Meet a UB GME Wellbeing and Diversity Advocate
Chanel J. Fernandez, MD, Internal Medicine Physician Wellness Chief Resident (PGY-3)
“A huge thank you to the Internal Medicine and GME community for your generous donations this holiday season, in support of our Winter Coat drive. We are proud to announce that a total of over 400 winter coats along with numerous hats, mitts and scarves were collected. These will be distributed to select organizations, who will then provide them to those in need. Also, a grand total of $375 was raised from our online GoFundMe page that will be utilized to purchase additional winter items. Thank you UB for your generosity!”
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Friluftsliv – Buffalo Style!
The Norwegian concept of “friluftsliv” is about embracing the outdoors in all weather – finding relaxation in the crisp air, enjoying the exhilaration of physical activity, smelling the forest on a winter hike, walking around your neighborhood taking time for yourself, or with others. This will be a regular Thrive! winter feature - sharing new ideas for Buffalo Friluftsliv throughout the winter season.
- Celebrate the Winter Solstice on Monday, 12/21. It’s a special one this year! (read more in this WGRZ story) “The two largest planets in the solar system will look more like a single bright star in the southwestern sky after sunset on the solstice, an event known to astronomers as a great conjunction. The great conjunction will only be visible for an hour or so after sunset, so people will need to head outside at the first sign of nightfall on Dec. 21.”
- An amazing outdoor winter dining opportunity is just steps away from the Jacobs School and the medical campus hospitals. Coco restaurant at 888 Main Street has set up a Crepe Chalet that has Paris Street Crepes, Baguettes, Desserts, Specialty Drinks, & Outdoor Heaters
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Invitation to join UB Winter Connections Mentoring Program through International Student Services
The office of International Student Services has just launched a winter break version of its regular International Student Mentoring Program (ISMP) that will span the length of the break until Feb 1. To connect as many students as possible over the winter break who may feel even more isolated under the current circumstances, the ISMP hopes that you will consider joining and pass the word on to colleagues and students.
The application deadline will be Sunday 12/20. Please fill out this form to be matched with a group in the program. If you have any questions about the program, please call 716-645-2258 or e-mail Caitlin Rioux at iss@buffalo.edu
See the attached for the full message.
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Fall 2020 Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) Distinguished Seminars Recording Links
Dedria C. Crews, MD, ScM
Johns Hopkins University
“The Pursuit of Structurally Competent Research to Achieve Health Equity”
Seminar Date: November 17, 2020
Recording Link: https://ub.hosted.panopto.com/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=af4b314a-2362-40d1-a74d-ac7500dea631
Gonzalo M. Bearman, MD, MPH
Virginia Commonwealth University
“COVID-19 Pandemic: Lessons learned and will we be better prepared next time?”
Seminar Date: December 7, 2020
Recording Link: https://ub.hosted.panopto.com/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=f83b7518-eb17-49c7-9039-ac7c01134522
If you experience any issues when viewing these recordings, please contact scholar1@buffalo.edu.
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Thrive holiday Schedule
In light of the holiday season and holiday office closures, the Thrive! Newsletter will be sent out on the following alternate dates:
Monday, 12/28 @12pm
No thrive for 12/31
Friday, 1/8 will resume as scheduled
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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.
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
ECMC_CV_Support Wellness
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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GME Recognize A Colleague
GME has set up a system to facilitate recognitions! Please help us recognize and thank individuals for their efforts. Click here to submit a brief description of how someone you work with is making a difference for you or others during this challenging time.
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