March 11, 2024

What you will learn in this week's edition of the Bulletin:

• DOM & SOM leadership transitions

New Faculty Promotions
Faculty Spotlight: Jennifer Lom, MD
Register for the FEED Conference
ICYMI: Mentoring Training Workshop

This Friday is Match Day 2024
Celebrating Women's History Month
Upcoming RYSE Events
DOM Faculty Honors

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DOM & SOM Leadership Transitions

On March 5, Emory University's Executive Vice President of Health Affairs Ravi I. Thadhani, MD, MPH, announced that David Stephens, MD, the long-term chair of the Department of Medicine, will step down on August 31, 2024. He will continue on in his position full-time as Vice President of Research for the Woodruff Health Sciences Center. Our faculty, staff, and trainees deeply appreciate Dr. Stephens and his outstanding service and leadership over the last 11 years. Under his leadership, the Department grew to more than 800 faculty and nearly 600 staff, and doubled its total research funding.

On September 1, Carlos del Rio, MD, will begin his tenure as the new Chair of the Department of Medicine, the first Latino, the first International Medical Graduate(IMG), and the first graduate of the Emory residency program to hold the role. Currently, Dr. del Rio is serving as the Interim Dean of Emory's School of Medicine but will step down once our new dean, Sandra Wong, MD, joins Emory on March 22.

From March 22 to September 1, Dr. del Rio will serve in the position of Executive Associate Dean for Faculty and Clinical Affairs in the School of Medicine. In this capacity, Dr. del Rio will continue to provide executive strategic leadership for SOM activities and will play a pivotal role in the onboarding of Dr. Wong.

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Carlos del Rio to his new role and in expressing our sincere appreciation to Dr. Stephens for his exemplary service and contributions to the Department of Medicine and Emory University.

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FACULTY DEVELOPMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

New Faculty Promotions

The Department of Medicine’s 2023–2024 promotion cycle is in full swing, and we are celebrating the many promotions already approved within this cycle. While we are still waiting to hear about additional pending promotions, we want to say 'congratulations' to all the faculty recently approved for promotion. Their promotions are effective September 1, 2024.

Newly promoted to Associate Professor, Non-Tenure:

Isida Byku, MD, FACC, FSCAI (Cardiology)
Gabriela Cohen, MD (Geriatrics and Gerontology)
Georgia M. Davis, MD (Endocrinology)
Kari Esbensen, MD, PhD, FACP (Hospital Medicine)
Marshall Fleurant, MD, MPH (General Internal Medicine)
Eliver Ghosn, PhD (Rheumatology)
Arash Harzand, MD, MBA, FACC, FSVM, RPVI (Cardiology)
Andre Holder , MD, MS (Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine)
Wissam S. Jaber, MD (Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine)
Anand Jain , MD (Digestive Diseases)
Jordan Kempker, MD, MSc (Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine)
Anant Mandawat, MD (Cardiology)
Annie Massart, MD, FHM (Hospital Medicine)
Mohamad Moussa, MD, SFHM (Hospital Medicine)
Carmen Polito, MD, MSc (Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine)
Jennifer Spicer, MD, MPH (Infectious Diseases)
Seema Tewanki, MD, MHA (Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine)
Michael Woodworth, MD (Infectious Diseases)

Newly promoted to Full Professor, Tenure

Colleen Kelley, MD, MPH (Infectious Diseases)
Molly Perkins, PhD (Geriatrics and Gerontology)
Camille Vaughan, MD, MS (Geriatrics and Gerontology)

Newly promoted with a grant of Tenure

Jessica Alvarez, PhD, RD (Endocrinology)

We are shining our first spotlight on Jennifer Lom, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine, within the Division of General Internal Medicine at Grady Health System. Dr. Lom developed and implemented a novel Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) Clinic at Grady, and recently received the Emory at Grady Innovation Award for her work. Today we explore the inspiration and support systems that helped make this achievement a reality, the challenges and successes she encountered along the way, and how she is hoping this work can inform the larger academic community.

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Shine a light on your colleagues! Do you have a fellow faculty member who deserves recognition? Submit a nomination for a future Faculty Shining Spotlight by emailing Lenore Meeks, Sr. Program Coordinator for the Office of Faculty Development.

DOM Faculty Education, Enrichment, and Development (FEED) Conference
Friday, April 12 | 8 a.m.–noon | Virtual

Have you registered for the 15th annual FEED Conference, yet? You do not want to miss this event presented by the Department of Medicine (DOM) and Department of Pediatrics (DOP) Offices of Faculty Development. This year's theme will focus on the exciting topic of Artificial Intelligence (AI)! As one of the signature events offered by the DOM's Office of Faculty Development, this half-day CME-accredited program provides learning opportunities for faculty of all levels. Register today to save your spot!

Accreditation Statement
The Emory University School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Physician designation statement
The Emory University School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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ICYMI: Mentoring Training Workshop

The Department of Medicine’s (DOM) Office of Faculty Development Mentoring Training Workshop held on February 9, 2024, was an interactive and engaging event aimed at equipping participants with the essential skills and knowledge to become effective mentors. Session topics included an introduction to mentoring, aligning expectations, professional development, and fostering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

Thank you to the following individuals for your participation in facilitating this event!

Sushma Cribbs, MD, MSc Vice Chair, Faculty Development and Chair of the Mentoring Committee (Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine)
Jeffrey Collins, MD, MSc (Infectious Diseases)
Michael Sterling, MD (Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine)
Siva Bhavani, MD, (Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine)
Mia Park, MD (Hospital Medicine)
Meena Prasad, MD (Digestive Diseases)
Zanthia Wiley, MD (Infectious Diseases)
Malavika Kapuria, MD (Hospital Medicine)

Key takeaways from this interactive workshop include understanding the role of a mentor, effective communication strategies, identifying the benefits and challenges of mentoring, embracing diversity and inclusion, as well as the importance of self-reflection and continuous improvement. As participants in the workshop continue their mentoring journey, they are better empowered to inspire growth and development, demonstrate integrity and resilience, as well as offer support and encouragement in their respective mentoring relationships.

DOM ANNOUNCEMENTS

This Friday is Match Day 2024!

Match Day is taking place this Friday, March 15! We are looking forward to welcoming our new residents to the Department of Medicine.

Celebrate with us! Be sure to follow along via our social media channels using the hashtags #EmoryIMMatch, #EmoryMatchDay, and #MatchDay24 to keep up to date with the day and to find out the results. You can attend Emory SOM's Match event in person on March 15 at the Emory Student Center, Multipurpose Room, or virtually via live stream.

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Emory Celebrates Women's History Month

Happy Women's History Month! This March we reflect on the contributions women have made throughout history. We honor the achievements, recognize the resilience, and strive for the empowerment of all women, especially within healthcare and medicine. Check back soon for a special recognition of the amazing women who work in the Department of Medicine.

In the meantime, be sure to celebrate Women’s History Month by attending events held around Emory throughout the month of March. Click here to read more.

Upcoming DOM RYSE (DEI) Reminders & Events

Submit an abstract for 2024 Health Equity Day
All members of the SOM and Rollins School of Public Health communities are invited to submit an abstract. Poster presentation categories include research, clinical quality, professional development, education, and community advocacy and policy.

Deadline: Wednesday, March 15, at 11:59 p.m.
Submit abstract HERE
Click here for event details!

Emory Cardiology Grand Rounds featuring Keith Churchwell, MD
Monday, March 18 | 7:30–8:30 a.m. | Hybrid: EUH - E450 (Hurst Conference Room) and Zoom

About Dr. Churchwell:
Keith Churchwell, MD, most recently served as the president of Yale New Haven Hospital, as well as executive vice president of Yale Health. He also is the current president-elect of the American Heart Association (AHA). Dr. Churchwell completed both his residency and cardiovascular training at Emory School of Medicine, adding to the list of impactful Black leaders who have come through Emory's doors.

Emory DOM LGBTQ+ Affinity Group Social/Mixer
Wednesday, March 27 | 6–8 p.m. Schoolhouse Brewing Gymnasium at Emory Point | Register

You're invited to join the Emory DOM LGBTQ+ Affinity Group Social/Mixer on March 27 at Schoolhouse Brewing Gymnasium at Emory Point. Snacks will be provided and a limited number of free beverage tickets will be available, so arrive early! We welcome all LGBTQ+ faculty, staff, and trainees as well as our allies in the Department of Medicine for a wonderful time of fellowship and fun!

DOM Faculty Honors & Recognitions

Ishan Mehta, MD, (Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine) was presented with the Award of Physician Excellence by the Center for Nursing Excellence and the Sisters of Mercy at Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital. This award is given annually to a physician at Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital for their excellence and compassion in the care of their patients as chosen by the nursing staff.

Vandana Niyyar MD, FASN, FNKF, (Renal Medicine) received the Gerald Beathard Award from the American Society of Diagnostic and Interventional Nephrology. This honor is awarded in recognition of teaching excellence, scholarly activity, and clinical excellence. Dr. Niyyar presented the Beathard Lecture at ASDIN's Annual Scientific Meeting last month.

W. Charlie O’Neill, MD, (Renal Medicine) awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Society of Diagnostic and Interventional Nephrology and honored for his contributions to the Society.

Reminder: 2024 Staff Engagement and Future of Work Survey

On March 1, Emory University launched a new staff engagement survey. We want to hear from you about what your experience at Emory is like. This is an opportunity to share your feedback—your voice matters!

The survey is confidential; individual responses will not be identified or shared, except in the aggregate.
Key demographics will be collected, but these are optional and will not be used to identify anyone individually.
To take the survey, look for the email sent on March 1 from Emory – Ctrl HR – Talent Mgt. with the subject line "2024 Staff Engagement and Future of Work Survey."
The deadline to take the survey is March 15.

All staff members who complete the survey will be entered into a prize drawing for some Emory swag from the Emory Barnes and Noble Bookstore! A total of 40 winners will be drawn on March 29 and the winners will be notified via email.

MEDICINE GRAND ROUNDS

Join us tomorrow for DOM Medicine Grand Rounds

#MedicineGrandRounds
Topic: The Clinical Practice Implications of Fossil-fuel Pollution and Climate Change
Tuesday, March 12 | noon–1 p.m., Zoom
Zoom Link - Meeting ID: 941 8304 9108
Session ID # 17975

Speaker:
Renee Salas, MD, MS, MPH
Faculty member at the Center for Climate, Health, and the Global Environment
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Emergency Medicine Physician
Department of Emergency Medicine
Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School

ADD TO CALENDAR

All upcoming sessions will be hosted on Zoom, and recordings will be available on the DOM YouTube channel for CME credits.

NEW procedure for claiming MGR CME credits

The process of receiving Medicine Grand Rounds CME has recently changed. CME credit will no longer be assigned by completing the survey. Beginning with the Tuesday, March 5, 2024, Medicine Grand Rounds, the Department of Medicine will use Emory's CME Tracker for CME credits.

Please note, that claiming your CME credit is TIME SENSITIVE. You must text within seven business days of the CME presentation.

Have questions or need assistance?

Download Emory CME's instructional slides
Visit Emory's CME office webpage
Contact the Emory CME Office at (404) 727-3612
Email Tiffney Stringer in the Emory CME office

Click below to read instructions on how you now need to claim your CME credits for future Medicine Grand Rounds.

VIEW INSTRUCTIONS

EVENTS

NIH's Chief Officer for Scientific Workforce Diversity (COSWD): Scientific Workforce Diversity Seminar Series: How Does Diversity Impact Innovation in Team Science?
Wednesday, March 13 | 10:30 a.m.–noon. | Virtual | Register

ATLANTIS Symposium
Thursday, March 14 | 9 a.m.–4 p.m. | HSRB I

Emory Cardiology Grand Rounds (featuring Keith Churchwell, MD)
Monday, March 18 | 7:30–8:30 a.m. | Hybrid: EUH - E450 (Hurst Conference Room) and Zoom

Cultivating Disability Humility in Healthcare Education and Practice: Moving Toward Representation and Inclusion  *New*
Tuesday, March 19 | 5:30–6:30 p.m. | Zoom or James B. Williams Medical Education Building, Room 120

Emory SCDP Echo Session: The Clinical Presentation of Mpox  *New*
Thursday, March 21 | 11 a.m.–noon | Zoom

Emory FMD and SCAD Symposium
Saturday, March 23 | 9 a.m.–3 p.m. | Emory University Hospital Midtown

SOM New Faculty Orientation  *New*
Tuesday, March 26 | 8 a.m.–noon | Hybrid

Paul W. Seavey Distinguished Lectureship in General Internal Medicine
Tuesday, March 26 | 5–6:30 p.m. | Miller-Ward Alumni House, Alumni Hall

Emory DOM LGBTQ+ Affinity Group Social/Mixer  *New*
Wednesday, March 27 | 6–8 p.m. | Schoolhouse Brewing Gymnasium at Emory Point

2024 American College of Cardiology Meeting - Division of Cardiology Cocktail Reception
Sunday, April 7 | 6–9 p.m. | Ventanas

Bettye Rose Connell Memorial Lecture Series
Tuesday, April 9 | 5:30–7:30 p.m. | Miller-Ward Alumni House, Alumni Hall

Department of Medicine's 4th annual Health Equity Day
Tuesday, May 21 | 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

22nd Annual ESCAPE 2024: Emory Symposium on Coronary Atherosclerosis Prevention & Education
Wednesday, May 29–Sunday, June 2 | OMNI Amelia Island Resort

STAFF NEWS

Check out the latest list of open staff jobs within the DOM. See a job you are interested in or know someone who would be a good fit? Click the job title below to read the full description and apply. Be sure to follow the DOM LinkedIn page to stay up-to-date on the latest job openings!

IN THE NEWS

Recent Department of Medicine News

Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Four years into pandemic, long COVID is ‘real’ but remains a mystery (Alex Truong and Jenny Han quoted, Tiffany Walker cited, Emory University grant and Emory University Hospital Midtown Long COVID Clinic featured)
Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Heart transplant gives Atlantan a second chance for life and love (Mahmoud Abdou featured)
CT Insider: The slowly evolving truth about heart disease and women (Gina Lundberg and Nanette Wenger featured)
Emory News Center: Emory performs 5,000th TAVR cardiac procedure (Vasilis Babaliaros, Adam Greenbaum, Isida Byku, Robert Lederman mentioned)
FoxNews Seattle: Heart disease misdiagnosis in women, self-advocacy (Puja Mehta interviewed)
Infectious Disease Special Edition: Florida measles outbreak grows as state resists CDC guidance (Walter Orenstein quoted) | Pharmacy Practice News
New York Times: A fading weapon in the H.I.V. fight: Condoms (Carlos Saldana quoted)
WAGA-TV: Dr. Winawer talks about COVID recommendations from CDC (Neil Winawer interviewed)
WABE: Emory's new School of Medicine dean talks silver linings and lessons from COVID-19 pandemic

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