THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

□ Pediatric Grand Rounds

This activity has been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

PCH 3rd Floor Auditorium or broadcast in the Modersitzki Family Education Center, Rooms 1 & 2 at the Primary Children's Miller Campus, Lehi; 8–9 a.m.

A Look Inside: Implementing Point-of-Care-Ultrasound (POCUS) Across Disciplines at Primary Children’s Hospital

Presented by:

• Benjamin Drum, MD, PhD; Hospitalist, Internal Medicine-Pediatrics
• Matt Steimle, DO, FAAP; Associate Professor, Pediatric Emergency Medicine
• Brandon Kirkland, MD; Assistant Professor, Pediatric Critical Care

> Stream live broadcast

> September Grand Rounds calendar

> Primarychildrens.org/grandrounds

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□ Impact Health Services Research (HSR) Kickoff Symposium

Health Sciences Education Building (HSEB) , Room 1730; 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Celebrate the official launch of the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine's newest initiative to support outstanding clinician-scientists in late translational, health services, and outcomes research. This symposium will showcase national thought leaders, dynamic lightning talks from University of Utah faculty, and panel discussions led by Rachel Hess, MD, MS, AVP Research, and Erica Bisson, MD, MPH, System Chief Medical Officer, on integrating with the health system and the future of health services research at the U of U.

> Informational flyer

> RSVP here

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

□ Research in Progress

This activity has been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

Eccles, Kings Peak and Virtual; 12:00-1:00 p.m.

From Preclinical Pharmacokinetics to First-in-Human Dosing: A Physiologically Based Pharmacokinetic Modeling Approach

Presented by:

• Kash Yellepeddi, PhD, RPh, DABCP

Research In Progress - Learning Objectives:

1. Discuss findings in clinical and basic science research being conducted by investigators in the Department of Pediatrics and their colleagues.
2. Review insights regarding interpretation of results, strategic approaches, and ideas for future investigators.
3. Describe current educational activities of the Department of Pediatrics. Recognize contemporary strategies for educating students and residents.

> Zoom link

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□ Stat Chat

Williams Building, East 1 and Virtual; 9:00-10:00 a.m.

Unstructured drop-in group discussion for anyone seeking help with stats questions or issues on new or existing projects. All who are interested in research are encouraged to attend.

> Zoom link

□ Community Connections (new)

Thursday, October 2; Eccles, Grandeur Peak; 12:15-1:30 p.m. 

Anne Cioletti, MD, Associate Chief of Ambulatory Operations, General Internal Medicine

The Department of Pediatrics Health Equity, Respect, and Opportunity (HERO) office invites all to join this informal monthly brown bag lunch hosted in the spirit of learning, restorative connection, and community. Dr. Cioletti focuses on providing comprehensive care with intentional listening and shared decision-making. As a clinician educator, most of Dr. Cioletti's work has been in ambulatory education, primary care track development, and quality improvement. All are welcome to join!

> Informational flyer

□ John Carey Foundation Series (new)

Thursday, October 2; Eccles, King's Peak and Virtual; 12:00-1:00 p.m.

Clinical Teaching Skills

Presented by:

• Kathleen Timme, MD, Assistant Professor, Pediatric Endocrinology

The John Carey Foundation Series provides a weekly discussion on foundational topics for academics in the Department of Pediatrics. Lunch will be provided.

> Informational flyer

> Zoom link

> John Carey Foundation Series webpage

Annual Faculty Networking Event (new)

Thursday, October 9; Cleone Peterson Eccles Alumni House; 5:00-8:00 p.m.

Welcome to the 4th Annual Faculty Networking Event, hosted by the Women in Pediatrics Steering Committee and the DOP Office of Faculty Engagement.

Guest speaker:

• Abe Bakhsheshy, MD

"Dr. Abe" will present on Emotional Intelligence. He is a University of Utah Emeritus Faculty from the Eccles School of Business and a Professor/Lecturer of Organizational Behavior. His areas of interest in research and teaching include leadership and effective management, human resources management, Emotional Intelligence, ethics and social responsibility, teamwork, and effective healthcare system delivery.

> Informational flyer

> Annual Faculty Networking Event webpage (RSVP here; includes agenda)

□ Staff Grand Rounds

Monday, October 6; Eccles, King's Peak and Virtual; 9:00-10:30 a.m.

Cultivating a Culture of Wellness

Hear from Pediatric leadership and OSHER Integrative Health on wellness initiatives and WellU benefits. To participate in the prize raffle, attendees must register for the event.

> Informational flyer 

> Register here

□ Fundamentals of Professional Mentorship Training

Monday, October 6; HELIX, Alder Conference Room; 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

This workshop is designed for those looking to improve their mentoring effectiveness. Registration is free. Led by Tony Tsai, Director of Education Strategy & Leadership Development, in conjunction with the Carrie Byington EDGE Mentorship Society, 

> Informational flyer

> Register here

□ Department of Pediatrics Fall Research Symposium

Tuesday, October 14; Williams Building, 238A & Café; 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Mark your calendars! The symposium will feature our K-track investigators - more details to come. 

> Informational flyer

> RSVP here

□ Teen to Adult Healthcare Transition Summit

This activity has been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

Wednesday, November 12; Eccles and Virtual; 7:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Presenters and panelists share real-life experiences, expertise, and recommendations for this high-risk population transitioning from teen to adult healthcare.

> Informational flyer (includes agenda)

> Register here (login required)

□ MedEd Workshop: AI Applications in Medical Education

Thursday, November 13

• Pediatric Grand Rounds: PCH Auditorium, 8:00–9:00 a.m.
• Workshop: Eccles Learning Lab-Basement Level, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Join us for two special events on the transformative potential of AI with expert Dr. Jennifer Benjamin from Texas Children's Hospital and Baylor College of Medicine. She is the Director of Technology for the Center for Research Innovation and Scholarship (CRIS) at Texas Children's Hospital, and Chair of ACERS (AI Committee for Excellence in Education, Research and Scholarship) at Baylor College of Medicine. She will lead our Pediatric Grand Rounds session Thursday morning, focusing on "Embracing the Transformative Potential of AI for Healthcare Professionals," followed by an interactive workshop on "AI Applications in Medical Education." All are welcome! Light bites & lunch will be provided during workshop.

RSVP by scanning the QR code on the informational flyer or accessing the form via the link below. Be sure to first sign in with your Umail (uNID@umail.utah.edu) to avoid an invalid RSVP and so that you receive your calendar invite. Reach out to Kathleen Timme or Cheryl Yang for further details and/or questions.

> Informational flyer

> RSVP here

□ 2025 Department of Pediatrics Holiday Party - Save the Date!

Saturday, December 13; Natural History Museum of Utah; 7:00–10:30 p.m.

Mark your calendars for the annual Department of Pediatrics Holiday Party. More details to follow.

> Informational flyer

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: HEALTH EQUITY RESEARCH CORE

The Health Equity Research Core (HERC) has issued a request for proposals for the Faculty Pilot Grant Program. This program is made possible through a contribution from the Intermountain Foundation at Primary Children’s Hospital. One-year pilot grants of $25,000 are available in either of the following areas:

• Research on child health in low- or middle-income countries and/or with marginalized populations in the United States (e.g., immigrants, refugees, underserved urban environments, rural and tribal areas)
• Research that aims to understand and/or address disparities in child health, including disparities by race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, language preference, and gender identity

Eligible applicants must have a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics or a division that serves Primary Children’s Hospital (e.g., Pediatric Surgery, Pediatric Dermatology). 

A preliminary concept survey is due on September 15, and the full application is due on October 15. Faculty who intend to apply for a HERC pilot grant should consider registering for the Fall Grant Writing Workshop - September 26-28, Midway.

If you have any questions, please email herc-request@lists.utah.edu.

> Request for proposals

> Grant writing workshop registration

> Final application (forms are on UBox)

NEW CHILDREN'S HEALTH COBRANDING WEB PAGE

A new resource is now available on the Peds Intranet to support cobranding efforts between University of Utah Health and Intermountain Children’s Health (ICH). The ICH Cobranding page includes:

• Brand & Style Guide
• Templates and logo assets
• Cobranding parameters

Access it via the Intranet Homepage: 

Resources → Administration → Project Design & Photography → ICH Cobranding Resources Center 

Questions? Contact Brittany Hite, Graphic Designer for Pediatrics Administration.

> Cobranding intranet page

DOES YOUR PATIENT HAVE STEC INFECTION?

Primary Children's is one of 26 hospitals participating in the NIH-sponsored HIKO STEC study to compare traditional versus hyperhydration approach to treating STEC (Shiga toxin producing E. coli) infection. Please review the informational flyer for information on how to refer patients to the study, iCentra orders for STEC monitoring and treatment, and who to go to with clinical care questions.

> Informational flyer

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Collin Cowley, MD / Care Team - Cardiology

"Dr. Cowley and the resident physician were so great with my baby! She loved them. She also loved the MAs that did her EKG, everyone was so great and patient with my wiggly 10-month-old.”

Alana Halfpenny, NP - Adolescent Medicine

"Alana Halfpenny was exceptional, very helpful, and very patient. She took the time to educate us thoughtfully. We really liked being in her care.”

Karen James, MD - Rheumatology

"My child feels comfortable talking to Dr. James, and she feels that her complaints are being addressed, and her health is improving.”

Raza Patel, MD – Gastroenterology

"Dr. Raza Patel has provided [my child] exceptional care over the years and has thoroughly answered my questions whenever I have them. We feel fortunate to have access to the caliber of care offered through U of Pediatric Gastroenterology.”

Vana Raman, MD - Endocrinology

"Dr. Raman is knowledgeable and caring and listens to concerns and gives options for treatment, then lets you decide. One of the best doctors we've ever worked with.”