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History of Veritas and Founders, When Veritas was formed in 2006, five influential physicians were chosen as namesakes for the student societies. These physicians all played important roles in either the establishment or the strengthening of student and resident education here at the Joe R. & Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine and UT Health San Antonio. We honor these physicians for their commitment to medical education…, Dr. Arthur S. McFee, “McFee Blue” Society, Arthur Storer McFee, M.D., and his wife, Iris, arrived in San Antonio in 1968 to help open a new medical school in South Texas and never left. Mrs. McFee was the first Administrator of the newly formed Department of Surgery, and Dr. McFee was a Founding Faculty Member in the Department of Surgery. During his career he played critical roles in all facets of surgical care at University Hospital,…, Dr. Charles A. Rockwood, Jr., “Rockwood Yellow” Society, In 1966, Charles Rockwood, M.D., joined the faculty of the Department of Orthopaedics as a Founding Faculty Member where he served as chairman of Orthopaedics for 22 years. During his career, Dr. Rockwood developed a cutting-edge shoulder surgery post-operative rehabilitation program as well as developed prosthetics to treat shoulder fractures. Dr. Rockwood has authored numerous journal articles…, Dr. Robert Esterl, “Esterl Purple” Society, Robert Esterl, M.D., serves as the Long School of Medicine’s Associate Dean for Undergraduate Medical Education. He is a renowned Transplant Surgeon who performed the first kidney and pancreas transplant in San Antonio in 1995. Dr. Esterl was also part of the team of doctors that performed the first split-liver transplant in South Texas, in which two patients benefited from a single liver donor.…, Dr. David Jones, “Jones Green” Society, David J. Jones, Ph.D., is an esteemed Emeritus Faculty Member who served the Long School of Medicine and UT Health San Antonio for more than four decades. He has had a great impact on the school and is a nationally respected expert in admissions and in pharmacology. In the Department of Anesthesiology, Dr. Jones had a very active research laboratory for 25 years studying spinal cord nerve-…, Dr. James Holly, “Holly Red” Society, James Holly, M.D., is a 1973 graduate and Distinguished Alumnus from the Long School of Medicine. He is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Southeast Texas Medical Associates in Beaumont, Texas, and serves as an Adjunct Professor of Family and Community Medicine for the Long School of Medicine. Dr. Holly and his wife, Carolyn, have been major supporters of the school for many years—both in…, Resources, For more information on the Veritas program and its history, see the links below. Veritas Program Page Frequently Asked Questions
Course Description, “Initiative to decrease episiotomy rates” presentation is another online enduring maternal presentation offered to the medical community on demand. The presenters discuss the historical evolution of episiotomies, the prevalence, risks and alternative treatments. Statements from leading organizations such as WHO (World Health Organization), ACOG, and FIGO are discussed, supporting best practice of…, Target Audience, This activity is designed to meet the educational goals for family practice physicians, CNM’s (certified nurse midwives and obstetricians. In addition, the program benefits other healthcare professionals that care for laboring patients., Learning Objectives, Discuss the history of episiotomies Describe reasons for episiotomies and disadvantages Increase knowledge in ways to decrease episiotomy rates Describe ways of decreasing perineal lacerations Establish ways of preventing episiotomies, Faculty/Speakers, Belinda Lopez, CNM, RN, MSN, CNS Specialist – Certified Nurse Midwife Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology UT Health San Antonio Amy Bible, CNM Specialist – Midwife Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology UT Health San Antonio Patrick S. Ramsey, MD, MSPH Professor - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Director- Maternal Fetal Medicine Fellowship Chief - Division of Materal Fetal Medicine…, Physician Participation, Upon completion of viewing the online presentation, please follow the instructions at the end of the presentation to complete the evaluation. Once the evaluation is completed, the user will be provided the option to print their certificate., Program Registration Information, Registration Fees - No Charge $0.00, Continuing Medical Education Credit - Accreditation Statement, As an ACCME-accredited CME provider, The UT Health Science Center San Antonio must ensure that its CME activities are independent of the control of commercial interests. All speakers and planning committee members for the UT Health Science Center San Antonio sponsored programs are expected to disclose (prior to the activity) all “relevant financial relationships” as financial relationships in any…
UT Health San Antonio in collaboration with the University of Pittsburgh and UTMB will offer an 8-12 week intensive experience targeting 1st-year Medical students interested in aging research. This program is funded by sponsors such as the National Institute of Aging (NIA) and the American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR). The program will be offered during the summer break and includes:…, Application Deadline, TBA Additional benefits Student Stipends - Students will receive $1731 per month up to 2.5 months Students can also obtain research credits for their participation., Contact, Sandra Sanchez-Reilly, M.D. 210-617-5237
Course Description Ms. Horsting delves into the significant role prenatal counseling plays, contributing to enhanced patient care in this online enduring prenatal presentation. Interactive questions are shared throughout the program including a discussion on American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG) and The Society for Maternal Fetal Medicine (SMFM) statements on defining genetic…
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The Office of Graduate Medical Education is committed to ensuring that its faculty members remain physically, mentally, and emotionally healthy. Balancing academic teaching, research, and patient care can be extremely stressful and it is important to know about resources so you can take care of yourself to ensure you avoid burnout, The philosophic underpinnings of the UT Health SA program are…, Well-Being, and , Resilience, . Therefore, the program assists with prevention, assessment and early intervention for a wide range of issues beyond being part of the remediation process.
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The Office of Graduate Medical Education is committed to ensuring that residents and fellows remain physically, mentally, and emotionally healthy while completing their training program. Residency can be an inherently stressful time, and it is important to know about resources so you can take care of yourself to ensure you get the most out of your educational experience. The philosophic…, Well-Being, and, Resilience, . Therefore, the program assists with prevention, assessment and early intervention for a wide range of issues beyond being part of the remediation process. Contact the Wellness Team today to learn more about our services for Residents and Fellows.
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Please use our, online self-screening instrument, if you think you might be experiencing depression, burnout, anxiety, suicidal ideation or a situation that proves to be difficult. The screening is voluntary and completely anonymous.
Introduction The foundations of medicine are changing beneath our feet, and for those least sure of their footing, it can be an unsettling place to stand. The recent COVID pandemic has undoubtedly exacerbated this changing landscape. For senior medical students entering practice, there is some concern over the impact the pandemic may have had on their preparation due to limited clinical exposure…, Medical Home, model, as defined by the Patient-Centered Primary Care Collaborative (PCPCC), is “a model or philosophy of primary care that is patient-centered, comprehensive, team-based, coordinated, accessible, and focused on quality and safety.” Compassionate, and culturally effective care were added later. Medical Homes recognize the need to improve access and care for a vulnerable population, but do our…, To our knowledge, ours is the first institution to adapt this module to a wellness program., Wellness Program Characteristics A successful well-being program requires individual “, Wellbeing Champions, ” to lead the effort and an advisory committee to inform and support those efforts. These Wellness Champions must have excellent leadership skills, expertise in quality improvement and physician wellbeing, determination, and leadership support (i.e., training, protected time, budget) to be successful for such a formidable task. Our resident Wellness Committee operates within our Office of…, Domain Pulse Checks, ” allow trainees to examine personal domains of function, i.e., social, emotional, financial, etc., while being provided with resources and support. Since no counseling is performed, a more formal BHP visit can be arranged if needed. Often overlooked, spouses of residents and fellows are assisted through a quarterly, Spousal Support, program. Our Wellness Home approach recognizes the need to introduce resident screening early, before July 1, during new-resident orientation. We designed the, Transition to Residency Risk Index (TRRI), to identify individuals at moderate or high risk for a difficult transition to residency, and then assists programs in building a support network for them over the first several months of residency. Those at highest risk are offered resources within their programs and support by our BHPs. Another source of actionable wellbeing data comes from the ACGME Faculty and Resident Survey. This annual…, Struggling Learner Program, seeks to intervene when a resident has seemingly exhausted their resources within their training program; offering a safety net to explore these cases with fresh eyes. Issues of organizational skills, toxic work environments, incivility, Title IX complaints, and microaggressions are a few of the topics identified and addressed. The success of these programs is well documented. It is also…, Worst-Case Event, protocols were created to immediately address the consequences of these events in a thoughtful but expedited manner, limiting misinformation and contagion. Institutional drills help assure that the protocol and resources function in the manner intended. Finally, a Wellness Home must continue to innovate new approaches to impact the culture of wellness in the institution. Recently, our program…, Compassion Course, for residents modeled upon the Compassion-Integrity Program at Life University. Conclusion Even before the Covid-19 pandemic, residency training was challenging. Yet as we emerge from the pandemic and return to more normalcy, rates of chronic stress, burnout, and other mental health concerns have never been higher. Physician wellness now as always represents an urgent priority for all national…
Course Description, This program is designed to provide new information and skills for the physician, advanced practice nurse, and healthcare provider who treat children., Who Should Attend?, This program is designed to provide new information and skills for the physician, advanced practice nurse, and healthcare provider who treat children. , Learning Objectives, Upon completion of this activity participants will be able to provide the physician, advanced practice nurse, and healthcare provider who treat children with current and practical information dealing with the procedures that may be useful in their general practice.