In the Spotlight
Researchers Take First Sub-Nanoscale Images of Huntington's Disease Protein
Valerie Berthelier, PhD, Assistant Professor of Medicine and Director of Conformational Diseases and Therapeutics Research, and Christopher Stanley, PhD, a Shull Fellow in the Neutron Scattering Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, have used a small-angle neutron scattering instrument, called Bio-SANS, at ORNL's High Flux Isotope Reactor to explore the earliest aggregate species of protein that are believed to be the most toxic in causing Huntington's disease.
Medtronic Awards Grant to Study Possible BRONJ Prevention Treatment
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery faculty received a grant from Medtronic Corp. for more than $75,000 to study the effects of high-dose bisphosphonate treatment on dental extraction sites and treatment with a human recombinant growth factor. Participating in the study are David Gerard, PhD, Professor and Director of Research; Eric Carlson, DMD, MD, Professor, Chairman and Residency Program Director; and Jack Gotcher, DMD, PhD, Professor.
Radiology Residents Pass Oral Board Exam; Dr. Hudson and Dr. Bradley Proctor
The Department of Radiology announces Jason Hill, MD, Monty Smith, MD, Robert Thurman, MD, and Nick Waddell, MD, passed the American Board of Radiology Oral Board Examination. Faculty Kathleen Hudson, MD, and Yong Bradley, MD, sat as oral board examiners.
Dr. Terrell Receives Grant to Examine Nature Versus Nurture in Concussion
The National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment, a leading nongovernmental source for research funding in all sports medicine related to concussion, recently awarded Thomas Terrell, MD, Associate Professor, Family Medicine, a second-year grant of $90,000 to continue his research, "Genetic risk factors for concussion, concussion severity, and neurocognitive recovery in athletes."
Faculty Discuss Hot Topics in the News
Radiology faculty Yong Bradley, MD, and Kathleen Hudson, MD, were guests on the recently launched "Mornings with Fox 43" morning news show discussing recently popular cancer topics. Also, Karla Matteson, PhD, and Darinka Mileusnic-Polchan, MD, PhD, were recently interviewed by WATE 6 News reporters to discuss DNA testing and realities of being a medical examiner, respectively.
Visiting Professor Dr. Park Studies at Regional Forensic Center
Dae-Kyoon Park, MD, PhD, is a visiting professor spending a year sabbatical shadowing Murray Marks, PhD, Associate Professor, in the Forensic Anthropology Division in Pathology's Regional Forensic Center. Dr. Park is a faculty member in the Department of Anatomy in the Soonchunhyang University in Seoul, South Korea.
Dr. Carlson Receives Prestigious Honor from His Alma Mater
On June 4, the Board of Trustees of Connecticut College awarded Eric R. Carlson, DMD, MD, Professor, Chairman and Residency Program Director, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, the Harriet Buescher Lawrence '34 prize during the College's annual awards ceremony.
Dr. Zite Wins Blue Ribbon Award
Nikki Zite, MD, Residency Program Director and Associate Professor, Obstetrics and Gynecology, won a Blue Ribbon Award at a national annual meeting for her research, "Women's Ability to Comprehend the Medicaid-Title XIX Sterilization Consent Form: A RCT."
Radiology Residents Attend National Meetings
Third-year Radiology residents Amanda Ingram, MD, and Jake Pirkle, MD, attended the American Alliance of Academic Chief Residents in Radiolog. Dr. Ingram also received a scholarship to attend the Society of Breast Imaging Biennial Meeting.
Dr. Hudson Elected as Exam Regional Advisor
J. W. Hudson, DDS, Professor, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, has been elected by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons to be the Regional Advisor, District III, for the ABOMS Examination Committee. District III includes 11 Southeastern states and Puerto Rico.
Dr. Craft Provides Leadership on Anesthesiology Exams
Robert Craft, MD, Vice Chairman, Program Director and Professor of Anesthesiology, was selected as a junior editor for the American Board of Anesthesiology Part 1 Certification Exam and the In-Training Examination.
Pathology Hosts Visiting Professor Dr. Robert Young
The Department of Pathology hosted distinguished guest Robert H. Young, MD, FRCPath, on May 5-6. Dr. Young is currently Director of Gynecological and Urological Pathology at the Massachusetts General Hospital and is a Robert E Scully Professor of Pathology at Harvard Medical School.
Dr. Burgiss Honored as Fellow in Telemedicine
Sam Burgiss, PhD, retired professor of Radiology and Health Information Management and Services researcher, was recently elected to the American Telemedicine Association College of Fellows, an honor that recognizes significant achievements in telemedicine, service to the general telemedicine community and service to the ATA.
From the Dean's Office
Defining GSM: What Is Your Story?
James Neutens, PhD, Dean, introduces a pocket card created by the Board of Visitors to help explain "Why Is the Graduate School of Medicine Important to Me?" and "Because the Graduate School of Medicine Exists, We Have..." This card is to prompt faculty, staff, residents, fellows and students to consider their unique stories that define the moniker "GSM."
A New Cancer Institute Will Break Ground in July
The University of Tennessee Medical Center will break ground in July on a new cancer institute. The new, expanded facility will enhance the delivery of the numerous oncology services added by the medical center in recent years as well as accommodate the sharply rising number of cancer cases.
Faculty Appreciation
Dr. Baljepally, Dr. Panella and Dr. Rasnake Are Recognized for Excellence
Faculty recognized in this issue for Faculty Appreciation Week are Raj Baljepally, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor, Medicine; Timothy Panella, MD, Chair and Associate Professor, Medicine; and Mark Rasnake, MD, Residency Program Director and Assistant Professor, Medicine.
News
Frontiers Magazine Features Centers of Excellence, Economic Impact
The Summer 2011 issue of Frontiers magazine features the five Centers of Excellence at the University of Tennessee Medical Center including Brain and Spine Institute, Cancer Institute, Center for Women & Children's Health, Emergency and Trauma Services, and Heart Lung Vascular Institute.
Reporting Hazards, Accidents and Near Misses
The University has a well-established process for reporting accidents, whether it involves an employee, student or visitor. Everyone is encouraged to report accidents as soon as possible to a supervisor. Additional information on this subject can be found by contacting the Risk Management office at 865-974-5409.
Portrait Services Available
A new portrait studio is available for faculty, staff, residents, fellows and students to update their pictures for use in Graduate School of Medicine-related materials. The studio, located in the GSM building on the basement floor, will be open beginning July 13 on Wednesdays from 2-4 p.m. by appointment.
Continuing Education
See certified activities scheduled through Summer 2011.
Heart, Lung, Vascular Update: Early Registration Ends August 26
The annual Heart, Lung, Vascular Update for Primary Care Providers is set for September 9-10, and is approved for 11 AMA, AAPA and ACPE credits. This year, the conference will be held at the Marriott Downtown. Early registration ends August 26, so register today.
Tumor Boards Now Certified for Credit
Beginning in July, the weekly Pulmonary Tumor Board Series will be certified for credits from the AMA and AAPA. The series meets each Thursday, 7-8 a.m., in the Cancer Institute Conference Room, fourth floor, Building D.
CME Courses at UTK Focus on EHR and Lean for Healthcare
Two courses offered by the UT Knoxville Center for Executive Education in the UT College of Business are among the first of their kind in the country and are now certified for CME and CDE credits: Electronic Health Records: The Basics of EHR and Meaningful Use and Lean for Healthcare.
Inaugural GI Cancer Conference Successful
Physicians from throughout the region attended the inaugural Gastrointestinal Cancer Conference where they learned about integrating emerging technologies and treatments into their clinical practices, while presenters provided expert information on interventional radiology, colorectal and pancreatic cancer, endoscopic ultrasound and more.
Scholarly Activity
Residents and Fellows Present at UTGSM Research Days
Residents and fellows at the UT Graduate School of Medicine participated in Resident Research Day, May 25, and Fellow Research Day, May 27, presenting original research in a four-minute oral format.
