Cornea Journal Club
Ophthalmology Events
Friday, September 3, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
SEO- 5th FCR.
Council of Chiefs Meeting
Surgery - Academic Events List
Building/Floor: 4 Silverstein - Dr. Drebin's Office.
Tuesday, September 7, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Weight Loss Surgery Information Session at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session featuring faculty from the Penn Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Program. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Penn Tower, 4th Floor, Gates Conference Room. Registration: This event is free but registration is required.
To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN.
Tuesday, September 7, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit pennmedicine.org. Phillies Game - Brain Tumor Awareness Night
Special Events
"Get Your Head In The Game"
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Florida Marlins
Catch the Fightin' Phils for JUST $26 and Support a Great Cause!
Presented by: Penn Neurosurgery at Penn Medicine and The Kelly Heinz-Grundner Brain Tumor Foundation - a subsidiary of National Brain Tumor Society
Proceeds benefit the Penn Brain Tumor Support Group and The Kelly Heinz-Grundner Brain Tumor Foundation.
Building/Floor: Citizens Bank Park
Philadelphia, PA. Registration: To purchase tickets, visit http://www.phillies.com/braintumor. For more information, call 302-427-2280.
Tuesday, September 7, 2010, 7:05 PM – 10:05 PM.
Citizens Bank Park
Philadelphia, PA.
For more info visit www.phillies.com. Weight Loss Surgery Information Session at Pennsylvania Hospital
Pennsylvania Hospital
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Zubrow Auditorium. Registration: This event is free but registration is required. To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN (7366).
Wednesday, September 8, 2010, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Penn Medicine and Sandy Rollman Foundation CBS3 "Talk Philly" Interview Series
OBGYN
Topic: Ovarian Cancer Overview
George Coukos, MD, PhD, Director, Penn Ovarian Cancer Research Center
Robin Cohen, Nurse and SROCF Co-founder and Executive Director
Watch Penn specialists, representatives from Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation (SROCF), and ovarian cancer survivors discuss the latest information on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship for women with ovarian cancer.
Wednesday, September 8, 2010, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.
CBS3.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Nutrition during Cancer Treatment Class
Patient and Family Events
The side effects of cancer treatment can affect your ability to eat and maintain your nutritional status during treatment. This one-hour class, taught by a Registered Dietitian from the Abramson Cancer Center will help you manage the possible diet and nutrition related side effects of your cancer treatments.
This class is intended for patients who are currently in cancer treatment.
Topics discussed include:
Good nutrition as part of your treatment plan
, How to get the extra nutrition your body needs
, Handling side effects that interfere with eating
, Information about vitamin and herbal supplements
, Answers to your nutrition questions.
Building/Floor: Patient and Family Services Conference Rom
1 West Pavilion
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine
(Behind the Faith and Hope Boutique). Registration: For additional information and to register call Sandra Slaughter at 215-614-0651 or email her at sandra.slaughter@uphs.upenn.edu.
The class is free of charge and open to patients and family members, but registration is required.
Wednesday, September 8, 2010, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Patient and Family Services Conference Rom
1 West Pavilion
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine.
For more info visit www.penncancer.org. Penn Brain Tumor Support Group Meeting - CANCELED
Patient and Family Events
Facilitators:
Alisha Amendt, MSN, CRNP
Arbena Merolli, MSW
Joanna Lopinto, BSN, RN, CCRP
Light snacks and refreshments will be served. Valet parking and parking at the Penn Tower and Perelman garages will be discounted. In the event of a cancellation due to inclement weather, an email will be sent and a posting will be listed on the KYW 1060 website.
Building/Floor: Neurosurgery Conference Room
3 Silverstein. Registration: For more information or to register, please call 215-615-5240 or email braintumorsupport@uphs.upenn.edu.
Wednesday, September 8, 2010, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Neurosurgery Conference Room
3 Silverstein, HUP.
For more info visit www.penncancer.com. Weekly Anesthesiology & Critical Care
Anesthesia
Health Care Reform: What's In the Bill and What Comes Next?
Valerie Arkoosh, M.D.
Building/Floor: Medical Alumni
1 Maloney.
Thursday, September 9, 2010, 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM.
Grand Rounds
Ophthalmology Events
Thursday, September 9, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM.
Kozart Auditorium.
Neurology Grand Rounds
Neurology
Building/Floor: Ground Floor White Building.
Thursday, September 9, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
76ers/Flyers' Surgery Theater
Ground Floor White Building.
Cornea Conference
Ophthalmology Events
Friday, September 10, 2010, 7:45 AM – 8:45 AM.
Bunya - Kozart Auditorium.
NOCC Presents: Walk to Break the Silence on Ovarian Cancer
Patient and Family Events
The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) invites you to participate in their 12th annual 1.5 walk to benefit the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition's awareness and education programs.
They will have a survivor tent, a group survivor photo, a health fair tent, team photos, food and beverages.
Walk individually or consider creating a team of 10 or more walker!
Schedule
7:15 AM - Registration and T-Shirt Pick up
8:00 AM - Opening Ceremony
8:45 AM - Walk Begins
Team pictures will be taken immediately following the walk
Pledges and Prizes: Pledges and donations are very much appreciated and can be submitted (checks or credit cards, please) onsite on the day of the event or in the mail.
Pledges and donations can also be submitted after the walk, but must be postmarked by October 31st to be eligible for prizes. Please make sure that all people making pledges and donations include your name as their sponsor when sending them in.
Please check with your human resources department at work to…
Building/Floor: Memorial Hall (Please Touch Museum)
4231 Avenue of the Republic
Fairmount Park
Philadelphia, PA. Registration: Online pre-registration is available at < href="http://nocc.kintera.org/delval">http://nocc.kintera.org/delval
The link for online registration is available at http://www.ovarian.org/delvalley.
Saturday, September 11, 2010, 7:15 AM – 11:15 AM.
Memorial Hall (Please Touch Museum)
Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, PA.
For more info visit www.ovarian.org. Pancreatic Cancer Networking Group
Patient and Family Events
This networking meeting is open to people with pancreatic cancer and their loved ones. Meet with others who face similar treatment and concerns to share information, and to support one another in living with pancreatic cancer.
This group is offered in partnership with the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
The mission of the Cancer Support Community is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by the community.
Building/Floor: The Suzanne Morgan Center at Ridgeland
4100 Chamounix Drive
Philadelphia, PA 19131. Registration: For more information and to register, call 215-879-7733 or visit www.twcp.org.
Saturday, September 11, 2010, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Suzanne Morgan Center at Ridgeland
4100 Chamounix Drive
Philadelphia, PA 19131.
For more info visit www.twcp.org. 100 Motor Cars of Radnor Hunt
JKCC Events
The events of the Radnor HuntConcours d"elegance benefit the Joan Karnell Cancer Center at Pennsylvania Hospital.
Registration: Details at www.RadnorConcours.org.
Sunday, September 12, 2010, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Radnor Hunt
826 Providence Road
Malvern, PA 19355.
National Cancer Institute's 2010 Cancer Biomedical Informatics Grid® (caBIG®) Annual Meeting
Academic Events
Join the National Cancer Institute for its 2010 caBIG® Annual Meeting -- Building a Collaborative Biomedical Network to:
Learn about the critical importance of biomedical informatics and information technology in facilitating multidisciplinary collaboration across institutional barriers and advancing biomedical research
, Discover caBIG® capabilities that can support your work and share lessons learned with others who have developed and applied caBIG® technology to advance basic and clinical research
, Engage in unparalleled opportunities for networking and information exchange with leaders in biomedical informatics
, Investigate innovative tools and explore the caBIG® services-oriented architecture during hands-on sessions and demonstrations.
Registration: This meeting is free to attend and open to the public. For more details, visit https://cabig.nci.nih.gov/2010AnnualMeeting.
Monday, September 13, 2010 – Wednesday, September 15, 2010.
Washington Marriott Wardman Park Hotel
2660 Woodley Road, NW
Washington, D.C. 20008.
OP200
Ophthalmology Events
Monday, September 13, 2010 – Friday, September 17, 2010.
Kempen - Epidemiology & Biostatistics
Ophthalmology Events
Monday, September 13, 2010, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Kozart.
18th Annual State-of-the-Art Arrhythmia Symposium
Cardiology
Attendees of the symposium will develop an understanding of the correct approach to the patients with atrial fibrillation, other atrial and ventricular tachycardias and risk factors for sudden death.
, Download brochure here >>
, CME link for more information >>.
Registration: Registration Fees
(pre-payment is required to be officially registered)
The registration fees are $120 for physicians, and biomedical, pharmaceutical or medical device industry employees and $100 for all other allied health professionals, residents and fellows.
Penn Medicine/UPHS employees, faculty and staff will receive a discounted registration fee of $100 for physicians, $60 for house staff and allied health professionals. All Penn Medicine/UPHS employees, faculty and staff must submit proof of t…
Monday, September 13, 2010, 7:15 AM – 6:15 PM.
Hyatt Regency Philadelphia
at Penn’s Landing
201 South Christopher Columbus Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19106.
Lung Transplant Support Group: Lung Transplant Research Nurses Discuss Latest Studies
Lung Transplant Events and Support Groups
Building/Floor: Penn Tower
4th Floor
Gates Conference Room.
Monday, September 13, 2010, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Provost's Interdisciplinary Seminar:Disaster Preparedness Training in Cross Cultural Settings- Lessons Learned.
General Public Events List
Co-sponsored by Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care.
Building/Floor: Houston Hall. Registration: No.
Monday, September 13, 2010, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Houston Hall’s Golkin Room #223.
Liver Transplant Support Group
Liver Transplant Events and Support Groups
Penn Transplant Institute is pleased to offer a liver transplant support group for patients and their loved ones. This group consists of patients who are either awaiting transplant or who have been transplanted. The transplant social workers organize the liver transplant support group. Group values include:
* Confidentiality
* Respect for diversity
* Respect for the opinions of others
The support group meets every other Tuesday at 12 noon.
Building/Floor: Rhoads building, 4th floor.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Center for Human Appearance Facial Trauma Conference
CFAR
Complex Mandible Fractures; presented by John Heiman, DDS, MD, Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
10 Penn Tower Conference Room.
Parental Loss Group
Wissahickon Hospice
Registration: Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register: Call Brian Arcarese at 610-617-2478 or Maureen Erdlen at 610-617-2477.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Liaisons for Life
Transplant
Liaisons for Life, a volunteer group coordinated through the Gift of Life Donor Program, is comprised of transplant recipients and candidates as well as members of their families, donor family members and others who are interested in volunteering their time to promote donor awareness and the benefits of transplant.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Penn Medicine and Sandy Rollman Foundation CBS3 "Talk Philly" Interview Series
OBGYN
Topic: Prevention of Ovarian Cancer
Susan M. Domchek, MD, Director, Cancer Risk Evaluation Program, Abramson Cancer Center at the University of Pennsylvania
Adriana Way, Sandy Rollman’s sister and SROCF Co-founder
Watch Penn specialists, representatives from Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation (SROCF), and ovarian cancer survivors discuss the latest information on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship for women with ovarian cancer.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.
CBS3.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Nutrition and Diet for Breast Cancer
Patient and Family Events
Breast cancer has it's own specific diet and nutrition issues. The side effects of cancer treatment can affect your ability to eat and maintain your nutritional status during treatment. In addition, there are questions about what foods to eat and how to maintain a healthy weight to reduce the risk of recurrence. This one-hour class covers many of these issues and addresses the following topics:
How to get nutrition you need during and after treatment
, Handling side effects that interfere with eating
, Benefit of maintaining a healthy weight
, Foods to include or avoid
, Answers to your nutrition questions.
Building/Floor: Patient and Family Services Conference Room
1 West Pavilion
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine
(Behind the Faith and Hope Boutique). Registration: This class is free of charge and open to patients and family members, but registration is required.
For additional information and to register, call Sandra Slaughter at 215-614-0651 or email sandra.slaughter@uphs.upenn.edu.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Patient and Family Services Conference Room
1 West Pavilion
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine.
For more info visit www.penncancer.org. Mainly Your Health - Arthritis Prevention
Mainly Your Health Speakers Series
Dr. Molter discusses the latest treatment options for arthritis.
Michael Molter, DO.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Penn Medicine at Radnor
250 King of Prussia Rd
Radnor, PA 19087.
Mainly Your Health - Shoulder Injuries
Mainly Your Health Speakers Series
Learn about the latest treatments for "rotator cuff" tears.
John D. Kelly, IV, MD.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Penn Medicine at Radnor
250 King of Prussia Rd
Radnor, PA 19087.
Bill Mason Memorial Bahamas Cruise
Special Events
A 3-day cruise from Port Canaveral, Florida to Nassau, Bahamas. Help support life-saving cancer research and enjoy a relaxing stay on Carnival Cruise Line.
Registration: For more information, contact Gale Mason at (866) 630-1373 or twoc1984@yahoo.com.
Thursday, September 16, 2010 – Sunday, September 19, 2010.
Port Canaveral, Florida to Nassau, Bahamas.
Weekly Anesthesia & Critical Care
Anesthesia
Annual Templeton Lecture.
Building/Floor: Stokes Auditorium.
Thursday, September 16, 2010, 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM.
For more info visit www.uphs.upenn.edu. Academy Presentations
Grand Rounds
Thursday, September 16, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
5 Silverstein, Oto Lecture Room.
Grand Rounds
Ophthalmology Events
Thursday, September 16, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM.
Kozart Auditorium.
BLC Meeting - Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care
Anesthesia
Building/Floor: 4 Maloney Conference Room.
Thursday, September 16, 2010, 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM.
Neurology Grand Rounds
Neurology
Building/Floor: Ground Floor White Building.
Thursday, September 16, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
76ers/Flyers' Surgery Theater
Ground Floor White Building.
LBBC Presents: Breast Cancer Genetics - Understanding Risk Assessment and Testing
Patient and Family Events
This September teleconference will help you learn the basics about the role genes can play in breast cancer
Join Living Beyond Breast Cancer for their next free teleconference, Breast Cancer Genetics: Understanding Risk Assessment and Testing.
Both speakers, from the Abramson Cancer Center, will discuss the basics of breast cancer genetics. Susan M. Domchek, MD, director of the Breast and Ovarian Cancer Risk Evaluation Program, and Jill Stopfer, MS, CGC, senior genetic counselor, will help you understand:
The role genes can play in breast cancer, whether you or a family member has been diagnosed or you are at high risk
, How genetic testing works and possible benefits and limitations
, Making decisions based on your results
, How to share information with family members.
Building/Floor: FREE Teleconference. Registration: Click here for more information and to register.
Thursday, September 16, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
FREE Teleconference.
For more info visit www.lbbc.org. OncoLink Brown Bag Chat - Issues Facing Young Adults After a Cancer Diagnosis
Patient and Family Events
Ask the OncoLink experts your questions about the issues facing young adults before, during, and after cancer treatment. You can submit questions ahead of time or during the live event. A transcript will be available after the event in case you miss it.
70,000 young adults (age 15-39) are diagnosed with cancer every year. They are often caught between the pediatric and adult oncology communities, facing unique challenges and being treated alongside people twice their age. Many young adults find it difficult to get the support and understanding they need from their peers and healthcare team. There are wonderful resources for young adults, but finding them when you need them can be difficult. This webchat will bring together experts to address your concerns about medical, legal, employment, sexuality, relationships and fertility issues and connect you with some of the fabulous resources already available.
Building/Floor: live Internet-based discussion. Registration: Visit www.oncolink.org to learn more, log on or submit a question ahead of time!
Thursday, September 16, 2010, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
live Internet-based discussion.
For more info visit www.oncolink.org. Weight Loss Surgery Information Session at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session featuring faculty from the Penn Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Program. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Penn Tower, Bridge Level Conference Room. Registration: This event is free but registration is required.
To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN.
Thursday, September 16, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit pennmedicine.org. Neuro-Op Conference
Ophthalmology Events
Friday, September 17, 2010, 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM.
Kozart Auditorium.
Weight Loss Surgery Information Sessions at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Philadelphia Heart Institute Building, Conference Room 102.
Saturday, September 18, 2010, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit pennmedicine.org. Day-long Retreat for Penn Mindfulness Foundation Graduates
Patient and Family Events
A donation class to benefit the Abramson Cancer Center.
Retreat size limited to 50 people
Join the PENN Program for Mindfulness for a full day of Mindfulness. This day of mindfulness practice is exclusively for graduates of the Penn Program for Mindfulness eight-week Foundation stress management program. We invite you to reconnect with us to cultivate your mindfulness practice and gather in a community of like-minded people. Take this rare opportunity to leave the distractions and preoccupations of daily life and join us for this special day. We hope to see you then.
Suggested Donation: All donations support our scholarship program.
Building/Floor: 3440 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA. Registration: To register, email stress.management@uphs.upenn.edu with "Reserve for September Grad One-Day Retreat" in the subject line.
Sunday, September 19, 2010, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
3440 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA.
Sugarhouse Casino Charity Partners for Test Runs
Special Events
Proceeds from Historic First-Play go to Local Nonprofits
Philadelphia's first and only casino, SugarHouse Casino, announced its partnership with four Philadelphia-based non-profit organizations for two operational test days in September. All proceeds generated from the tests will be divided equally among the Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania, Fraternal Order of Police Survivors' Fund, Great Philadelphia Traditions Fund, and the The Philadelphia Veterans Multi-Service & Education Center.
As part of the final operational approval process by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB), the casino will conduct tests for table games and slots on September 20th and 22nd. During the test periods, table game and slot play is for invited guests only.
The test periods will be a dress rehearsal for the 800 new workers employed by SugarHouse. Approximately 160 of the new employees will be recent graduates of the casino's dealer school.
"We are proud to support our charity partners.…
Building/Floor: 1080 North Delaware Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19125.
Monday, September 20, 2010.
1080 North Delaware Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19125.
For more info visit www.sugarhousecasino.com. Kempen - Epidemiology & Biostatistics
Ophthalmology Events
Monday, September 20, 2010, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
5th Floor CR.
Department of Genetics and Department of Cell & Developmental Biology Seminar Series
Academic Events
Michael A. Rudnicki, PhD, FRSC
Senior Scientist and Director
Regenerative Medicine Program and Sprott
Centre for Stem Cell Research
Ottawa Hospital Research Institute
"Molecular Regulation of Muscle Stem Cell Function".
Building/Floor: Main Auditorium
Biomedical Research Blg.
421 Curie Boulevard. Registration: For more information regarding the seminar series, please visit our website at www.med.upenn.edu/genetics/seminars or contact Kimberly Freeman at 215-898-4916 or freeman2@mail.med.upenn.edu.
Monday, September 20, 2010, 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM.
Main Auditorium, Biomedical Research Blg.
PMI Seminar - Ronald Cohn, MD "TBA"
Academic Events List
Department of Pediatrics, Neurology and the McKusick-Nathans Institute of Genetic Medicine, John Hopkins University School of Medicine.
Monday, September 20, 2010, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Class of 62 Auditorium (John Morgan Building).
For more info visit www.med.upenn.edu. Ovarian Cancer Awareness Night with the Phillies
OBGYN
A portion of each ticket sold through this event with benefit the Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation, Inc.
Monday, September 20, 2010, 7:05 PM.
Citizens Bank Park
One Citizens Bank Way
Philadelphia, PA 19148.
For more info visit www.sandyovarian.org. Prostate Cancer Screening
JKCC Events
Building/Floor: Farm Journal Building, 2nd Floor. Registration: To register, call 800-789-PENN. Appointments are necessary. Space is limited.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Department of Surgery Faculty Meeting
Surgery - Academic Events List
Building/Floor: Ground Floor, White Building.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Weight Loss Surgery Information Session in Radnor
Other Locations
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session featuring faculty from the Penn Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Program. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Conference Room 203. Registration: This event is free but registration is required.
To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Sugarhouse Casino Charity Partners for Test Runs
Special Events
Proceeds from Historic First-Play go to Local Nonprofits
Philadelphia's first and only casino, SugarHouse Casino, announced its partnership with four Philadelphia-based non-profit organizations for two operational test days in September. All proceeds generated from the tests will be divided equally among the Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania, Fraternal Order of Police Survivors' Fund, Great Philadelphia Traditions Fund, and the The Philadelphia Veterans Multi-Service & Education Center.
As part of the final operational approval process by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB), the casino will conduct tests for table games and slots on September 20th and 22nd. During the test periods, table game and slot play is for invited guests only.
The test periods will be a dress rehearsal for the 800 new workers employed by SugarHouse. Approximately 160 of the new employees will be recent graduates of the casino's dealer school.
"We are proud to support our charity partners.…
Building/Floor: 1080 North Delaware Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19125.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010.
1080 North Delaware Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19125.
For more info visit www.sugarhousecasino.com. Retina Journal Club
Ophthalmology Events
Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Brucker - 5th FCR.
United States of Teal Breakfast
OBGYN
Come celebrate the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance’s United States of Teal campaign. Also take the opportunity to promote the awareness of and funding for ovarian cancer in front of Pennsylvania legislators. Breakfast will be served.
Registration: RSVP to info@sandyovarian.org or 610-446-2272.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Pennsylvania Capitol
Irvis Office Building, Room 108
Harrisburg, PA.
For more info visit www.sandyovarian.org. Penn Medicine and Sandy Rollman Foundation CBS3 "Talk Philly" Interview Series
OBGYN
Topic: Diagnosis and Treatment of Ovarian Cancer
Thomas C. Randall, MD, Chief, Gynecologic Oncology, Pennsylvania Hospital
Dara Barr, Ovarian cancer survivor and SROCF Volunteer
Watch Penn specialists, representatives from Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation (SROCF), and ovarian cancer survivors discuss the latest information on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship for women with ovarian cancer.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.
CBS3.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Mainly Your Health - Breast Reconstructive Surgery
Mainly Your Health Speakers Series
Dr. Serletti discusses the latest advances in treatments available in breast reconstruction at Penn Medicine
Joseph M. Serletti, MD
Plastic Surgery.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 1:00 PM.
Penn Medicine at Radnor.
Mainly Your Health - Heart Health from Motherhood to Menopause
Mainly Your Health Speakers Series
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in this country. Dr. Moghbeli will discuss the current options for diagnosis and treatment of heart disease in women of all ages, including women with pregnancy-related cardiovascular disease.
Nazanin Moghbeli, MD, MPH
Director, Women’s Cardiovascular Center at Pennsylvania Hospital.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Penn Medicine at Radnor.
Weight Loss Surgery Information Session in Cherry Hill
Other Locations
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session featuring faculty from the Penn Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Program. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Registration: This event is free but registration is required.
To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Mortality and Morbidity
Grand Rounds
Erica Thaler, MD, Associate Professor
University of Pennsylvania Health System - ORL:HNS.
Thursday, September 23, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
5 Silverstein, Oto Lecture Room.
Pathology - Residents Only
Ophthalmology Events
Thursday, September 23, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM.
Surgery Grand Rounds - Gordon Buzby Surgery Leadership Lecture
Surgery - Academic Events List
Ralph W. Muller, MA
Chief Executive Officer
Univ. of Pennsylvania
"Leadership in Healthcare".
Thursday, September 23, 2010, 7:15 AM – 8:15 AM.
Flyers/76ers Surgery Theatre - Ground White.
For more info visit www.uphs.upenn.edu. Neurology Grand Rounds
Neurology
Building/Floor: Ground Floor White Building.
Thursday, September 23, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
76ers/Flyers' Surgery Theater
Ground Floor White Building.
Kidney / Pancreas Transplant Support Group
Kidney/Pancreas Transplant Events and Support Groups
“Pregnancy Post Transplant”
Safety of pregnancy post transplant and key steps to have a safe pregnancy post kidney transplant.
The Penn kidney transplant team supports patients on their transplantation journey. The monthly support group presents an opportunity to learn more about many aspects of pre and post transplant issues. Sessions are free and open to any patient on the UNOS transplant waiting list.
Parking in Penn Tower is complimentary and light refreshments are provided.
For more information, contact:
Joseph Maguire, RN
Kidney/Pancreas Transplant Coordinator
215-662-4287
joseph.maguire@uphs.upenn.edu.
Building/Floor: Penn Tower - Bridge Level, Conference Room.
Thursday, September 23, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit schtsgi.com. M.O.S.T. (Multi-Organ Support Team) Meeting
Transplant
Speaker: Sharon Silverman, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, speaking on Occupational Vocational Rehabilitation Post Transplant
Free parking is provided.
All patients and families are welcome to attend.
Second Chance support group meeting will follow presentation.
Building/Floor: Gift of Life Donor Program Offices
401 N. 3rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123. Registration: RSVP to Steve White at sjwhite17@comcast.net or call 610-461-2723.
Thursday, September 23, 2010, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Gift of Life Donor Program Offices
401 N. 3rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123.
Second Chance Heart Transplant Support Group Meeting
Heart Transplant Events and Support Groups
Free Parking is provided.
Support group meeting immediately follows M.O.S.T (Multi-Organ Support Team) meeting.
Building/Floor: Gift of Life Donor Program Offices
401 N. 3rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123. Registration: RSVP to Steve White at sjwhite17@comcast.net or call 610-461-2723.
Thursday, September 23, 2010, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Gift of Life Donor Program Offices
401 N. 3rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123.
2010 AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO!
Externally Sponsored Conferences
Registration: http://am2010.entnet.org/registration/regFeePolicy.cfm.
Friday, September 24, 2010 – Tuesday, September 28, 2010.
Boston Convention & Exhibition Center
415 Summer Street
Boston MA 02210.
For more info visit www.wynjade.com. 3rd Focus on Prostate, Testicular, Kidney and Bladder Cancer - Living Well with Urologic Cancers
Patient and Family Events
An Educational Conference for those affected by Urologic Cancers and their loved ones
Schedule is tentative
7:00AM - Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:30AM - Welcome
8:45AM - General Session: Health Care Briefing
8:55AM - Proton Therapy for Urologic Cancers
Genetics and Risk Factors for Urologic Cancers
Urologic Cancers in African Americans & other Minorities
10:00AM - FOR THOSE IN TREATMENT (Concurrent Sessions)
For African Americans: Coping with a Urologic Cancer Diagnosis -- the Physical and Emotional Journey
, Para Latinos/Hispanos: Ayuda para lidiar con el diagnostico de cancer en la prostata, la vejiga, testiculos o el rinon
, Prostate Cancer
, Testicular Cancer
, Bladder Cancer
, Kidney Cancer
,
12:00PM - LUNCH
1:00PM - Attend "Ask the Experts"
2:00PM - Inspirational Speaker/Survivor Panel
3:00PM - Conference Ends
FOR THOSE LIVING WITH UROLOGIC CANCER
10:00AM - The New Agenda for Urologic Cancer Survivorship
10:15AM - Late Term Physical Effects and Post…
Registration: Register at oncolink.org/conference/urologic. If you have questions, please contact Conference Coordinator, Barbara Lopez at lopezb@upenn.edu.
Friday, September 24, 2010, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Hyatt Regency Philadelphia at Penn's Landing
201 South Columbus Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA 19106.
For more info visit oncolink.org. Surgery M & M
Ophthalmology Events
Friday, September 24, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Stasi - Kozart Auditorium.
Shopping For a Cause at My Kids Korner
OBGYN
10% of all proceeds going to Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation.
Saturday, September 25, 2010, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
My Kids Korner
711 Montgomery Ave.
Bala Cynwyd, PA.
For more info visit www.sandyovarian.org. 4th Annual New Jersey Miles for Melanoma Run-Walk
Special Events
Registration - 8 AM
Run Starts - 9 AM
Walk Starts 9:10 AM
Advance Registration Fee: $25
On-site Registration: $35
Awards - TShirts - Registration Bags
Why you should participate in the New Jersey Miles for Melanoma Run/Walk
Melanoma is the most deadly form of skin cancer. Every hour a person dies from melanoma.
, Melanoma is one of the fastest growing cancers in the United States and worldwide
, Melanoma can develop anywhere on the body, including eyes, scalp, hands and feet
, Melanoma is most common in men over the age of 50; more than colon, prostate, and lung cancer
, Melanoma is the second most common cancer for people ages 15-29
, Melanoma can develop on anyone -- no matter thei rage, sex or race
, The majority of melanoma is caused by exposure to UV light and sunlight
, It takes only one blistering sunburn, especially at a young age, to more than double a person's chance of developing melanoma later in life
, Exposure to tanning beds before age 30 increases the risk of developing…
Building/Floor: Township of Morris Municipal Complex
49 Woodland Avenue
Morristown, NJ 07960. Registration: Register online at www.firstgiving.com/melanoma . For more information, email Bill Marsch at wrmarsch@earthlink.net.
Sunday, September 26, 2010, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Township of Morris Municipal Complex
49 Woodland Avenue
Morristown, NJ 07960.
For more info visit www.firstgiving.com. OP200
Ophthalmology Events
Monday, September 27, 2010 – Friday, October 1, 2010.
First Annual Nursing Research Symposium
Pennsylvania Hospital
Registration: Register through Knowledge Link.
Monday, September 27, 2010.
Pennsylvania Hospital
Zubrow Auditorium.
Glaucoma Lecture - Aqueous Humor Dynamics/Neuroprotection
Ophthalmology Events
Monday, September 27, 2010, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Stone/Mitchell - Kozart Auditorium.
PMI Seminar - Ahlke Heydemann, PhD
Academic Events List
"Mechanisms and Therapies for Respiratory Muscle Failure" Department of Molecular Cardiology, University of Chicago.
Monday, September 27, 2010, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Class of 62 Auditorium (John Morgan Building).
For more info visit www.med.upenn.edu. Philadelphia Chromosome Symposium: Past, Present & Future
Academic Events
The 50th Anniversary of the Discovery of the Philadelphia Chromosome
You are invited to join us as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the seminal discovery of the Philadelphia Chromosome by David A. Hungerford and Peter C. Nowell and explore the development of new therapeutics based upon this discovery. The distinguished group of faculty includes five recipients of the Lasker Award.
PROGRAM
8:00 AM - Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:40 AM - Welcome
8:45 AM - Overview
MORNING SESSION - DISCOVERY
9:20 AM - Introduction
9:25 AM - The Philadelphia Chromosome
9:40 AM - Discovery of the Translocation---t(9;22)
10:25 AM - Break
POSTER SESSION
MORNING SESSION 2 - MOLECULAR CHARACTERIZATION
10:40 AM - Introduction
10:45 AM - Philadelphia Chromosomal Breakpoints: Two Linear Breaks with Complex Consequences
11:30 AM - Defining the Abl Tyrosine Kinase in Mouse and Man
12:15 PM - Lunch
AFTERNOON SESSION 1 - IMATINIB
1:15 PM - Introduction
1:20 PM - Preclinical Imatinib
2:05 PM -…
Building/Floor: The Chemical Heritage Foundation
315 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106. Registration: No Cost. Registration is required. Registration deadline is September 21, 2010. For inquiries, contact Office of CME, Fox Chase Cancer Center, 215-728-5358 or CME@fccc.edu.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010, 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
The Chemical Heritage Foundation
315 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106.
Liver Transplant Support Group
Liver Transplant Events and Support Groups
Penn Transplant Institute is pleased to offer a liver transplant support group for patients and their loved ones. This group consists of patients who are either awaiting transplant or who have been transplanted. The transplant social workers organize the liver transplant support group. Group values include:
* Confidentiality
* Respect for diversity
* Respect for the opinions of others
The support group meets every other Tuesday at 12 noon.
Building/Floor: Rhoads building, 4th floor.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Penn Medicine and Sandy Rollman Foundation CBS3 "Talk Philly" Interview Series
OBGYN
Topic: Survivorship
Lori E. Smith, CRNP, Jordan Center for Gynecologic Cancer at Penn
Terri Loring, Ovarian Cancer survivor and SROCF Board Member
Watch Penn specialists, representatives from Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation (SROCF), and ovarian cancer survivors discuss the latest information on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship for women with ovarian cancer.
Wednesday, September 29, 2010, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.
CBS3.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Walkabout: Looking In, Looking Out
General Cancer
A special survivorship program available for young adults between 18-30 with sarcomas and other cancers, to decrease distress including physical pain, anxiety, depression and fatigue.
Building/Floor: Farm Journal Building, 2nd Floor Conference Room. Registration: Call 215-829-6466.
Wednesday, September 29, 2010, 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Joan Karnell Cancer Center.
Anatomy/Academy: Art and Science in Philadelphia
Pennsylvania Hospital
This is the fourth lecture in the series highlighting our Jan Van Rymsdyk anatomical drawings exhibition, From Pastels to PDA's: Medical Education from the 18th c to the 21st c.
Building/Floor: Historic Library, 2 Pine Center. Registration: Please RSVP by September 28, 2010 at 215-829-5434.
Wednesday, September 29, 2010, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Historic Library, 2 Pine Center
800 Spruce St. Philadelphia, PA 19107
Speakers: Anna Marley, Curator of Historical American Art at PAFA and Robert Cozzolino, Curator of Modern Art at PAFA.
Weight Loss Surgery Information Session at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session featuring faculty from the Penn Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Program. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Penn Tower, 4th Floor, Gates Conference Room. Registration: This event is free but registration is required. To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN.
Wednesday, September 29, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Mainly Your Health - Mascular Degeneration: Age-related Vision Loss
Mainly Your Health Speakers Series
Dr. Brucker discuses the causes and management of one of the leading causes of blindness in people 60 and older.
Alexander Brucker, MD
Ophthalmology.
Wednesday, September 29, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Penn Medicine at Radnor.
Mainly Your Health - Medication Use and the Elderly
Mainly Your Health Speakers Series
Dr. Brandt highlights the medication needs and risks of patients over 55.
Lynsey E. Brandt, MD
Geriatric Medicine.
Wednesday, September 29, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Penn Medicine at Radnor.
Weekly Anesthesia & Critical Care
Anesthesia
Combined Neurosurgery/Anesthesia
William Young, M.D.
UCSF.
Building/Floor: Medical Alumni
1 Maloney.
Thursday, September 30, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
For more info visit www.uphs.upenn.edu. Physician Supply and the Myths of Health Care Reform
Grand Rounds
Richard A. Cooper, MD, Professor of Medicine
Faculty Affairs & Professional Development.
Thursday, September 30, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
5 Silverstein, Oto Lecture Room.
Grand Rounds
Ophthalmology Events
Thursday, September 30, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM.
Kozart Auditorium.
Neurology Grand Rounds
Neurology
Building/Floor: Ground Floor White Building.
Thursday, September 30, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
76ers/Flyers' Surgery Theater
Ground Floor White Building.
Weight Loss Surgery Information Session at Pennsylvania Hospital
Pennsylvania Hospital
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Zubrow Auditorium. Registration: This event is free but registration is required. To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN (7366).
Thursday, September 30, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Cornea Journal Club
Ophthalmology Events
Friday, October 1, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Sulewski- Kozart Auditorium.
Philadelphia International Dragon Boat Festival
OBGYN
Come out and show your support for Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation's team, Teal InTENsity!
Saturday, October 2, 2010.
Lloyd Hall
#1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Drive
Philadelphia, PA 19130.
For more info visit www.sandyovarian.org. Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation 10th Anniversary Gala
OBGYN
Join us as we celebrate 10 years of hope & progress. Our celebration includes a wonderful dinner by Carlino's, live & silent auctions, music by Greg Martinez and a special video presentation of our first ten years.
Registration: To register, please visit the online order form https://app.etapestry.com/hosted/SandyRollmanOvarianCancerF/OnlineRegistration2.html.
Saturday, October 2, 2010, 7:00 PM.
TRUST
249 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106.
For more info visit app.etapestry.com. Trip to see The Addams Family on Broadway
Special Events
The Richard J. Pogach, M.D. Memorial Foundation is sponsoring a trip to see the new musical, The Addams Family starring Nathan Lane. The trip includes motor coach to New York City, breakfast, and a matinee orchestra seat. All proceeds benefit the Abramson Cancer Center.
The Addams Family
A New Musical Starring Nathan Lane and Bebe Neurwirth
Don't miss this magnificently macabre new musical!
Registration: $165 per person - For more information or to reserve seats, call (215) 645-1045. Reserve your place by mailing a check today:
Richard J. Pogach, MD - Memorial Foundation
62 Digi Farm Lane
Bensalem, PA 19020.
Sunday, October 3, 2010, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Roundtrip Motorcoach to New York, NY.
Glaucoma Conference - Visual Fields
Ophthalmology Events
Monday, October 4, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Regina - Kozart Auditorium.
Glaucoma Conference - Open Angle Glaucoma
Ophthalmology Events
Monday, October 4, 2010, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Regina - Kozart Auditorium.
Weight Loss Surgery Information Sessions at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Philadelphia Heart Institute Building, Conference Room 102.
Monday, October 4, 2010, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
For more info visit pennmedicine.org. Looking Your Best: A Guide to Cosmetic Procedures Available at Penn Medicine
Radnor
Guest Speakers
Stephen J. Kovach, II, MD
Assitant Professor of Surgery
Jeanne Vos
Clinical Aesthetician
Yelana Barsky
Clinical Aesthetician.
Registration: To register please call 215.662.2520.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Penn Medicine at Radnor
250 King of Prussia Road
Radnor, PA 19087.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Glaucoma Conference - Open Angle Glaucoma
Ophthalmology Events
Wednesday, October 6, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Miller - Kozart Auditorium.
Head and Neck Cancer Support Group
Patient and Family Events
10th Anniversary
Recognize the 10th Anniversary of Our Support Group
Special Guest: Carolyn Vachani, RN, MSN, AOCN
The LIVESTRONG™ Care Plan Powered by Penn Medicine's OncoLink.
Building/Floor: Patient and Family Services Conference Room
1 West Pavilion
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Registration: Please call Sandra Slaughter at 215-614-0651 or email her at sandra.slaughter@uphs.upenn.edu. If you would like to register for these groups, to have your name deleted from the mailing list, or for more information about other support groups and cancer programs.
Wednesday, October 6, 2010, 9:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Patient and Family Services Conference Room
1 West Pavilion
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine.
For more info visit www.penncancer.org. Walkabout: Looking In, Looking Out
General Cancer
A special survivorship program available for young adults between 18-30 with sarcomas and other cancers, to decrease distress including physical pain, anxiety, depression and fatigue.
Building/Floor: Farm Journal Building, 2nd Floor Conference Room. Registration: Call 215-829-6466.
Wednesday, October 6, 2010, 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Joan Karnell Cancer Center.
Weight Loss Surgery Information Session in Bucks County
Other Locations
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session featuring faculty from the Penn Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Program. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Registration: This event is free but registration is required.
To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN.
Wednesday, October 6, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Weekly Anesthesia & Critical Care
Anesthesia
Annual Eckenhoff Lecture
Emery Brown, M.D.
Building/Floor: Medical Alumni
1 Maloney.
Thursday, October 7, 2010, 7:00 AM.
For more info visit www.uphs.upenn.edu. Prelim Researcher Presentations
Grand Rounds
Marcelo Antunes, MD
PGY4
University of Pennsylvania Health System - ORL:HNS
Jessica Shen, MD
PGY4
University of Pennsylvania Health System - ORL:HNS.
Thursday, October 7, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
5 Silverstein, Oto Lecture Room.
Grand Rounds
Ophthalmology Events
Thursday, October 7, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM.
Kozart Auditorium.
Stress and Energy Management
General Cancer
This four-part series will explore the value of stress and energy management for persons diagnosed with cancer. Introductory skills training in mindfulness meditation, to support greater ease in daily life will be explored. Open to those post or in active treatment, as well as family members and caregivers.
Building/Floor: Farm Journal Building
1st Floor Conference Room. Registration: To register, call 215-829-8700.
Thursday, October 7, 2010, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Joan Karnell Cancer Center.
Weight Loss Surgery Information Session at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session featuring faculty from the Penn Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Program. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Penn Tower, Bridge Level Conference Room. Registration: This event is free but registration is required.
To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN.
Thursday, October 7, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.
For more info visit pennmedicine.org. Cornea Conference
Ophthalmology Events
Friday, October 8, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Stasi - Kozart Auditorium.
Glaucoma Fellowship Interviews
Ophthalmology Events
Friday, October 8, 2010, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
SEI 5th Floor CR & Small CR 520.
Temporal Bone Course for Chief Residents
Speakers, Professorships and Special Events
Course Directors
Douglas C. Bigelow, M.D.
Daqing Li, M.D.
Michael J. Ruckenstein, M.D.
PLEASE NOTE
Oto Chief residents are required to attend and participate
All other Oto Residents are invited to attend lectures and observe in lab.
Building/Floor: 5 Silverstein. Registration: Contact Bonnie Rosen with questions
Email: Bonnie.Rosen@uphs.upenn.edu
Phone: 215 662-2137
Fax: 215 662-4515.
Friday, October 8, 2010, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
5 Silverstein, Oto Lecture Room
Temporal Bone Lab.
Ethics of the Heart: Ethics and Policy Challenges in the Treatment of Advanced Heart Failure
Cardiology
Friday, October 8, 2010
Ethics of Heart Transplantation
3:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Saturday, October 9, 2010
Ethics and Devices for Treatment of Advanced Heart Failure
7:30 AM – 3:10 PM
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Building/Floor: University of Pennsylvania
Houston Hall
Class of 1949 Auditorium. Registration: Contact: Conference Coordinator
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Office of Continuing Medical Education
333 Blockley Hall, 423 Guardian Drive
Philadelphia, PA 19104-6021
Phone: 215-898-8005 or 215-898-6400
e-mail: penncme@mail.med.upenn.edu
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Friday, October 8, 2010, 3:00 PM – Saturday, October 9, 2010, 3:10 PM.
3417 Spruce Street
Philadelphia, PA.
For more info visit cme.med.upenn.edu. Temporal Bone Course for Chief Residents
Speakers, Professorships and Special Events
Course Directors
Douglas C. Bigelow, M.D.
Daqing Li, M.D.
Michael J. Ruckenstein, M.D.
PLEASE NOTE
Oto Chief residents are required to attend and participate
All other Oto Residents are invited to attend lectures and observe in lab.
Building/Floor: 5 Silverstein. Registration: Contact Bonnie Rosen with questions
Email: Bonnie.Rosen@uphs.upenn.edu
Phone: 215 662-2137
Fax: 215 662-4515.
Saturday, October 9, 2010, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
5 Silverstein, Oto Lecture Room
Temporal Bone Lab.
Pancreatic Cancer Networking Group
Patient and Family Events
This networking meeting is open to people with pancreatic cancer and their loved ones. Meet with others who face similar treatment and concerns to share information, and to support one another in living with pancreatic cancer.
This group is offered in partnership with the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
The mission of the Cancer Support Community is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by the community.
Building/Floor: The Suzanne Morgan Center at Ridgeland
4100 Chamounix Drive
Philadelphia, PA 19131. Registration: For more information and to register, call 215-879-7733 or visit www.twcp.org.
Saturday, October 9, 2010, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Suzanne Morgan Center at Ridgeland
4100 Chamounix Drive
Philadelphia, PA 19131.
For more info visit www.twcp.org. Transplant Movie Night
Transplant
Movie selection is "A Stranger's Heart"
Schedule:
6:00-6:30: Social Time
6:30-8:30: Movie
8:30-9:00: Discussion.
Building/Floor: Gift of Life Donor Program Office
401 N. 3rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123. Registration: RSVP to Jim Gleason at gleasonjim@aol.com or leave a voicemail at 609-877-4493 with your name, phone number, and number attending.
Saturday, October 9, 2010, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Gift of Life Donor Program Office
401 N. 3rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer
Register online at http://makingstrides.acsevents.org/paphillystrides or pick up a registration form at Women's Imaging or Joan Karnell Cancer Center at Pennsyvlania Hospital. Join our team - Pennsylvania Hospital Team Hope.
Registration: http://makingstrides.acsevents.org/paphillystrides.
Sunday, October 10, 2010, 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
26th Street and Ben Franklin Parkway.
Glaucoma Conference - Gonioscopy/Secondary Open Angle Glaucoma
Ophthalmology Events
Monday, October 11, 2010, 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Miller/Regina - Kozart Auditorium.
Lung Transplant Support Group: Comprehensive Overview of the Lung Transplant Process
Lung Transplant Events and Support Groups
Led By: Nancy Blumenthal, CRNP, Lung Transplant Clinical Director.
Building/Floor: Penn Tower
4th Floor
Gates Conference Room.
Monday, October 11, 2010, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Liver Transplant Support Group
Liver Transplant Events and Support Groups
Penn Transplant Institute is pleased to offer a liver transplant support group for patients and their loved ones. This group consists of patients who are either awaiting transplant or who have been transplanted. The transplant social workers organize the liver transplant support group. Group values include:
* Confidentiality
* Respect for diversity
* Respect for the opinions of others
The support group meets every other Tuesday at 12 noon.
Building/Floor: Rhoads building, 4th floor.
Tuesday, October 12, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Council of Chiefs Meeting
Surgery - Academic Events List
Building/Floor: 4 Silverstein - Dr. Drebin's Office.
Tuesday, October 12, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Parental Loss Group
Wissahickon Hospice
Registration: Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register: Call Brian Arcarese at 610-617-2478 or Maureen Erdlen at 610-617-2477.
Tuesday, October 12, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Liaisons for Life
Transplant
Liaisons for Life, a volunteer group coordinated through the Gift of Life Donor Program, is comprised of transplant recipients and candidates as well as members of their families, donor family members and others who are interested in volunteering their time to promote donor awareness and the benefits of transplant.
Tuesday, October 12, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Weight Loss Surgery Information Session at Pennsylvania Hospital
Pennsylvania Hospital
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Zubrow Auditorium. Registration: This event is free but registration is required. To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN (7366).
Wednesday, October 13, 2010, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Nutrition during Cancer Treatment Class
Patient and Family Events
The side effects of cancer treatment can affect your ability to eat and maintain your nutritional status during treatment. This one-hour class, taught by a Registered Dietitian from the Abramson Cancer Center will help you manage the possible diet and nutrition related side effects of your cancer treatments.
This class is intended for patients who are currently in cancer treatment.
Topics discussed include:
Good nutrition as part of your treatment plan
, How to get the extra nutrition your body needs
, Handling side effects that interfere with eating
, Information about vitamin and herbal supplements
, Answers to your nutrition questions.
Building/Floor: Patient and Family Services Conference Rom
1 West Pavilion
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine
(Behind the Faith and Hope Boutique). Registration: For additional information and to register call Sandra Slaughter at 215-614-0651 or email her at sandra.slaughter@uphs.upenn.edu.
The class is free of charge and open to patients and family members, but registration is required.
Wednesday, October 13, 2010, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Patient and Family Services Conference Rom
1 West Pavilion
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine.
For more info visit www.penncancer.org. Walkabout: Looking In, Looking Out
General Cancer
A special survivorship program available for young adults between 18-30 with sarcomas and other cancers, to decrease distress including physical pain, anxiety, depression and fatigue.
Building/Floor: Farm Journal Building, 2nd Floor Conference Room. Registration: Call 215-829-6466.
Wednesday, October 13, 2010, 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Joan Karnell Cancer Center.
Penn Brain Tumor Support Group Meeting
Patient and Family Events
Facilitators:
Alisha Amendt, MSN, CRNP
Arbena Merolli, MSW
Joanna Lopinto, BSN, RN, CCRP
Light snacks and refreshments will be served. Valet parking and parking at the Penn Tower and Perelman garages will be discounted. In the event of a cancellation due to inclement weather, an email will be sent and a posting will be listed on the KYW 1060 website.
Building/Floor: Neurosurgery Conference Room
3 Silverstein. Registration: For more information or to register, please call 215-615-5240 or email braintumorsupport@uphs.upenn.edu.
Wednesday, October 13, 2010, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Neurosurgery Conference Room
3 Silverstein, HUP.
For more info visit www.penncancer.com. QVC Presents "FFANY® Shoes on Sale"
Special Events
The 17th annual QVC Presents “FFANY Shoes on Sale” - a blockbuster benefit for breast cancer research and education, will also honor footwear industry leaders.
FFANY will honor two outstanding individuals for their tremendous leadership and commitment to finding a cure for breast cancer – Sidney Kimmel, distinguished philanthropist and Founder and Chairman of Jones Apparel Group, and Ronald A. Fromm, Chairman and CEO of Brown Shoe Company, Inc. Both honorees will be given the Humanitarian Award – which will be renamed this year to the FFANY Jodi Fisher Humanitarian Award.
Thanks to the generous donations of FFANY Member footwear companies, tune in to QVC on Friday, October 15th from 7PM to 10PM (ET) for the charitable shoe sale of more than 100,000 pairs of shoes sold at half of the manufacturer’s suggested retail price with net proceeds to benefit this vital cause.
Registration: For more information on how to be part of this event, please visit FFANY.ORG or contact the Benefit HQ at 212-627-1000 Or email: ffany@resevt.com.
Wednesday, October 13, 2010, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Frederick P. Rose Hall
Home of Jazz at Lincoln Center
Broadway at 60th Street
New York City.
For more info visit www.ffany.org. Mainly Your Health - Chronic Wound Care
Mainly Your Health Speakers Series
Learn about the latest advances in wound care. Physicians from the Penn Wound Care Center and Penn Hyperbaric Medicine discuss management and treatment options including hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
Lee Kirksey, MD,
Penn Wound Care Center
Kevin R. Hardy, MD
Hyperbaric Medicine.
Wednesday, October 13, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Penn Medicine at Radnor.
Mainly Your Health - Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Dermatology
Mainly Your Health Speakers Series
Learn about the latest cosmetic dermatology advances in Botox® soft-tissue fillers, laser treatment and sclero therapy.
Joseph F. Sobanko, MD
Dermatology.
Wednesday, October 13, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Penn Medicine at Radnor.
Visiting Professor - Jonas Johnson, MD
Speakers, Professorships and Special Events
Jonas Johnson, MD
Professor and Chair
Department of Otolaryngology
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and UPMC
Pittsburgh, PA.
Thursday, October 14, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
5 Silverstein, Oto Lecture Room.
Grand Rounds
Ophthalmology Events
Thursday, October 14, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM.
Kozart Auditorium.
Surgery Grand Rounds - SURGERY: A Year in Review
Surgery - Academic Events List
Jeffrey A. Drebin, MD, PhD
Chairman, Department of Surgery.
Thursday, October 14, 2010, 7:15 AM – 8:15 AM.
Flyers/76ers Surgery Theatre - Ground White.
For more info visit www.uphs.upenn.edu. FACULTY MEETING - ANESTHESIOLOGY
Anesthesia
Building/Floor: Medical Alumni Hall, Maloney Building
1st Floor.
Thursday, October 14, 2010, 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM.
Stress and Energy Management
General Cancer
This four-part series will explore the value of stress and energy management for persons diagnosed with cancer. Introductory skills training in mindfulness meditation, to support greater ease in daily life will be explored. Open to those post or in active treatment, as well as family members and caregivers.
Building/Floor: Farm Journal Building
1st Floor Conference Room. Registration: To register, call 215-829-8700.
Thursday, October 14, 2010, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Joan Karnell Cancer Center.
Weight Loss Surgery Information Session at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session featuring faculty from the Penn Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Program. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Penn Tower, Bridge Level Conference Room. Registration: This event is free but registration is required.
To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN.
Thursday, October 14, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. ThyCa: 13th International Thyroid Cancer Survivors' Conference
Academic Events
WHAT: The only conference in the world for survivors of thyroid cancer and their families
WHO: Thyroid cancer survivors, family members, caregivers, friends, and over 60 speakers, including over 20 physicians, plus numerous other specialists, survivors, and caregivers.
WHY: Thyroid cancer is one of the few cancers that has increased in overall incidence. It is the most common endocrine cancer. Thyroid cancer affects people in all age groups from children through seniors. This unique, interactive conference provides a 3-day educational, supportive, and networking opportunity for people with all types of thyroid cancer at all phases of testing, treatment, and follow-up, as well as their family members and friends. The event provides access to leading physicians, medical researchers, mental health professionals, attorneys, other specialists, and other survivors and caregivers.
***The conference will feature the Abramson Cancer Center's Marcia S. Brose, MD, PhD
COST: $50. Family/Guests: $30. Early…
Building/Floor: Sheraton Grand Hotel DFW Airport
4440 West John Carpenter Freeway
Irving, TX 75063. Registration: Registration form and conference details are available at ThyCa's website. For more information, email thyca@thyca.org, call toll free 1-877-588-7904 or visit the website at http://www.thyca.org/.
Friday, October 15, 2010 – Sunday, October 17, 2010.
Sheraton Grand Hotel DFW Airport
4440 West John Carpenter Freeway
Irving, TX 75063.
For more info visit www.thyca.org. Neuro-Op Conference
Ophthalmology Events
Friday, October 15, 2010, 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM.
Kozart Auditorium.
Infant Remembrance Day Memorial
OBGYN
Please Join us in our Infant Remembrance Day Memorial and Candle Lighting as we participate in the "Wave of Light" for Pregnancy & Infant Loss Remembrance Day and dedicate our new memorial stone in the Physic Garden.
Friday, October 15, 2010, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Physic Garden & Great Court.
Kidney Patient Education: "Preparing for Your Transplant"
Kidney/Pancreas Transplant Events and Support Groups
A free, one-hour session for kidney transplant:
- Patients
- Family and friends
- Potential living donors
Learn about:
- The transplant waiting list and how organs become available.
- Benefits of living donor kidney transplant and the donation process.
- Simple steps to stay ready for your transplant.
Saturday, October 16, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Weight Loss Surgery Information Sessions at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Philadelphia Heart Institute Building, Conference Room 102.
Saturday, October 16, 2010, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit pennmedicine.org. Weight Loss Surgery Information Session at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session featuring faculty from the Penn Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Program. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Penn Tower, 4th Floor, Gates Conference Room. Registration: This event is free but registration is required.
To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN.
Monday, October 18, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit pennmedicine.org. Prostate Cancer Support Group
Patient and Family Events
This group offers the latest information about prostate cancer and treatment, and an opportunity to meet with other survivors. This group provides emotional support and strategies for coping. Meetings are held quarterly from 9:30 - 11:30am on the third Tuesday of the month (January, April, July and October).
Building/Floor: Patient and Family Services Conference Room, 1st Floor West Pavilion. Registration: If you need additional information or would like to register, please call Sandy Slaughter at 215-614-0651 or email her at slaughte@mail.med.upenn.edu.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Patient and Family Services Conference Room, 1st Floor West Pavilion, Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine.
For more info visit www.penncancer.org. Kidney / Pancreas Transplant Support Group
Kidney/Pancreas Transplant Events and Support Groups
Building/Floor: Penn Tower - 4th Floor, Gates Conference Room.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
For more info visit schtsgi.com. Weight Loss Surgery Information Session in Radnor
Other Locations
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session featuring faculty from the Penn Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Program. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Conference Room 203. Registration: This event is free but registration is required.
To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. PGY 3 - Temporal Bone Course at Jefferson
Externally Sponsored Conferences
Building/Floor: 5 Silverstein. Registration: More Information call 215 955-6784.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 – Saturday, October 23, 2010.
Thomas Jefferson University.
Walkabout: Looking In, Looking Out
General Cancer
A special survivorship program available for young adults between 18-30 with sarcomas and other cancers, to decrease distress including physical pain, anxiety, depression and fatigue.
Building/Floor: Farm Journal Building, 2nd Floor Conference Room. Registration: Call 215-829-6466.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Joan Karnell Cancer Center.
Grand Rounds
Ophthalmology Events
Thursday, October 21, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM.
Kozart Auditorium.
BLC Meeting - Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care
Anesthesia
Building/Floor: 4 Maloney Conference Room.
Thursday, October 21, 2010, 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM.
Stress and Energy Management
General Cancer
This four-part series will explore the value of stress and energy management for persons diagnosed with cancer. Introductory skills training in mindfulness meditation, to support greater ease in daily life will be explored. Open to those post or in active treatment, as well as family members and caregivers.
Building/Floor: Farm Journal Building
1st Floor Conference Room. Registration: To register, call 215-829-8700.
Thursday, October 21, 2010, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Joan Karnell Cancer Center.
Surgery M & M
Ophthalmology Events
Friday, October 22, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Orlin - 5th FCR.
Focus on Lung Cancer Conference
Patient and Family Events
HOLD THE DATE.
This year's 3rd Annual Focus on Lung Cancer is a full day symposium designed to address the personal and medical issues facing those at risk for lung cancer, survivors of lung cancer, their loved ones, and caregivers.
The Abramson Cancer Center and its prominent Lung Cancer Program is uniquely qualified to present this conference, with researchers and clinicians leading the way nationally, for decades, in understanding the causes of lung cancer and in finding more effective forms of treatment.
Registration: Registration will open as the event nears.
For more information or inquiries, contact Barbara Lopez at lopezb@upenn.edu.
Friday, October 22, 2010, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Hilton Hotel
4200 City Avenue
Philadelphia, PA.
Surgery Grand Rounds
Surgery - Academic Events List
Monica M. Bertagnolli, MD
Chief, Division of Surgical Oncology
Dana Farber/Brigham and Women's Cancer Center
Boston, Massachusetts.
Saturday, October 23, 2010, 7:15 AM – 8:15 AM.
Flyers/76ers Surgery Theatre - Ground White.
For more info visit www.uphs.upenn.edu. The Sixth Northeast regional Course on the Latest Techniques in Facial Reconstruction and Soft Tissue Surgery
Externally Sponsored Conferences
See Bonnie Rosen for a registration form. FOR RESIDENTS.
Building/Floor: Medical Science Building
Room B-610.
Saturday, October 23, 2010, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
UMDNJ-New Jersey
Medical School
185 South Orange Avenue
Newark, NJ 07103.
OP200
Ophthalmology Events
Monday, October 25, 2010 – Friday, October 29, 2010.
Glaucoma Conference - Optic Nerve & Optic Nerve Imaging
Ophthalmology Events
Monday, October 25, 2010, 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Ansari - Kozart Auditorium.
Liver Transplant Support Group
Liver Transplant Events and Support Groups
Penn Transplant Institute is pleased to offer a liver transplant support group for patients and their loved ones. This group consists of patients who are either awaiting transplant or who have been transplanted. The transplant social workers organize the liver transplant support group. Group values include:
* Confidentiality
* Respect for diversity
* Respect for the opinions of others
The support group meets every other Tuesday at 12 noon.
Building/Floor: Rhoads building, 4th floor.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Weight Loss Surgery Information Session at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session featuring faculty from the Penn Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Program. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Penn Tower, Bridge Level Conference Room. Registration: This event is free but registration is required. To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.
For more info visit pennmedicine.org. AACR's Conference on Colorectal Cancer: Biology to Therapy
Academic Events
Chairpersons:
Anil K. Rustgi, Abramson Cancer Center, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Joanna L. Groden, Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
Richard M. Goldberg, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC
This conference will convene internationally renowned scientists to provide state-of-the art talks in critical areas of relevance to colorectal cancer: stem cell and regenerative biology, regulation of the genome, genetics of susceptibility, inflammation and the tumor microenvironment, mouse models, advances in diagnostics, and clinical trials/experimental therapeutics.
There will be opportunities for oral presentations by attendees, selected on a competitive basis. Additionally, there will be poster sessions as well as career development sessions targeting new investigators, trainees, women, and underrepresented minorities.
The target audience is broad based to include scientists, physicians, trainees, and allied health personnel.
See below link for…
Registration: Early Registration Deadline: Friday, July 30
Abstract submission and award application deadline: Monday, August 23.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010 – Saturday, October 30, 2010.
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
For more info visit www.aacr.org. Retina Journal Club
Ophthalmology Events
Wednesday, October 27, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Dunaief - 5th FCR.
Weight Loss Surgery Information Session in Cherry Hill
Other Locations
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session featuring faculty from the Penn Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Program. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Registration: This event is free but registration is required.
To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Weekly Anesthesiology & Critical Care
Anesthesia
Quarterly QI Conference
David S. Smith, M.D. Ph.D.
Building/Floor: Medical Alumni
1 Maloney.
Thursday, October 28, 2010, 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM.
For more info visit www.uphs.upenn.edu. Weekly Anesthesiology & Critical Care
Anesthesia
Joint Anesthesia & Surgery.
Building/Floor: Medical Alumni
1 Maloney.
Thursday, October 28, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
For more info visit www.uphs.upenn.edu. Grand Rounds
Ophthalmology Events
Thursday, October 28, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM.
Kozart Auditorium.
Retina Fellowship Interviews
Ophthalmology Events
Thursday, October 28, 2010, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
5th Floor CR & Small CR 520.
Stress and Energy Management
General Cancer
This four-part series will explore the value of stress and energy management for persons diagnosed with cancer. Introductory skills training in mindfulness meditation, to support greater ease in daily life will be explored. Open to those post or in active treatment, as well as family members and caregivers.
Building/Floor: Farm Journal Building
1st Floor Conference Room. Registration: To register, call 215-829-8700.
Thursday, October 28, 2010, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Joan Karnell Cancer Center.
Weight Loss Surgery Information Session at Pennsylvania Hospital
Pennsylvania Hospital
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Zubrow Auditorium. Registration: This event is free but registration is required. To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN (7366).
Thursday, October 28, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Heart Disease and Pregnancy CME Course
Cardiology
Registration: For more information and to register contact:
Conference Coordinator – University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Office of Continuing Medical Education
333 Blockley Hall, 423 Guardian Drive, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6021
Tel (215) 898-9800 or (215) 898-8005 FAX (215) 898-1888
The University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation
Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical
education for physicians.
Friday, October 29, 2010, 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM.
Penn Medicine at Radnor Run
Radnor
PMR Radnor Run.
Registration: http://action.lungusa.org/site/TR?fr_id=2150&pg=entry.
Sunday, October 31, 2010, 7:00 AM.
Glaucoma Conference - Medications/Lasers
Ophthalmology Events
Monday, November 1, 2010, 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Sankar - Kozart Auditorium.
Weight Loss Surgery Information Sessions at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Philadelphia Heart Institute Building, Conference Room 102.
Monday, November 1, 2010, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
For more info visit pennmedicine.org. Glaucoma Conference
Ophthalmology Events
Wednesday, November 3, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Kozart Auditorium, Scheie Basement.
Glaucoma Conference - Angle Closure
Ophthalmology Events
Wednesday, November 3, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Ansari - Kozart Auditorium.
Head and Neck Cancer Support Group
Patient and Family Events
10th Anniversary
Open Discussion: Share Your Ideas, Information, Solutions and Support.
Building/Floor: Patient and Family Services Conference Room
1 West Pavilion
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Registration: Please call Sandra Slaughter at 215-614-0651 or email her at sandra.slaughter@uphs.upenn.edu. If you would like to register for these groups, to have your name deleted from the mailing list, or for more information about other support groups and cancer programs.
Wednesday, November 3, 2010, 9:45 AM – 11:15 AM.
Patient and Family Services Conference Room
1 West Pavilion
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine.
For more info visit www.penncancer.org. Walkabout: Looking In, Looking Out
General Cancer
Walkabout: Looking In, Looking Out is a special survivorship program available for young adults between ages 18-30 with sarcomas and other cancers, to decrease distress including physical pain, anxiety, depression and fatigue.
Building/Floor: Farm Journal Building, 2nd Floor
230 W. Washington Square
Phila. PA 19106. Registration: To register, call 215-829-6466.
Wednesday, November 3, 2010, 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Joan Karnell Cancer Center.
Ahmed Wet Lab
Ophthalmology Events
Wednesday, November 3, 2010, 5:30 PM.
SEI Basement.
Weight Loss Surgery Information Session in Bucks County
Other Locations
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session featuring faculty from the Penn Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Program. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Registration: This event is free but registration is required.
To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN.
Wednesday, November 3, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Joint Neurosurgery/Trauma/Anesthseiology
Anesthesia
Massive Resource Utilization in ;atients with Severe Traumatic Brain Injury.
Building/Floor: Medical Alumni
1 Maloney.
Thursday, November 4, 2010, 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM.
For more info visit www.uphs.upenn.edu. Grand Rounds
Ophthalmology Events
Thursday, November 4, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM.
Kozart Auditorium.
FACULTY MEETING - ANESTHESIOLOGY
Anesthesia
Building/Floor: Medical Alumni Hall, Maloney Building, 1st Floor.
Thursday, November 4, 2010, 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM.
Weight Loss Surgery Information Session at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session featuring faculty from the Penn Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Program. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Penn Tower, Bridge Level Conference Room. Registration: This event is free but registration is required. To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN.
Thursday, November 4, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.
For more info visit pennmedicine.org. Cornea Journal Club
Ophthalmology Events
Friday, November 5, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Stasi - 5th FCR.
5th Annual Free to Breathe® 5K Run/Walk
Patient and Family Events
*Attention GPS Users - Use Belmont Avenue and N. Concourse Drive for directions
This is the 5th annual Free to Breath® Lung Cancer 5K in Philadelphia. The event provides an opportunity for lung cancer advocates, survivors and the community to come together to raise awareness and support to fight this disease. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Pennsylvania Lung Cancer Partnership's research, education and awareness programs.
7:00 AM - Event Day Registration & Bag Check
8:00 AM - Rally Begins
8:30 AM - 5K Race Begins; Walk Begins Immediately Following
9:45 AM - Awards
10:00 AM - Kids' Dash.
Building/Floor: Memorial Hall, Fairmount Park
Directly across from Please Touch Museum
4231 Avenue of the Republic
Philadelphia, PA 19131. Registration: Register online at http://www.freetobreathe.com
Online (closes October 27)
$30 Adults
$10 Kids' Dash (10 & under)
Mail-In (must be received by October 27)
$33 Adults
$12 Kids' Dash (10 & under)
Event Day
$35 Adults
$15 Kids' Dash (10 & under).
Sunday, November 7, 2010, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Memorial Hall, Fairmount Park
Directly across from Please Touch Museum
4231 Avenue of the Republic
Philadelphia, PA 19131.
For more info visit www.freetobreathe.com. OP200
Ophthalmology Events
Monday, November 8, 2010 – Friday, November 12, 2010.
Glaucoma Conference - Surgery
Ophthalmology Events
Monday, November 8, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Miller - Kozart Auditorium.
Lung Transplant Support Group: Exploring Gains and Losses in Terms of Illness and the Transplant Experience
Lung Transplant Events and Support Groups
Led By: Kava Schafer, Hospital Chaplain.
Building/Floor: Penn Tower
4th Floor
Gates Conference Room.
Monday, November 8, 2010, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Liver Transplant Support Group
Liver Transplant Events and Support Groups
Penn Transplant Institute is pleased to offer a liver transplant support group for patients and their loved ones. This group consists of patients who are either awaiting transplant or who have been transplanted. The transplant social workers organize the liver transplant support group. Group values include:
* Confidentiality
* Respect for diversity
* Respect for the opinions of others
The support group meets every other Tuesday at 12 noon.
Building/Floor: Rhoads building, 4th floor.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Council of Chiefs Meeting
Surgery - Academic Events List
Building/Floor: 4 Silverstein - Dr. Drebin's Office.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Parental Loss Group
Wissahickon Hospice
Registration: Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register: Call Brian Arcarese at 610-617-2478 or Maureen Erdlen at 610-617-2477.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Weight Loss Surgery Information Session at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session featuring faculty from the Penn Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Program. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Penn Tower, 4th Floor, Gates Conference Room. Registration: This event is free but registration is required.
To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit pennmedicine.org. Liaisons for Life
Transplant
Liaisons for Life, a volunteer group coordinated through the Gift of Life Donor Program, is comprised of transplant recipients and candidates as well as members of their families, donor family members and others who are interested in volunteering their time to promote donor awareness and the benefits of transplant.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Weight Loss Surgery Information Session at Pennsylvania Hospital
Pennsylvania Hospital
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Zubrow Auditorium. Registration: This event is free but registration is required. To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN (7366).
Wednesday, November 10, 2010, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Nutrition during Cancer Treatment Class
Patient and Family Events
The side effects of cancer treatment can affect your ability to eat and maintain your nutritional status during treatment. This one-hour class, taught by a Registered Dietitian from the Abramson Cancer Center will help you manage the possible diet and nutrition related side effects of your cancer treatments.
This class is intended for patients who are currently in cancer treatment.
Topics discussed include:
Good nutrition as part of your treatment plan
, How to get the extra nutrition your body needs
, Handling side effects that interfere with eating
, Information about vitamin and herbal supplements
, Answers to your nutrition questions.
Building/Floor: Patient and Family Services Conference Rom
1 West Pavilion
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine
(Behind the Faith and Hope Boutique). Registration: For additional information and to register call Sandra Slaughter at 215-614-0651 or email her at sandra.slaughter@uphs.upenn.edu.
The class is free of charge and open to patients and family members, but registration is required.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Patient and Family Services Conference Rom
1 West Pavilion
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine.
For more info visit www.penncancer.org. Penn Brain Tumor Support Group Meeting
Patient and Family Events
Facilitators:
Alisha Amendt, MSN, CRNP
Arbena Merolli, MSW
Joanna Lopinto, BSN, RN, CCRP
Light snacks and refreshments will be served. Valet parking and parking at the Penn Tower and Perelman garages will be discounted. In the event of a cancellation due to inclement weather, an email will be sent and a posting will be listed on the KYW 1060 website.
Building/Floor: Neurosurgery Conference Room
3 Silverstein. Registration: For more information or to register, please call 215-615-5240 or email braintumorsupport@uphs.upenn.edu.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Neurosurgery Conference Room
3 Silverstein, HUP.
For more info visit www.penncancer.com. Weekly Anesthesiology & Critical Care
Anesthesia
Case Conference
David S. Smith, M.D. Ph.D.
Building/Floor: Medical Alumni
1 Maloney.
Thursday, November 11, 2010, 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM.
For more info visit www.uphs.upenn.edu. JOINT M&M ANESTHESIA & SURGERY
Anesthesia
Building/Floor: Medical Alumni Hall, 1st Floor, Maloney Building.
Thursday, November 11, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM.
Grand Rounds
Ophthalmology Events
Thursday, November 11, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM.
Kozart Auditorium.
Kidney Patient Education: "Preparing for Your Transplant"
Kidney/Pancreas Transplant Events and Support Groups
A free, one-hour session for kidney transplant:
- Patients
- Family and friends
- Potential living donors
Learn about:
- The transplant waiting list and how organs become available.
- Benefits of living donor kidney transplant and the donation process.
- Simple steps to stay ready for your transplant.
Thursday, November 11, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Cornea Conference
Ophthalmology Events
Friday, November 12, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Orlin - Kozart Auditorium.
American Heart Association’s Start! Heart Walk
General Public Events List
9:00 am Registration begins
9:30 am Opening ceremonies
10:00 am Official start of Start! Heart Walk
All walkers registered online by October 15th receive a free Penn Heart Walk tee shirt!
Registration: Register online for Penn’s Heart Walk team today! Your participation and fundraising efforts help support Penn Medicine and the American Heart Association as they aim to develop innovative therapies and better treatment options for cardiovascular disease and stroke.
Saturday, November 13, 2010, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Citizens Bank Park
Home of the Philadelphia Phillies
1 Citizens Bank Way
Philadelphia, PA.
For more info visit pennmedicine.org. 10th Anniversary Hosts for Hospitals - There's no Place like Home
Special Events
SAVE THE DATE
for a fun and memorable evening for an important cause! Enjoy a great band, dancing, silent and live auctions, heart felt stories, special presentation to Dr. John H. Glick and a ride on the Museum's carousel during dessert.
All proceeds from The Gala enable Hosts for Hospitals to expand existing programs and develop new programs in support of its family-centered mission.
Registration: Registration will open as the event nears. If you have any questions, contact Nancy Wimmer at 215-472-3801.
Saturday, November 13, 2010, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Please Touch Museum
Philadelphia, PA.
For more info visit www.hostsforhospitals.org. Glaucoma Conference - Final Review
Ophthalmology Events
Monday, November 15, 2010, 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
Sankar - Kozart Auditorium.
Weight Loss Surgery Information Session at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session featuring faculty from the Penn Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Program. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Building/Floor: Penn Tower, 4th Floor, Gates Conference Room. Registration: This event is free but registration is required. To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN.
Tuesday, November 16, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Kidney / Pancreas Transplant Support Group
Kidney/Pancreas Transplant Events and Support Groups
Building/Floor: Penn Tower - 4th Floor, Gates Conference Room.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit schtsgi.com. Nutrition and Diet for Breast Cancer
Patient and Family Events
Breast cancer has it's own specific diet and nutrition issues. The side effects of cancer treatment can affect your ability to eat and maintain your nutritional status during treatment. In addition, there are questions about what foods to eat and how to maintain a healthy weight to reduce the risk of recurrence. This one-hour class covers many of these issues and addresses the following topics:
How to get nutrition you need during and after treatment
, Handling side effects that interfere with eating
, Benefit of maintaining a healthy weight
, Foods to include or avoid
, Answers to your nutrition questions.
Building/Floor: Patient and Family Services Conference Room
1 West Pavilion
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine
(Behind the Faith and Hope Boutique). Registration: This class is free of charge and open to patients and family members, but registration is required.
For additional information and to register, call Sandra Slaughter at 215-614-0651 or email sandra.slaughter@uphs.upenn.edu.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Patient and Family Services Conference Room
1 West Pavilion
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine.
For more info visit www.penncancer.org. Walkabout: Looking In, Looking Out
General Cancer
Walkabout: Looking In, Looking Out is a special survivorship program available for young adults between ages 18-30 with sarcomas and other cancers, to decrease distress including physical pain, anxiety, depression and fatigue.
Building/Floor: Farm Journal Building, 2nd Floor
230 W. Washington Square
Phila. PA 19106. Registration: To register, call 215-829-6466.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010, 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Joan Karnell Cancer Center.
Weight Loss Surgery Information Session in Cherry Hill
Other Locations
Learn more about weight loss surgery at a free information session featuring faculty from the Penn Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Program. Discover the benefits of pursuing a healthy diet and lifestyle. Give yourself the best chance for long-term weight loss success!
Registration: This event is free but registration is required.
To register or for more information, please call 800-789-PENN.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org.