Connect

Monday, March 21, marks the two-year anniversary of admitting the first COVID-19 patient for care at UVA Health. In observance of this milestone, all team members are invited to attend a special event that will offer an opportunity to reflect and pay tribute to the extraordinary dedication and the many contributions and sacrifices of our team members. Details:

• Monday, March 21 | 9:30-10:15 a.m.
• University Hospital Lobby (maximum attendance 434) or Livestream

Share Your Video Stories

Create your own Reflections and Hope video to share with our teams on Connect. For tips or to submit your video, email scb3u@hscmail.mcc.virginia.edu. The deadline to submit your video is Thursday, March 31.

Video guidelines:

• Recommended length is less than 2 minutes
• Submit a signed consent form along with your video
• Videos must not contain Protected Health Information (PHI)
• Videos will be reviewed for policy compliance
• UVA Strategic Marketing and Communications has final approval/release authority for the sharing of any video submitted.

Tips:

1. Always shoot horizontally.
2. Set smartphone video to 4K (or highest definition) at 30 fps.
3. Have the strongest light source to be in front of your face.
4. Stay away from bright windows or light sources behind your back.
5. Use a wide frame (so editor has option of cropping in, if necessary).
6. Find a quiet place to record – with little to no beeps, hums, and murmurs of background noise. Do a quick test to make sure audio is working.
7. If possible, have a way to prop camera so you’re not holding it. Use a sturdy, even surface. Flip frame so you can see yourself. Again, light source in front of face. And check for minimal, non-distracting background.
8. Check for patient information in exam rooms, hallways, etc. including charts on wall, folders on carts or tabletops. Photos, x-rays, computer screens, etc.