KH survey request regarding the COVID vaccine
According to the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), the COVID-19 vaccine will become available to healthcare workers shortly. Once available, Kaleida Health will be following very specific state guidance on the administration of the vaccine.
In anticipation of administering the vaccine, Kaleida Health’s leadership team would like to measure the interest and potential acceptance by Kaleida Health employees, providers and residents.
Please take a moment to answer the brief survey. This voluntary survey is completely anonymous. Summarized data will be presented in aggregate form only, as there are no individual identifiers recorded or reported.
Click here to take the survey
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Support Groups
UB Employee Assistance Program offers several support group options for individuals with a variety of needs and interests. Meet times are often during the day – GME encourages program directors, chief residents, and colleagues to support residents and fellows attendance in these groups whenever needed.
Parenting Support Group (UB EAP)
In this group parents will meet and discuss issues related to parenting during these difficult times. Members will exchange ideas and coping strategies, success stories and insights, encouraging words and practical advice. This group will meet virtually on the third Tuesday of each month from 12-1pm. If interested, or for more information, contact Neil McGillicuddy (716-645-4458; nm23@buffalo.edu).
Chronic Illness Support Group (UB EAP)
For anyone who has been diagnosed with, in treatment for, or living with a chronic illness. Members exchange coping strategies and help each other through encouraging words and success stories. For more information, or to join this group, please contact Susan Bagdasarian at 716-645-8167, or sb14@buffalo.edu
Caregiver Support Group (UB EAP)
Caregivers of aging parents and other loved ones meet for support, resources and ways to manage the everyday demands of caregiving. Now, there are even more concerns related to caregiving. For more information, contact: Susan Bagdasarian at 716-645-8167, or sb14@buffalo.edu
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Core Competencies in Clinical and Translational Research December 2020 Workshop Series
The Core Competency Workshop Series are organized by the Workforce Development Core in collaboration with the CTSI K Scholar Mentored Career Development Award Program, the Biostatistics, Epidemiology & Research Design (BERD) Core, the Community Engagement Core, the Informatics Core, and/or the Collaboration and Team Science Core.
The Professional Development Series and Community of Scholars Seminar Series are organized by the Workforce Development Core in collaboration with the CTSI K Scholar Mentored Career Development Award Program and the Community of Scholars.
Review the Attached Flyers & Sign Up Now!
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Now accepting letters of intent for the Evan Calkins, MD, Community Based Research Fellowship!
Residents and fellows (PGY 1-7) and junior faculty whose career goals are centered around clinical practice are encouraged to apply. The first step will be to submit a Letter of Intent by midnight on Monday, December 14, 2020. Your letter of intent will be reviewed by the Award Selection Committee prior to the call for proposals. You will be notified in early January if your proposal should be submitted in its current format, submitted with suggested revisions or not accepted for further review.
If you wish to submit a letter of intent, the online form can be accessed here: http://medicine.buffalo.edu/offices/gme/awards/calkins.html
In 750 words or less, the Letter of Intent should clearly state the following:
- Whether you intend to submit a research or quality improvement proposal
- The research question or QI aim
- The proposed methodology and timeline
- Qualifications of your mentor to coach a research or QI project and their role in guiding the design of the project
- Description of the work and the role you will play in the conduct of the proposed research
- Confirmation that you will submit your completed abstract/poster for next year’s UB Research Forum
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Amanda Bevacqua (abevacqu@buffalo.edu) or Maria Moore (mariamoo@buffalo.edu)
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Library Resources Updates
We are pleased to announce the next resource showcase highlighting UB Libraries resources that can help with gauging research impact, improving research efficiency, and supporting online teaching and learning. Registration is required. Follow the link below to sign up and the Zoom information will be shared the week of the workshop. Feel free to share this information with anyone that might be interested. Please contact me at naronoff@buffalo.edu if you have any questions.
Topic: Research Reproducibility and Tools for Biomedical Education
Date: December 10, 2020
Time: 3:00-4:00 pm
Presenters: Melissa DiTucci, Curriculum Specialist at JoVE; Iris Margalit, PhD, Senior Content Specialist at Henry Stewart Talks; John Biehn, Regional Account Manager at McGraw Hill Medical
Feel free to share this information with anyone that might be interested. Please contact me at naronoff@buffalo.edu if you have any questions.
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HR Updates
Traveling during COVID - EVSP strongly recommends that J-1 physicians do not attempt to travel outside of the United States at this time due uncertainties related to COVID-19. If you have any questions please contact me at masantil@buffalo.edu.
ECFMG Pathways - ECFMG has provided details regarding Pathways for IMGs for the 2021-2022 academic year. @ https://www.ecfmg.org/certification-requirements-2021-match/ If you have any questions please contact me at masantil@buffalo.edu.
Sexual harassment prevention training
New York State requires that its employees receive sexual harassment prevention training each calendar year. UB’s Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion is offering a brief course in UB Learns that residents/fellows/UB employees can complete in 20 minutes or less. The deadline for completing the training is Dec. 31.
BCBS LATUS MEDICAL CARE
A new patient-first model for primary care, designed for members of BlueCross BlueShield is available for residents, fellows and covered dependents. If you’re looking for a WNY primary care provider, we encourage you to take a look at the website: https://latusmedicalcare.com/ Latus Medical Care is accepting new patients. Conveniently located at 2350 Maple Road, Suite 100, Amherst and offering evening and Saturday hours.
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UPDATED * UB and Buffalo Support Resources:
Healthcare Provider “Warmline” (Open to ALL residents and fellows)
(716) 859-2010, 8 am-8 pm
ECMC CORTEXT SUPPORT
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ECMC Help Center - a resource available to all residents and fellows
(716) 898-1594
The ECMC Help Center offers walk-in and virtual services from a licensed mental health clinician
UPDATED IN-PERSON HOURS *
Monday thru Friday 8:00am – 10:00pm
Saturday and Sunday 10:00am – 6:00pm
Holidays 10:00am – 6:00pm
VIRTUAL VISITS NOW AVAILABLE *
Virtual hours: Monday thru Friday 8:00am – 9:30 pm.
ecmc.edu - click ‘Health Services & Doctors’ → select ‘Behavioral Health’ from the drop down box → click on ‘Help Center’ from the list of services located at the lower left of the page.
Medical Society of the State of New York (MSSNY) peer support program *
This MSSNY peer support program is available to all NYS physicians - including residents and fellows - and also medical students - MSSNY membership not required. Contact a confidential helpline phone number (1-844-P2P-PEER) and an email address (p2p@mssny.org) to connect with a peer 24 hours a day/7 days a week. In addition to offering a trained, empathetic ear, peer supporters may provide information on specific resources that can offer further support, provide positive coping skills, or connect physicians to professionals for more focused assistance.
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