UMass FMCH Tuesday Talk - September 29, 2026/DIVERSITY

Table of Contents

Upcoming Events

Focus of the Week - Diversity

Announcements

Frankly Speaking Podcast

Resources

Upcoming Events

FMCH Steven Putterman, MD, 28th Annual Memorial Lecture

Tuesday, September 29th, 12:00 - 1:00pm, Michael Curry, Esq., presents "Pay Now or Pay Greater Later: The Irrefutable Case for Equity."

Meeting ID: 191 986 273 Passcode: FMCH

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/191986273?pwd=NEtlZmNkdWlSUGwyeTJQU3dCeUs1QT09

Hybrid Presentation! UMass Chan Medical School, Amphitheater III—S6-102

A Joint Grand Rounds Presentation from Departments of Medicine Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, and Family Medicine 

Thursday, October 1st, 12:00 - 1:00pm, Jessi Gold, MD, MS, presents "Human, First: Rethinking How We Care for Ourselves and Each Other in Healthcare".

Albert Sherman Auditorium (AS2-2102) -and- Streamed Remotely via Zoom. Activity Code:21772 https://umassmed.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qsBdErX1SjSiyUobQFnGQA 

SAVE the DATE - for our Annual Awards Celebration: October 27th, 5:30-7pm.

Please RSPV (by registering HERE) by October 20th. See flyer for more information.

Focus of the Week - Diversity

Jennifer Bradford MD, MPH; Director of Social Justice and Inclusion

Josephine Fowler, MD, MBA, Vice Chair of Clinical Services

National Hispanic Heritage Month

Observed from September 15th to October 15th, this national month celebrates the culture and contributions of Hispanics and Latin Americans to the United States. The anniversaries of many Latin American countries are held on or around September 15th hence why the start of the month starts mid-month. Take time to acknowledge how these communities impact society and foster understanding of their unique heritages. See link below for more information.

https://www.diversityresources.com/belonging-calendar/?nab=0

October 8th: Save the Date for the Health Equity Partnership's Annual Meeting

Please save the date for our Annual Meeting on October 8th, from 4-6 pm. This will be an in-person event and we will hear from the MACHW, the Medicare for All campaign and introduce the new Health Equity Partnership micro-coalitions. https://www.chna9.org/m/newsflash/home/detail/200

Massachusetts Diversity Awareness Training Class

This is a $25 online course that provides information on topics related to the many facets of diversity. https://coursefordiversity.com/states/MA

Announcements

The Annual Judy Savageau Coat Drive - October 1st-November 1st

You might have noticed it's getting cold outside. Time to help our local elementary schools - with monetary donations or NEW coats. You can Venmo @hugh-silk (conf code 7909) or checks to Linda Cragin - 6 Alcott Dr., Northborough, MA 01532. We also accept new coats at Benedict or the Department Awards Event on October 27th. Let's top last years $2000 and >100 coats! Questions - hugh.silk@umassmemorial.org. Thanks for contributing!

HAVE A FAVORITE MENTOR - NOMINATE THEM NOW!

STFM 60th Anniversary–Mentor Recognition Award

ALL mentors nominated will receive recognition throughout 2027 as part of the STFM 60th Anniversary celebrations. A select group of nominees will be chosen for the STFM 60th Anniversary Mentor Recognition Award based on the nomination letter(s) describing how the nominee has impacted mentees and modeled the ideals of family medicine and STFM. Nomination Deadline: October 1st, 2026 Nomination link HERE

The Massachusetts Medical Society is having an evening of Art and Music on October 14th,

6-7pm with performance and art by MMS members. A virtual Art Slide show starts at 6pm and pre-recorded performances at 6:15pm. UMass Chan medical student, Benedicta Agyemang-Brantuo is singing. Register here. Any questions call 781-434-7478 or email: csalas@mms.org

Funding Opportunity:

The Reliant Foundation is accepting proposals for its Community Grants. Programs focusing on substance use disorder (primarily the opioid epidemic), mental health/behavioral health services for children and youth, and programs and initiatives that reduce stigma around these issues will be given top priority. Proposals are due by Friday, October 9th, 2026 at noon.

Core Workshops in Education

Co-sponsored by the Office of Faculty Development and the Health Education Academy for Leadership & Learning (HEALL), these virtual workshops are an opportunity to get up to date information on various aspects of teaching and learning! 5:30-6:30pm REGISTER

• 10/21 Curriculum Development and Assessment: Meeting learners’ needs
• 11/18 Developing a Career as a Clinician/Scientist Educator
• 12/16 GenAI Foundations and Power Prompting

Frankly Speaking Podcast

In this episode, we discuss the American College of Cardiology (ACC)/American Heart Association (AHA) hypertension guidelines, explore where the evidence may support or challenge recommendations, and provide practical frameworks for implementing lifestyle interventions to improve the outcomes of hypertension care. Guest: Robert A. Baldor, MD, FAAFP, presents, "Lowering the Pressure: Hypertension Guidelines Interpreted" Frankly Speaking Episode #504. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/frankly-speaking-about-family-medicine/id1194659367

Resources

Past editions of the Tuesday Talk: https://www.umassmed.edu/fmch/ under Resources.

The UMass Memorial Caring for Caregivers Program 508-334-HELP, EAP at 866-263-3525, and UMass Chan EAP at 800-322-5327 www.LiveandWorkWell.com 

Yoga Classes with Dr. Liz Erban. New members always welcome. Wednesday(s), 6:30-7:30am

https://umassmed.zoom.us/j/91343267992?pwd=ZHF3NHVrVlR1MVdMV09HSE5lTzdsQT09

FMCH Department Calendar a centralized resource designed to highlight departmental dates, deadlines, and events. If you experience any issues, please reach out to natalia.tobon@umassmed.edu or sandra.girouardtodd@umassmed.edu.