Dr. Todd Moyerbrailean Recognized for Transformative Impact on Medical Education
Todd Moyerbrailean, DO, FACOG, recognized for his leadership and service within the MSU Graduate Medical Education Alliance, was recently honored with the prestigious MSUCOM Award for Outstanding Director of Medical Education at a Statewide Campus Institution. Dr. Moyerbrailean has demonstrated exceptional leadership and unwavering dedication to advancing osteopathic medical education, serving as Lead Program Director for the Obstetrics and Gynecology Division since 1997.
His transformative contributions—including curriculum innovation, faculty development, and personalized mentorship—have profoundly impacted the training of COM students and residents across the state. A recipient of multiple teaching awards and the Michael Opipari, DO, Distinguished Service Award, Dr. Moyerbrailean is widely respected for his professionalism, compassion, and commitment to academic excellence. This recognition celebrates his enduring influence on graduate medical education and the future of osteopathic medicine. Please join us in celebrating Dr. Moyerbrailean for his extraordinary dedication to medical education—a journey that began back when Google was just a domain name and Dolly the sheep was making headlines!
EXPLORE UPCOMING EVENTS
Our calendar has a new look. To better support a mobile-first design, we’ve moved away from the traditional calendar view. Instead, events are listed with sortable filters, making it easier to find events by department and/or specialty-specific offerings. We are continuing to improve the features within the calendar to better support our members' needs.
Reminder: All residents must register individually for GME Alliance events using their CME Tracker account (created during orientation). This helps us ensure accurate attendance and event follow-up.
The Scholarly Activity Unit hosterd a Quality Improvement Essentials Bootcamp on Friday November 21 at the Macomb University Center. The bootcamp provided residents and faculty with a focused, hands-on introduction to core QI principles and practical improvement methods. Through interactive workshops, participants learned how to identify system-level problems, develop measurable aims, analyze processes, and apply tools such as root cause analysis, process mapping, and Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycles. The bootcamp emphasized teamwork, data-driven decision-making, and creating sustainable change within clinical environments. By the end of the program, attendees were equipped with the skills and confidence to initiate and lead QI projects that enhance patient care, safety, and workflow efficiency across their departments.
UPDATE TO SMRJ POLICY
Exciting News from SMRJ!
Starting October 2025, the Spartan Medical Research Journal (SMRJ), a peer-reviewed, PubMed-indexed, open-access journal, will once again accept case reports! To sustain operations and maintain high editorial standards, SMRJ will also implement a modest submission fee ($50) and publication fee ($100).
SMRJ is committed to delivering accessible, high-quality scholarship in medical research, clinical innovation, quality improvement, patient safety, and medical education. We invite you to submit your work and showcase your discoveries to a global audience!
The MSU GMEA successfully partnered with Henry Ford Health to host nearly 600 physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals at the November 14th LARA Conference. Hosted by Faculty Development Director Bob Cermak, PhD, participants learned with experts Brenda Nordstrom, DNP, Benjamin Visger, DO, Jason Beckrow, DO, Adam Shammami, DO, and Dana Watson, MS. Topics fulilled the State of Michigan Licensing Requirements for physicians and nurses, including trauma-informed care practices for human trafficked individuals and patient-centered approaches to Substance Use Disorder (SUD), among others. Thank you to all our attendees for spending the day with us!
NOVEMBER CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION
Advanced Muscle Energy with Clinical Correlation | November 7–11, 2025
MSUCOM’s Continuing Medical Education program successfully hosted the Advanced Muscle Energy with Clinical Correlation course November 7–11, 2025. Led by Carl Steele, DO, MS, PT, and Lisa Chase, PT, CFMM, OMPT, this five-day training gave learners the chance to sharpen their skills across the spine, ribs, pelvis, and extremities. Through plenty of hands-on practice and real-time discussion, participants built confidence in diagnosing dysfunctions and applying advanced muscle energy techniques.
This year’s cohort included 14 clinicians from across the country—PTs, MDs, DOs, an APN, and an LMT—making for a great mix of perspectives and collaboration.
A big thank-you to our faculty, Dr. Steele and Ms. Chase, for their outstanding teaching, energy, and dedication to the program.
And thank you to all our attendees for spending the week with us and investing in your manual medicine expertise!
NOVEMBER RESIDENT EDUCATION
Advanced Ultrasound Procedures Course
On Wednesday, November 12, 2025, the Michigan State University GME Alliance hosted an Advanced Ultrasound Procedures course at the MSU Macomb University Center in Clinton Township, MI. The session was led by Dr. Andrew Butki, a respected faculty member from MSU’s Emergency Medicine program.
This advanced training combined alternating lecture and hands-on skills practice, allowing participants to deepen their proficiency in critical ultrasound-guided techniques used in emergency care. The interactive structure encouraged discussion, peer learning, and real-time feedback from Dr. Butki, enhancing both clinical confidence and procedural accuracy.
The course supports the ongoing mission of MSU GME Alliance to provide innovative, high-impact educational experiences that strengthen physician readiness and improve patient outcomes across Michigan’s healthcare systems.
Advanced Cardiac Anatomy Dissection
Our cardiovascular fellows recently participated in an advanced cardiac anatomy dissection session designed to reinforce structural–functional correlations essential to clinical practice. Under the guidance of GME Alliance participating faculty, fellows examined gross cardiac anatomy and anatomic variations relevant to imaging and interventional procedures.
The hands-on format allowed fellows to integrate anatomic findings with clinical decision-making, procedural planning, and pathophysiologic concepts. The session sparked high-level discussion, collaborative learning, and reflection on how anatomic nuances influence diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes.
Thank you to all faculty, fellows, and our partners with ZOLL who contributed to this successful educational experience.
FM Ultrasound Event
Our Family Medicine residents recently participated in a hands-on point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) session dedicated to musculoskeletal and joint evaluation. Led by faculty and fellows with advanced ultrasound expertise, the workshop emphasized sonographic assessment of common joint complaints, anatomy, and pathology. Residents practiced acquiring and interpreting ultrasound images of major joints, integrating anatomy, clinical context, and real-time diagnostic reasoning. The session also highlighted ultrasound-guided procedural techniques, like venipuncture and joint aspiration.
OTHER NEWS
GME ALLIANCE OFFICE CLOSED DECEMBER 25 - JANUARY 4
The GME Alliance office will be closed for winter break beginning December 25, 2025, and we'll be back to assist you on Monday, January 5, 2026.
From all of us at GME Alliance, best wishes for a peaceful and enjoyable winter season!
Please click HEREto access our calendar of events. Our new resident orientation page is found HEREand includes member login instructions.
