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Wednesday, January 4, 2023

Case of the Month

From the Division of Hospital Medicine
"An elderly man with generalized weakness"

Story and Case:

An 82-year-old man was admitted for evaluation of progressive generalized weakness for a few weeks. Past medical history consisted of dilated cardiomyopathy with LVEF (Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction) of 40%, ventricular tachycardia status-post automatic implantable cardioverter defibrillator (AICD), remote history of large B-cell lymphoma, chronic headache, and dizziness for years which had gotten worse over the past three to four months.

The patient’s initial presentation was notable for a low-grade temperature of 37.6 and borderline hypotension. Physical exam was notable for a pale, chronically ill-appearing man with diffuse weakness. The remainder of the exam, including a neurological evaluation, was unremarkable. Upon further questioning, the patient revealed he was recently placed and then taken off sacubitril/valsartan due to episodes of hypotension. Thereafter, the patient stopped taking his remaining anti-hypertensives. The patient’s initial infectious work up, CT head, echocardiogram, and AICD interrogation were unrevealing. He remained afebrile for the next few days. After IV hydration, he clinically improved. However, on the fourth day of hospitalization, he developed acute altered mental status with associated right facial droop, expressive aphasia, fever, and worsening leukocytosis. A repeat CT head was again negative. Brain MRI showed a left frontal lobe mass suggestive of possible low-grade glioma. The brain lesion was inaccessible for biopsy due to its diffuse nature. Patient was started on dexamethasone and antibiotics to cover meningitis. Lumbar puncture revealed normal glucose, elevated protein, and a cell count of 455 with lymphocytic predominance. Unfortunately, the patient deteriorated after lumbar-puncture and had a witnessed seizure. He was transferred to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and emergently intubated for altered mental status due to seizures and meningoencephalitis. Repeat MRI showed severe interval progression of large left frontal lobe lesion, significant mass effect, midline shift, and evidence of herniation. EEG showed no epileptiform activity. Cerebro-Spinal Fluid (CSF) flow-cytometry and CSF serologies were negative. Eventually, the patient’s condition declined rapidly, and his family decided to withdraw all life-supportive therapy.

Have an interesting case that you want to share with the DOM faculty?
Contact Lenore Meeks for template, sample cases, and how to submit. 

Register Today!

Register today for the Department of Medicine's Office of Faculty Development and Mentoring Subcommittee half-day Mentee Training Workshop. Join us for the chance to learn more about mentorship including benefits, strategies, and how to maintain effective mentee relationships.
CME approval pending.

Zoom + Room: Best Practices in Delivering a Hybrid Educational Session
Friday, January 20 | noon–1 p.m. | Zoom
During this interactive lecture, participants will explore the challenges and opportunities of teaching and learning in hybrid environments. During the session participants will explore the following: (1) Using the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework to guide planning of learning experiences and (2) Integrating Poll Everywhere strategies to promote learner engagement.

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Mark Your Calendar

• CV Review Session | March 14, 2023 | 8–10 a.m.
  This session provides an opportunity for faculty to receive individualized advice on their progress toward promotion from a member of the department's Faculty Development Promotion and Tenure Committee. (Virtual)
• DOM Faculty Enrichment, Education, and Development (FEED) Conference | March 24, 2023 | 8 a.m.–noon
  The annual FEED conference provides career advancement advice and workshops for clinician educators, clinical researchers, and basic scientists. (Virtual)

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Research 

FAME Grant Cycle Now Open
The Department of Medicine is now accepting applications for the 2023 FAME (Fostering the Academic Mission in the Emory DOM) grant program. This program is designed to provide support for clinical faculty, allowing them to dedicate up to 20% of their professional time to scholarly activity including research, education, mentoring, and quality improvement projects.

One FAME grant will be awarded by the Department of Medicine with additional potential awards supported by divisions. Grants will cover a 12-month period beginning September 1, 2023.

FAME Grant Deadlines
Letter of intent (LOI)*: Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Full application: Monday, February 27, 2023

*Applicants are required to submit an email to DOMResearch@emory.edu stating the name of the applicant, applicant’s division, and proposed title. This email serves as a “letter” of intent and is a required part of the application process.

Need help writing your grant?
We invite you to attend our virtual 2023 FAME Grant Writing Workshop Series. This series provides the opportunity to learn essential grant writing skills from subject matter experts. Please register to receive the Zoom link.
Questions? Please contact DOMResearch@emory.edu.

2023 Southeast Regional Clinical and Translational Science Conference
March 1–3, 2023 ǀ Callaway Resort and Gardens |
The goal of the conference is to bring together cross-disciplinary researchers from across the southeast region to present the best new health-related preclinical, clinical, implementation, and population- based research and build collaborative relationships.

Quick Notes

• Emory Daily Pulse. Have you explored the Emory Daily Pulse Blog? Click here for news and updates from the Department of Medicine.
• Case of the Month. Do you have an interesting case that you want to share with the DOM faculty? Contact Lenore Meeks for template, sample cases, and how to submit.
• Did you know? If you select "Do Not Send a Response" to a meeting request via Outlook, regardless of whether you are accepting, declining, or tentative, the tracking information will not register your information for the meeting or event. Selecting "Send a Response" is helpful to the organizers of meetings and events, whether you are able to attend or not.

Wellness 

Connect and Chat Sessions. Did you know the Faculty Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) offers a weekly "Connect & Chat" session to help you process the emotional impact of ongoing societal stressors and traumatic events with others? These sessions will provide a safe space to unpack, share and discuss healthy strategies for coping while navigating life’s daily pressures. Sessions are offered on Tuesdays via Zoom. Register here.

Refresh and Mindfulness Meditation. Every first and third Wednesday from 4:30–4:45 p.m., you can join the FSAP group for a 15-minute virtual self-care experience to support your resilience. Visit the FSAP Events and Workshop page to register.

On the fourth Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m., you can join Mindfulness Meditation. Learn strategies for staying centered and reducing your stress level. Join at 1 p.m. to learn the basics of mindfulness, or join at 1:15 p.m. for a guided practice and opportunities for discussion. Register here.

Well-being Check-ins. The FSAP is offering individual well-being check-ins for staff and faculty to gauge emotional health/coping and identify strategies for enhancing resilience, especially pertaining to transition. Call to schedule your check-in today: 404-727-WELL (9355). Want more information about other services offered through the FSAP? View the website.

Work Life Integration

Your Work Life: Children and Family. Did you know Emory has a list of resources available for you, including emergency back-up care and events taking place around Atlanta for parents of infants to teenagers? Whether you're just starting a family or getting ready to send your child off to college, Emory has many resources to help you through every stage of parenting. Learn more here.

Check it out: Upcoming Webinars on Healthy Boundaries and Work-Life Balance. These workshops are offered by the Benefits and Worklife Department and Vendor Partners. Click here to register for a webinar. Links will be sent to your email prior to the event. If you have any questions about the webinars or family-centered benefits at Emory, please contact worklife@emory.edu.

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