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A Little Levity, Melissa Teply

The Art of Medicine

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Arterial Genesis, Margarita Pipinos, Argyrenia Pipinos

The Art of Medicine

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Healing Or Harm - Contemporary Controversies In Ink, Andrew Minchow

The Art of Medicine

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Summer's Labor, Jacob Benes

The Art of Medicine

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Red Sweater, Alicia Phillips

The Art of Medicine

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"Clinic Emotions" And "Bad News", Rachel Sisley

The Art of Medicine

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This Too Can Be Holy, Mitch Nohner

The Art of Medicine

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The Warrior Within, Hannah Manoj

The Art of Medicine

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Art Of Medicine - 2025

The Art of Medicine

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Mosaic Intestinal Tissue Where Mutated Stem Cells Express Green Fluorescent Protein, Rosemary Mwithiga

The Art of Medicine

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"Flowers With Glass Eyes," "My Daughter's Cardiac Ablation" And "Mandala", Ashley W. Walters

The Art of Medicine

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Asphyxiation By Hanging, Intentional Self-Harm, Initial Encounter (Icd-10: T71.162a), Lisa Sieczkowski

The Art of Medicine

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Horizon, 2024, Stephanie Hartman

The Art of Medicine

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"Pod Of Transient Orcas (To18'S & T049a'S) Off Of Speiden Island - San Juan Islands, Washington" And "Alaskan Coastal Brown Bear Munching On Sedge Grass In Lake Clark National Park - Alaska", Jayme Hoch

The Art of Medicine

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Time And A Half, Grace Kelly

The Art of Medicine

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"Starry Night" And "The Big Wave", Lina Adwer

The Art of Medicine

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Occupational Therapy Interventions For Health, Safety, & Wellbeing In Farmers And Ranchers With Disabilities: ​ A Systematized Review, Trinity Edwards, Lauren Klone, Madilynn Edwards, Emily Morse, Danielle Westmark, Stacy Smallfield, Molly Whitlow

Student Systematized Reviews: Occupational Therapy

Objective: This systematized review synthesizes evidence on occupational therapy (OT) interventions that enhance health, safety, and participation of agriculture workers with disabilities, advancing evidence-based, context-specific approaches in OT practice.

Abstract: Background: Farmers and ranchers have higher rates of injury, disability, and chronic conditions than the general population. These challenge their health and lifestyle (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, 2024; Miller & Aherin, 2018; Desai et al., 2022).

Purpose: To determine the effectiveness of interventions within the scope of OT at improving safety, health, and well-being amongst agricultural workers with disabilities.

Design: We performed a systematized review of peer-reviewed …

Interventions To Improve Community Mobility In Autistic People: A Systematized Review, Sydney Maddox, Jada Ford, Heather Olson, Danielle Westmark, Stacy Smallfield, Molly Whitlow

Student Systematized Reviews: Occupational Therapy

Importance: Community mobility (CM) enables access to locations outside the home, allowing participation in work, leisure, and social environments. Autistic adults have reported less access to public transportation and driving than the general population (Wilson et al., 2021), impacting their community participation, life satisfaction, and likelihood of employment and further education (Egilson et al., 2016, Song et al., 2022, Wilson et al., 2021). Occupational therapists can support autistic people by providing interventions to increase CM.

Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of interventions to improve CM in autistic people.

Methods: We collaborated with a medical librarian to conduct a systematic review …

Interventions To Improve Functional Use Of Hemiplegic Upper Extremity Post-Stroke: A Systematized Review, Brieana R. Dean, Sarah N. Wamsley, Halle Clary, Max W. Granstrom, Danielle Westmark, Bridgette Quinn, Stacey Smallfield, Molly Whitlow

Student Systematized Reviews: Occupational Therapy

Purpose: Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability with upper limb hemiplegia, significantly limiting participation in daily life (Lee & Howe, 2024; Long et al., 2020). This systematized review was conducted to address interventions within the scope of OT used to improve functional use of hemiplegic UE for adults post-stroke. Design: A systematized review protocol was used with inclusion criteria of full-text, English-language articles addressing rehabilitation interventions for hemiplegic UEs post-stroke containing participants ranging from ages 18-85. A medical librarian at the McGoogan Health Sciences library conducted a search across multiple databases for articles meeting the criteria for the …

Safety Of Healthcare Workers In Acute Care During Patient Mobilization: A Systematized Review, Lina Al Azzawi, Peyton Collier, Delaney Ehlers, Ruby Kulovitz, Danielle M. Westmark, Stacy Smallfield, Molly Whitlow

Student Systematized Reviews: Occupational Therapy

Abstract synopsis

Evidence shows that low-tech aids and lifting equipment promote safe patient handling in acute care, with the most consistent support found for lifting equipment in reducing worker injuries. There was mixed evidence to support ergonomic training.

Abstract

The aim of this study was to identify interventions within the scope of occupational therapy that enhance safety during patient mobilization for healthcare workers in acute care settings.

This systematized review of safe patient handling interventions included peer-reviewed studies that target healthcare worker safety during patient mobilization in acute care settings.

A medical librarian performed searches in Medline, CINAHL, and Scopus. …

Building Community-Engaged Capacity To Advance Telerehabilitation Services For Patients With Chronic Disease And/Or Disability, Ka-Chun Siu, Brad Dexter, Andrew Lindemeier, Karen Hux, Dipika Aggarwal

Posters and Presentations: Physical Therapy

Purpose:

This report was developed to capture insights from clinicians, patients, and families who have experienced or delivered telehealth services over the past four years. The rapid rise of telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic presented both challenges and opportunities, but as the initial surge subsided, its continued application in physical therapy has become less clear. This report explores what has worked well in telerehabilitation, identifies ongoing challenges, and provides actionable recommendations to bridge gaps in service delivery. By reflecting on these experiences, this work aims to inform the development of sustainable models that will advance clinical practice, improve patient outcomes, …

Pearls For Surgical Dermatology: Common Sense Solutions For Common Problems, Richard Maxwell Regester, Amy Cannella Md, Ms, Rhmsus, Wesley Chong, Ally Glaser, Amy Rau, Anthony J. Griess Md

EMET Projects

Introduction:
Efficiency and precision in surgical dermatology are crucial for optimizing patient outcomes and procedural success. This study presents a collection of practical surgical pearls designed to address common challenges encountered in dermatologic surgery. By implementing these streamlined techniques, practitioners can improve hemostasis, enhance visualization, and reduce surgical tension while maintaining favorable cosmetic results.

Methods & Key Techniques:
Several surgical pearls were compiled based on clinical experience and literature review. Key strategies include:

• Forceps-Assisted Cautery for Hemostasis: A technique that enhances efficiency by directing electrical current through forceps to neutralize bleeding vessels without additional clamps or sutures.
• Nasal Ala Hemostasis …

Medical Impact Of The College World Series On The Omaha Community, Benjamin Stevens, Jd Gregerson, Roarick Schollmeyer, Katie Weaver, Joseph Lippert

EMET Projects

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All Alone, Rachel Sisley

EMET Projects

This artwork depicts a child all alone while she is being cared for in a pediatric hospital.

Bad News, Rachel Sisley

EMET Projects

This is a representation of a patient sitting on the edge of his hospital bed. It is based on a memory I have from a clinical rotation, in which someone was diagnosed with cancer with a very poor prognosis. The dark green coating the room and his body represents the overwhelming fear he possibly feels. The blue represents sadness, while the red represents anger.

Wilson’S Disease Presenting As Acute Hepatitis In Pregnancy With Successful Maternal And Neonatal Outcomes: A Case Report, Paribesh Gyawali, Ranjan Regmi, Shambu Khanal, Rajan Bhandari, Shivani Gupta, Gunjan Arora

Graduate Medical Education Research Journal

Background: Wilson’s disease is a rare genetic disorder characterized by copper accumulation, leading to multi-organ symptoms. It affects between 1 in 30,000 to 1 in 100,000 individuals, with a mean age at diagnosis of 13.2 years. The diagnosis may be overlooked due to its numerous presentations, which can range from non-specific symptoms such as fever, fatigue, and behavioral changes to fulminant hepatic failure. Its clinical manifestations vary widely, making diagnosis during pregnancy particularly challenging. Wilson’s disease complicates pregnancy, as untreated cases can lead to significant morbidity and mortality; excess copper can disrupt metabolic processes and contribute to recurrent miscarriages.

Case: …

Pumping Iron, Straining Hearts: Androgen Building Cardiomyopathy In A Middle Aged Bodybuilding Enthusiast, Milan Terzic, Yash B. Patel

Graduate Medical Education Research Journal

A 46-year-old bodybuilder presenting with new onset dyspnea found to have a new onset non-ischemic cardiomyopathy (CM) attributed to exogenous trenbolone and testosterone use. Steroid cessation and guideline-directed heart failure therapy led to notable recovery in left ventricular function supported by global longitudinal strain, ejection fraction and symptomatology.

Anabolic steroid-induced CM involves multiple mechanisms including lipid disturbances, hypertrophy, reduced receptor sensitivity, and cell damage. This case emphasizes the importance of recognizing anabolic steroid misuse as a potential cause of non-ischemic cardiomyopathy in middle aged men. With prompt discontinuation of steroids, remained abstinence and early initiation of guideline-directed medical therapy, myocardial …

The Use Of Abdominal Fascial Plane Blocks For Post-Operative Analgesia In Intestinal Rehabilitation Patients – A Retrospective Comparative Study, Brittany A. Brown, Lauren E. Costello, Elizabeth C. Ternent-Recht, Trevor J. Wilke, Cale A. Kassel

Graduate Medical Education Research Journal

Background: Short gut syndrome affects both pediatric and adult patients often requiring multiple surgical procedures to improve intestinal function. Identifying methods to improve pain control and reduce opioid consumption is an important consideration for this patient population.

Methods: A retrospective chart review of 115 patients less than 12 years of age undergoing abdominal procedures between August 1, 2012, and December 31, 2019, was performed. From this group, 64 patients had a perioperative abdominal wall fascial plane block performed and were compared to 51 patients who did not have a block performed.

Results: Mean opioid use defined as morphine equivalent daily …

A Novel Interactive Video Module For Providers Improves Knowledge Of Best-Practices For Treating Alcohol Use Disorder, Patrick Twohig, Zachary P. Slocum, Alena Balasanova, Nathalie Khoury, Allison Ashford, Kyle Scholten, Josh Warner, John Gallagher, Thoetchai Peeraphatdit

Graduate Medical Education Research Journal

Background: Despite the availability of efficacious treatment for alcohol use disorder (AUD), providers and patients are often unaware of available treatment options and how to pursue them. Prior studies have found that providers desire more training to effectively treat AUD. Our aim was to develop a standardized video to educate providers about AUD treatment.

Methods: Prospective single-center cohort study evaluating the impact of a novel, interactive educational video module (EVM) for providers about AUD treatment. The EVM discusses treatment, motivational interviewing (MI) and harm reduction strategies, and case examples. The EVM was hosted on our hospital’s website, and available to …

Factors Associated With Healthcare Students’ Cognitive Levels Measured By The Classroom Test Of Scientific Reasoning., Alberto J. De Armendi, Amir L. Butt, Kathryn M.L Konrad, Mohanad Shukry, Edmund A. Marek Ii

Graduate Medical Education Research Journal

Introduction: Healthcare student acceptance into graduate and professional school is based on Grade Point Average (GPA), Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores, interviews, and letters of recommendation, but not on cognition levels. However, educators need to understand students’ cognitive levels to facilitate constructivist learning theory and inquiry-based learning. The aim of this study is to understand the influence of cognition in healthcare students through the administration of the Classroom Test of Scientific Reasoning (CTSR).

Methods: Medical and baccalaureate nursing students were enrolled to answer demographic questions and complete the CTSR. The CTSR rubric score were used to define four operational cognitive …