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Deans Report Udm: The World Needs Titans -- Serving Our Community And Beyond, Mert N. Aksu Dds, Jd, Mhsa, Cert. Dph

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

Detroit Mercy's Dental School is experiencing increased popularity despite a growing number of dental schools nationwide. The school emphasizes a learner-centered approach, focusing on student development and clinical experience. Key changes to the curriculum include increased integration of biomedical sciences and case-based learning. Detroit Mercy's commitment to excellence, community service, and humanistic care sets it apart from other dental schools.

Exploring Ada Commons: Discover What's New Across The Tripartite, Alisun Dekock

Metro Denver Dental Society Articulator Magazine

The article details ADA Commons, a new open-access database that offers searchable access to a wide range of dental publications and archival materials from ADA State and Local Associations. ADA Commons allows member dentists to explore, search and contribute to a growing collection of dentistry-related content.

Colorado Non-Compete Agreements For Dentists, Josh Austin

Metro Denver Dental Society Articulator Magazine

The article details the intricacies of Colorado's non-compete agreements and their validity as well as non-solicitation agreements. Income thresholds, penalties and consequences of non-compliance are also discussed.

What's Your Cyber Protection Game Plan?, Paul Murphy

Metro Denver Dental Society Articulator Magazine

The article discusses offensive and defensive strategies for protection against cyberattacks and ransomware. Best practices detailed include engaging with credentialed experts, safeguarding against potential breaches through updated technology and vulnerability assessments and training staff to recognize and respond to threats.

The Patient Experience: A Roadmap To Success, Amanda Jozsa Dds

Metro Denver Dental Society Articulator Magazine

This article outlines a ten-step system designed to enhance patient experience in the dental practice. The author emphasizes the importance of exceptional customer service, team collaboration and attention to detail in all steps of the patient journey. By focusing on the steps outlined the author believes dental practices can foster patient loyalty, reduce marketing costs, boost team morale and lead to practice growth and success.

Incorporating Solvation Thermodynamic Mapping In Computer-Aided Drug Design, Yeonji Ji

Dissertations, Theses, and Capstone Projects

Advancements in computational techniques have revolutionized structure-based drug design, substantially improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the drug discovery process by reducing time, costs, and labor requirements. These advancements include various methods, such as investigating small molecule ligands binding to proteins, exploring alternative protein conformations, and solvation mapping on the protein surfaces. Among these methods, understanding the correlation between protein-ligand binding and the role of solvation is important.

A fundamental concept in protein-ligand binding is shape and electrostatic complementarity, which is complicated by the inherent flexibility of proteins. In the absence of small molecule ligands, proteins are complementary to surface …

The Implementation Of A Fall Education Program To Enhance Functional Outcomes In An Acute Orthopedic Hospital Setting, Stacy Wentz Ms, Otr/L, Jared Schnell Pt, Dpt, Haily Roth Pt, Dpt

Department of Medicine

No abstract provided.

Himmelfarb Library Liaison Letter - September 2024, The George Washington University, Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library

Himmelfarb Library Liaison Letters

No abstract provided.

Hereditary Spherocytosis Due To A Novel Variant, P.Q1034x, In The Beta Subunit Of The Spectrin Gene: A Case Report, Emmalee M. Kugler, Akash Patel, Faraz Afridi, Maria I. Scarano, Rafat Ahmed

Department of Emergency Medicine Faculty Papers

Background: Heterozygous pathogenic variants of SPTB cause hereditary spherocytosis (HS) in a quarter of cases. Case report: A 14-day-old male presenting with persistent anemia and hyperbilirubinemia was diagnosed with HS by increased red blood cell osmotic fragility and decreased fluorescence on the eosin-5′-maleimide binding test. For his failure to thrive and hypotonia, genetic sequencing revealed a de novo variant of the SPTB gene (p.Q1034X) on exon 15. This variant is predicted to cause loss of normal protein function either through protein truncation or nonsense-mediated mRNA decay. A variant of uncertain significance (p.R438W) in the chondroitin sulfate synthase 1 (CHSY1) gene …

Highly Toxic Aβ Begets More Aβ, Merc M. Kemeh, Noel Lazo

Chemistry

No abstract provided.

Timeless Review Of Into The Woods And The Perks Of Being A Wallflower, Anjali Shah

be Still

This essay is a review of the musical, Into the Woods, and the book, The Perks of Being a Wallflower. This personal reflection is an overview of how both works of art navigate the theme of "the web of life."

Burnout, Amanda Almeida

be Still

I loved writing since I was 12. I learned putting words on paper solidifies the human experience, whether it be through poetry, music, stories, or simply free-writing one's thoughts. Attending medical school has broadened my experience with other realities to an unexpected degree. I realize that wanting to save lives through healthcare comes at a great cost to the person pursuing a career in medicine. Writing about the intensity of medical school helped me cope and I hope that my future patients will come to understand, sometimes, the only way out is through, and coping by using the things we …

Turning The Bend: A Poem For My Mother And Those Grieving Loved Ones, Leah Simon

be Still

No abstract provided.

From Didactic To Healing Hands, Jashkumar Choudhari

be Still

As the creator of the poem "From Didactic to Healing Hands," I am delighted to share my perspective on the inspiration and intent behind this piece.

The poem serves as a heartfelt exploration of the evolution that occurs as we transition from the theoretical world of classrooms and lectures to the practical, human-centered realm of healthcare. It's a journey that demands not only the accumulation of knowledge but the nurturing of empathy, compassion, and the courage to step into the role of healing with confidence.

I wanted to convey the interconnectedness of science and the art of medicine, emphasizing that …

Our Web, Alia Abdullah

be Still

Alia would like to acknowledge Ingmar Bergman's film, Through a Glass Darkly.

To Which We Return, Marianne Koleng

be Still

This work is an attempt to reconcile the vibrance of life as evidenced by the colorful collage and bismuth crystal with death, which is portrayed by a somber skull emerging from an aorta and ventricles of a human heart. Understanding the temporal nature of our existence is key to subtle references to beauty and imperfection latent in the background of this image to cue the idea of beauty in life and death to the viewer.

Going Under, Marianne Koleng

be Still

This paper is a meditation on a journey through the humanities and the pages of the works of the German philosopher, Friedrich Nietzsche, and the eventual conclusion to a pursuit of a medical career. It identifies that while not all paths to a similar endpoint are identical, but each has its own rich merits, twists, and turns.

Transcending Fear: The Power Of Mindful Affirmations And Purposeful Action, Andrew Bouras

be Still

My work explores themes of fear, an unavoidable emotion that confronts us all throughout our respective journeys. Inspired by many, my writing reflects my personal journey up until this point. I believe that we are all going to achieve that which we are meant to achieve, and I will continue to share that vision with audiences as opportunities arise.

Key Factors Influencing Job Satisfaction Among Academic Staff In The University, Victor Amadi Stephen

School of Rehabilitation Services & Counseling Faculty Publications and Presentations

Job satisfaction (JS) undoubtedly impacts significantly on the productive capacity and general well-being of academic staff within universities. Poor JS affects not only individual performance but also broader institutional goals and may culminate in a decline in staff morale, disloyalty, constant labor migration and unending industrial actions by labor unions within the university. Enhancing job satisfaction can improve staff’s quality of service, staff retention, productivity, and the overall academic quality of the institutions. This study reviews factors associated with job satisfaction among academic staff in universities, and how these factors independently contribute to overall job satisfaction. This study draws on …

Articulator Q3 2024

Metro Denver Dental Society Articulator Magazine

The magazine examines customer service and patient experience from different perspectives. Content includes:

• An editorial from the MDDS President, Dr. Susan Kutis, on pillars for a successful dental career
• A reflection from MDDS Co-Editor. Dr. Allen Vean, examining the basics of customer service
• A feature from Dr. Amanda Jozsa, focusing on nine steps to improving patient experience
• An update on non-compete agreements in Colorado
• An article with practical cybersecurity tips to protect yourself, your patient and the dental practice
• An article on ADA Commons - what it is and how it benefits member dentists

Reclaiming Healing Spaces: A Phenomenological Study On The Transformative Power Of Outdoor Therapy From The Lived Experiences Of Black Clinicians Working With Black Clients, Lynn Murphy

Dissertations

This phenomenological study involved assessing the experiences of Black therapists who engaged Black clients in outdoor therapeutic contexts. The study was founded on the existing literature that shows the quality of the therapeutic relationship is pivotal for client retention and the Western standards that have historically favored treatment within indoor environments. To contextualize this research, a comprehensive literature review was commenced, covering topics such as the decolonization of therapy, the historical and present-day relationship between Blacks and the outdoors in the United States, sedentary lifestyles, the psychological benefits of time spent in nature, various types of outdoor therapy, and the …

Fact Sheet: Dental Student Rotations At Community Health Centers In North Dakota: Increasing The Dental Workforce And Serving Community, Shawnda Schroeder

Indigenous Health Faculty Publications

North Dakota has no dental school. Recognizing the need to address dental workforce shortages, and barriers to recruiting new dental professionals to the state, the North Dakota Department of Health & Human Services Oral Health Program (OHP) and the North Dakota Area Health Education Center financially support dental rotations at three community health centers in North Dakota.

Fact Sheet: North Dakota Schools Welcome School-Based Dental Sealant Programs: 2023-2024 School Year, Shawnda Schroeder

Indigenous Health Faculty Publications

The North Dakota Department of Health & Human Services Oral Health Program (OHP) established a school-based dental sealant program (SEAL!ND) in 2012 which continues to provide dental sealants, fluoride varnish applications, oral health education, dental screenings, and referrals for students.

Fact Sheet: Community Impact: School-Based Sealant Program, 2023-2024, Shawnda Schroeder

Indigenous Health Faculty Publications

The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services Oral Health Program (OHP) has established a school-based dental sealant program (SEAL!ND) which has been providing dental sealants, fluoride varnish applications, oral health education, and dental screenings and referrals for students throughout North Dakota dating back to 2012. School-based sealant programs are a highly effective way to deliver preventive oral health services and dental sealants to children less likely to receive private dental care.

Fact Sheet: Promoting Dental Careers: R-Cool Health Scrubs Camps And Academies, Shawnda Schroeder

Indigenous Health Faculty Publications

The R-COOL-Health Scrubs Camps and Academies are part of an exciting program supported by the Center for Rural Health (CRH) at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences. The overall purpose of the program is to increase awareness, interest, and understanding of health careers among North Dakota students in grades 5-12.

Bilio-Cecal Stent Migration Presenting As Massive Rectal Bleeding., Lefika Bathobakae, Shady Geris, Mohita Jariwala, Mansi Patel, Jessica Escobar, Ruhin Yuridullah, Kamal Amer, Yana Cavanagh

Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine Departmental Research

Endoscopic biliary stenting is a well-established intervention for the treatment of biliary, hepatic, and pancreatic disorders. The common indications include strictures, neoplasms, stones, infections, and bile leaks. Stents can be occluded, predisposing patients to ascending cholangitis and biliary sepsis. Distal stent migration is another known complication of endoscopic stenting and is usually spontaneous. Bowel perforation, abscesses, bleeding, and pancreatitis are rare complications of distal stent migration and are usually limited to the duodenum. Herein, we describe an extremely rare case of bilio-cecal stent migration presenting as rectal bleeding.

Virtual Reality In Cancer Care: Enhancing Knowledge And Reducing Anxiety About Chemotherapy Among Patients And Caregivers, Melissa K. Thomas, Abolfazl (Abel) Jarrahi, Lauren Dennie, Sam Scott, Ted Lau, Annika Johnson

Primary Care Open Access Publications

Virtual reality (VR) technology has evolved from entertainment to significant applications in healthcare and education. Despite its potential, there is limited research on the role of VR in cancer care. This study investigates VR’s ability to simulate the chemotherapy process, aiming to enhance patients’ knowledge and mitigate anxiety associated with chemotherapy. Utilizing a two-arm, mixed-methods pre/post-survey design, the study measured changes in patients’ anxiety and knowledge before and after exposure to a VR simulation. Participants (n = 267) engaged with VR simulations or interactive 360-degree videos depicting the chemotherapy process. Data analyses revealed a significant median increase in chemotherapy knowledge …

Emerging Special Pathogen C4i: Readiness Is Achieved Through Commitment, Collaboration, Coordination, Cooperation, And Innovation, Darrell Ruby, Christa Arguinchona, Lindsey Bandow, David Brett-Major, Barb Dunham, Heather M. Flavell, Jake Lacore, James Lawler, Patti Lord, Brian Rogge, Mark Vazquez, Jana Broadhurst

Conferences

High Consequence Infectious Disease preparedness in Alaska, a partnership. This presentation will detail how civilian and military stakeholders worked together to enhance readiness for management of an emerged special pathogen. Providence, as the Region 10 Emerging Special Pathogen Treatment Center (RESPTC), leveraged regional relationships and partnered with the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) to integrate frontline special pathogen preparedness training in Alaska with an operational exercise to test interoperability of local high consequence infection prevention and control and case management workflows with the Isolation System for Treatment and Agile Response for High-Risk Infections (ISTARI). Providence led detailed frontline training …

Understanding Your Sepsis Diagnosis (Español), Providence Mmhm

Posters with QR Codes

Please see additional files:

1. Patient Education Graphic: Understand Your Sepsis Diagnosis
2. Patient Education Flyer: SEPTICEMIA Todo lo que necesita saber / SEPSIS What You Need to Know (Spanish)

Understanding Your Sepsis Diagnosis (English), Providence Mmhm

Posters with QR Codes

Please see additional files:

1. Patient Education Graphic: Understand Your Sepsis Diagnosis
2. Patient Education Flyer: Sepsis What You Need to Know