What's Up in DOM Faculty Development? Impact NumbersWe are excited to highlight the impact the Offices of Faculty Development and Research had in FY2021! Today, we are taking a look back at how much we have accomplished in assisting our faculty in the below infographic. Case of the MonthClinical Cases from Emory Division of Hospital Medicine “A Case of Secondary Priapism in Hematologic Malignancy” Submitted by: Edited by:
STORY AND CASE A 40-year-old female with a history of Wolff Parkinson White syndrome presented with a subacute progressive muscle weakness in the proximal upper and lower extremities bilaterally that was associated with ulcerative skin lesions on the chest and thighs, as well as a solid food dysphagia. Her vital signs upon admission to the hospital were within normal limits, and a focused physical examination revealed patchy hypopigmented areas in various stages of scarring that were located on the anterior and posterior aspects of the upper trunk, along with erythematous active ulcerative lesions in the axillary areas bilaterally. She was noted to have bilateral hand synovitis in multiple joints and a proximal 3/5 upper and lower extremity muscle weakness bilaterally. Laboratory findings were notable for creatine kinase (CK) 4848 U/L, AST 200 IU/L, ALT 75 IU/L, ESR 45 mm/hr, CRP 73 mg/L, +ANA 1:1280 Speckled, high positive anti-NXP-2 (nuclear matrix protein 2) antibody, and an elevation of the following: aldolase, anti-RNP, anti-Smith, and anti-SSA IgG antibodies. Muscle biopsy was performed, and the results are provided below: Abnormality (left, H&E) highlighted by LCA immunohistochemistry (middle), with fascicle-to-fascicle size variability (right, ATPase). Pathology report was consistent with a presence of degenerating and atrophic fibers, myo-phagocytosis, myocyte necrosis and no regeneration or primary inflammation. The regional increase in connective tissue suggested process had been ongoing for months to years. What is the diagnosis? Have an interesting case that you would like to share with DOM faculty? Contact Amy Davis for template, sample cases, and how to submit. New Faculty WelcomeWe are excited to welcome the following new faculty member to the Department of Medicine team! Please click on her name to send her a welcome email! Rosette Chakkalakal Welcome New Committee MembersPromotion Pro TipThinking about going up for promotion? Each month, we will provide a tool or tip that can help you continue to succeed and flourish in your career. FAALI Understanding Promotion Session In this informative session, you will learn about the 2017 guidelines, requirements for promotion, and strategies for success. Presented by: Mark Your CalendarDOM Mentorship Training Workshop Friday, February 25 | 8 a.m. to noon Are you a DOM faculty member who is interested in becoming a more effective mentor or mentee? The importance of mentorship in career development and satisfaction is becoming increasingly recognized and we want to help you succeed! Join the members of the DOM Mentoring Subcommittee for an interactive half-day workshop that will provide an overview of the benefits, challenges, and strategies for effective mentoring relationships. Click here view the Spring 2022 events calendar. Individual event announcements with registration details to follow. Research2022 DOM FAME Grant Applications Deadlines: Tuesday, January 18 (LOI) ǀ Monday, February 28 (Full application) The DOM FAME grant is designed to provide support for clinical faculty to dedicate up to 20 percent of their professional time to scholarly activity including research, education, mentoring, and quality improvement projects. 2022 FAME Grant Writing Workshop Series Friday, January 14, 21, 28, 2022 ǀ 8 - 9 a.m. ǀ Zoom This series provides the opportunity to learn essential grant writing skills from subject matter experts. While this series is optional, it is highly encouraged. Should you choose not to attend, you are still permitted to submit a FAME grant application. Wellness and CommunityPhysician Quick Consult Physician Pandemic Support Group (Access via Zoom) Weekly Refresh (Access via Zoom) Stay ConnectedKathy Griendling, PhD Alia Kamel, MS Sarah McClellan, MPH Sushma Cribbs MD, MSc Amy Davis Follow Emory Department of Medicine on social media to stay up-to-date on our latest news! Looking for research specific information within the DOM? Be sure to subscribe to our sister publication, 'What's Up in DOM Research?' Email domresearch@emory.edu to be added to the monthly newsletter. To subscribe to 'What's Up in DOM Faculty Development?' email somfdav@emory.edu. |