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Today - December 16, 2011, Loma Linda University

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Inside this issue:

-- Thanksharing inspirational program draws close to 1,000 from surrounding communities
-- Loma Linda summit encourages community planning around health
-- Prayer in a School of Pharmacy classroom
-- LLU Children's Hospital receives grant from The UPS Foundation
-- Naomi Florea receives Spiritual Life Service award
-- Sterile processing saves lives every day
-- Ribbon cut for School of Dentistry's dental hygiene program in Palm Desert
-- 5+5+0=10: School of Pharmacy celebrates 550th white coat student
-- Enrollment soars in School of Allied Health Professions
-- Respiratory care team wins national championship
-- Student's South Sudan experience …

Alumni Journal - Volume 82, Number 4, Loma Linda University School Of Medicine

Alumni Journal, School of Medicine

Features:
10 | A Life Well Lived - A look at the work of Dr. Heath Rowsell '54
16 | Todd Westra Takes Charge - Dr. Todd Westra '96 manages operations at the new Ontario Vineyard Medical Center
18 | Scheer Memorial Hospital - Celebrating 50 years of service in Nepal

News:
5 | New Executive Director
7 | School of Medicine News
28 | Alumni Activities
30 | In Memoriam

Regulars:
4 | Editorial
6 | The President's Page
9 | The Dean's Page
32 | They Walked These Halls
36 | Placement Ads

Supplemental Fish Oil Decreases Urinary Excretion Of A Marker Of Bone Resorption In Healthy Adults, Eric E. Noreen, Josef Brandauer, Megan H. Macnabb

Health Sciences Faculty Publications

Background: Incorporation of fish oil (FO) into the diet of rodents has been shown to result in positive changes in bone health. Currently it is poorly understood if FO has the same effects on bone health in humans. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of supplemental FO on levels of urinary N-terminal cross-linked telopeptide (NTx), which is a marker of bone breakdown, and how this is related to the morning levels of salivary cortisol and urinary excretion of interleukin 6 (IL-6).

Methods: A total of twenty-eight females and twelve males(35 ± 13yrs; 69.1 ± 14.1kg; 29.4 …

Today - October 28, 2011, Loma Linda University

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Inside this issue:

-- Mission globe dedication following annual Loma Linda University convocation ceremony
-- School of Pharmacy grant may have ended - but outreach continues
-- Upcoming summit to encourage community planning around health
-- Occupational therapy professor fills textbook void by writing her own
-- Four School of Public Health faculty summit Mt. Kilimanjaro in 2011
-- From student to pharmacist to preceptor to corporate manager
-- Family Fun Day encourages exercise for 200 community children and adults
-- Allied health recycling program helps Haitian orphans
-- The hidden war of child welfare
-- 'Emotional Health & Wellness' …

Celebrating A Legacy Of Mission, Loma Linda University

Scope

In this issue . . .

2 | Answering the call to serve
For more than a century, medical missionaries from Loma Linda University have served humanity in distant locales

4 | On the front lines in Africa
A young family serves at a remote hospital in Central Africa’s Tchad

8 | Pediatrician to a nation
Loma Linda alumna cares for the children of Laos— with her own hands and those pediatricians she helps to educate

13 | ‘Honey, let’s move to Africa’
A Loma Linda alumna and her husband consider Malamulo Hospital

16 | Breakthrough in breast cancer treatment …

Today - September 30, 2011, Loma Linda University

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Inside this issue:

-- Loma Linda University Medical Center delegation called to the White House to share ideas on health outcomes
-- Mahmoud Torabinejad, most cited endodontic journal author
-- Camp Good Grief special victims program helps adolescents refocus and rebuild after a murder or suicide in the family
-- First 15 dental hygienists graduate from joint LLU/SRRSH program in China
-- Contrary to earlier findings, excess body fat in elderly decreases life expectancy
-- Students invite community to help Horn of Africa by attending forum fundraiser
-- Safety coordinators learn about disasters
-- Innerweave: The Wholeness Story
-- Drayson …

Worksite Weight Loss Intervention Utilizing Monetary Incentives And Contingency Management For Overweight And Obese Employees At Risk For Type 2 Diabetes, Santina A. Galbo

Master's Theses

Abstract:

Purpose: The present study aimed to evaluate the effect of a financial incentive on weight loss and diabetes risk score (DRS) following a tailored National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP) weight loss intervention among adults who are overweight/obese and who are at risk for type 2 diabetes. An additional aim to evaluate changes in weight loss self-efficacy (WLSE), exercise self-efficacy (ESE), healthy eating score (HES) and movement through the stages of change (SOC) from pre to post intervention.

Design: Four long-term care facilities, from one corporation, were randomly assigned to either an Incentivized Program (IP) or a Non-Incentivized Program (NIP). …

Alumni Journal - Volume 82, Number 3, Loma Linda University School Of Medicine

Alumni Journal, School of Medicine

Features:
4 | Guest Editorial - LLUSM '11 President's Remarks
5 | The 10,000th Graduate of LLUSM
6 | A New Era of Service
10 | LLUSM Class of 2011
25 | LLUSM Master's/PhD Graduates
26 | School of Medicine Honorees

Departments:
28 | Alumni Fund
29 | You Say This
30 | AA President's Page
31 | Dean's Page
32 | Perpetual Members
36 | Placements

Today - August 26, 2011, Loma Linda University

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Inside this issue:

-- Loma Linda University Medical Center ranked No. 1 among Inland Empire hospitals
-- Twenty-seven LLUMC physicians included among U.S. News & World Report's Top Doctors
-- LLU advancement administrator receives Milton Trailblazer Award
-- Loma Linda University named among top 15 institutions for conferring degrees to minority students
-- Loma Linda University pharmacy residency program: a course of growth
-- Don Roth, General Conference representative, passes away
-- Innerweave: The Wholeness Story
-- Public health professor elected to nonprofit board of directors
-- Nutrition professor elected executive leader of California Dietetics Association
-- Loma Linda University …

Supporting School Wellness Policices Through Game On! Implementation In 13 High-Need Connecticut Schools, Sarah M. Bourque

Master's Theses

No abstract provided.

Exercise Intensity As A Determinant Of Exercise Induced Hypoalgesia, Karen Y. Wonders, Daniel G. Drury

Health Sciences Faculty Publications

The purpose of this study was to examine pain perception during and following two separate 30-min bouts of exercise above and below the Lactate Threshold (LT). Pain Threshold (PT) and Pain Intensity (PI) were monitored during (15 and 30 min) and after exercise (15 and 30 min into recovery) using a Cold Pressor Test (CPT) and Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for pain of the non-dominant hand. Significant differences in PT scores were found both during and after exercise conditions. Post hoc analysis revealed significant differences in PT scores at 30 min of exercise (P=0.024, P=0.02) and 15 min of recovery …

The Mechanism Of Tumorigenesis In The Immortalized Human Pancreatic Cell Lines: Cell Culture Models Of Human Pancreatic Cancer, Zhe Chang

Dissertations and Theses (Open Access)

The mechanism of tumorigenesis in the immortalized human pancreatic cell lines: cell culture models of human pancreatic cancer

Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is the most lethal cancer in the world. The most common genetic lesions identified in PDAC include activation of K-ras (90%) and Her2 (70%), loss of p16 (95%) and p14 (40%), inactivation p53 (50-75%) and Smad4 (55%). However, the role of these signature gene alterations in PDAC is still not well understood, especially, how these genetic lesions individually or in combination contribute mechanistically to human pancreatic oncogenesis is still elusive. Moreover, a cell culture transformation model with sequential …

The Development And Implementation Of An Anthropomorphic Head Phantom For The Assessment Of Proton Therapy Treatment Procedures, Paige A. Summers

Dissertations and Theses (Open Access)

Proton therapy has become an increasingly more common method of radiation therapy, with the dose sparing to distal tissue making it an appealing option, particularly for treatment of brain tumors. This study sought to develop a head phantom for the Radiological Physics Center (RPC), the first to be used for credentialing of institutions wishing to participate in clinical trials involving brain tumor treatment of proton therapy. It was hypothesized that a head phantom could be created for the evaluation of proton therapy treatment procedures (treatment simulation, planning, and delivery) to assure agreement between the measured dose and calculated dose within …

Today - June 24, 2011, Loma Linda University

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Inside this issue:

-- Loma Linda University School of Medicine graduates record 10,000th medical student
-- Emmy Awards names Loma Linda TV show best in region
-- Loma Linda University bestows honorary doctorate to Lowell Cooper
-- Big changes to accompany new management agreement at Loma Linda Market
-- Allied health students support cystic fibrosis walk
-- Board of Trustees Report
-- Innerweave: The Wholeness Story
-- Association of American Medical Colleges report gives Loma Linda University School of Medicine high marks among national medical schools
-- Student research reveals poor-quality sleep may interfere with stroke recovery
-- GHI-sponsored trip …

Alumni Journal - Volume 82, Number 2, Loma Linda University School Of Medicine

Alumni Journal, School of Medicine

Features:
5 | Homecoming 2011
8 | Gold Anniversary Class
10 | Silver Anniversary Class
20 | Alumnus of the Year
24 | LLUSM Proton Report

Departments:
4 | From the Editor
36 | The Alumni Fund
37 | AA President's Page
38 | Dean's Page
39 | You Say This
40 | Holding Fund
41 | Placements

Commencement Program 2011, Loma Linda University

Commencement Programs

CONTENTS

1 | Message from the President

3 | 2011 Events of Commencement

4 | The Academic Procession

6 | Significance of Academic Regalia

8 | The Good Samaritan

9 | University History Highlights

11 | Loma Linda University Song - "Healing Love"

12 | The Speakers

20 | The University Honorees

32 | The School Honorees

53 | The Programs

• School of Medicine, 54
• School of Pharmacy, 74
• School of Dentistry, 80
• School of Science and Technology and School of Religion, 96
• School of Nursing, 111
• School of Allied Health Professions - Physical Therapy, 121
• School of Allied Health …

Today - May 25, 2011, Loma Linda University

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Inside this issue:

-- Loma Linda University prepares to graduate more than 1,300 students
-- 'Loma Linda 360' nominated for eight Emmys
-- Connection between mental and physical health suggested by Biopsychosocial Religion and Health Study
-- First annual medical simulation conference
-- Counseling and family sciences department conducts study for Housing Authority
-- Loma Linda University Medical Center announces administrative reorganization
-- Large crowd attends Women's Works at LLU Heart & Surgical Hospital
-- LLUMC East Campus Hospital administrator transitions to active retirement
-- Child life seminar looks to hospitalized children and their unique needs
-- New director comes …

Knowledge And Perception Of The Role Of Targeted Ultrasound In Detecting Down Syndrome Among A High Risk Population, Ashley M. Henriksen

Dissertations and Theses (Open Access)

The purpose of this study was to determine the perception and knowledge of targeted ultrasound in women who screen positive for Down syndrome in the first or second trimester, and to assess the perceived detection rate of Down syndrome by targeted ultrasound in this population.  While several studies have reported patient perceptions’ of routine ultrasound, no study has specifically examined knowledge regarding the targeted ultrasound and its role in detecting Down syndrome.  A targeted ultrasound is a special ultrasound during the second trimester offered to women who may be at a higher-than-average risk of having a baby with some type …

Allied Health, Carol L. Watwood

DLPS Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

Adolescent Medicine, Carol L. Watwood

DLPS Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

Today - April 27, 2011, Loma Linda University

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Inside this issue:

-- LLU School of Medicine Center for Perinatal Biology makes history
-- School of Pharmacy students handcraft blankets for HIV patients
-- Dentistry faculty research published
-- Donors remember friends taken in tragic plane crash
-- Loma Linda University Medical Center-Murrieta opens April 15 after receiving license from state health department
-- Respiratory therapy students take part in regional academic competition
-- LLUC vespers provides quality programs
-- Documentary on Haiti provides life-changing experience for young people
-- Joshua Tree National Park: antidote for the winter 'blahs'
-- Safety coordinators' banquet honors those who kept us safe …

Today - April 13, 2011, Loma Linda University

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Inside this issue:

-- 18th annual LLU Children's Hospital gala 'Health, Hope, & All That Jazz' raises more than $800,000 for services and equipment
-- LLU psychiatrist William H. McGhee, MD, honored by Pakistani government
-- Attendees still talking about third annual laryngectomy conference
-- New research suggests vegetarians at lower risk of heart disease and diabetes
-- SPH students present message of safety for National Public Health Week
-- LLUCH Foundation Gala (pictorial)
-- Medical massage school continues to partner with Drayson Center
-- Farm-fresh food becomes more of a reality for school children
-- Drill tests student, faculty, …

Today - April 1, 2011, Loma Linda University

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Inside this issue:

-- Annual postgraduate convention offers fellowship, fun, learning, and worship
-- LLUMC ranks No. 1 in Riverside-San Bernardino counties in U.S. News & World Reports Best Hospitals metro area rankings
-- LLU earns praise and reaccreditation from WASC Commission
-- School of Dentistry department of dental hygiene honors alumna and student
-- American Heath Care Congress expands beyond Loma Linda University
-- Pulitzer-prize-winning author to discuss Scopes trial at May 21 event
-- School of Public Health conference examines food from all ages
-- NIH awards $1.3 million to Schools of Science and Technology, and Pharmacy
-- …

Establishing Reliability And Validity Of The Chinese Version Of The Jefferson Scale Of Empathy, Hanoch Livneh, Jung-Feng Cheng, Yu-Min Lai

Counselor Education Faculty Publications and Presentations

[Article in Chinese]

Background: Empathy is an important concept and necessary skill for health care providers. Many studies have adopted the Jefferson Scale of Empathy - Health care Providers Version (JSE-HP) to collect data used to measure healthcare provider empathy. However, this scale has not been used to assess healthcare providers in Taiwan. Purpose: Study purposes were to: (a) translate the JSE-HP into Chinese, (b) examine validity and reliability of the translated scale, and (c) use the scale to measure empathyin a sample of Taiwan healthcare providers.

Methods: Researchers used a backward translation approach to translate the JSE-HP …

Today - March 16, 2011, Loma Linda University

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Inside this issue:

-- Loma Linda University Medical Center-Murrieta opens
-- Loma Linda City Council moves toward approval of pedestrian walkway project
-- Physical therapy graduate inducted into Rose Bowl Hall of Frame
-- Social work graduate students brave the night to survey the unsheltered
-- AACR awards 50 Minority Scholar in Cancer Research Awards
-- Loma Linda University School of Medicine dedicates the class of 2014
-- School of Nursing hosts delegation from South Korea
-- Volunteer opportunities for Goal 4 Health youth soccer league
-- Shona sculpture at Highland Springs Medical Plaza depicts family embrace
-- Physical therapy …

Today - March 2, 2011, Loma Linda University

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Inside this issue:

-- NSF-funded AIM lab opens LLU School of Medicine
-- Zhejiang Provincial People's Government presents friendship award to LLU Global Health Institute associate director
-- Student and future dietitian headed to John Hopkins for clinical practicum
-- Student's love for missions further quickened during Honduras trip
-- School of Pharmacy student wins essay contest for Amazon mission trip
-- Payscale.com names LLU among tops for starting salaries in the nation
-- LLU School of Religion hosts renowned biblical scholar from Scotland
-- Loma Linda University Medical Simulation Center features art exhibit
-- Pharmacy celebrates four years success …

Alumni Journal - Volume 82, Number 1, Loma Linda University School Of Medicine

Alumni Journal, School of Medicine

Features:
7 | The APC 2011 Venue
9 | APC 2011 Feature Speakers
12 | Healthy People 2011

Departments:
4 | From the Editor
6 | AA Scientific Chair
8 | AA President's Page
16 | SM Class Reunion
18 | Where to Worship during APC 2011
20 | Alumni Fund
22 | Dean's Page
23 | Perpetual Members
24 | Placements

Today - January 26, 2011, Loma Linda University

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Inside this issue:

-- University and medical center mourns passing of executive director of university relations
-- Fundraiser yields more than $113,000 for mental health in the Inland Empire
-- Antioxidants in pecans may contribute to heart health and disease prevention
-- Dedication service for medical students
-- University and medical center remember longtime photographer
-- Series presents risks of metabolic syndrome and prevention advice
-- SIMS phonathon and mailing campaign raises $78,042 for international missions
-- Religion professor pens book on making evangelism work
-- SPN meeting highlights excellence in nursing care for children
-- The Great Loma Linda …

The "Occupy" Movement: What's It All About?, Richard Philp

Data and Test Instruments

The Occupy Wall Street movement has spread around the world and despite criticism that it lacks clear goals it has raised awareness of many of the societal problems afflicting the middle and working classes including increasing disparity of income between the very rich and the rest of the populace. This paper discusses many of these concerns and speculates on the evolution of the movement.

Using Positive Deviance For Determining Successful Weight- Control Practices, Heather L. Stuckey, Jarol Boan, Jennifer L. Kraschnewski, Michelle Miller-Day, Erik B. Lehman, Christopher N. Sciamanna

Communication Faculty Articles and Research

Based on positive deviance (examining the practices of successful individuals), we identified five primary themes from 36 strategies that help to maintain long-term weight loss (weight control) in 61 people. We conducted in-depth interviews to determine what successful individuals did and/or thought about regularly to control their weight. The themes included weight-control practices related to (a) nutrition: increase water, fruit, and vegetable intake, and consistent meal timing and content; (b) physical activity: follow and track an exercise routine at least 3×/week; (c) restraint: practice restraint by limiting and/or avoiding unhealthy foods; (d) self-monitor: plan meals, and track calories/weight progress; and …