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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">In memoriam: Michael Copass<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>

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<b>Michael Copass</b>, 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.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">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.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">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.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">Washington State Academy of Sciences<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>

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 to Drs. <b>Thomas Lynch</b>, professor (Hematology and Oncology) and <b>Juliana McElrath</b>, professor (Allergy and Infectious Diseases) who are among the new class of members elected to the

<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><a href="https://bit.ly/3SClJPF"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif;color:#39275B">Washington State Academy of Sciences<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">.

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">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.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">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.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">Integrated Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine Fellowship<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>

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 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.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">“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.

<b>Lianne Hirano</b>, clinical associate professor. Dr. <b>Gina Kang</b>, clinical assistant professor, will be the faculty lead for the track.  <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">“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.”<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">Applications are currently being accepted for a July 2025 start. Please reach out to

</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"></span><a href="mailto:bennett4@uw.edu"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif;color:#39275B">Dr. Bennett</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">

 with any questions.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">CLIME Educator Network: Call for faculty<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">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.

</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"></span><a href="https://bit.ly/46n7sMz"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif;color:#39275B">Learn more and apply to join the network</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">BRCA1/2: Why men should be screened for the breast cancer gene<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><!--[if gte vml 1]><v:shape id="Picture_x0020_4" o:spid="_x0000_s1028" type="#_x0000_t75" alt="Heather Cheng" style='position:absolute;margin-left:0;margin-top:.15pt;width:42.3pt;height:50.4pt;z-index:251659264;visibility:visible;mso-wrap-style:square;mso-width-percent:0;mso-height-percent:0;mso-wrap-distance-left:9pt;mso-wrap-distance-top:0;mso-wrap-distance-right:9pt;mso-wrap-distance-bottom:0;mso-position-horizontal:absolute;mso-position-horizontal-relative:text;mso-position-vertical:absolute;mso-position-vertical-relative:text;mso-width-percent:0;mso-height-percent:0;mso-width-relative:page;mso-height-relative:page'>

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 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

<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><a href="https://bit.ly/46oktp8"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif;color:#39275B">JAMA Oncology<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">.

 Dr. <b>Heather Cheng</b>, professor (Hematology and Oncology) led the study. <o:p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">Acute kidney injury might diminish cognition<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>

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 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

</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"></span><a href="https://bit.ly/3M55Q0J"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif;color:#39275B">study</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">

 published this month in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">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.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">“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. <b>Pavan Bhatraju</b>, 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.” <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>

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<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><a href="https://bit.ly/4fsfebV"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif;color:#39275B">UW Medicine Newsroom<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">.

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><b><u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif;color:#39275B">Strategic plan quarterly update<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></span></p>

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 continue to make significant strides in implementing our strategic plan. During this quarter, workgroups demonstrated exceptional collaboration and dedication to advancing our strategic priorities.

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">Key highlights include the following:<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>

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 The launch of the </span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"></span><a href="https://bit.ly/3XDgkeD"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif;color:#39275B">DOM Research Dashboard</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">

 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

<b>Aug. 14</b>, 12-1pm, </span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"></span><a href="https://washington.zoom.us/j/7902500611?omn=95196802227"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif;color:#39275B">via

 zoom</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">DEI</span></b></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">:

 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.</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">Professional Development</span></b></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">:

 The Professional Development workgroup achieved a major milestone by awarding the first

<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><a href="https://bit.ly/3x2DLCD"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif;color:#39275B">DOM staff scholarships<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk35011064"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",serif">.

 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

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 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.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:16.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1">

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 a proposal to recognize teaching efforts and to increase teaching awards within the department.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li></ul>

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