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We’re teaming up with the American Heart Association (AHA) in the shared goal of saving lives and preventing heart disease. This mission impacts us every day on campus, whether through our efforts in preventive health, our training in order to save lives, or in our own personal efforts to stay healthy. KU School of Medicine-Wichita will have a team in the upcoming AHA Heart Walk in an effort to demonstrate our community engagement, raise money for a great cause, and get some exercise. This year’s Heart Walk is scheduled for Saturday, June 18. Dr. Tracie Collins and Dr. Brian Pate represent KUSM-W as AHA board members and will be leading this effort on our campus … and they’re hoping for your support. Everyone who signs up to take part will receive a custom KU T-shirt made just for the event. We would all love to see KUSM-W demonstrate excellent community partnership with a great turnout. So, how can you join us? Our campus can have several teams. Leaders in individual departments, programs, offices, and classes can sign up to be a team captain and build a team of your peers and colleagues. Or, you can just join a team as an individual.

Go to our team’s company page and join or create a team. You can also find us by visiting www.wichitaheartwalk.org and searching for KU School of Medicine under the “Find a Company” link. A little healthy competition on the campus between teams sounds like fun for a great cause. Baby Jay’s in training as we speak. Don’t let him down. If you have any questions please contact Brian M. Pate, M.D., FHM, FAAP chair, Department of Pediatrics, associate professor of pediatrics, at bpate@kumc.edu or 316-962-2250.

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Judy Johnston, M.S., RD/LD, research instructor, preventive medicine and public health, has been named Honorary Commander of the 22

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Is there a special event happening in your department? Do you know a student who has an interesting hobby, or who has made a significant accomplishment? Are you involved in community outreach? An educational program? A hands-on workshop or training session? Public affairs wants to know about any and all of these events. There are a variety of ways we can publicize events and accomplishments in the school, but we can’t promote them if we don’t know they’re happening. Though not every event is going to catch the attention of the media, we can still promote your event through one of our social media accounts, our monthly community newsletter, or by writing our own feature story for the school’s website. Keep us informed. Drop us an email and tell us what’s happening. We’ll share the good news.

Did you know public affairs offers a variety of items to support your department events? We’ve got your banners, flags, directional signs, easels, beverage tubs, and giant inflatable Jayhawk covered. Visit our website and fill out an event support request form to reserve the goods that will make your event shine. Additionally, you can request an appearance by our very own Baby Jay, who can greet and hang out with your guests, give photo ops, and generally create a fun atmosphere. Who doesn’t want a high five from Baby Jay? All Baby Jay appearances must have a direct connection to KUSM-W.

All of us here in public affairs are available to assist you in a number of ways when it comes to communication, public relations, and marketing. Need something edited or proofread? We can do it. Have a speech to write? We can help. Need a flier designed? Let us assist you. We can also answer questions you may have about branding, including logo use. As you may know, there are specifics when it comes to that area. If you have a project that is using a logo, run it by our office and we’ll help keep you out of trouble. Basically, contact us for any old thing. We’ll do our best to help you out. wicpa@kumc.edu

For more information, contact Leona Johnson, human resources, 293-1803, or ljohnson7@kumc.edu. For a complete and up-to-date listing, click on JOB VACANCIES.

Faculty Family & Community Medicine Research faculty Residency faculty Internal Medicine General internist/hospitalist Neurologist

Pediatrics Outpatient pediatrician Pediatric pulmonologist Psychiatry General psychiatrist

Staff ASA Standardized Patient pool Preventive Medicine and Public Health Research assistant Psychiatry Clinical trials participant recruiter PRN clinical research nurse

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All webinars are at 3 p.m. and worth 1 HQ credit. Thursday, May 26 Letting Go of the Things That Hold You Back Tuesday, June 21 Gratitude: A Skill for Happier Living Register now. If you cannot attend at the scheduled time but are interested, register and a recording will be sent to you via email following the webinar. If you only have 5-10 min check out the On-Demand Trainings at www.guidanceresources.com (Company ID: SOKEAP). These short training modules include fun, interactive features, and help you build practical skills to deal with real-life challenges.

To realize the full benefit of strengths, it is critical that you focus on developing them completely. Partnering with a coach can be the difference between simply knowing your strengths and truly living a strengths-based life.

Employees who take the assessment will be scheduled for strengths orientation and coaching sessions with Crystal Nevins, a Gallup-certified strengths coach. Individual sessions go into more depth and help employees understand how to apply their talent themes. Team sessions are also available and are a great team building opportunity. If interested, contact Crystal Nevins at cnevins@kumc.edu to schedule your personal or team coaching session.

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Feb. 29 The Wichita Eagle Garold Minns: KU School of Medicine-Wichita marks milestones despite tight budgets

Feb. 29 Wichita Business Journal Two pediatric oncologists hired through KU Med, Wesley partnership Feb. 28 The Wichita Eagle Wichita prep program behind one of nation’s highest passing rates for surgery exam Feb. 28 The Wichita Eagle Wesley Children’s Hospital to open in spring

For all the latest news stories and press releases about KUSM-W, visit our news page.

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Ron Thomsen, safety & security officer, recently celebrated his 8

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of employment with KU School of Medicine-Wichita. Thanks for everything you do, Ron. We’re glad you’re here.

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Many research opportunities are available. To make a referral into a clinical trial for early Alzheimer’s disease, depression, or schizophrenia, call 316-293-1833 or email clinicaltrialunit@kumc.edu. More information and a study interest form can be found on our website. KU Wichita Clinical Trial Unit needs participants with Alzheimer’s disease for a research study. Volunteers may be able to participate in this study if he or she is 50-90 years old and has been diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer’s disease or mild Alzheimer’s disease. Those who qualify will be provided with all study medication or placebo and procedures at no cost. You will receive an MRI and amyloid PET imaging. Study participation consists of 43 visits over 90 weeks. Study participants will be compensated for their travel. For more information, call 316-293-1833. KU Wichita Clinical Trial Unit needs participants with schizophrenia for a research study. Volunteers may be able to participate in this study if he or she is 18-40 years old and has been diagnosed with schizophrenia. Those who qualify will be provided with all study medication and procedures at no cost. Study participation lasts approximately 16 weeks. Study participants will be compensated for their time. For more information, call 316-293-1833.

Grand Rounds are held in the McNamara Center at Via Christi Hospital on Harry, 3600 E. Harry. Lunch is served at 11 a.m. and the speaker is from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tuesday, May 10 “The Organ of the Self: An overview of the structure and the function of the brain relevant to psychiatry” Sheldon Preskorn, M.D. Professor, psychiatry and behavioral sciences, KU School of Medicine-Wichita

Get more information about Grand Rounds.

Matt Macaluso, D.O., associate professor, was elected to the national faculty of the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME) in the area of psychiatry, neurology, and neurosciences. The NBOME administers the licensing exam for osteopathic physicians. Congrats, Dr. Macaluso.

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Congratulations on your employment anniversary. We’re glad you’re here.

Sarah Barron Cynthia Jantzen Accounting assistant/ APRN accounts payable KU Wichita Gastroenterology

Warren Theater discounted tickets are now available for sale in the MPA Administration Office, on a limited basis, from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays. The cost is $7 per ticket. Please make sure you have exact change, cash only. Contact Deborah Dale at 293-3526 or ddale2@kumc.edu with questions.

Jon Schrage April 27

Kerry Nantsis April 28

Janice Koster April 30

Susan Carr May 1

Sid Sivamurthy May 1

Gretchen Dickson May 2

Brian Pate May 2

Paul Callaway May 5

Jason Watts May 5

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The KUSM-W Office of Research will provide funds for resident travel to present research at a professional conference. Up to $2,000 may be requested with an equal match of funds required from the residency program. Funds are also available for open access and publication fees. Up to $1,000 may be requested with an equal match of funds required for the department or residency program. These funds are provided by grants to WCGME from the Kansas Biosciences Authority. View the travel grant application.

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“Impulse and Imagination” Maddie Grant Photography “Collective Welfare” Rachel Rutledge Paintings Through April 29

New exhibit coming soon For more information about the William J. Reals Galleries of Art, contact Jennifer Eaton at 293-3534 or jeaton2@kumc.edu.

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Prolonged periods of looking at a computer monitor can take its toll on your body and your overall well-being. Eye strain often leads to headaches, eye irritation, and itchiness which can make you feel lousy and unproductive. Maintaining a constant depth of focus is not healthy for your eyes, and there are ways to reduce eye strain. One way is to follow OSHA’s “20/20/20 rule.”

Look away from your monitor every 20 minutes.

Focus on something at least 20 feet away.

Do this for at least 20 seconds.

Another way to reduce eye strain and neck injury is to ensure your computer work station is ergonomically designed for you. Single monitor set-up

Place the monitor directly in front of you.

Ensure the monitor is at arm’s length (18-28 inches).

Position the top useable line of the monitor at a height where the neck is straight.

For those who do not wear glasses or contacts or have single prescription lenses:

Place the monitor at eye height.

For those who wear bi-focals, tri-focals, or progressive lenses:

Place the monitor below eye height. Dual monitor set-up Consider the percentage of use for each monitor, the type of work being performed, and which eye is your dominant eye (contact emergency management if you need help determining which eye is dominant). There are two basic set-ups for dual monitor work station: equal-use and primary. Both monitors used equally (50 percent)

Position both screens as close as possible in front of you so that the inner edges are touching

and are exactly in front of your nose.

Angle the screens so that they are slightly concave, creating a semi-circle around you.

Position both monitors at arm’s length away (18-28 inches).

When working for long periods of time on one monitor, use a swivel chair to physically face

that monitor. Do not twist your neck. Re-position your keyboard and mouse so that they are directly in front of the monitor being used. One monitor is primary (>80%)

Position the primary monitor as if it were a single-monitor work station.

Follow the single-monitor set-up guidance for the primary and place the secondary monitor

on the side of your dominant eye. The intent of the above set-ups is to keep your neck in a neutral position, reduce eye strain, and maintain good visibility while spending time at your computer. For more information on ergonomics and injury prevention contact emergency management at 293-3409 or email somwemergencysafety@kumc.edu.

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Facilities management will host a closed bid public surplus auction from 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 10, to noon Thursday, May 12. The items for auction may include an assortment of desks, shelves, filing cabinets, and other miscellaneous office furniture. Items will be located in the surplus area behind the facilities office and, if needed, in the hallway leading to the Roberts Amphitheater storage area. The auction items will be assigned an item tag number by 3 p.m. Monday, May 9, for those who would like to preview what is available for bidding. Facilities reserves the right to reassign tag numbers and/or remove or add items to the auction inventory prior to the start of the auction at 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 10. There will be a minimum bid of $2 on all items unless otherwise posted. All bids must be sealed and include your name, auction tag number, offering price for each item(s), department, daytime phone number, and email address. Envelopes and bid sheets will be provided at the facilities front desk for your convenience. Please deliver or send your sealed bid to the facilities front office by noon May 12. If bids are sent via interoffice mail and not received before the deadline, they will be considered void. Open, verbal, or emailed bids will not be accepted. Notification to the winning bidder will be completed by phone or email no later than 4 p.m. Friday, May 13. All items sold in the auction must be paid for and removed from the facility by 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 17. Please submit payment to the facilities office. Checks should be made payable to KUSM-W.

Credit card payments are also accepted. Cash payments must be in the exact cash amount.

Items removed are the responsibility of the purchaser, and maintenance personnel will only be available to assist on a limited basis with prior arrangements with facilities. When removing auction items from the building please be ready to present your paid receipt for the tagged item if requested. If you have any questions, contact the facilities office at wicfac@kumc.edu or 293-2625.

Thank you and good luck bidding.

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Cole Gillenwater, MS4, was announced as the KUSM-W recipient of the KAFP-F Hostetter Award during the FMIG Celebration of the Match April 19. The award honors a fourth-year medical student who has promoted the values of family medicine during their medical school tenure. He will receive the award at the KAFP annual meeting June 8-11 in Overland Park, Kansas.

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We are collecting new and gently used children’s books for the Turn a Page. Touch a Mind.® reading program. Books for children of all ages are needed. If you have books to donate, drop off in public affairs or at the KU Wichita Pediatrics Clinic at Carriage Parkway. Before donating books, review these guidelines. If you have any questions contact Julie Wellner at julie.wellner@wesleymc.com or 962-7386.

Pediatric Grand Rounds are held from noon to 1 p.m. at Wesley Medical Center, 550 N. Hillside, Wesley Koch B/C. Sessions are presented through Adobe Connect to Carriage Park Conference Room. If you have any questions, contact Cindy Roth at croth@kumc.edu or 962-2253.

Friday, May 6 “Benign Joint Hypermobility Syndrome: Is It Really Benign?” Sandy Hong, M.D. Clinical assistant professor, University of Iowa Hospital Friday, May 13 “Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder” Melissa Hopper, Psy.D. Licensed clinical psychologist President, Kansas Psychological Association Friday, May 20 “Childhood Origins of Adult Cardiovascular Disease” Mihail Subtirelu, M.D. Clinical associate professor, KU School of Medicine-Wichita

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KU Today is the official publication from the Office of Public Affairs at the University of Kansas in Lawrence. Read the current edition.

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If you have a classified ad you’d like listed in JTO, review the guidelines and submit the online form.

The deadline for the next issue of JTO is noon Monday, May 2. Please send items of interest to wicpa@kumc.edu.

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