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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR CAREGIVERS OF THE WEEK:
Florence 'Katie' Brown, MD, and Amy Paramore, RDMS
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Why they were nominated:
When presented with an emergent medical situation that required scheduling adjustments to accommodate a patient's needs, Dr. Brown and Amy stepped up. Their nomination reads, "The patient was scheduled to discuss management options on a Monday morning. They and their significant other were scheduled to leave on a planned trip that Friday. After being presented with treatment options, an in-office procedure was scheduled. Dr. Brown, without hesitation, extended her busy clinic day, and Amy and the team seamlessly worked to ensure that they could accommodate the patient the same day. They agreed this was in the patient's best interest, instead of waiting until the day before their trip. This is not the first time this team has worked together to accommodate our patients similarly. Putting patient care first is something they both do very well."
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A little about them:
Dr. Brown is an ob/gyn with Duke Women's Health Associates and an assistant professor. Amy is an ultrasonographer at the Duke Women's Health Associates Brier Creek clinic.
Fun facts:
- Dr. Brown is a devoted dog-mom to her pups Henry and Isaac and an Alabama football fan.
- Amy loves the water and being near an ocean, lake or river feeds her soul.
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Department Plans First Climate Action Day
Recognizing the public health and humanitarian crisis being caused by climate change, Duke Ob/Gyn is convening the First Annual Climate Action Day on April 23 from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. in the Duke South Amphitheater and virtually by Zoom.
This inaugural event, which coincides with internationally commemorated Earth Day, is being organized by the steering committee of the Duke Climate Action Collaborative to Promote Reproductive Health (CACRH). Based administratively in the department, CACRH aims to elevate the impact of climate change on the reproductive health trajectory and create solutions that improve the lives of the women, families and communities cared for by Duke Health. Learn more about the event.
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Pictured, left to right:
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Melissa Murray, MSN, RN, CNML, Clinical Operations Director of Women’s Services
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Kimberly Wood, DNP, RN, NE-BC, Associate Chief Nursing Officer, DUHS
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Megan Whitman, RN, BSN, Clinical Nurse IV, Leader-Duke Birthing Center (DBC)
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Jovanna Hampton, BSN, RN, Nurse Manager-DBC
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Rachel Wood, MD, Interim Medical Director-DBC
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Estela Difranco Field, MSN, CNM, Assistant Medical Director-DBC
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Duke University Hospital Obstetric Triage Unit Opens
The official ribbon cutting for Duke University Hospital's state-of-the-art obstetric triage unit took place on Friday, March 7. This unit signifies a monumental advancement in our commitment to providing the highest quality of care to some of the most complex and challenging medical cases in the country.
"This new unit is more than just a medical facility; it is a sanctuary where patients can trust that they are in the best hands,” said Vice Chair for Obstetrics and Quality and Maternal-Fetal Medicine Division Chief Brenna Hughes, MD, MHSc. "We understand the complexities and challenges that come with pregnancy, and we are here to provide a safe, supportive and nurturing environment for every patient. Our team of dedicated health care professionals is trained to handle the most complex cases with skill and compassion, ensuring that every patient receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs."
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Gallego, Patel, Thompson Graduate From Duke's Medical Assistant Development Program
The first cohort of seven DHIP medical assistants started the Duke's Medical Assistant Development Program at the end of October and successfully graduated this month. Congratulations to Duke Ob/Gyn CMAs (pictured, left to right) Anushree (Anu) Patel (Duke Women's Health Navaho); Miguel Gallego (Duke Women's Health Cary); and Anastatia (Ana) Thompson (Harris & Smith Ob/Gyn).
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Kerner Graduates from APGO SES Program
Congratulations to Nicole Kerner, MD, for her recent graduation from the Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics (APGO) Surgical Education Scholars (SES) 18-month program. The SES program teaches ob/gyn faculty how to develop and implement surgical education curricula and conduct surgical education research projects. Dr. Kerner's mentor was Sarah Dotters-Katz, MD, MMHPE, and supporters include Brittany Davidson, MD; Jennifer Howell, MD; Mark Lachiewicz, MD, MPH; Elizabeth Thomason, MD, MPH; and residents who participated in the study.
Kudos to Resident Li-Barton
Resident Jessie Li-Barton, MD, gave an outstanding oral presentation at the recent Council on Resident Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology (CREOG) & APGO Annual Meeting.
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Wheeler Named AGOS Fellow
Congratulations to Sarahn Wheeler, MD, MHSc, who has been accepted as an Active Fellow of the American Gynecological & Obstetrical Society (AGOS). Dr. Wheeler will be introduced in her new role at the upcoming 2025 Annual Meeting (Sept. 18-20 in Denver, Colorado).
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Sobolewski Featured on BackTable Ob/Gyn Podcast
Minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon Craig Sobolewski, MD, is featured on the BackTable Ob/Gyn podcast, which also can be accessed on YouTube. Dr. Sobolewski discusses "Laparoscopy in Pregnancy — Key Consideration for Surgeons" in episode 79.
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Nolin Featured in SGO Annual Meeting Coverage
Research by gynecologic oncology fellow Angela Nolin, MD, was published in the Daily Coverage news for the Society of Gynecologic Oncology (SGO) Annual Meeting on Women's Cancer (held March 14-17 in Seattle, Washington). The presentation, titled "It's Time to Change the Diagnosis Protocol for Endometrial Cancer," covers Dr. Nolin's research. The study, "Timely endometrial sampling after transvaginal ultrasound: the multi-institutional Performance in Ultrasound Menopausal Bleeding Assessment (PUMBA)," was presented at the meeting and found that patients in certain ethnic groups aren’t always getting the timely diagnosis they need.
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Hammond Research Fund Proposals Now Being Accepted — First Deadline April 11
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Please email no later than Friday, April 11 to inform staff of your intent to submit. You will be contacted to set up a meeting to review and assist with budget preparation.
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All applicants submit final budget/justification via email no later than Friday, May 2 to allow review of final budget and budget justification prior to submission.
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Applications must be submitted via email by Friday, May 9 by 11:59 p.m. EST.
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Click for all details and application requirements.
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Hammond Research Day Poster Opportunity for Students and Trainees — Deadline April 1
This year, current medical students, PhD candidates and postdocs working with ob/gyn faculty members will have the opportunity to share their work through posters at Hammond Research Day on May 9. Posters will be presented in the Duke South Amphitheater throughout the day, and poster authors are encouraged to attend the Research Day program and reception to share their work. Posters presented at other conferences are acceptable. Interested students must submit a 300-word abstract to Sarah Wright by April 1. Please note that students/trainees may only submit one abstract each; the committee is not accepting multiple abstracts per student.
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Carter Society 75th Anniversary — Sept. 11-13
Registration is open! Join us to celebrate the Carter Society's 75th anniversary during our annual meeting in Durham, North Carolina from Sept. 11-13, 2025.
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Music Near the Gardens Moves to East Campus (May 28-June 25)
Music Near the Gardens is a special edition of Duke Arts' long-running summer concert series while Sarah P. Duke Gardens undergoes renovations. Curated by musician and Pinhook owner Kym Register and hosted by local artist Stormie Daie, this year's five-concert series will move to Duke's East Campus, offering an expanded capacity and walk-up format, free and open to all. Concerts will take place at 7 p.m. every Wednesday from May 28 through June 25. The full lineup will be announced in late April.
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Duke MBA Health Care Conference — March 26
Bridging the Gap: Advancing Health Equity Together will be held Wednesday, March 26 in the Fuqua School of Business Geneen Auditorium. Join health care leaders to discuss strategies for achieving health equity by addressing disparities in care, fostering collaboration and driving systematic change in the health care industry.
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10th Annual Multidisciplinary Benign Urology Research Symposium — April 9
Faculty, fellows, postdocs, students and staff from any discipline are encouraged to attend the 10th Annual Multidisciplinary Benign Urology Research Symposium, held Wednesday, April 9 at the Trent Semans Center Great Hall. Travel awards are available to eligible trainees submitting abstracts. The symposium will include panels on "Artificial Intelligence — Where Are We Now?" and "Advancing the Precision of Neuromodulation in Urology." Register here.
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AAOGF Funding Opportunities
Bridge Funding Award — Due April 1
The AAOGF Bridge Funding Award is designed to stabilize research programs of promising physician scientists in obstetrics and gynecology who have not been successful in obtaining independent research funding or who have a temporary lapse in funding. Applications are due Tuesday, April 1.
AAOGF /SASGOG Pilot Grant — Due April 15
The American Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Foundation (AAOGF) and the Society of Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology (SASGOG) are pleased to announce a pilot grant opportunity to provide $25,000 in funding to a qualified candidate to assist in anticipation of applying for a future mentored award. Applications are due Tuesday, April 15.
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BIRCWH Call for Applications — Due June 1
The BIRCWH Program provides advanced research training, mentoring and career guidance for junior faculty interested in pursuing a research scientist career. BIRCWH research spans the entire spectrum of women’s health topics, and the program is open to all types of disciplines, clinicians and non-clinicians. BIRCWH scholars receive salary support for a minimum of two years and must dedicate 75% of full professional effort to research and professional development related to their BIRCWH project. Applications are due Sunday, June 1.
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KURe Call for Applications — Due July 1
The Multidisciplinary K12 Urologic Research Career Development Program (KURe) is recruiting talented clinical, translational and basic science researchers (MD, DO, PhD, MD/PhD) from diverse disciplines who are interested in building an independent research career using collaborative, multidisciplinary approaches to benign urological research questions. Applications are due Tuesday, July 1.
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NC Ob/Gyn Society and NC Section of ACOG 2025 Annual Meeting
The NC Ob/Gyn Society and the NC Section of ACOG will hold the 2025 Annual Meeting from April 25-27 at the Marriott Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Learn more or register.
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