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Ochsner Receives $3.8M Grant

(May 14, 2012) Ochsner Clinic Foundation has received a $3.867 Health Care Innovation Award from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, one of 26 organizations receiving awards funded by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

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Ochsner’s Ninth Annual Research Day Showcases Translational and Clinical Research Activity

(May 14, 2012) Ochsner Clinic Foundation and Ochsner Clinical School, University of Queensland celebrated its Ninth Annual Research Day on Tuesday, May 8. The annual event showcased research activity from Ochsner’s three research institutes, as well as medical and educational findings from clinical staff and faculty members and students from Ochsner Clinical School.

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Congratulations to the 2012 STAR Class

(May 2, 2012) From an exceptional pool of 61 applicants, 16 academically gifted and committed students have been selected for this summer’s STAR program.

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Earn 1 Hour of OD Credit on Research Day

(May 1, 2012) Ochsner’s Ninth Annual Research Day is next Tuesday, May 8. This showcase of research and innovation features 68 scientific and clinical posters created by Ochsner physicians, scientists, fellows, residents, nurses and students.

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Institute of Translational Research Staffers Assist With Ironman

(April 20, 2012) Athlete check-in for the Ochsner Ironman triathlon began on Friday, April 20, and several members of the Institute of Translational Research volunteered to staff the tables and assist the registrants.

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Upcoming Events

 
 

May 25, 2012 – Consolidate Academic and Research Exposition (CARE Program) – New Orleans, LA

Joseph Breault, MD, gives the mentor talk to the Internal Medicine Residency Program for the CARE Program. 8 am, Brent House 629.

May 26-27, 2012 - 4th Annual Ultrasound Regional Workshop and Gulf Coast Anesthesia Symposium - New Orleans, LA

The overall mission of this conference is to provide clinicians updates on the latest practices in subspecialty areas, including cardiac, regional, obstetrics, and pediatric anesthesia. The regional workshop will provide the novice with a better understanding of ultrasound-guided techniques, while allowing the more advanced regional anesthesiologist to broaden his or her scope of practice.

May 30-June 2, 2012 - 10th Annual New Orleans Aeroallergen Course - New Orleans, LA

Learning Objectives:
After successfully completing this course, attendees will be able to:
1. Identify and categorize the various classes of airborne allergens found in ambient air.
2. Describe the lifecycle, modes of transport, reproduction, and methods of dispersal of aeroallergens.
3. Recognize diurnal, seasonal, and weather-induced patterns of allergen incidence.
4. Describe the health effects, which may result from exposure to airborne allergens.
5. Practice hands-on application of acquired knowledge within the course, with availability of expert assistance

June 6, 2012 - House Staff Commencement Ceremony - New Orleans, LA

5:30 pm in the Brent House Conference Center. Reception following in the Brent House Atrium

June 8, 2012 – Consolidate Academic and Research Exposition (CARE Program) – New Orleans, LA

Richard Re, MD, gives the mentor talk to the Internal Medicine Residency Program for the CARE Program. 8 am, Brent House 629.

June 8-9 2012, - Current Approaches to Thoracic Malignancies - New Orleans, LA

Educational Objectives
1. Define current state-of-the-art surgical approaches to lung cancer.
2. Update biology of lung cancer.
3. Explore new targeted therapies.
4. Review EndoBronchial UltraSound (EBUS) in diagnosis and staging lung cancer.
5. Discuss current standard of care regarding maintenance therapies for lung cancer.
6. Discuss new radiotherapy approaches.
7. Dietary do’s and don’ts in lung cancer treatment and/or prevention.
8. Review recent lung cancer screening trials and discuss updated recommendations for screening.
9. Review nursing roles in postoperative care of lung cancer surgical patients.
10.Review role of psychosocial support and palliative care in lung cancer patients and the new evolving field of Psycho-Oncology as it relates to lung cancer patients.
11.Review surgical options for esophageal cancer.
12.Discuss GI management for local disease.

June 9, 2012 - Radiological Society of Lousiana 2012 Annual Meeting - New Orleans, LA

The conference is intended to educate practicing radiologists about emerging technologies that may be beneficial in the diagnosis and treatment of their patients.

June 11, 2012 - STAR Begins – New Orleans, LA

STAR is a free, educational summer camp sponsored by the Academic Division of Ochsner Health System. The program's mission is to inspire, educate, and prepare students for the future. The knowledge and skills acquired in the program will provide students with a solid foundation on which to build an advanced education and a successful career in science, medicine, or health care.

 June 12, 2012 - Knowledge Is Power - New Orleans, LA

Robert Jones, Systems Administrator, presents Learn Access for All Your Database Needs, in the Tyrone Room at noon. Please bring your lunch. Drinks will be provided. Feel free to bring your laptop or mobile device. Register for this class through the Ochsner Learning Network by searching Knowledge Is Power.

July 19, 2012 – STAR Culmination Ceremony – New Orleans, LA

STAR is a free, educational summer camp sponsored by the Academic Division of Ochsner Health System. The program's mission is to inspire, educate, and prepare students for the future. The knowledge and skills acquired in the program will provide students with a solid foundation on which to build an advanced education and a successful career in science, medicine, or health care.

July 26-29, 2012 - 8th Annual Gulf States Chapter of the Society of Hospital Medicine Conference -  New Orleans, LA

The purpose of this meeting is to identify common issues pertinent to hospital-based medicine, including clinical, administrative, and quality challenges currently at the forefront of hospital medicine.

August 2-4, 2012 - Piedmont Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons - Amelia Island, FL

This conference will provide updates on diseases of the colon, rectum, and anus, including recent advances in the treatment of diseases. It will focus on primary clinical applications of current and new advances. The conference will provide a high level of detail in the treatment of digestive diseases.

August 3-4, 2012 - 8th Annual Update in Pediatrics - New Orleans, LA

The field of pediatrics is fluid with new discoveries and advances in patient care. Generalists must be knowledgeable in all areas of preventive care as well as be able to competently care for children with more complex medical problems. It is essential that these healthcare professionals remain current in all areas of pediatric medicine. We will address a range of topics in this year's course, from general outpatient medicine to emergencies that generalists may encounter to chronic illness. This CME course will provide participants with the basic science knowledge and bedside practical skills to manage many everyday clinical challenges. Through lectures, PowerPoint presentations, video demonstrations, and handouts, practitioners will visualize and take home key information for managing everyday encounters with pediatric patients.

September 25, 2012 - Knowledge Is Power - New Orleans, LA

Kelly Fogarty, Patient Education Systems Coordinator, presents Learn Health Literacy, in the Burns Room at noon. Please bring your lunch. Drinks will be provided. Feel free to bring your laptop or mobile device. Register for this class through the Ochsner Learning Network by searching Knowledge Is Power.

October 29, 2012 - 4th Annual Evidence-Based Practice Research Conference - New Orleans, LA

The keynote speakers are Nancy M. Albert, PhD, CCNS, CCRN, and Luanne Billingsley, DNP, MBA, APRN. Dr. Albert is presenting Creating a Substainable Culture for EBP and Research at the Bedside while Dr. Billingsley is presenting Exploring Innovative Technological Solutions to Foster EBP. Registration is $75 for Ochsner participants.

November 6, 2012 - Knowledge Is Power - New Orleans, LA

Kathleen McFadden, Publishing Supervisor, presents Learn From Abstract to Poster, in the Burns Room at noon. Please bring your lunch. Drinks will be provided. Feel free to bring your laptop or mobile device. Register for this class through the Ochsner Learning Network by searching Knowledge Is Power.

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