Today's State of the Department marked the opening of this year's Medical Grand Rounds. In his address, Mark Anderson reviewed highlights from the past year including findings from the departmental five-year review, and shared his goals for the year ahead. Thank you to everyone who attended. We look forward to another productive year. Highlights include: Launch(...)
Mentoring
Rosen Receives Excellence in Investigative Mentoring Award
Posted by | CongratulationsAntony Rosen, professor in the Division of Rheumatology, is the 2018 recipient of the American College of Rheumatology's Excellence in Investigative Mentoring Award. This ACR award recognizes dedicated mentors who significantly influence the successful development and career of mentees, and honors one's contributions to the rheumatology profession through outstanding and ongoing mentoring.
MERIT Program Seeking Summer Preceptors
Posted by | Civic EngagementThe MERIT program is in search of clinicians to sign-up for three-hour shadowing sessions (9 a.m.–noon or 1–4 p.m.) from June 25- July 26, on any dates/times that work for their schedules. Laboratory preceptors can sign-up for three-hour shadowing sessions (9 a.m.–noon or 1–4 p.m.) to host a scholar every day, Monday–Friday from June 25- July 25. Please(...)
Director’s Reflections during Women’s History Month: The Importance of Strong Role Models
Posted by | AdministrationMuch like Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, society would not exist without both men and women. When the medical school failed to open alongside the Johns Hopkins Hospital in 1889 due to lack of funds, university leaders were hesitant to admit women to say the least. It wasn’t until desperation led them to accept the(...)
Learner Mistreatment, Harassment and Discrimination
Posted by | EducationIn my last reflections post, I spoke of the importance of diversity and inclusion and how we must respect each other no matter the person’s race, position, beliefs, etc. This especially includes our learners as they are often most vulnerable to mistreatment, discrimination, harassment or abuse. I hope you will take a few moments to(...)
Kass and Pasricha Receive Clinician Innovator Mentor Awards
Posted by | Congratulations, ResearchDavid Kass, professor in Cardiology, and Jay Pasricha, professor in Gastroenterology, were named recipients of the Johns Hopkins Clinician Innovator Mentor Award at the 2017 Design Day hosted by Center for Bioengineering Innovation and Design on Tuesday, May 9. This award recognizes clinicians who have made significant progress in developing new health care solutions that(...)
Entrepreneurial Mentorship Program
Posted by | LeadershipPlease join us on May 10 for the Hopkins Biotech Network’s Entrepreneurial Mentorship Program Showcase! Event highlights include a panel discussion with entrepreneurial mentors and industry leaders, success stories from current participants in the program and opportunities to connect with fellow entrepreneurs. Hear from peers who have successfully mapped their journey in entrepreneurship and discover new(...)
Dorjee and Chaisson Receive Mentee-Mentor Award
Posted by | CongratulationsKunchok Dorjee, research fellow in the Division of Infectious Diseases, and mentor Richard Chaisson, professor in ID, were recently named the recipients of the 2017 Mentee-Mentor Award in the Clinical Research category from the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs. This award recognizes Johns Hopkins School of Medicine postdoctoral fellows and their mentors for outstanding contributions to science(...)
Recap of the 2017 Research Retreat
Posted by | Congratulations, ResearchThank you to all who participated in this year's Research Retreat. It was another successful year showcasing the science and discovery sought after by our talented faculty and staff. Keep an eye out for the Research Retreat evaluation form to help us make your experience even better. Congratulations to this year's award winners! David M. Levine(...)
Inspire Baltimore’s Aspiring Health Care Professionals This Summer with MERIT
Posted by | AdministrationTalented high school students across Baltimore dream of becoming health care professionals. You can help make their dreams a reality. Volunteer this summer with MERIT, a non-profit education program that partners with Johns Hopkins to transform under-represented students into health care leaders. Clinicians: Allow a MERIT Scholar to shadow you for three hour blocks(...)
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