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Surgical Notes
From the Chair
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Colleagues,
My sincere thanks to everyone who came out to celebrate the official launch of the Department of Surgery’s Office of Research, Biomedicine, Innovation and Technology (ORBIT) which took place on Wednesday September 20
th
in the MMEC lobby. Your attendance and support as we recognized the incredible contributions of our newly appointed Associated Chairs for Research and Co-Directors for Global Surgery is greatly appreciated. The launch of ORBIT highlights the mission of the Department of Surgery in providing patient centered care founded on discovery through research, innovation and education. The Global Surgery Program will continue to expand our educational program at VCU and worldwide.
If you were unable to attend, please take a few minutes to read about ORBIT and its vision and mission by
clicking here
. Also
click here
to check out the great pictures from the event.
This month, as we celebrate the 100
th
birthday of Dr. David Hume, please take a few moments to truly celebrate the many connections, programs, and accomplishments we’ve made and continue to make at VCU Surgery.
Sincerely,
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Bon Secours VCU Health Thoracic Surgery Associates
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We are delighted to announce the partnership of Bon Secours and VCU Health System to establish a Thoracic Surgery practice located at St. Mary's hospital. Under the leadership of Dr.
Anthony Cassano
, Chair for VCU's Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, joined by Drs.
Robert Ferguson
,
Rachit Shah
, and
Patricia Nicolato
as well as Bon Secour's Jane Maiden, NP, VCU Health and Bon Secours will partner to provide high quality, comprehensive thoracic care to the Richmond-metro area and beyond.
The 24/7 Emergency Room coverage at St. Mary's and clinic located at the MOB South Suite 110, opened on September 18th. The Thoracic Surgery clinic can be reached at (804)287-7929.
We are thrilled to add this impressive partnership to the Department of Surgery's ever-growing repertoire of surgical programs and look forward to all future collaborations with Bon Secours.
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Congratulations are due to Dr.
Sudha Jayaraman
in the receipt of not one but two grants for her work in Rwanda. Totaling approximately $650,000, Dr. Jayaraman's grants, one from the National Cancer Institute, and the other from the Fogarty International Center, aim to standardize the delivery of prehospital care for noncommunicable diseases and injuries which are skyrocketing in poorer countries.
In addition, Dr. Jayaraman received a Rotary Global Grant to work with the Rotary Clubs in Williamsburg and Kigali (Rwanda) as well as the national ambulance service of Rwanda to help create training programs for ambulance staff through the
CTCCE
. Because of the rarity of having a national ambulance service in poor countries, this service in Rwanda is truly visionary.
Lastly, the Ministry of Health of Rwanda has asked VCU to engage in plans to help develop the trauma and emergency system for the country. This is a legal relationship that has support from the highest levels of the Ministry because of the expertise that VCU has and the long-standing collaboration we have had with them.
Congratulations to Dr. Jayaraman for these incredible accomplishments!
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In conjunction with the
Mayor's Youth Academy
, the
Injury & Violence Prevention Program
's
Emerging Leaders
program facilitated the 2017 PhotoVoice project. This project, supported by faculty, staff, and volunteers across the university had participants carry a camera to take pictures of things meaningful to them and their life story. Upon completion, they wrote poetry and stories to explain the pictures and how they tied to their lives. The goal of this project was to empower our youth and encourage self-reflection, ambition, and a fight for success no matter what challenges are faced. It also allowed others, specifically those from differing backgrounds, to better understand the challenges and stories facing today's youth.
Amy Vincent, Assistant Director of IVPP praised the success of the program, stating "PhotoVoice served as a venue for young people to share their story, a little piece of themselves."
If you'd like to learn more about this project and see some of the amazing work, go to
this website
.
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QuickNotes Resident Evaluations Due
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QuickNotes is a way of evaluating residents and to give them real-time
feedback. In order to help our residents, we need feedback on how they are doing.
This is imperative to maintaining a quality residency.
Please take the time to FILL OUT QUICKNOTES on residents that you
have worked with. We encourage you to fill out QUICKNOTES at the end of each week.
QuickNOTES can be accessed through new innovations.
STEPS to FILL OUT QUICKNOTES
2 - Login (institution = VCUHS) + Your username and password (if you don’t know it contact Cindi)
3 - Click on LOGGER
4 - Click on Logbooks
5 - Select a resident and Add new Entry
5 - When done - hit "save and retain"
If you have any questions on how to get this done,
please contact either Dr Anand, Cindi Phares, or Dr Lange
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Residency Coordinator of the Year
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In addition to its usual goals of establishing and implementing policies and procedures regarding the quality of education and the work environment of residents, the GME Committee selects one residency coordinator each year who best supports and strengthens the trainees and programs across our institution.
Dr.
Rahul Anand
, Associate Professor and General Surgery Residency Program Director, states,
"What makes Cindi an ideal candidate for this award is her drive to constantly improve this program, help others, hold others to high standards, and serve as a role model for our residents. She has also contributed several features to our program, which I think other residency programs could learn from. Simply put, Cindi knows the ACGME rules as well as the American Board of Surgery rules inside and out. Whenever I have a question about the nuts and bolts of running the residency program, I know that I can depend on her knowledge base and guidance. Her care in adhering to the ACGME standards helps us to comply with all of the necessary regulations and make sure that we are on the right track."
Congratulations, Cindi!
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This peer-nominated award recognizes the highest level of customer service at the university. Winners will be announced during the October 4th Service Awards Ceremony at the Siegel Center.
Of her 47 years at VCU, 45 of those have been with the Department of Surgery.
Dr.
Andrea Pozez
, Division Chair for Plastic Surgery, writes, "[Gayle] is clearly among the rare and extraordinary, making things happen in outstanding ways, and impacting our entire VCU Community."
Congratulations, Gayle!
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100th Birthday of Dr. Hume
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On Saturday October 21, 2017, we celebrate the 100th anniversary of
Dr. David M. Hume
's birth. Dr. Hume, born on this very day back in 1917, was the former Stuart McGuire Professor & Chair of the VCU Department of Surgery. Internationally renowned for his work in vascular and transplant surgery, he continues to be recognized and remembered for his superb teaching, impeccable character, and spirit of inquisitiveness and love for fellow man.
To celebrate, this year's Humera meeting, to be held April 27th through April 29th at the Tides Inn, will honor Dr. Hume, his many accomplishments, and his incredible life.
If you'd like to join the Humera Surgical Society and help support and grow the traditions set forth by Dr. Hume, take a peek at this
informational flyer here
, and then complete
this form
. Please return the form above and a check made payable to Humera Surgical Society to Jessica Carey on the 16th floor, West Wing of West Hospital or at Box 980645
by
October 1st
.
Thanks for supporting this amazing society as we honor the memory of Dr. David Hume.
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SOM 19th Annual Faculty Excellence Awards
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Outstanding Teacher Awards in Undergraduate Medical Education
Faculty with High Evaluation Awards
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Brian Kaplan, MD
Professor
Surgical Oncology
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Patricia Nicolato, MD
Assistant Professor
Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Outstanding Teacher Awards in Undergraduate Medical Education
Best Teacher in Class of 2018 M-III Clerkship
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Gretchen Aquilina, DO
Assistant Professor
Bariatric & Gastrointestinal Surgery
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VCU Employee Annual Evaluations
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It's evaluation time for VCU Employees! Please see the schedule below and adhere to deadlines so we remain in compliance with the University and the State of Virginia. For more information,
click here
. Call or email
Jessica Carey
with questions.
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Robert Ferguson, MD
Cardiothoracic Surgery
September 11, 2017
Dr. Ferguson joins us from the Charles George VA Medical Center where he served as a staff surgeon and the Interim Chief of the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery.
As an assistant professor with the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, he will be a key player in the newly established Thoracic Surgery practice established by VCU Health and Bon Secours.
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Brian Le, MD
Plastic Surgery
September 15, 2017
Upon finishing his residency here at VCU, Dr. Le completed his fellowship at NYU. He now joins the Division of Plastic Surgery as an assistant professor.
With research interests in the reconstruction of complex hand injuries as well as long term outcomes following traumatic hand injuries, Dr. Le specializes in burn, hand, and microsurgery.
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Kandace McGuire, MD
Surgical Oncology
September 5, 2017
Dr. McGuire joins us from the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of North Carolina where she served as the Surgical Director of the Multidisciplinary Breast Cancer Program.
With a specialty in breast surgical oncology, Dr. McGuire's research interests include surgical management of breast cancer after neoadjuvant chemotherapy and decreasing age-related, racial, ethnic and socioeconomic disparities in the detection, treatment and survivorship of breast cancer.
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A Department of Surgery Halloween
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Calling all Halloween fans!
Come to work on Tuesday October 31st in costume and you might win a $50 visa gift card from the Department.
Tuesday October 31st
3:00pm - 5:00pm
West Hospital, 16th Floor, West Wing
Swing by the 16th floor of West between 3pm and 5pm for a chance to win!
And remember - scrubs don't count!
Feel free to bring your kids too!
We'll have candy and a photo booth!
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Heart Walk 2017
VCU Health System is a major sponsor and partner of the American Heart Association’s Richmond Heart Walk on Saturday, October 7th. This year’s VCUHS Chair is Melinda Hancock, our Health System CFO. The organization’s goal is to have 1000 walkers and currently we have 285 signed up – last year there were over 750 walkers from VCUHS.
Our primary goal is to have as many walkers as possible representing VCUHS!
If you are available, we would love for you, your families, friends, etc. join in walking with “Beats by Dr. K and Team Surgery”. The link to sign up is below.
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Advanced Surgical Skills Exposure for Trauma (ASSET)
Monday October 9, 2017
11:30am - 1:00
MMEC 5-101/102
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Leveraging Library Resources for Research*
Getting Started in Research in the SOM: Processes and Resources*
Alternative Funding Opportunities for Research*
Wednesday October 11, 2017
9:00am - 12:00pm
MMRB 1009/1011
* Required for New Faculty
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Lunchtime Learning: Copyright/Fair Use/Libraries
Wednesday October 25, 2017
12:00pm - 1:30pm
MMEC 3-101
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Department of Surgery | Virginia Commonwealth University | (804)828-7874 | [email protected]
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