
Business Survival Skills for Physicians, a series designed to assist physicians who plan to go into private practice, will continue March 25. Read more
The Pulse Has a New Look
The Graduate School of Medicine's employee site, The Pulse, has a new look and fresh content. Read more
Graduate School Updating Disaster Plan; Training to Follow
The UT Graduate School of Medicine is in the process of updating our disaster plan, which is an organized method by which we ensure the safety of our employees in the event of an emergency. Read more
Medtronic Announces New Disclosure Practice
Medical device manufacturer Medtronic joins several pharmaceutical companies planning to disclose U.S. consulting fees, royalties or honoraria of $5,000 or more made to physicians, including consulting agreements. Read more
Law Discusses Impacts of Recently Proposed Resident Work-Hour Restrictions
The Institute of Medicine recently made recommendations to adjust resident work hours. In an article, William Law, Jr., MD, FACE, FACP, Clinical Professor of Medicine and Chief of Endocrinology, discussed the impacts these new requirements would have on the Graduate School of Medicine, residents and the community. Read more
Research
Graduate School of Medicine Shares Knowledge Worldwide
Through publications and invited presentations, Graduate School of Medicine researchers, faculty, residents and fellows impact patient care worldwide.
From the Dean's Office
Bright Spots: Reaching Our Goal One Step at a Time
James J. Neutens, PhD, FASHA, takes a few moments to illustrate how we are continuing to take steps toward achieving our goal of national recognition in medical education through initiatives including the Virtual Research Organization and Office of Medical Education and Research. Also, the Dean invites you to share your "bright spots." Read more
In the Spotlight
Patents Demonstrate Advances in Neurological Diseases and Nuclear Medicine
Valerie Berthelier, PhD, and George W. Kabalka, PhD, received patents from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for extraordinary medical research. Read more
B. Beasley Passes National Certification Exam in Molecular Genetics
Brittany Beasley, UT Genetics Center Molecular Laboratory Technologist trainee, passed the National Credentialing Agency national certification examination in molecular genetics. Read more
Preston Medical Library CAPHIS Prepares for 20th Anniversary Celebration
The Preston Medical Library Consumer and Patient Health Information Service began in 1989 with a $5,000 grant from the Tennessee State Library and Archives. Read more
New Faculty, Staff, Residents and Fellows
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Continuing Medical and Dental Education
Register by March 31 for Faculty Development CME Workshop, April 3
Registration is open for the April 3 Faculty Development Workshop, designed for UT Graduate School of Medicine faculty and volunteer faculty by our Academy of Scholars Committee. The free CME workshop will be held at the UT Visitors' Center Friday, April 3, 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., and continental breakfast and lunch will be served. Read more
Growth Factor, Technology in Oral Surgery Topics of Sullivan CDE Lecture
The 2009 John E. Sullivan, D.D.S. Endowed Lecture: Growth Factor Use in Surgical Techniques and Technology-Driven Treatment in Dental Implant Techniques, April 29, Wood Auditorium, UT Medical Center, will closely examine options for oral surgery. Read more
CME-Certified Grand Rounds Offer Diverse Topics
Earn CME credits by attending the CME-certified grand rounds this year. The UT Graduate School of Medicine presents these sessions with Internal Medicine and the University of Tennessee Medical Center Brain and Spine Institute. Read more
