Announcements
Director of WVU simulation center appointed to international accreditation council
Dan Summers, director of David and Jo Ann Shaw Center for Simulation Training and Education for Patient Safety, has been appointed to the Society of Simulation Healthcare Accreditation Council.
WVU Medicine Urgent Care Named ‘Best of Marion County’ Winner
Congratulations to WVU Medicine Urgent Care at the Fairmont Gateway Clinic, which was named the best urgent care/walk-in clinic in the annual Best of Marion County contest.
Holiday Mindfulness Workshop to be held Dec. 5
Equipe yourself this holiday season with a toolbox of mindful techniques on Dec. 5 at the Holiday Mindfulness Workshop.
HSC Internet connectivity, access to key WVU services may be unavailable 3-5 a.m. Nov. 14
There will be brief interruptions to internet connectivity and technology services at the Health Sciences Center from 3-5 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14 while Information Technology Services conducts additional critical maintenance.
WVU Cancer Institute’s Thakkar First in the World to Use Device That Lowers Risk of Esophageal Cancer
The WVU Cancer Institute team, led by Dr. Shyam Thakkar, is the first to use the new FDA-approved 180° C2 Cryoballoon for treating Barrett's esophagus, a precancerous condition. This innovative device enables precise, minimally invasive cryotherapy to freeze and eliminate abnormal cells in the esophagus, reducing cancer risk. The procedure, recently performed on a 71-year-old patient, was successful, allowing him to resume normal activities the next day. WVU Cancer Institute remains committed to leading in cancer prevention and care through advanced technology and patient-focused treatment.
Physician LEADS WV announces application available for third class
Physician LEADS West Virginia announces applications are available for its third annual class. LEADS is an annual program to assist in the growth of physicians as leaders. West Virginia State Medical Association, the state’s largest education and advocacy association for physicians, coordinates the program and is one of its sponsors.
Internet connectivity unavailable on Wednesday, Nov. 20
Wired and wireless internet connectivity will be unavailable on HSC South’s 8th floor on Wednesday, Nov 20 from 6-10 p.m.
WVU HSTA Alumni Association, MAPS collecting cold weather clothing
The WVU Health Sciences & Technology Academy (HSTA) Alumni Association and Minorities Association of Pre-Healthcare Students (MAPS) are collecting cold weather items for a local initiative hosted by the United Way of Monongalia and Preston Counties.
New HSC employees will need to complete annual HIPAA training in Infosec IQ
As of Monday, Nov. 11, all new employees at WVU Health Sciences Center will automatically be enrolled in HIPAA training that must be completed in Infosec IQ rather than SOLE.
WVU Student Health closed during fall recess
West Virginia University Student Health Services will be closed Nov. 25-29 during the university’s fall recess.