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Melissa Erickson Included as Women Innovators at Duke
The theme of International Women’s Day 2021 was “Women in Leadership:
Achieving an Equal Future in a COVID-19 World.” At Duke, women innovators have worked tirelessly this past year to battle COVID-19—as well as to help ensure that other important innovations, particularly in the areas of health and the environment, continue gathering momentum in the pandemic’s fallout.
We are proud that Melissa Erickson was included for her innovative work to turn a surgical hood into a PAPR respirator to protect caregivers from COVID-19, leading to a design now licensed by groups around the nation.
Tomeico Faison Recognized
Howard University and the District of Columbia Black Occupational Therapy Caucus hosted a program honoring the legacy and contributions of Black Occupational Therapists. The program highlighted up-and-coming and current leaders, legacy leaders, as well as the Black occupational therapists selected to be amongst the top 100 most influential occupational therapists in the history of the profession.
Congratulations to Duke OTD’s Minority Recruitment and Retention Director Tomeico Faison on being recognized as an Up and Coming Leader in Occupational Therapy.Watch the video below honoring these outstanding OTs!
Jody Feld and her multidisciplinary colleagues from the Geriatric IPE Ambulatory Clinic have had a poster presentation, Interprofessional Longitudinal Telehealth Student Geriatric Clinic to Enhance Collaborative Practice, accepted for the2021 Jefferson Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education (JCIPE) Conference, Interprofessional Care for the 21st Century in April 2021.
Dr. Feld has been invited to present with her colleagues (Dr. Wayne Feng, Dr. a Symposium on Stroke Rehabilitation titled, “Preservation, Prevention, and Plasticity: 3 P’s to achieve best outcome after stroke” at World Federation Neurological Rehabilitation (WFNR) / India Federation of Neuro Rehabilitation (IFNR) Annual Conference occurring virtually from April 3–11, 2021.
Applications Open for the $25,000 Aaron Hofmann Family Fund for Resident Research Grant in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty
The Division of Adult Reconstruction, in partnership with the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, is accepting applications for the $25,000 Hofmann Family Fund for Resident Research Grant in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty.
Created in 2018 in honor of Dr. Michael Bolognesi, the endowed fund provides educational and research support for medical residents in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery in perpetuity. To date, Dr. Hofmann has increased the total amount of the fund to $900,000. We are extremely thankful for Dr. Hofmann’s generosity and support of our department and his family’s commitment to the education and advancement of the future leaders of orthopaedic surgery.
$25,000 Aaron Hofmann Family Fund for Resident Research Grant in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty isintended to cover the lifetime of the project. This is for funding for fiscal year July 1, 2021–July 1, 2022. The grant provides funding to residents who are interested in hip and knee arthroplasty research, and covers research expenses and travel, but not salary.
Work should clearly be achievable by the resident as a free-standing project even if it is a part of a larger work.
Both lab and clinical projects (e.g. outcome studies) are suitable, but in either case, clinical relevance must be explicitly and clearly described.
The resident will submit a competitive research proposal and develop a relationship with a mentor who has research experience and mentored others in arthroplasty research.
Duke Orthopaedic Residency Training Program.The applicant (PI) must be an orthopaedic surgery resident in the Duke Orthopaedic Residency Training Program.
Orthopaedic topics focusing on hip and knee arthroplasty will be considered.
Three pages maximum and must include specific aims and a proposed budget.
Submissions are to be sent to Michael Bolognesi and Thorsten Seyler by the deadline of May 1, 2021.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
Teach Equity Now Orthopaedic and DPT team members Holley Broughton, Stephanie Halpin, Gary Johnson, and Erica Taylor have been participating in ODI's third cohort of “Teaching and Leading Equity Now”– a four-part virtual learning series focused on honing strong racial equity practices. 75 faculty, staff, and learners from across the School of Medicine are participating. The interactive series provides a common language and framework (cultural, institutional, and personal) and provides an undeniable history of racism. The vulnerability and bonding of cohort participants coupled with the content expertise of the facilitators have made for an impactful and promising component of our continuous learning platform.
A few comments from recent workshop participants:
“I did not realize how much racism (and the experience of it) is such a fabric of my everyday life and how it has formulated how I deal with my team”
“We can't change everything we talk about, but we can't change anything we don't talk about. Glad to be part of this group and having these important conversations.”
“This program created a welcoming and safe space for pulling apart the seams of our inequitable culture and provided us with tools to start stitching it back together in a way that honors all lives and lived realities.”
“It is an enlightening but hard experience. You'll learn things about yourself that you maybe didn't WANT to know but NEED to know.”
Duke ODI is preparing to host the fourth cohort of this series and we will share information about joining as soon as it is opened for attendees.
LGBTQIA+ Support Workshop
The DUSON Student Success Center is partnering with the DUSON Spectrum student group, the Duke Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity, and the School of Medicine Office of Diversity & Inclusion for a four-part workshop series for the spring semester to extend education, allyship, and support for our LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, agender, asexual and ally) communities. We are excited to extend this opportunity to support sexual and gender diversity at Duke. ALL members of the DUSON and School of Medicine community are invited to the following Zoom events:
March 31, 6-7:30 p.m.: Navigating Healthcare Panel Discussion
April 14, 6-7:30 p.m.: Spirituality and the LGBTQI+ Community Panel Discussion
Register now for the first two sessions. On the registration website, the “Allyship and Action” session is labeled PF 3, and the “Our Story” session is labeled PF 4. Zoom links will follow.
Request for Nominations for the Michelle Winn Inclusive Excellence Award
The Duke University School of Medicine’s Office of Diversity & Inclusion established the Michelle Winn Inclusive Excellence Award in 2016 to recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to diversity and inclusion in the School of Medicine community. This award is presented annually to individuals in our School who exemplify a commitment to excellence, innovation, and leadership in helping to create a more diverse and inclusive environment.
Nominations must be received electronically at ODI@dm.duke.edu no later than April 6, 2021.
To nominate someone for this award, please provide a letter clearly stating why this person should be honored. You may submit one or more nominations but separate nomination forms must be submitted for each individual.
The nomination letter should contain the following information:
Nominator Name
Nominator Relationship to Duke University School of Medicine
Nominator’s Mailing Address
Nominator’s Email Address
The letter should also specifically address one or more of the following areas:
Evidence of awareness or providing education related to diversity, inclusion, bias, healthcare disparities within SOM.
Evidence of a track record mentoring underrepresented minorities/women.
Evidence of role modeling and/or community service.
Evidence of leadership impact within Duke SOM.
Evidence of community engagement/focus on improving the care of a diverse patient population.
Evidence of the initiation of innovative approaches to foster inclusion.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Education Day is Tomorrow March 12, 2021 - 9:00 am to 1:15 pmRegister Here
Registration is now open for 2021 Education Day! Join virtually on March 12, 2021, from 9:00 am - 1:15 pm. This year's theme is "The COVID Effect: Teaching, Leading & Caring During Challenging Times." Dr. Viviana Martinez-Bianchi is the keynote speaker. Attendees will choose two interactive breakout sessions to attend, and the day will conclude with Reflections & Ruminations: Personal narratives from providers, students, and educators from the past year.
Why Not Us: North Carolina Central Men’s Basketball
Dr. Rosie Canizares and Dr. Gary Johnson are organizing a series of zoom movie screenings and discussions, starting with “Why Not Us: NC Central Men’s Basketball” on Sunday, March 14 at 2 pm. For more information and to register, please contact Rosie or Gary.
Mental Health Webinar Series
From now through April 27, the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences will be hosting a six-part mental health webinar series, “Taking Care of Yourself and Your Loved Ones.” The 30-minute topical webinars are designed to provide practical expert advice for Duke University and Duke Health community members and their families who may be struggling with different mental health challenges. Topics include general mental health, substance misuse, suicide prevention, and mental health in children of color. Learn more and join the webinars.Recorded Sessions
Pause–Refresh–Nourish (PRN): Steps for Maintaining Wellness Robin Gurwitch, PhD, Professor in Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences The stressors of COVID-19 and current events have impacted all of us. PRN provides a framework and skills for maintaining our wellness and the wellness of our patients. Watch the Recording
Maintaining Well-being Without Substance Misuse:
Identifying and Managing Problematic Use in Times of Stress Jennifer Plumb Vilardaga, PhD, Assistant Professor in Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences During times of chronic stress, substances may take on a bigger role in our lives. Knowing the signs of substance use problems, and practical ways to get help can help maintain well-being. Watch the Recording
Upcoming Live Webinar
David Goldston, PhD, Associate Professor in Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences and Psychology & Neuroscience will present Understanding Adolescent Alcohol and Substance Use on Wednesday, March 17 at 4:00 p.m. During this webinar, Dr. Goldston will present facts about adolescent alcohol and substance use, discuss how to monitor and have discussions with adolescents about alcohol and substance use, and advise on when and how to seek treatment.
Duke offers a variety of health and wellness benefits that emphasize a proactive approach to improving health and well-being. Here are a few links that might be helpful to you.
Personal Assistance Service is the faculty and employee assistance program of Duke University. The staff of licensed professionals offers assessment, short-term counseling, and referrals to help resolve a range of personal, work, and family problems. PAS services are available free of charge to Duke faculty and staff, and their immediate family members.
Here is a listing of national health organizations and their COVID-19 resource pages. Looking for free well-being resources? See the Duke Well-Being Pyramid for tons of resources ranging from free fitness videos and meditations to public art installations and webinars.
Resources related to race and mental health that our colleagues at Duke University have put together below. For additional mental health resources, see Self-Directed Resources page. For additional resources on race, equity, and representation, see this page.
Black Men Heal – Limited and selective free mental health service opportunities for Black men.
Black Mental Health Alliance – Provides information and resources and a “Find a Therapist” locator to connect with a culturally competent mental health professional.
Black Mental Wellness – Provides access to evidence-based information and resources about mental health and behavioral health topics from a Black perspective, as well as training opportunities for students and professionals.
Black Women’s Health Imperative – Organization advancing health equity and social justice for Black women through policy, advocacy, education, research and leadership development.
Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation – BLHF has launched the COVID-19 Free Virtual Therapy Support Campaign to raise money for mental health services provided by licensed clinicians in our network. Individuals with life-changing stressors and anxiety related to the coronavirus will have the cost for up to five (5) individual sessions defrayed on a first come, first serve basis until all funds are committed or exhausted.
Brother You’re on My Mind – An initiative launched by Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and NIMHD to raise awareness of the mental health challenges associated with depression and stress that affect Black men and families. Website offers an online toolkit that provides Omega Psi Phi Fraternity chapters with the materials needed to educate fellow fraternity brothers and community members on depression and stress in Black
Henry Health – Provides culturally sensitive self-care support and teletherapy for Black men and their families. Currently in pilot program available only to residents of MD, VA and residents of other states can join their waiting list and will be notified when Henry Health is available in their state.
Melanin and Mental Health – Connects individuals with culturally competent clinicians committed to serving the mental health needs of Black & Latinx/Hispanic communities. Promotes the growth and healing of diverse communities through its website, online directory and events.
Ourselves Black – Provides information on promoting mental health and developing positive coping mechanisms through a podcast, online magazine and online discussion groups.
POC Online Classroom – Contains readings on the importance of self-care, mental health care, and healing for people of color and within activist movements.
Sista Afya – An organization that provides mental wellness education, resource connection, and community support for Black women.
Therapy for Black Girls – Online space dedicated to encouraging the mental wellness of Black women and girls. Offers listing of mental health professionals across the country who provide high-quality, culturally competent services to Black women and girls, an informational podcast, and an online support community.
The SIWE Project – Non-profit dedicated to promoting mental health awareness throughout the global Black community.
The Steve Fund – Organization focused on supporting the mental health and emotional well-being of young people of color.
Duke Orthopaedic Surgery Grand Rounds are typically held every Wednesday from 6:30-7:30 a.m., at 311 Trent Drive, Suite 1250. Effective March 2020, due to Duke Health recommendations regarding COVID-19, Grand Rounds are being held virtually until further notice. Orthopaedic Grand Rounds are recorded and posted on Canvas (https://dukemed.instructure.com/)
Upcoming Events
April 21, 2021: Special Grand Rounds–Chief Resident Presentations (Senior Thesis)
June 16, 2021: Special Grand Rounds–Chief Residents Graduation Ceremony
June 23, 2021: Guest Speaker–William E. Garrett, Jr., MD, PhD
Please send all announcements, news, events, research publications, and awards to Holley Broughton, by the end of business each Wednesday, for submission. Know someone who isn't getting this newsletter? Click here to add them!
Equal Future in a COVID-19 World.” At Duke, women innovators have worked tirelessly this past year to battle COVID-19—as well as to help ensure that other important innovations, particularly in the areas of health and the environment, continue gathering momentum in the pandemic’s fallout. 
Congratulations to Duke OTD’s Minority Recruitment and Retention Director Tomeico Faison on being recognized as an Up and Coming Leader in Occupational Therapy.
Jody Feld and her multidisciplinary colleagues from the Geriatric IPE Ambulatory Clinic have had a poster presentation, Interprofessional Longitudinal Telehealth Student Geriatric Clinic to Enhance Collaborative Practice, accepted for the 2021 Jefferson Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education (JCIPE) Conference, Interprofessional Care for the 21st Century in April 2021. 
The DUSON Student Success Center is partnering with the DUSON Spectrum student group, the Duke Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity, and the School of Medicine Office of Diversity & Inclusion for a 
The Duke University School of Medicine’s Office of Diversity & Inclusion established the 
Dr. Rosie Canizares and Dr. Gary Johnson are organizing a series of zoom movie screenings and discussions, starting with “Why Not Us: NC Central Men’s Basketball” on Sunday, March 14 at 2 pm. For more information and to register, please contact 
