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8/1/24 issue

Amanda Silva, MD, Performs First Lymphatic-Venous Bypass at UVA Health University Medical Center

7/30/2024

Amanda Silva, MD, an associate professor of plastic and reconstructive surgery, performed the first lymphatic-venous bypass at the UVA Health University Medical Center in July. This groundbreaking surgery, which most…

Category: Clinical

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Research in Motion: Jaideep Kapur, MD, PhD

7/30/2024

Grand mal seizures are dramatic events. Most of them end by themselves, but some of them continue and threaten the life and brain health of individuals who suffer from them.…

Category: Research

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UVA Researchers Awarded $2.8 Million to Study New Approach for Treating Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms

7/30/2024

New School of Medicine research led by Lian-Wang Guo, PhD, a professor of surgery; Craig Kent, MD, chief executive officer of UVA Health, executive vice president for health affairs, and…

Category: Research

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Arthritis Drugs May Relieve Long COVID Lung Symptoms

7/30/2024

University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers have identified a potential treatment for the respiratory symptoms of long COVID after discovering an unknown cause of the condition inside the lungs.…

Category: Research

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Department of Molecular Physiology and Biological Physics Hosts Successful Postdoc Symposium

7/30/2024

The Department of Molecular Physiology and Biological Physics (MPBP) at the University of Virginia School of Medicine hosted its first postdoc symposium on July 19, 2024. The event was a…

Category: Research

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One Team United on Access — Did You Know? Providers Can Start Early and End Their Clinic Early

7/30/2024

You can start early and end your clinic early, but this requires coordination with the access and clinical teams. For example, if you want to begin clinic at 7:30 a.m.…

Category: Clinical

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Clinical Compensation Plan — Question of the Week: What is the basic structure of the new Clinical Compensation Plan?

7/30/2024

Question: What is the basic structure of the new Clinical Compensation Plan? Answer: Each department will determine the percentage of target total cash compensation for a new hire that will…

Category: Clinical

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The ‘Growth Mindset’ Trend: Experts Caution of Valuing Effort Over Success

7/30/2024

A popular trend in business and higher education, “growth mindset” can have significant downsides when its principles are misapplied, medical educators caution in a new paper. Growth mindset is a…

Category: Research

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The Neurosurgical Atlas Electronic Database: A 30-Day Trial Starts August 1

7/30/2024

The Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, in partnership with UVA's Department of Neurosurgery, is offering a 30-day trial of The Neurosurgical Atlas electronic database starting August 1, 2024. The Neurosurgical…

Category: Education

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Biomedical Engineering Professor Brian Helmke, PhD, Wins Accolades for Teaching and Service

7/30/2024

Among the most prestigious awards a faculty member can receive at the University of Virginia is the Alumni Association’s Distinguished Professor Award. It celebrates those professors who, in the words…

Category: Honors & Awards

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General Surgery Resident Rick Vavolizza, MD, Awarded the 2024 American College of Surgeons Resident Award

7/30/2024

Rick Vavolizza, MD, has been awarded the 2024 American College of Surgeons Resident Award for Exemplary Teaching. This prestigious accolade is a testament to Dr. Vavolizza's lifelong dedication to education…

Category: Honors & Awards

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UVA Cancer Center Selects First ‘Accelerating Innovation Fund’ Project Awards

7/30/2024

The UVA Comprehensive Cancer Center has selected its inaugural Accelerating Innovation Fund project awards. The Accelerating Innovation Fund supports collaborative, internal projects that seek to transform scientific insights into practical…

Category: Honors & Awards

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Applications Sought for 2024-2025 Early-Career Faculty Mentoring Program

7/30/2024

This professional development opportunity is designed specifically for new assistant professors. Sponsored by the Office of Faculty Affairs and Faculty Development, the Early-Career Faculty Mentoring Program supports early-career faculty and…

Category: Faculty

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Enhancing Our Culture: 2024 Annual Retraining Kicks Off With Changes Fueled by ‘Less is More’ Initiative

7/30/2024

We could all probably use a little more time to focus on the things that we value in our lives. Now, a new initiative — inspired by a UVA Health…

Category: Community

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In Memoriam: Honoring the Life of Munsey Wheby, MD, Professor Emeritus of Medicine and Prominent Hematologist

7/30/2024

This past week, we were deeply saddened to learn about the passing of Munsey Wheby, MD, Professor Emeritus of Medicine at UVA. Dr. Wheby, a distinguished hematologist, served as chair…

Category: Community

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In Memoriam: A Tribute to Robert Epstein, MD, Professor and Chair Emeritus of the Department of Anesthesiology

7/30/2024

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Robert M. Epstein, MD, professor and chair emeritus of the School of Medicine Department of Anesthesiology. Dr. Epstein passed away…

Category: Community

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UVA Cancer Center Seeks Ideas for Innovative Community Cancer Projects

7/30/2024

UVA Cancer Center is seeking innovative, community-based projects to reduce the burden of cancer and enhance health equity. This annual program awards as many as five grants of up to $10,000…

Category: Call for Nominations

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Avery Michienzi, DO, Receives National and International News Coverage for Research About Mushroom Gummies

7/30/2024

Avery Michienzi, DO, an assistant professor of emergency medicine, gains national and international media attention for new research on mushroom gummies containing illegal drugs. Mushroom edibles are becoming increasingly popular.…

Category: Media Highlights

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