Updates & Resources
What adults with heart conditions need to know
Congenital heart disease is far more than a child’s disease. Thanks to incredible advances in congenital heart care, more and more children with congenital heart defects are thriving into adulthood. In fact,…
Medical School launches revamped intranet
The U-M Medical School has launched a revamped intranet site serving medical school administration, the 29 basic science and clinical departments and various centers and institutes. The address remains the same: msa.med.umich.edu, but users must log in with their level 1 (Kerberos) password to gain access. Among the highlights: Front-page buttons point to frequently-accessed content, including: organizational charts, policies, contact information, room scheduling, café menus and quick links to other UMHS and university resources. The Policies and Forms section is divided by area (Administration, Education and Global…
Workshop: Conflict management: How to have difficult conversations
This course teaches a straightforward, step-by-step process for identifying and resolving performance gaps, strengthening accountability, eliminating inconsistencies and reducing resentment.It uses video, group discussions, skill practice, and real-life application to make the course entertaining and engaging.Here are some of the skills attendees will gain from the course:Learn to focus on what you really want -- rather than shifting to unhealthy emotional reactions such as trying to win others over to your view, discrediting others or even causing them grief.Gain control over your emotions by cutting off disappointment, anger and fear at the source.Learn to dispel misunderstanding and distrust by clarifying…
Workshop: Writing, procrastination and resistance
Do you keep putting off your writing and waiting for large blocks of uninterrupted time to get it done? Do you regularly engage in procrastination and avoidance when it comes to your writing projects? Have you ever wondered why it is that you really want to write but just don’t do it until there’s a looming external deadline?If so, this workshop is for you. Participants will learn:What resistance is and why academic writers experience it in pursuit of work they want and need to complete.How to identify what's holding you back from writing and completing your grant proposal or journal article.The three…
Plan ahead and expect delays: Upcoming road work
Please be advised that a weekend guardrail project on Geddes Rd. is expected to close a portion of the road on Saturday, Aug. 6 and Sunday, Aug. 7. Expect some delays and pay attention to all detour signs and barriers as they will improve traffic flow and congestion. Here is what you need to know: Geddes Rd. will be closed to traffic between Huron Parkway and Earhart Rd. Traffic will be detoured using Huron Parkway, Glazier Way and Earhart Rd. The project is expected to be completed by Sunday evening, Aug. 7. If the guardrails are not ready by the…
While camping, think safety first
Summer is winding down, which means you might be packing up the car and heading to the woods for a leisurely — or adventurous — camping trip. Before you set up…
Input sought on lactation rooms at UMHS
The Work-Life Resource Center is seeking input from women to target efforts at campus and UMHS locations that are most challenging for new mothers. If interested, please fill out this survey, which will be open until Aug. 26. In the past few years, many actions have taken place to improve awareness and support for breastfeeding mothers returning to work and school. Many of these improvements have occurred during building renovations or new construction.Recent examples across campus and the health system include the new School of Nursing building, the ISR renovation, and a UH South space conversion (formerly the “Old Mott” building).…
Exhibit or sponsor: Sports & Family Medicine course
You are invited to the Sports Medicine for the Primary Care Physician & Fall Update in Family Medicine Continuing Medical Education course from Oct. 19-21 at the beautiful Kensington Hotel in Ann Arbor. Drawing physicians, personal assistants, nurses, and other health care professionals from all over the midwest, this event offers an ideal platform to showcase your organization's work! Would your organization be interested in having a presence at this year’s event? Exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities start at just $150 and are a great way to: Increase patient and community referrals Recruit new organization members and volunteers Promote upcoming events, programs…
Summer Games provide Olympic-sized motivation
Over the next 18 days, many of you will be glued to your televisions or tablets watching the world’s greatest athletes compete for the highest honors in their sport. While more…