[domweek] DOM Week, August 5-9, 2024

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DOM Week
August 2, 2024
News, information, and events of interest from the Department of Medicine <http://bit.ly/1TemKEY>

(If you have items for DOM week, please email amyf at uw.edu<mailto:amyf at uw.edu>)



Faculty news
In memoriam: Michael Copass
[Michael Copass]Dr. Michael Copass, professor emeritus (Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine) passed away on July 26. He was 86. Copass started his career at UW in 1969 as a neurology resident, and went on to hold various prestigious positions, including director of emergency services at Harborview Medical Center from 1973 to 2008 and medical director of Airlift Northwest from 1982 to 2008.

In 1975, he became the director of the Harborview Medical Center's paramedic training program. In this role, he shaped the careers of countless paramedics and established one of the most rigorous and respected training programs in the nation. His relentless dedication and innovative approach expanded the program's scope to include not only cardiac care but also trauma, obstetrics, pediatric care, and more. He also served as the Seattle Fire Department Medical Director, further solidifying his influence in emergency medical services.

Dr. Copass' legacy will live on through the countless lives he saved, the paramedics he trained, and the community he served. His dedication to improving emergency medical care has left an enduring impact that will continue to benefit generations to come.

Learn more from UW Medicine Newsroom<https://bit.ly/3WDpOpb>.

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Washington State Academy of Sciences
[Drs. Thomas Lynch and Juliana McElrath]Congratulations to Drs. Thomas Lynch, professor (Hematology and Oncology) and Juliana McElrath, professor (Allergy and Infectious Diseases) who are among the new class of members elected to the Washington State Academy of Sciences<https://bit.ly/3SClJPF>.

Lynch was elected for being part of a research effort that found mutations in the cell-surface protein epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR), which plays an important role in helping lung cancer cells survive. Today, drugs that target EGFR can dramatically change outcomes for lung cancer patients by slowing the progression of the cancer.

McElrath is recognized for her seminal contributions to developing validated laboratory methods for interrogating cellular and humoral immune responses to HIV, TB and COVID-19 vaccines, which has led to the analysis of more than 100 vaccine and monoclonal antibody trials for nearly three decades, including evidence of T-cell immune responses as a correlate of vaccine protection.


Education news
Integrated Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine Fellowship
[cid:image026.jpg at 01DAE4F5.79019C00]We are pleased to announce ABIM approval for the launch of an official Integrated Geriatric and Palliative fellowship. This two-year program leads to board certification in both specialties and allows for up to eight months of protected time for scholarship and development as a leader.

"At this time when healthcare for older adults and those with serious illness needs rapid improvement, this program is set to provide the training needed to have the greatest impact," said Dr. Kate Bennett, associate professor (Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine) and program director of the new fellowship, along with Dr. Lianne Hirano, clinical associate professor. Dr. Gina Kang, clinical assistant professor, will be the faculty lead for the track.

"We have a long track record of collaboration between the two fellowship programs (Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine), so are eager to take this to the next level to provide this fully integrated training. The combination of geriatrics and palliative medicine, leadership training, and academic skills will graduate trainees who have exponential impact on the lives of older adults in our health system, region, and nation."

Applications are currently being accepted for a July 2025 start. Please reach out to Dr. Bennett<mailto:bennett4 at uw.edu> with any questions.

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CLIME Educator Network: Call for faculty
The Center for Learning and Innovation in Medical Education (CLIME) has launched the CLIME Educator Network: a database of faculty throughout WWAMI who are passionate about strengthening teaching skills and committed to building teaching excellence at the UW SOM. Learn more and apply to join the network<https://bit.ly/46n7sMz>.


Research news
BRCA1/2: Why men should be screened for the breast cancer gene
[Heather Cheng]They are genes commonly associated with breast cancer in women, but in fact men who carry certain mutations in their BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes are at higher risk of developing certain types of cancer themselves. These risks for men traditionally have been under-recognized, but newly developed national screening guidelines offer hope for identifying the cancer risk of BRCA mutations in men through genetic testing and tailored cancer screening, according to a recent article published in JAMA Oncology<https://bit.ly/46oktp8>. Dr. Heather Cheng, professor (Hematology and Oncology) led the study.

Read the full story from Hutch News<https://bit.ly/4dmvIRe>.

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Acute kidney injury might diminish cognition
[Pavan Bhatraju]Patients who sustain an acute kidney injury during a hospital stay due to a heart or lung condition face the risk of reduced mental acuity - even years later. This finding emerged in a study<https://bit.ly/3M55Q0J> published this month in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology.

The UW Medicine-led study followed 1,538 patients for three years. Participants underwent cognitive tests at intervals of three, 12 and 36 months after their hospitalizations.

"For the last two or three decades, there has been a growing recognition and concern of the long-term physical and cognitive consequences after hospitalization," said lead author Dr. Pavan Bhatraju, associate professor (Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine). "Caring for patients in the hospital, we have noticed some patients have declines in cognitive function after leaving the hospital and we were wondering why this happens."

Read the full story from UW Medicine Newsroom<https://bit.ly/4fsfebV>.


Strategic plan quarterly update
[cid:image029.jpg at 01DAE4F5.79019C00]We continue to make significant strides in implementing our strategic plan. During this quarter, workgroups demonstrated exceptional collaboration and dedication to advancing our strategic priorities.

Key highlights include the following:


  *   Research: The launch of the DOM Research Dashboard<https://bit.ly/3XDgkeD> represents a significant advancement in research data visualization and analysis. This tool provides valuable insights into research trends and performance. Office Hours to discuss data queries is on Aug. 14, 12-1pm, via zoom<https://washington.zoom.us/j/7902500611?omn=95196802227>.
  *   DEI: The DEI workgroup hosted a successful Diversity Council Annual Retreat, focusing on critical topics such as identity safety, restorative justice, and community engagement. This event underscored the department's commitment to fostering a more inclusive environment.
  *   Professional Development: The Professional Development workgroup achieved a major milestone by awarding the first DOM staff scholarships<https://bit.ly/3x2DLCD>. With $10K dispersed to 7 awardees, this initiative supports employee growth and professional development for qualifying continued education costs including workshops, certifications, educational courses and materials. Applications are accepted twice annually in April and October.
  *   Well-Being: The Well-being workgroup secured approval to pilot a remote well-being coaching program across three divisions: Gastroenterology, General Internal Medicine, and Cardiology. This innovative initiative aims to enhance employee well-being and support work-life balance.
  *   Education: The Education workgroup is developing a proposal to recognize teaching efforts and to increase teaching awards within the department.

Learn more on our intranet<https://bit.ly/3wC34Mg>.


Recent publications
Dr. David Fredricks, professor (Allergy and Infectious Diseases) is senior author of "Gardnerella Species and Their Association With Bacterial Vaginosis<https://bit.ly/46rp75H>" in the Journal of Infectious Diseases.

Dr. Joshua Hill, associate professor (Allergy and Infectious Diseases) is senior author of "Best Practice Considerations by The American Society of Transplant and Cellular Therapy: Infection Prevention and Management after Chimeric Antigen Receptor T Cell Therapy for Hematological Malignancies<https://bit.ly/3LLPSIF>" in Transplantation and Cellular Therapy.

Dr. Chi Hung, associate professor, is lead author and Dr. Ganesh Raghu, professor (Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine) is senior author of "Treatment of acute exacerbations of interstitial lung diseases with corticosteroids: Evidence?<https://bit.ly/4fgPRKl>" in Respirology.

Dr. Kevin Hybiske, associate professor (Allergy and Infectious Diseases) is co-author of "Chlamydia trachomatis Seroassays Used in Epidemiologic Research: A Narrative Review and Practical Considerations<https://bit.ly/4duzMyZ>" in the Journal of Infectious Diseases.

Dr. Eric Larson, affiliate professor (General Internal Medicine) is co-author of "Dementia prevention, intervention, and care: 2024 report of the Lancet standing Commission<https://bit.ly/3WJo4Lg>" in The Lancet. Read a Q&A<https://bit.ly/3Af9hio> about the project from UW Medicine Newsroom.

Dr. Fatemeh Moadab, postdoctoral scholar, is lead author and Dr. Tomas Mustelin, professor and head (Rheumatology) is senior author of "Subcellular location of L1 retrotransposon-encoded ORF1p, reverse transcription products, and DNA sensors in lupus granulocytes<https://bit.ly/4d8qrgk>" in Mobile DNA. DOM co-authors are Xiaoxing Wang, Rayan Najjar, and Alison Bays.

Dr. Leo Morales, professor (General Internal Medicine) is senior author of "A Bicultural Community-Academic Partnership to Improve the Latina/o Physician Workforce in Washington State (2019-2021)<https://bit.ly/46ypBXW>" in the American Journal of Public Health.

Dr. Nicholas Murphy, fellow, is lead author and Dr. Matthew Triplette, associate professor (Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine) is senior author of "A tailored decision aid improves understanding of lung cancer screening in people with HIV<https://bit.ly/3WLXfGh>" in Chest. DOM co-authors are Kristina Crothers, Jehan Budak, Nicholas Giustini, Katherine Durette, and Katie DeCell.

Dr. Rayan Najjar, assistant professor, is lead author and Dr. Tomas Mustelin, professor and head (Rheumatology) is senior author of "Distinct Transcript-Level Expression Profiles and Unique Alternative Splicing in Inflammatory Myopathies<https://bit.ly/4d70Wfj>" in ACR Open. Dr. Mustelin is also lead author of "Autoimmunity: the neoantigen hypothesis<https://bit.ly/3LO04QN>" in Frontiers in Immunology.

Dr. Mazyar Shadman, associate professor (Hematology and Oncology) is senior author of "Real-world comparative effectiveness of venetoclax-obinutuzumab versus Bruton tyrosine kinase inhibitors for frontline chronic lymphocytic leukaemia<https://bit.ly/3A1b0Ia>" in the British Journal of Haematology.



In the news
Drs. Jessica Bender, clinical assistant professor, Anita Chopra, clinical assistant professor (General Internal Medicine) and Eric Chow, clinical assistant professor (Allergy and Infectious Diseases) are quoted in "Most people don't really care about COVID anymore. That's good - and bad.<https://yhoo.it/3A3b8XP>" in Business Insider.



Events of interest
Quiet week: August 5-9
As we continue to rebuild resilience and focus on mental health, we would like to preserve department-wide quiet weeks throughout the year. During these weeks, we hope that individuals can limit non-essential meetings to recharge and reflect, as well as thoughtfully minimize emails. We realize that this will not be possible for everyone, but encourage all to take breaks when they are able.

Upcoming 2024 quiet weeks:

  *   November 25-29
  *   December 23-27


Weekly Calendar, August 5-9, 2024
Our events calendar is posted on our website<https://medicine.uw.edu/news/trumba-calendar>.


Coming up
Research Fellows Orientation Course
Registration is open for our annual Department of Medicine Workshop: "Surviving and Thriving During the Research Years<https://bit.ly/3S3jx3D>", a course covering skills necessary for academic success, such as grant & manuscript writing, mentorship, appointments & promotions, and breakout sessions on opportunities in industry or the public health & policy sector. The course is designed for fellows navigating their research path and is open to clinical and PhD fellows and early-stage faculty from all departments. There is no charge to attend this course. Aug. 19, 8:30am-3pm, Brotman Auditorium, South Lake Union. Please register for this course<https://forms.office.com/r/Pv3cKnKidg>. For more information please contact Ellen Schur (ellschur at uw.edu<mailto:ellschur at uw.edu>) or Nisha Bansal (nbansal at uw.edu<mailto:nbansal at uw.edu>).


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