‘Medicine Is My Passion’: SMLP Inspires Undergrads From Underrepresented Backgrounds to Achieve Dreams

UVA School of Medicine’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion hosted 40 pre-med undergraduates from across the country at its six-week Summer Medical Leadership Program (SMLP). “A common thread that links them are the significant challenges they’ve overcome to get to where they are,” says Taison D. Bell, MD, MBA, UVA associate professor of medicine who leads the program along with Ashley Woodard, MS, of SOM’s Office of DEI. He adds that the main goal is “to show our students they are capable of achieving their dream of becoming physician leaders.”

Read more on Medicine in Motion.

Operations

Today | All MyChart Users Will Transition to Paperless Billing Statements

Begins Monday, July 31 | All current MyChart users will be switched to paperless billing statements effective today, July 31, and any patient who signs up for MyChart after this date will automatically be opted-in to paperless statements. All MyChart users will receive alerts — including emails and texts — to notify them of a new statement.

Patients may have additional questions about the paperless billing change — if they need further assistance regarding their statements or an outstanding balance, please refer them to Patient Friendly Billing at 434.297.5416. Please review the following resources for more information:

• MyChart paperless billing information and FAQ
• Locating statements on MyChart tip sheet – Instructions to assist patients in finding their statement in MyChart.

This Week | Get Your Transportation Questions Answered

Monday, July 31, to Friday, Aug. 4 | 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. | University Hospital Lobby |Representatives from University Transit Service and the University’s Alternative Transportation team will be tabling each day. Drop by to ask questions about transit (e.g., Redline/Blueline), learn about opportunities for biking, carpooling, vanpooling, or taking advantage of Jaunt’s Connect services along with the Afton Express.

Happenings

Sharing Our Strength: Prostate Cancer Support Group

Tuesday, Aug. 1 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Virtual | UVA Health Cancer Care is offering a virtual prostate cancer support group — which meets the first Tuesday of every month —  led by UVA Health oncology social workers, to create a safe environment in which patients support one another. To register, contact Wanda Shreve and provide your email address to receive the event link.

Donate Blood and Enter to Win a Shark Week-Themed Trip to NYC

Monday, Aug. 7 | 1-6 p.m. | Quayle Learning Center | Battle Building, first floor | Support the American Red Cross — UVA Health’s primary supplier of blood products — in alleviating the severe blood shortage by volunteering to donate blood. Swag alert: Donate blood, platelets, or plasma through Aug. 12 to be automatically entered for a chance to win a three-night New York City getaway for two celebrating the 35th anniversary of Shark Week. Details. Sign up by emailing giveblood@virginia.edu or visiting redcrossblood.org.

FEAP: Grow Fulfillment and Well-Being Through Career Development

Wednesday, Aug. 9 | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | Zoom | Register | Join advisors from UVA’s new Career Navigation Center for a reward-eligible webinar to discover how aligning your work with your interests, values, strengths, and needs can enhance your overall well-being. No matter where you are in your career path, you will gain essential skills to manage your career, hear expert tips, and leave with a personalized career action plan.

Open for Applications: Nursing Degree Scholarships

Deadline: Monday, Aug. 14 | 23:59 p.m. | These scholarships support colleagues who want to become nurses and those nurses who are working toward higher nursing degrees. Eligible applicants are UVA Health University Medical Center team members enrolled in ADN degree programs, BSN degree programs and prerequisites, and higher nursing degree programs. Awards will be announced in September. Learn more.

Appreciation

World Lung Cancer Day Is Aug. 1: Get Screened!

Did you know that according to the American Cancer Society (ACS), lung cancer is the second most diagnosed cancer — but the most common cause of cancer death? And that cigarette smoking accounts for about 80 percent of lung cancer cases and deaths? Other exposures include secondhand smoke, radon, asbestos, and air pollution. The American Lung Association (ALA) reports 541,000 Americans living today have been diagnosed with lung cancer at some point in their lives and in 2023, only eight percent of the high-risk population in Virginia has been screened.

“At UVA Health, we’re trying to increase awareness and get more people into screening,” says Aimee Strong (pictured with radiologist Mike Hanley, MD, at a 2022 event). She’s been working on the UVA Health Lung Cancer Screening Program since 2017. “Lung cancer diagnosed at an early stage provides a significantly higher survival rate. Most of the patients I see in my clinic were in their teens when they started smoking — it was a different time.” Watch this video as Aimee explains what happens during a screening.

Aimee also reminds us that UVA Health and the community offer great cessation support services. But even if a smoker isn’t ready to quit, they should still get a screening, which is easy and covered 100% by Medicare and most private health insurance.

More good news: ACS reports recent advancements in treatment are leading to longer survival for lung cancer patients. Read on the Healthy Balance blog about how screening saved a life.  

On World Lung Cancer Day tomorrow, and year-round, we thank UVA Health team members for their dedication to increasing lung cancer awareness — and to saving lives!

Previous Updates

Friday, July 28

Agriculture Deputy Secretary Visits UVA Health to Announce Investments to Expand Rural Healthcare Access

Agriculture Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small (center, with Dr. Craig Kent and Dr. Karen Rheuban) recently came to Charlottesville to announce investments in Virginia and in rural and Tribal communities across the country to expand critical services and build stronger, more sustainable healthcare systems for the nation’s small towns and communities.

During her visit, Deputy Secretary Torres Small took the opportunity to learn more about UVA Health’s Karen S. Rheuban Center for Telehealth and the progress the team has made to ensure health equity for all Virginians and beyond with the help of U.S. Department of Agriculture funding.

Read more in the UVA Health and USDA’s newsrooms.

Operations

All MyChart Users Will Transition to Paperless Billing Statements

Begins Monday, July 31 | All current MyChart users will be switched to paperless billing statements effective July 31, and any patient who signs up for MyChart after this date will automatically be opted-in to paperless statements. All MyChart users will receive alerts — including emails and texts — to notify them of a new statement.

Patients may have additional questions about the paperless billing change — if they need further assistance regarding their statements or an outstanding balance, please refer them to Patient Friendly Billing at 434.297.5416. Please review the following resources for more information:

• MyChart paperless billing information and FAQ
• Locating statements on MyChart tip sheet – Instructions to assist patients in finding their statement in MyChart.

Emergency Management: Active Attacker Functional Exercise

Wednesday, Sept. 6 | Northridge Medical Park Building | 2965 Ivy Rd. | Emergency Management is inviting team members to sign up for an active attacker exercise. The goal of this event is to validate emergency plans and procedures, provide team members with an opportunity to practice their training, and respond to a simulated active attacker situation in a clinical space (which will include integrating law enforcement’s response). Choose from three, two-hour sessions. Limited to 30 participants per session. Questions? Contact Shane Anderson, Director of Emergency Management. All employees, regardless of participation on Sept. 6, are encouraged to take the Department of Safety and Security De-Escalation and Active Attacker Response training.

Happenings

Apply Now | UVA Medical Center Administrative Fellowships

Application Deadline: Monday, July 31 | Learn more about UVA Health’s 2024-26 exciting fellowship program by checking out this flyer. The program is a two-year commitment. Learn more and apply. Questions? Contact Rena Cohen-Kurzrock Khaing Phoo, and Hannah Hawthorne at AdminFellow@virginia.edu.

Complimentary | Opioid Use Disorders Course for Staff and Virginia Providers

Available July 31 through Dec. 31 | Bookmark to participate | The new Medication Access and Training Expansion (MATE) law requires Drug Enforcement Agency-registered (DEA) practitioners who are renewing their license, or any first-time registrants, to complete eight hours of training on the treatment and management of patients with opioid or other substance use disorders.

UVA is pleased to provide an eight-hour training course that meets these requirements to staff and Virginia-based providers at no cost. “Substance Misuse and Opioid Use Disorders — A National Problem: An Interprofessional Solution” will be available beginning July 31 on UVA Continuing Medical Education website. Participants may complete some or all of the eight modules, based on their interests and needs. Credit will be awarded based on participation, with one content hour per module.

This course is designed for physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, psychologists, social workers, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals who care for patients with substance abuse disorders. Questions? Contact uvacme@virginia.edu. Learn more.

Sharing Our Strength: Prostate Cancer Support Group

Tuesday, Aug. 1 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Virtual | UVA Health Cancer Care is offering a virtual prostate cancer support group — which meets the first Tuesday of every month —  led by UVA Health oncology social workers, to create a safe environment in which patients support one another. To register, contact Wanda Shreve and provide your email address to receive the event link.

Open for Applications: Nursing Degree Scholarships

Deadline: Monday, Aug. 14 | 23:59 p.m. | These scholarships support colleagues who want to become nurses and those nurses who are working toward higher nursing degrees. Eligible applicants are UVA Health University Medical Center team members enrolled in ADN degree programs, BSN degree programs and prerequisites, and higher nursing degree programs. Awards will be announced in September. Learn more.

Appreciation

'A Good Vibe' | Kudos for Our UVA Health Colleagues

To provide the best possible service and care for our community, UVA Health regularly surveys our patients on their recent healthcare experience. Below is a small selection of recent feedback praising our outstanding team members:

• “The nurses were very skilled, warm, and friendly. They ensured my comfort throughout my stay. They made a big difference in my experience.”
• “Everyone was willing to answer questions and explain things in a manner that we all understood. The doctors and nurses explained every aspect of my treatment so well that it reduced my anxiety level and that of my family. I felt like I was in the best possible hands. Thank you to all the staff that directly and indirectly had anything to do with my visit.”
• “I like the way this clinic, staff, and professional group operates. From what I have seen during my last four trips here, the staff has a unity and a kindness and a good vibe that helps them to work together to care for the patients and for each other.”
• “Dr. Ring is the holy grail of physicians! She is caring, knowledgeable, attentive, and a home run all the way around! I am so grateful and must be living right if the Lord gave me her as my physician!”

Thanks to all our team members for providing outstanding, compassionate, and safe care.

Wednesday, July 26

Announcing the UVA Health Leadership Institute; Applications Open for First Class

The new UVA Health Leadership Institute’s mission is to provide leadership development opportunities for team members at different phases of their careers, from across all health system entities, with in-person and online learning options. Augmenting and complementing other UVA Health leadership programs, the institute’s creation was spurred by team member input during the strategic planning process and reinforced by feedback from the 2022 Employee Engagement Survey.

The first class of the UVA Health Leadership Institute will begin this November and meet monthly through June 2024. The institute is seeking applications for participants who meet the following criteria:

• Early- or mid-career, approximately 5-10 years of cumulative work experience in healthcare (at UVA Health and/or elsewhere).
• Demonstrate exceptional leadership potential.
• Currently employed by any UVA Health entity and invested in their future at UVA Health.

Additional details are available on Connect. Applications should be submitted online by the end of day Monday, Aug. 28. Please contact CLLeadershipInstitute@hscmail.mcc.virginia.edu with questions.

Operations

Operating Room Admitting Lobby Moves

On Monday, July 24, the operating room (OR) admitting lobby — registration for direct admissions — moved to the second floor and is now located in the OR and procedure check-in area. It can be found across from the link to the parking garage. Financial counselors now occupy the first-floor lobby office that is located with the Preanesthesia Evaluation and Testing Center (PETC).

This move will be easier for our patients, as they now have one location for inpatient and OR procedures. It is also helpful for patients to meet with financial counselors face-to-face to discuss financial assistance, estimates, and billing options.

Get Your Transportation Questions Answered

Monday, July 31, to Friday, Aug. 4 | 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. | University Hospital Lobby | Representatives from University Transit Service and the University’s Alternative Transportation team will be tabling each day. Drop by to ask questions about transit (e.g., Redline/Blueline), learn about opportunities for biking, carpooling, vanpooling, or taking advantage of Jaunt’s Connect services along with the Afton Express.

Leadership

Medical Center CEO Blog | Unveiling Childcare Expansion and Renovations for Our UVA Families

In her new Vision and Voice post, Wendy Horton discusses the completed renovations to expand capacity at the Malcolm Cole Child Care Center. Read more.

Happenings

Farmers Market

Thursdays through Sept. 28 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | 11th Street Garage | Food trucks and farmers with fresh vegetables will be on-site.

FEAP: BIPOC Mental Health Month

July is BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) Mental Health Month, and was originally known as Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. The Faculty and Employee Assistance Program (FEAP) invites you to explore educational and supportive resources.

FEAP: Recovering From Racial Trauma

Thursday, July 27 | 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Register | Join the last session before a summer break. In this FEAP emotional-wellness space, you can process experience with racial trauma, understand how racial trauma can affect mental and emotional well-being, and learn how to interrupt the trauma response by drawing upon culturally grounded healing strategies.

Physicians and APPs: Get a New Provider Directory Headshot

McKim Hall, Ground Floor, Room G045 | Physicians and advanced practice providers: get a new or updated headshot taken in 10 minutes or less on dates listed below. No appointment needed. Bring a white coat if you have one; if not, one will be provided.

• Tuesday, Aug. 1 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Friday, Aug. 11 | noon-3 p.m.
• Thursday, Aug. 17 | 1:30-4:30 p.m.
• Friday, Aug. 25 | 8:30-11:30 a.m.
• Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 9 a.m.-noon

Donate Blood and Enter to Win a Shark Week-Themed Trip to NYC

Monday, Aug. 7 | 1-6 p.m. | Quayle Learning Center | Battle Building, first floor | Support the American Red Cross — UVA Health’s primary supplier of blood products — in alleviating the severe blood shortage by volunteering to donate blood. Swag alert: Donate blood, platelets, or plasma through Aug. 12 to be automatically entered for a chance to win a three-night New York City getaway for two celebrating the 35th anniversary of Shark Week. Details. Sign up by emailing giveblood@virginia.edu or visiting redcrossblood.org.

Apply Now: Mini-Medical School

Deadline: Aug. 15 | Learn how doctors think, try your hand at diagnostic reasoning, visit a medical research lab, listen to a patient discuss chronic conditions, make difficult health policy decisions, and more. Classes will be held in the Claude Moore Medical Education Building, Wednesdays, 6:30-9 p.m., Sept. 6 to Oct. 18. Learn more and apply.

Appreciation

‘They’re Like Family’

Chesapeake, Virginia, mother of five Kelly Curvin credits UVA Health team members and a living donor with saving her baby’s life. A Norfolk hospital diagnosed Josie with liver failure then transferred her to UVA Health, where she was diagnosed with bile duct disease. At UVA Health’s Charles O. Strickler Transplant Center, Josie became one of 20,000 people waiting for a liver transplant in the United States.

Josie’s emotional journey to finding a living donor, who make up only 10% of pediatric liver transplants across the country, is featured in a new UVA Health video, along with the outcome of her 10-hour transplant surgery and her family’s gratitude for the living donor and the UVA Health team.

“Donors are, of course, the heroes of the transplant … but living donors are giving of themselves in the most ultimate way,” says Anita Sites, nurse practitioner.

“They started out as, you know, doctors and nurses, but we’ve spent a lot of time together, so they’re like family,” says Kelly.

Watch the powerful video, which also features Frank DiPaolo, MD, pediatric hepatologist; Nicholas Goldaracena, MD, liver transplant surgeon; and Christina Miller, living donor.

Monday, July 24

Reserve Your Seat for Breakfast With Bennett

A new monthly breakfast series will give Ambulatory team members direct access to UVA Health Chief Ambulatory Operations Officer John Bennett to share ideas and experiences and to get updates from the chief about the latest Ambulatory happenings. These small, informal gatherings also provide the opportunity to network with colleagues from across the Ambulatory division. Seats are limited and registration is required for this free event. New dates just added:

• Tuesday, Aug. 8 | 7-8 a.m. | McKim 3001 | Register — 3 seats left!
• Tuesday, Sept. 12 | 7-8 a.m. | Orthopedic Center Ivy Road | Register
• Tuesday, Oct. 10 | 7-8 a.m. | Zion Crossroads Medical Park | Register

Operations

Get Your Transportation Questions Answered

Monday, July 31, to Friday, Aug. 4 | 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. | University Hospital Lobby | Representatives from University Transit Service and the University’s Alternative Transportation team will be tabling each day. Drop by to ask questions about transit (e.g., Redline/Blueline), learn about opportunities for biking, carpooling, vanpooling, or taking advantage of Jaunt’s Connect services along with the Afton Express.

Happenings

Physicians and APPs: Get a New Provider Directory Headshot

Tuesday, July 25 | 7-10 a.m. | McKim Hall, Ground Floor, Room G045 | Physicians and advanced practice providers: get a new or updated headshot taken in 10 minutes or less. No appointment needed. Bring a white coat if you have one; if not, one will be provided.

Beyond Speaking and Listening: Transforming Our Habits of Communication

Wednesday, July 26 | noon-1 p.m. | Register | Join Faculty and Employee Assistance Program (FEAP) and Hoos Well in a reward-eligible webinar to explore your patterns of relating to others, learn foundations of skillful communication, and retrain your practice of communication.

FEAP: Recovering From Racial Trauma

Thursday, July 27 | 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Register | Join the last session before a summer break. In this FEAP emotional-wellness space, you can process experience with racial trauma, understand how racial trauma can affect mental and emotional well-being, and learn how to interrupt the trauma response by drawing upon culturally grounded healing strategies.

FEAP: Grow Fulfillment and Well-Being Through Career Development

Wednesday, Aug. 9 | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | Zoom | Register | Join advisors from UVA’s new Career Navigation Center for a reward-eligible webinar to discover how aligning your work with your interests, values, strengths, and needs can enhance your overall well-being. No matter where you are in your career path, you will gain essential skills to manage your career, hear expert tips, and leave with a personalized career action plan.

Open for Applications: Nursing Degree Scholarships

Deadline: Monday, Aug. 14 | 23:59 p.m. | These scholarships support colleagues who want to become nurses and those nurses who are working toward higher nursing degrees. Eligible applicants are UVA Health University Medical Center team members enrolled in ADN degree programs, BSN degree programs and prerequisites, and higher nursing degree programs. Awards will be announced in September. Learn more.

Appreciation

‘They Make Me Feel Valued’

The U.S. Department of Defense has presented the Patriot Award to Kris Blackstone, nurse manager, and Jessica McVey, assistant nurse manager. The honor recognizes employers for supporting “citizen warriors” through flexible schedules, time off pre- and post-deployment, family care, leaves of absence, etc.

Ashley Smith — Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) travel nurse and Army National Guard Company Commander, 335th Medical Detachment, Fort Story, Virginia — says it was an easy decision to nominate Kris and Jessica. “From the beginning of my contract, the MICU team has been outstanding and very understanding of my military schedule. They make me feel valued.”

“As a community and as Americans, we want to be able to support the needs of our military friends in their service,” explains Kris, whose father was in the U.S. Navy. “It’s not me out there — it’s them. Whatever we can do to help them, the better.”

Congratulations to Kris and Jessica on receiving the award, and thank you to Ashley for her service! Read more on Connect.

Friday, July 21

Evolving Drug Shortage Alert: Pfizer Sterile Products

A tornado recently damaged Pfizer's sterile product production facility in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, which supplies 25% of the United States’ sterile products, including anesthetics, analgesics, therapeutics, anti-infectives, and neuromuscular blockers. Pfizer has not released specific information on the scale of the damage or the medications involved; however, supply interruptions for several medications are expected in the coming weeks and months.

UVA Health is working with partners at Premier, Cardinal, and other national organizations to assess the potential impact, and will provide updates as information becomes available. Communication regarding specific mitigation measures will be distributed via the UVA Drug Shortage Communication pathway. Please review the Drug Shortages website for the most up-to-date information.

Operations

Annual Garage Maintenance Will Impact Team Member Parking

8 p.m. Friday, July 21, to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 23 | South Garage on Crispell Drive will be closed. Team members must park in the 11th Street Garage.

Construction Alert | Rothery Road Entrance and Emmet/Ivy Garage Closed

6 a.m. Saturday, July 22, to 6 a.m. Sunday, July 23 | Construction work and a crane lift will close the Rothery Road entrance and parking garage. Questions? Contact Megan Buschi, Project Coordinator, Capital Construction & Renovations Facilities Management.

All MyChart Users Will Transition to Paperless Billing Statements

Begins Monday, July 31 | All current MyChart users will be switched to paperless billing statements effective July 31, and any patient who signs up for MyChart after this date will automatically be opted-in to paperless statements. All MyChart users will receive alerts — including emails and texts — to notify them of a new statement.

Patients may have additional questions about the paperless billing change — if they need further assistance regarding their statements or an outstanding balance, please refer them to Patient Friendly Billing at 434.297.5416. Please review the following resources for more information:

• MyChart paperless billing information and FAQ
• Locating statements on MyChart tip sheet – Instructions to assist patients in finding their statement in MyChart.

Get Your Transportation Questions Answered

Monday, July 31, to Friday, Aug. 4 | 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. | University Hospital Lobby | Representatives from University Transit Service and the University’s Alternative Transportation team will be tabling each day. Drop by to ask questions about transit (e.g., Redline/Blueline), learn about opportunities for biking, carpooling, vanpooling, or taking advantage of Jaunt’s Connect services along with the Afton Express.

Emergency Management: Active Attacker Functional Exercise

Wednesday, Sept. 6 | Northridge Medical Park Building | 2965 Ivy Rd. | Emergency Management is inviting team members to sign up for an active-attacker exercise. The goal of this event is to validate emergency plans and procedures, provide team members with an opportunity to practice their training, and respond to a simulated active attacker situation in a clinical space (which will include integrating law-enforcement’s response). Choose from three, two-hour sessions. Limited to 30 participants per session. Questions? Contact Shane Anderson, Director of Emergency Management. All employees, regardless of participation on Sept. 6, are encouraged to take the Department of Safety and Security De-Escalation and Active Attacker Response training.

Leadership

Medical Center CEO Blog | Champions of Change: Excellence Driven on the Path to Success

In her new Vision and Voice post, Wendy Horton discusses how the results of the Excellence Driven Initiative pilot showed promising results. Learn more about the launch of the program and how you can help champion change in the ED. Read more.

Happenings

Due Today | Nominate: Advanced Practice Provider Recognition Awards

Deadline: Friday, July 21 | UVA Health has nearly 600 advanced practice providers (APPs) such as nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified nurse midwives, audiologists, clinical nurse specialists, certified registered nurse anesthetists, and genetic counselors. Consider nominating an APP colleague for:

• Excellence in Scholarship Award
• Exceptional Advanced Practice Provider Award
• Excellence in Leadership Award
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award
• Outstanding Educator Award
• Interprofessional Collaboration Award

Ceremony set for Friday, Sept. 29, in Pinn Hall.

UVA Family Movie Night: DC League of Super-Pets

Saturday, July 22 | Fontaine Research Park | 6-9 p.m. |Popcorn, kettle corn, and food trucks will be available. Additional family movie nights will be held on Saturday, Aug. 19, and Saturday, Sept. 23. Titles of films for these dates will be announced soon — keep an eye on this space for updates.

Be a Hero: Donate Blood

Monday, July 24 | 1-6 p.m. | Quayle Learning Center | Battle Building, first floor | Support the American Red Cross — UVA Health’s primary supplier of blood products — in alleviating the severe blood shortage by volunteering to donate blood. Sign up by emailing giveblood@virginia.edu or visiting redcrossblood.org.

Open for Applications: Nursing Degree Scholarships

Deadline: Monday, Aug. 14 | 23:59 p.m. | These scholarships support colleagues who want to become nurses and those nurses who are working toward higher nursing degrees. Eligible applicants are UVA Health University Medical Center team members enrolled in ADN degree programs, BSN degree programs and prerequisites, and higher nursing degree programs. Awards will be announced in September. Learn more.

Appreciation

“Nicest, Most Caring, Considerate People I've Ever Met” | Kudos for Our UVA Health Colleagues

To provide the best possible service and care for our community, UVA Health regularly surveys our patients on their recent healthcare experience. Below is a small selection of recent feedback praising our outstanding team members:

• “Please give my sincere thanks to my anesthesiologist. He listened to the fact that anesthesia causes me significant migraines post procedure, said he could care for that, and he did! I am so grateful. Having surgery is stressful enough; having a migraine when you wake up is even more exhausting. I appreciate his attention to detail very much. Thank you!”
• “I was very nervous as my son is non-verbal and had no idea how this would work. The tech, tech aide, and nurse were all very calm and reassuring and made sure [my son] was comfortable. I'm so grateful for the team at UVA Imaging. Thank you.”
• “The people working at UVA Medical Center are the nicest, most caring, considerate people I've ever met. From the surgeon and his team, the pain team doctors, nurses, CNAs [certified nursing assistants], people who served me food and cleaned my room, I was made to feel like I was the only person in the world that they had to look out for and I was made to feel very special.”
• “Let me tell you, I just fell in love with Dr. Yates! This is a man who is extremely well-qualified for his position! Not only is he a people person, he is also a top-tier specialist. He explained to me exactly what he was going to be doing regarding the injection in my eye. He explained to me the downsides ... [and] the benefits of this procedure. In no way did he influence me one way or the other ... it was totally my decision. His bedside manner was wonderful! This man is an asset to this eye clinic and to UVA Health!”
• “I love UVA Health and all of the staff who work there. I have been an oncology patient since 2018. Everyone from housekeeping to all of the specialists that I have seen have been awesome. I love, love, love, love UVA. Go Hoos!”

Thanks to all our team members for providing outstanding, compassionate, and safe care.

Wednesday, July 19

UVA Health Recognized Nationally on ‘100 Great Heart Programs’ List by Becker’s Hospital Review

Becker’s has named UVA Health’s Heart & Vascular Center to its 2023 list of 100 hospitals and health systems with great heart programs.

In its introduction to this year’s list, the national publication says the honored institutions “are renowned for their exemplary heart care, patient outcomes, and leading technologies.” Institutions that conduct research, such as UVA Health, also contribute to “innovative breakthroughs in the field of cardiology,” Becker’s notes.

Becker’s describes UVA Health’s Heart & Vascular Center as a renowned facility “that provides expert and comprehensive care for patients with cardiovascular disease.” Read the full story on Connect.

Operations

Annual Garage Maintenance Will Impact Team Member Parking

8 p.m. Friday, July 21, to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 23 | South Garage on Crispell Drive will be closed. Team members must park in the 11th Street Garage.

Construction Alert | Rothery Road Entrance and Emmet/Ivy Garage Closed

6 a.m. Saturday, July 22, to 6 a.m. Sunday, July 23 | Construction work and a crane lift will close the Rothery Road entrance and parking garage. Questions? Contact Megan Buschi, Project Coordinator, Capital Construction & Renovations Facilities Management.

Happenings

Being Quiet: The Art of Tom Tartaglino

Through Wednesday, Sept. 6 | UVA Health University Hospital Lobby | Stop by to see this impressive artwork.

Farmers Market

Thursdays through Sept. 28 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | 11th Street Garage | Food trucks and farmers with fresh vegetables will be on-site.

Ambulatory Hiring Event With On-Site Interviews, Food Trucks, and More

Thursday, July 20 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Orthopedic Center Ivy Road (OCIR) | Ambulatory Operations and Human Resources will host a hiring event at OCIR to recruit for nursing, access, and all clinic support roles. Representatives from various departments and the Earn While You Learn Program will be on hand to meet candidates and conduct on-site interviews. Attendees will enjoy food trucks, UVA giveaways, and the chance to meet and mingle with future teammates. This event is open to team members and the general public. Please spread the word to all potential candidates.

Nominate: 2023 Health Unit Coordinator Awards

Deadline: Thursday, July 20 | 11:59 p.m. | The 2023 NPGO Health Unit Coordinator Award nomination cycle is open. This award recognizes the important role our health unit coordinators play in showing kindness and empathy to our patients, their families, and each other. Please consider nominating one or more of your well-deserving peers for this honor. Nominations should be at least 300 words and must include examples. Submit a nomination.

Nominate: Advanced Practice Provider Recognition Awards

Deadline: Friday, July 21 | UVA Health has nearly 600 advanced practice providers (APPs) such as nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified nurse midwives, audiologists, clinical nurse specialists, certified registered nurse anesthetists, and genetic counselors. Consider nominating an APP colleague for:

• Excellence in Scholarship Award
• Exceptional Advanced Practice Provider Award
• Excellence in Leadership Award
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award
• Outstanding Educator Award
• Interprofessional Collaboration Award

Ceremony set for Friday, Sept. 29, in Pinn Hall.

UVA Family Movie Night: DC League of Super-Pets

Saturday, July 22 | Fontaine Research Park | 6-9 p.m. | Popcorn, kettle corn, and food trucks will be available. Additional family movie nights will be held on Saturday, Aug. 19, and Saturday, Sept. 23. Titles of films for these dates will be announced soon — keep an eye on this space for updates.

Be a Hero: Donate Blood

Monday, July 24 | 1-6 p.m. | Quayle Learning Center | Battle Building, first floor | Support the American Red Cross — UVA Health’s primary supplier of blood products — in alleviating the severe blood shortage by volunteering to donate blood. Sign up by emailing giveblood@virginia.edu or visiting redcrossblood.org.

Beyond Speaking and Listening: Transforming Our Habits of Communication

Wednesday, July 26 | noon-1 p.m. | Join FEAP and Hoos Well in a reward-eligible webinar to explore your patterns of relating to others, learn foundations of skillful communication, and retrain your practice of communication. Register.

Continuing Medical Education: Free Training in LGBTQ+ Patient Centered Care

Deadline: Friday, Sept. 1 | Because UVA Health participates in the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Healthcare Equality Index, our team members have access to more than 200 free, on-demand, CME-accredited, LGBTQ+ training options. These include live and recorded, interactive eLearning courses and webinars from the National LGBTQIA+ Health Education Center and the Center for Affiliated Learning (CAL):

• National LGBTQIA+ Health Education Center courses | Register (Facility ID: 55856)
• The CAL courses | Register (Facility ID: 55856 and security keyword: HRC)

Use our facility ID! For more information, contact Tonya Fredericks or Bizz Glover.

Mindfulness Classes

• Mindfulness Based Habit Change | Tuesdays, Sept. 19-Oct. 24 I 7-8:30 p.m. | Register
• Mindful Eating Class | Mondays, Sept. 18-Nov. 6 | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Zoom | Register
• Free Mindfulness for UVA Healthcare Employees Class | Wednesdays, Sept. 20-Nov. 8 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Retreat: Saturday, Oct. 28 | Fontaine Research Park | Register
• Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction | Mondays, Oct. 30-Dec. 18 I 4-6:30 p.m. | Retreat: Saturday, Dec. 2 | Zoom | Register

Appreciation

UVA Study Will Help New Moms in Bangladesh Recover From Anemia

The process of childbirth drains the blood of iron, adding to postpartum fatigue, which can lead to life-threatening anemia in up to 25% of new mothers. UVA Health’s Dr. William Petri recently returned from Saidpur, Bangladesh, where he and two doctoral candidates spent a week setting the stage for a hospital trial to combat postpartum anemia. The new medical protocols at the country’s LAMB Hospital start this week.

Anemia can lead to increased infections, irregular heartbeat, trouble breathing, and other potentially life-threatening problems. The researchers want to see how much they can improve health and wellness measures through the administration of intravenous iron treatment.

Thank you to Dr. Petri and his team for this outstanding work. Read the full story on Connect.

Monday, July 17

Spread the Word: Ambulatory Hiring Event With On-Site Interviews, Food Trucks, and More

Thursday, July 20 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Orthopedic Center Ivy Road (OCIR) | Ambulatory Operations and Human Resources will host a hiring event at OCIR to recruit for nursing, access, and all clinic support roles.

Representatives from various departments and the Earn While You Learn Program will be on hand to meet candidates and conduct on-site interviews. Attendees will enjoy food trucks, UVA giveaways, and the chance to meet and mingle with future teammates. This event is open to team members and the general public. Please spread the word to all potential candidates.

Operations

Annual Garage Maintenance Will Impact Team Member Parking

8 p.m. Friday, July 21, to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 23 │ South Garage on Crispell Drive will be closed. Team members must park in the 11th Street Garage.

Happenings

ROSE Program: Drop Off or Pick Up Reusable Office Supplies

Tuesday, July 18 | 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | Medical Center Dining Conference Rooms 1 and 2 | Reusable Office Supply Exchange (ROSE) Program is a free service that collects new or gently used office supplies. Drop off office supplies or take what you need monthly, including items such as envelopes, staplers, and desk lamps. Learn more.

Physicians and APPs: Get a New Provider Directory Headshot

McKim Hall, Ground Floor, Room G045 | Physicians and advanced practice providers: get a new or updated headshot taken in 10 minutes or less on dates listed below. No appointment needed. Bring a white coat if you have one; if not, one will be provided.

• Wednesday, July 19 | 1-4 p.m.
• Tuesday, July 25 | 7-10 a.m.

Women’s Health Brunch

Saturday, July 22 | 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Mt. Zion First African Baptist Church | Registration required | Chihamba: A Time for Healing features health screenings and information, acupuncture, massages, gifts, food, giveaways, and fellowship. Presenters: JoAnn Pinkerton, MD, Division Director of Midlife Health, UVA Health; Tiffani Dennis, MD, Sentara; and Kimberly Sanders, MD, Reimagine Mental Health. Sponsors include UVA Health Office of Diversity and Community Engagement and UVA Health OB/GYN.

Be a Hero: Donate Blood

Monday, July 24 | 1-6 p.m. | Quayle Learning Center | Battle Building, first floor | Support the American Red Cross — UVA Health’s primary supplier of blood products — in alleviating the severe blood shortage by volunteering to donate blood. Sign up by emailing giveblood@virginia.edu or visiting redcrossblood.org.

Appreciation

Meet #TeamTuesday Colleagues Featured on UVA Health’s Facebook Page

As part of an ongoing series, UVA Health's Facebook page features a team member every Tuesday under the #TeamTuesday hashtag. Here are your colleagues featured in June 2023 on Connect:

• Matt Staples, pharmacist (also a recent Bee Award winner)
• Justin Skeen, patient service coordinator
• Renee Hammond, health educator
• Tunisa Douglas, surgery coordinator

Thanks to these and all UVA Health team members for their dedication and commitment to our mission.

Friday, July 14

UVA Health University Medical Center Named to Becker’s Hospital Review List

National healthcare publication Becker’s Hospital Review has named UVA Health University Medical Center to its 2023 list of “Great Hospitals in America.”

Becker’s says UVA Health University Medical Center “has earned a reputation for superior care, research and education” — noting nine specialties at UVA Health Children’s are ranked this month among the top 50 nationally by U.S. News & World Report. Becker's also highlights that UVA Cancer Center is among an elite group of institutions designated as comprehensive cancer centers by the National Cancer Institute for innovative research, latest clinical trials, and highest quality patient care. Read the full release on Connect.

Ambulatory

New Name: Monticello Surgery Center Is Now UVA Health Surgical Care Riverside

Currently seeing patients. This complete outpatient surgery care center offers a variety of surgical and pain-management options. This location’s Epic go-live will be Monday, July 17. Learn more.

Operations

Construction Alert | Pinn Hall Entrance and Bus Stop Closed

Saturday, July 15 | 6 a.m.-3 p.m. | Pinn Hall’s entrance and the bus stop directly in front of the building will be closed temporarily to accommodate construction efforts. A temporary bus stop will be located nearby, under the Link. Questions? Contact John Hennis, Project Manager, HSPP Facilities Management.

Emergency Management: Active Attacker Functional Exercise

Wednesday, Sept. 6 | Northridge Medical Park Building 2965 | 2965 Ivy Rd. |Emergency Management is inviting team members to sign up for an active-attacker exercise. The goal of this event is to validate emergency plans and procedures, provide team members with an opportunity to practice their training, and respond to a simulated active attacker situation in a clinical space (which will include integrating law enforcement’s response). Choose from three two-hour sessions. Limited to 30 participants per session. Questions? Contact Shane Anderson, Director of Emergency Management.

Leadership

Medical Center CEO Blog | UVA Health Perks That May Perk Your Interest

In her new Vision and Voice post, Wendy Horton shines a spotlight on a few of the lesser-known team member discounts and programs that you can take advantage of today. Read more.

Human Resources

Spread the Word: Ambulatory Hiring Event With On-Site Interviews, Food Trucks, and More

Thursday, July 20 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Orthopedic Center Ivy Road (OCIR) | Ambulatory Operations and Human Resources will host a hiring event at OCIR to recruit for nursing, access, and all clinic support roles. Representatives from various departments and the Earn While You Learn Program will be on hand to meet candidates and conduct on-site interviews. Attendees will enjoy food trucks, UVA giveaways, and the chance to meet and mingle with future teammates. This event is open to team members and the general public. Please spread the word to all potential candidates.

Save the Date: 2023 Annual Retraining

As part of our commitment to excellence and to meet regulatory requirements, all UVA Health team members hired on or before April 1, 2023 who provide clinical, administrative, or other services within or for the benefit of UVA Health are required to complete mandatory retraining. The launch date for 2023 will be Tuesday, Aug. 1. More details will be communicated soon.

Happenings

ROSE Program: Drop Off or Pick Up Reusable Office Supplies

Tuesday, July 18 | 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | Medical Center Dining Conference Rooms 1 and 2 | Reusable Office Supply Exchange (ROSE) Program is a free service that collects new or gently used office supplies. Drop off office supplies or take what you need monthly, including items such as envelopes, staplers, and desk lamps. Learn more.

Deadline Extended | Nominate: 2023 Health Unit Coordinator Awards

New deadline: Thursday, July 20 | 11:59 p.m. | The 2023 NPGO Health Unit Coordinator Award nomination cycle is open. This award recognizes the important role our health unit coordinators play in showing kindness and empathy to our patients, their families, and each other. Please consider nominating one or more of your well-deserving peers for this honor. Nominations should be at least 300 words and must include examples. Submit a nomination.

Save These Dates: UVA Family Movie Night

Saturdays, July 22, Aug. 19, Sept. 23 | Fontaine Research Park | 6-9 p.m. | Popcorn, kettle corn, and food trucks will be available. Titles of films will be announced soon — keep an eye on this space for updates.

Be a Hero: Donate Blood

Monday, July 24 | 1-6 p.m. | Quayle Learning Center | Battle Building, first floor |Support the American Red Cross — UVA Health’s primary supplier of blood products — in alleviating the severe blood shortage by volunteering to donate blood. Swag Alert: Donate by July 16 to get a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of your choice. Sign up by emailing giveblood@virginia.edu or visiting redcrossblood.org.

Apply Now | UVA Medical Center Administrative Fellowships

Application Deadline: Monday, July 31 | Learn more about UVA Health’s 2024-26 exciting fellowship program by checking out this flyer. The program is a two-year commitment. For more information and to apply, read more on Connect. Questions? Contact Rena Cohen-Kurzrock and Khaing Phoo at AdminFellow@virginia.edu.

Appreciation

“Outstanding Experience” | Kudos for Our UVA Health Colleagues

To provide the best possible service and care for our community, UVA Health regularly surveys our patients on their recent healthcare experience. Below is a small selection of recent feedback praising our team members:

• “I had an outstanding experience from start to finish. The nurses, doctors, and staff were so courteous and really thoughtful. I appreciate that they had me explain my procedure in my own words to make sure I understood it thoroughly. They checked on my physical comfort and emotional well-being multiple times throughout my stay. I also really admire how inclusive your hospital is — asking everyone for their pronouns, promoting safety and open conversation with rainbow pins ... Not only does that communicate respect, but it invites open and honest conversation about any and all points relevant to medical care. Well done!”
• “The nurse assigned to me was Duncan. He is awesome. My husband decided to have his upcoming colonoscopy at UVA because of the great care I received from Duncan.”
• “The hospital staff worked well together. They were all there, ready to go on the 4th of July, no less! I was especially impressed with the professionalism and knowledge of the test equipment operators, both for ultrasound and NMR [nuclear magnetic resonance] imaging. The young physicians and medical students that I got to interact with had the professional maturity I would have expected of someone with much longer experience. I especially would like to commend a young resident, Dr. Marika Rayala. She took charge of my case and did an excellent job helping me understand the big picture of my stroke, its prognosis, and treatment.”
• “I never give 100% very good [on surveys], but UVA Medical deserves every one given and more. Dr. Sheehan and all staff are exceptional and we are seriously considering returning for a six-month exam, although I could have done in San Antonio, Texas.”

Thanks to all our team members for providing outstanding, compassionate, and safe care.

Wednesday, July 12

UVA Health, Riverside Health System Announce New Strategic Alliance

UVA Health and Riverside Health System in Eastern Virginia announced a new partnership that will build on UVA Health’s institutional strengths and expertise to deliver advanced, specialized care to patients throughout the state of Virginia. UVA Health will acquire a minority ownership interest in Riverside Health System — including its hospitals in Newport News, Williamsburg, Gloucester and Onancock.

Working together, our two health systems will now partner and collaborate across multiple areas, including clinical program development, research, and graduate medical education. Our first collaborative clinical service will be a joint cardiothoracic surgery program at Riverside Health System’s flagship hospital in Newport News where a broad range of cardiothoracic surgical services will be offered. As we move forward with our collaboration, UVA Health and Riverside Health System will continue to enhance care coordination between our two institutions across several care areas, including adult and pediatric transplantation and advanced cancer treatments.

For more details, refer to the July 11 leadership email or read the full announcement on Connect.

Ambulatory

New and Improved Video Visits Go Live Tomorrow

Thursday, July 13, is the go-live date for a new and improved video visit platform to launch across all UVA Health Ambulatory entities. Epic’s integrated video client will replace Zoom to deliver an enhanced video visit experience for patients and providers alike. This change is in direct response to the 2023 UVA Health Video Visit Satisfaction Survey and provider feedback that video visits are difficult for patients to navigate.
 
What does this change mean for providers?

• Provider workflows are largely unchanged from the current process.
• Providers can send video visit links directly to patients by text.
• Spend less time troubleshooting technical issues.
• Epic-integrated features will work for all patients, even those without MyChart.
• Healthcare-centric language replaces office-centric language in the virtual waiting room.

The Epic video client will provide a more streamlined and consistent patient experience that is web-based, device-agnostic, and requires fewer clicks. The updated Video Visit Reference Guide is now accessible on the Epic Learning Library (ELL), and singular topic materials will be live on ELL on July 13. Contact Telemedicine@uvahealth.org with questions.

New Name | Monticello Surgery Center Is Now UVA Health Surgical Care Riverside

Currently seeing patients. This complete outpatient surgery care center offers a variety of surgical and pain-management options. This location’s Epic go-live will be Monday, July 17. Learn more.

Operations

Construction Alert | Pinn Hall Entrance and Bus Stop Closed

Saturday, July 15 | 6 a.m.-3 p.m. | Pinn Hall’s entrance and the bus stop directly in front of the building will be temporarily closed to accommodate construction efforts. A temporary bus stop will be located nearby, under the Link. Questions? Contact John Hennis, Project Manager, HSPP Facilities Management.

Annual Garage Maintenance Will Impact Team Member Parking Three Weekends in July

Parking options for team members and patients will be modified during coming weekends as follows:

• 8 p.m. Friday, July 14, to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 16 │ 11th Street Garage closed. Patients will be directed to park in the Lee Street Garage, and team members must park in the South Garage on Crispell Drive.
• 8 p.m. Friday, July 21, to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 23 │ South Garage on Crispell Drive closed. Team members must park in the 11th Street Garage.

Reminder | Parking and Transportation Guidelines  

Parking and Transportation has seen an increase in the number of team members parking in the patient parking areas. Please remember:

• The Lee Street Garage is for patient parking only.
• In the 11th Street Garage, team member parking is on levels D and above with an appropriate parking transponder.
• Team members parking in patient parking areas (in all locations) will receive a $200 fine. Increased enforcement is underway.

UVA School of Nursing Guarantees Alumni Admission Across MSN, DNP Programs

Beginning in summer 2023, for the first time in its 120-year history, the School of Nursing will offer guaranteed admission to its alumni who are interested in attending graduate school and earning an MSN, post-master's specialty certificate, and/or a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. Learn more on Connect.

Human Resources

Spread the Word: Ambulatory Hiring Event With On-Site Interviews, Food Trucks, and More

Thursday, July 20 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Orthopedic Center Ivy Road (OCIR) | Ambulatory Operations and Human Resources will host a hiring event at OCIR to recruit for nursing, access, and all clinic support roles. Representatives from various departments and the Earn While You Learn Program will be on hand to meet candidates and conduct on-site interviews. Attendees will enjoy food trucks, UVA giveaways, and the chance to meet and mingle with future teammates. This event is open to team members and the general public. Please spread the word to all potential candidates.

Happenings

Farmers Market

Thursdays through Sept. 28 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | 11th Street Garage | Food trucks and farmers with fresh vegetables will be on-site.

Informational Webinar: UVA Medical Center Administrative Fellowships

Thursday, July 13 | 9-10 a.m. | Learn more about UVA Health’s 2024-26 fellowship program by registering for a webinar. Apply to the fellowship by Monday, July 31. Questions? Email adminfellow@virginia.edu.

Nominate: 2023 Health Unit Coordinator Awards

Deadline: Thursday, July 13 | 11:59 p.m. | The 2023 NPGO Health Unit Coordinator Award nomination cycle is open. This award recognizes the important role our health unit coordinators play in showing kindness and empathy to our patients, their families, and each other. Please consider nominating one or more of your well-deserving peers for this honor. Nominations should be at least 300 words and must include examples. Submit a nomination.

Opioid Use Disorder Education: UVA Interprofessional Collaboration, Part Two

Friday, July 14 | 8 a.m.-noon | Register for online sessions | Members of the UVA School of Medicine have collaborated to create an interdisciplinary effort — including toxicology, emergency medicine, psychiatry, primary care, and others — to meet the Drug Enforcement Agency’s increase of required hours of opioid education. Relevant for adult and pediatric providers. This series will provide comprehensive opioid use and related substance use disorder education. While it is designed with providers with prescribing privileges in mind, sessions are open to other relevant members of the community and care team. Sessions will be recorded, and registrants will have online access to both parts.

Deadline Extended | Nominate: Advanced Practice Provider Recognition Awards

New deadline: Friday, July 21 | UVA Health has nearly 600 advanced practice providers (APPs) such as nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified nurse midwives, audiologists, clinical nurse specialists, certified registered nurse anesthetists, and genetic counselors. Consider nominating an APP colleague for:

• Excellence in Scholarship Award
• Exceptional Advanced Practice Provider Award
• Excellence in Leadership Award
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award
• Outstanding Educator Award
• Interprofessional Collaboration Award

Ceremony set for Friday, Sept. 29, in Pinn Hall.

Women’s Health Brunch

Saturday, July 22 | 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Mt. Zion First African Baptist Church | Registration required | Chihamba: A Time for Healing features health screenings and information, acupuncture, massages, gifts, food, giveaways, and fellowship. Presenters: JoAnn Pinkerton, MD, Division Director of Midlife Health, UVA Health; Tiffani Dennis, MD, Sentara; and Kimberly Sanders, MD, Reimagine Mental Health. Sponsors include UVA Health Office of Diversity and Community Engagement and UVA Health OB/GYN.

Beyond Speaking and Listening: Transforming Our Habits of Communication

Wednesday, July 26 | noon-1 p.m. | Join FEAP and Hoos Well in a reward-eligible webinar to explore your patterns of relating to others, learn foundations of skillful communication, and retrain your practice of communication. Register.

Appreciation

Set to Launch | Compassionate Care Initiative Cart

Does your unit need an occasional pick-me-up? UVA School of Nursing’s Compassionate Care Initiative (CCI) cart — laden with healthy snacks, hydration, as well as wellness resources, head-clearing activities, and positive energy for clinicians and staff — is set to return this fall, circulating to UVA Health University Medical Center units. Want the CCI cart to come to your unit with a therapy dog or two? Please email CCI staffer Hannah Crosby to coordinate a visit.

Thank you to our CCI colleagues for providing this wonderful service!

Monday, July 10

Be a Hero: Donate Blood in July

Quayle Learning Center | Battle Building, first floor | Support the American Red Cross — UVA Health’s primary supplier of blood products — in alleviating the severe blood shortage by volunteering to donate blood.

Swag Alert: Donate by July 16 to get a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of your choice. Sign up by emailing giveblood@virginia.edu or visiting redcrossblood.org.

• Wednesday, July 12 | 1-6 p.m.
• Monday, July 24 | 1-6 p.m.

Ambulatory

Reminder: New and Improved Video Visits Coming Thursday 

On July 13, a new and improved video visit platform will launch across all UVA Health Ambulatory entities. Epic’s integrated video client will replace Zoom to deliver an enhanced video visit experience for patients and providers alike. This change is in direct response to the 2023 UVA Health Video Visit Satisfaction Survey and provider feedback that video visits are difficult for patients to navigate.

What does this change mean for providers?

• Provider workflows are largely unchanged from the current process.
• Providers can send video visit links directly to patients by text.
• Spend less time troubleshooting technical issues.
• Epic-integrated features will work for all patients, even those without MyChart.
• Healthcare-centric language replaces office-centric language in the virtual waiting room.

The Epic video client will provide a more streamlined and consistent patient experience that is web-based, device-agnostic, and requires fewer clicks. The updated Video Visit Reference Guide is accessible now on the Epic Learning Library (ELL), and singular topic materials will be live on ELL on July 13. Please contact telemedicine@uvahealth.org with questions.

Operations

UVA Health Completes Final Integration to Become One UVA Health

Since 2021, UVA Health has been on a journey to integrate UVA Community Health into the UVA Health system. In June, the final phase of the integration was achieved, with UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center migrating to the UVA Health Epic and other IT systems. The road to integration took hours of dedicated team members’ time and hard work: 265 IT applications were integrated; 4,698 team members were impacted; and 3,958 team members enrolled in training. In total, 30,000 hours of training were completed. Read more on Connect. 

Same-Day Clinic Opening Tomorrow, July 11

UVA Health’s newest Ambulatory clinic is the first of its kind at UVA Health — directly supporting strategic plan initiatives to improve patient access and deliver superior patient care. Slated to open July 11 in the former COVID clinic location at 1222 Jefferson Park Avenue, the Same-Day Clinic represents an innovative approach to increasing patient access while reducing hospital readmissions by providing same-day care to patients with minor acute illness and/or injury.

The clinic initially will support patients referred from the Emergency Department, Continuum Home Health, and Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT) for nurse visits to address  acute care needs (such as infusions, wound care, etc.).

Later this summer, the clinic will expand services to primary care patients seeking same-day appointments and patients referred by the in-home monitoring (IHM) program operated by Population Health.

Monthly Epic Update

Changes go live Tuesday, July 11 | This month’s Epic updates will impact ambulatory and inpatient LIPs, nurses, and therapy services. Details about the latest changes can be found in the Epic Update Bundle. Questions? Contact the Help Desk at 434.924.5334.

Human Resources

Benefits Wednesday: Meet With a Counselor

Wednesday, July 12 | Medical Center Dining Conference Room 3 | 7 a.m.-3 p.m. | A Human Resources team benefits counselor will be on-site at the Medical Center monthly to discuss your benefits and take your questions. No appointments necessary; walk-ins welcome. See more dates.

Spread the Word: Ambulatory Hiring Event

Thursday, July 20 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Orthopedic Center Ivy Road (OCIR) | Ambulatory Operations and Human Resources host a hiring event at OCIR to recruit for nursing, access, and all clinic support roles. Representatives from various departments and the Earn While You Learn Program will be on hand to meet candidates and conduct on-site interviews. This event is open to team members and the general public. Please spread the word to all potential candidates.

Happenings

Sharing Our Strength: Prostate Cancer Support Group

Tuesday, July 11, then first Tuesday of every month | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Virtual | UVA Health Cancer Care is offering a virtual prostate cancer support group, led by UVA Health oncology social workers, to create a safe environment in which patients support one another. To register, contact Wanda Shreve at wsw3a@virginia.edu and provide your email address to receive the event link.

Nominate: 2023 Health Unit Coordinator Awards

Deadline: Thursday, July 13 | 11:59 p.m. | The 2023 NPGO Health Unit Coordinator Award nomination cycle is open. This award recognizes the important role our health unit coordinators play in showing kindness and empathy to our patients, their families, and each other. Please consider nominating one or more of your well-deserving peers for this honor. Nominations should be at least 300 words and must include examples. Submit a nomination.

Opioid Use Disorder Education: UVA Interprofessional Collaboration, Part Two

Friday, July 14 | 8 a.m.-noon | Register for Online Sessions | Members of the UVA School of Medicine have collaborated to create an interdisciplinary effort — including toxicology, emergency medicine, psychiatry, primary care, and others — to meet the Drug Enforcement Agency’s increase of required hours of opioid education. Relevant for adult and pediatric providers. This series will provide comprehensive opioid use and related substance use disorder education. While it is designed with providers with prescribing privileges in mind, sessions are open to other relevant members of the community and care team. Sessions will be recorded, and registrants will have online access to both parts. 

ROSE Program: Drop Off or Pick Up Reusable Office Supplies

Tuesday, July 18 | 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | Medical Center Dining Conference Rooms 1 and 2 | Reusable Office Supply Exchange (ROSE) Program is a free service that collects new or gently used office supplies. Drop off office supplies or take what you need monthly, including items such as envelopes, staplers, and desk lamps. Learn more.

RN-to-BSN Information Sessions | Richmond Location

Wednesday, Sept. 27 | 6-7 p.m. | 2810 N. Parham Rd., Suite 300, Richmond, 23294 | UVA School of Nursing's RN-to-BSN program is the region's very best, and offers all the personal, professional, and financial benefits a BSN brings. Details.

Appreciation

Congratulations! | 2023 Hoos Building Bridges Awards

Hoos Building Bridges Awards celebrate cross-disciplinary partnerships and projects among UVA and UVA Health team members — honoring recipients for leadership and efforts in establishing strong relationships contributing to accomplishment and success. At the June 27 Rotunda ceremony — Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer John Kosky delivered opening remarks and presented honorees with framed certificates and a monetary award from UVA President Jim Ryan.

Among the UVA Health individual honorees:

• UVA Health HIT Administrator Kate Bakich | “The Community Health project, and our purchase of three northern Virginia community hospitals, is one such example where Kate’s unmatched leadership skills helped lead the team to success.”
• UVA School of Medicine Controller Brendon Coll |“Brendon has actively engaged SOM stakeholders and Finance partners across the organization to try and optimize the [Oracle to Workday] system transition, financials processes, and reporting.”
• UVA School of Continuing and Professional Studies Post-Bac Pre-Medical Program Director Susan Salko | “Someone who cares deeply and works tirelessly for students … reaches across many aisles to create a successful program that has produced more than 300 doctors over the past 18 years.”

The team winners are: 

• Elizabeth Strickland, Joanne Casey, Justin Bryant — Provider Trainers, HIT | “Worked together to create three distinct programs that have addressed a longstanding need for better collaboration between UVA Health providers and the information technology team.”
• Kathleen Henahan, PT; Garry Gellert, PT; Michelle Dawson, NP; Dr. Nicholas Teman; Dustin Money; Michael Gelvin (pictured) – Physical Therapist Clin 4, AG-ACNP, Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) Specialist - Physical Therapy, Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, TV APP Group, ECMO | “This collaborative, interdisciplinary team worked together to develop comprehensive guidelines to provide progressive mobility for femorally cannulated ECMO patients.”

Congratulations and thank you to these and all the 2023 awardees for building bridges across UVA and UVA Health! 

Friday, July 7

Reminder: New and Improved Video Visits Coming Thursday

Effective July 13, a new and improved video visit platform will launch across UVA Health Ambulatory entities. Epic’s integrated video client will replace Zoom to deliver an enhanced video visit experience for patients and providers. This change is in direct response to the 2023 UVA Health Video Visit Satisfaction Survey and provider feedback that video visits are difficult for patients to navigate.

What does this change mean for providers?

• Provider workflows largely are unchanged from the current process.
• Providers can send video visit links directly to patients by text.
• Spend less time troubleshooting technical issues.
• Epic-integrated features will work for all patients, even those without MyChart.
• Healthcare-centric language replaces office-centric language in the virtual waiting room.

Epic video client will provide a more streamlined and consistent patient experience that is web-based, device-agnostic, and requires fewer clicks. The updated Video Visit Reference Guide is accessible on the Epic Learning Library (ELL), and singular topic materials will be live on ELL on July 13. Contact Telemedicine@uvahealth.org with questions.

Operations

Monthly Epic Update

Changes go live Tuesday, July 11 | This month’s Epic updates will impact ambulatory and inpatient LIPs, nurses, and therapy services. Details about the latest changes can be found in the Epic Update Bundle. Questions? Contact the Help Desk at 434.924.5334.

In Case You Missed It: New Same-Day Clinic Opens July 11 for ED, OPAT, and Continuum Referrals

UVA Health’s newest Ambulatory clinic provides same-day care to patients with minor acute illness and/or injury. Slated to open July 11 in the former COVID clinic location at 1222 Jefferson Park Avenue, the Same-Day Clinic represents an innovative approach to increasing patient access while reducing hospital readmissions. The clinic initially will support patients referred from the Emergency Department, Continuum Home Health, and Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT) for nurse visits to address acute care needs (such as infusions, wound care, etc.).

Later this summer, the clinic will expand services to primary care patients seeking same-day appointments and patients referred by the in-home monitoring (IHM) program operated by Population Health. The Same-Day Clinic is the first of its kind at UVA Health and directly supports strategic plan initiatives to improve patient access and deliver superior patient care.

Annual Garage Maintenance Will Impact Team Member Parking Three Weekends in July

Parking options for team members and patients will be modified during coming weekends as follows:

• 8 p.m. Friday, July 7, to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 9 │ Lee Street Garage closed. Patients will be directed to park in the 11th Street Garage, and team members must park in the South Garage on Crispell Drive.
• 8 p.m. Friday, July 14, to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 16 │ 11th Street Garage closed. Patients will be directed to park in the Lee Street Garage, and team members must park in the South Garage on Crispell Drive.
• 8 p.m. Friday, July 21, to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 23 │ South Garage on Crispell Drive closed. Team members must park in the 11th Street Garage.

Leadership

Medical Center CEO Blog | Gratitude and Celebration: Honoring UVA Health Team Members’ Years of Service!

In her new Vision and Voice post, Wendy Horton looks at the wonderful photos from the recent Service Awards for our team members who have dedicated 10, 15, and 20 years of service to UVA Health. Read more.

Town Hall Replay: Check Out the Speed-Watcher’s Guide

If you missed the latest town hall (or want to re-watch), catch up! Visit Connect to find time-code stamps for agenda topics and the embedded video for your convenience. The meeting featured opening remarks from K. Craig Kent, MD, CEO, UVA Health, and discussions about strategic plan progress and UVA Health Community Health integration. Watch the video on Connect.

Join Breakfast With Bennett

Tuesday, Aug. 8 | 7-8 a.m. | McKim 3001 | A new, monthly breakfast series gives Ambulatory team members the opportunity to share ideas and experiences with — and get updates from — UVA Health Chief Ambulatory Operations Officer John Bennett. Seats are limited and registration is required for this free event. Additional dates and locations will be announced soon. Watch this space for updates.

Human Resources

Benefits Wednesday: Meet With a Counselor

Wednesday, July 12 | Medical Center Dining Conference Room 3 | 7 a.m.-3 p.m. | A Human Resources team benefits counselor will be on-site at the Medical Center monthly to discuss your benefits and take your questions. No appointments necessary; walk-ins welcome. See additional monthly dates.

Happenings

Healthy Streets/Healthy People

Saturday, July 8 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Washington Park, 1001 Preston Ave. | Free, family-friendly event on street safety (mental health, youth programs, substance abuse, and crime prevention) and environmental health (energy, transportation, landscaping, accessibility). Games, raffles, cooking demos, container gardening, and music; along with CPR, stop-the-bleed, and Narcan training. Hosted by WellAWARE and Move2HealthEquity. Sponsored by UVA Health Diversity and Community Engagement, Central Virginia Health Services, Charlottesville Free Clinic, and Sentara. Learn more.

Freedom House Ambulance: The First Responders

Saturday, July 8 | 7-9 p.m. | Vinegar Hill Theatre, 220 W. Market St. | Multi-Emmy Award winning producer and director Annette Bank’s documentary traces the rise and fall of Freedom House Ambulance, an EMT service made up of Black men and women — pioneers in pre-hospital medicine. Indie Short Film Series screening followed by discussion. Sponsors include UVA Health Office of Diversity and Community Engagement and UVA Arts.

Situational Leadership Preview

Monday, July 10 | 2-3 p.m. | Learn about the four stages of Situational Leadership, and receive resources to take back to your team. Team members require different levels of direction and support, depending on their level of competence and commitment. The full 10-hour program will launch later this year with a pilot cohort of 25 participants. Register in Workday. View catalog for more offerings.

AAMC: The SCOTUS Decisions on Race-Conscious Admissions and Implications for Academic Medicine

Monday, July 10 | 2-3 p.m. | Online | Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) webinar features Frank Trinity, AAMC Chief Legal Officer, and Heather Alarcon, AAMC Legal Counsel, discussing the decisions and potential implications for improving diversity in medical and other health profession schools, and healthcare and medical research workforce.

Be a Hero: Donate Blood in July

Quayle Learning Center | Battle Building, first floor | Support the American Red Cross — UVA Health’s primary supplier of blood products — in alleviating the severe blood shortage by volunteering to donate blood. Swag Alert: Donate by July 16 to get a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of your choice. Learn more. Sign up by emailing giveblood@virginia.edu or visiting redcrossblood.org. Read more on Connect.

• Wednesday, July 12 | 1-6 p.m.
• Monday, July 24 | 1-6 p.m.

Informational Webinar: UVA Medical Center Administrative Fellowships

Thursday, July 13 | 9-10 a.m. | Learn more about UVA Health’s 2024-26 fellowship program by registering for a webinar. Apply to the fellowship by Monday, July 31. Questions? Email adminfellow@virginia.edu.

Nominate: 2023 Health Unit Coordinator Awards

Deadline: Thursday, July 13 | 11:59 p.m. | The 2023 NPGO Health Unit Coordinator Award nomination cycle is open. This award recognizes the important role our health unit coordinators play in showing kindness and empathy to our patients, their families, and each other. Please consider nominating one or more of your well-deserving peers for this honor. Nominations should be at least 300 words and must include examples. Submit a nomination.

Opioid Use Disorder Education: UVA Interprofessional Collaboration, Part Two

Friday, July 14 | 8 a.m.-noon | Online | Members of the UVA School of Medicine have collaborated to create an interdisciplinary effort — including toxicology, emergency medicine, psychiatry, primary care, and others — to meet the Drug Enforcement Agency’s increase of required hours of opioid education. Relevant for both adult and pediatric providers. This series will provide comprehensive opioid use and related substance use disorder education. While it is designed with providers with prescribing privileges in mind, sessions are open to other relevant members of the community and care team. Sessions will be recorded, and registrants will have online access to both parts. Learn more and register.

Nominate: Advanced Practice Provider Recognition Awards

Deadline: Saturday, July 15 | UVA Health has nearly 600 advanced practice providers (APPs) such as nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified nurse midwives, audiologists, clinical nurse specialists, certified registered nurse anesthetists, and genetic counselors. Consider nominating an APP colleague for:

• Excellence in Scholarship Award
• Exceptional Advanced Practice Provider Award
• Excellence in Leadership Award
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award
• Outstanding Educator Award
• Interprofessional Collaboration Award

Ceremony set for Friday, Sept. 29, in Pinn Hall.

Save These Dates: UVA Family Movie Night

Saturdays, July 22, Aug. 19, Sept. 23 | Fontaine Research Park | 6-9 p.m. | Popcorn, kettle korn, and food trucks will be available. Titles of films will be announced soon — keep an eye on this space for updates.

Appreciation

“A Blessing in This Whole Experience” | Kudos for Our UVA Health Colleagues

To provide the best possible service and care for our community, UVA Health regularly surveys our patients on their recent healthcare experience. Below is a small selection of recent feedback praising our outstanding team members:

• “Child Life — Darcy. This experience would've been completely different without Darcy. She took the time to build rapport with my child, and walk her through two procedures with pictures and child-friendly language. She was amazing and my child still talks about her. I am so thankful to Darcy — she is a vital piece of your ED team! If I saw her again, I would become a puddle of tears and give her the biggest hug. She was such a blessing in this whole experience.”
• “I've been a patient at many of the top-rated healthcare facilities — including the Mayo Clinic and Johns Hopkins — I've never had better care than at the UVA inpatient and outpatient facilities. Very impressed!”
• “Dr. Wilder always makes the experience incredibly positive because he finds a solution to the problem and it is 100% correct! His passion and empathy are so much appreciated. For several months I have been in pain and he found the cause and treatment, as he always does! Trustful and empathetic, knowledgeable physicians are hard to find. He considers the whole person’s needs.”
• “Wow!! Dr. Stump was worth the five-month wait! So informative! I was really impressed when she came in and said she had read my file. Usually when going to a new doctor they ask me what am I there for? Or how can I help you? She listened to me, then gave me her expertise on which direction she thought I would benefit more from. I was/am so excited because she totally explained everything and wanted to make sure I was OK with it. So friendly, patient, and a great listener. I am so glad I have her for a doctor now!”

Thanks to all our team members for providing outstanding, compassionate, and safe care.

Wednesday, July 5

Town Hall Replay: Check Out the Speed-Watcher's Guide

If you missed the latest town hall (or want to re-watch), catch up! Visit Connect to find time-code stamps for agenda topics and the embedded video for your convenience. The meeting featured opening remarks from K. Craig Kent, MD, CEO, UVA Health, and discussions about strategic plan progress and UVA Health Community Health integration. Watch the video on Connect.

Ambulatory

Join Breakfast With Bennett

Tuesday, Aug. 8 | 7-8 a.m. | McKim 3001 | A new, monthly breakfast series gives Ambulatory team members the opportunity to share ideas and experiences with — and get updates from — UVA Health Chief Ambulatory Operations Officer John Bennett. Seats are limited and registration is required for this free event. Additional dates and locations will be announced soon. Watch this space for updates.

Same-Day Clinic Aims to Boost Patient Access, Reduce Readmissions

UVA Health’s newest Ambulatory clinic has a unique mission: to provide same-day care to patients with minor acute illness and/or injury. Slated to open July 11 in the former COVID-19 clinic location at 1222 Jefferson Park Avenue, the Same-Day Clinic represents an innovative approach to increasing patient access while reducing hospital readmissions. Initially, the clinic will support patients referred from the Emergency Department, Continuum Home Health, and Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT) for nurse visits to address acute care needs (such as infusions, wound care, etc.).

Later this summer, the clinic will expand services to primary care patients seeking same-day appointments and patients referred by the in-home monitoring (IHM) program operated by Population Health. The Same-Day Clinic is the first of its kind at UVA Health and directly supports the One Future Together | Health and Hope for All Strategic Plan initiatives to radically improve patient access and deliver superior patient care.

Operations

Annual Garage Maintenance Will Impact Parking Three Weekends in July

Parking options for team members and patients will be modified during coming weekends as follows:

• 8 p.m. Friday, July 7, to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 9 │ Lee Street Garage closed. Patients will be directed to park in the 11th Street Garage, and team members must park in the South Garage on Crispell Drive.
• 8 p.m. Friday, July 14, to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 16 │ 11th Street Garage closed. Patients will be directed to park in the Lee Street Garage, and team members must park in the South Garage on Crispell Drive.
• 8 p.m. Friday, July 21, to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 23 │ South Garage on Crispell Drive closed. Team members must park in the 11th Street Garage.

UVA School of Nursing Guarantees Alumni Admission Across MSN, DNP Programs

Beginning in summer 2023, for the first time in its 120-year history, the School of Nursing will offer guaranteed admission to its alumni who are interested in attending graduate school and earning an MSN, post-master's specialty certificate, and/or a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. Learn more on Connect.

Happenings

Farmers Market

Thursdays through Sept. 28 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | 11th Street Garage | Food trucks and farmers with fresh vegetables will be on-site.

Be a Hero: Donate Blood in July

Quayle Learning Center | Battle Building, first floor | Support the American Red Cross — UVA Health’s primary supplier of blood products — in alleviating the severe blood shortage by volunteering to donate blood. Swag Alert: Donate during July and receive a Red Cross dry bag. Appointments required. Sign up by emailing giveblood@virginia.edu or visiting redcrossblood.org. Read more on Connect.

• Thursday, July 6 | 2:30- 6:30 p.m.
• Monday, July 24 | 1-6 p.m.

Being Quiet: The Art of Tom Tartaglino

July 6-Sept. 6 | UVA Health University Hospital Lobby | Stop by to see this impressive artwork.

Mindfulness Classes

• Mindfulness Based Habit Change | Tuesdays, Sept. 19-Oct. 24 I 7-8:30 p.m. | Register
• Free Mindfulness for UVA Healthcare Employees Class | Wednesdays, Sept. 20-Nov. 8 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Retreat: Saturday, Oct. 28 | Fontaine Research Park | Register
• Mindful Eating Class | Mondays, Sept. 18-Nov. 6 | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Zoom | Register
• Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction | Mondays, Oct. 30-Dec. 18 I 4-6:30 p.m. | Retreat: Saturday, Dec. 2 | Zoom | Register

Sixth Annual Mid-Atlantic Advanced Biomanufacturing Symposium

July 6-7 | North Fork Research Park, Town Center Four and Virtual | Industry, government, and academic experts discuss research in biofabrication and cell manufacturing, regulatory considerations for biomanufactured tissues and organs, and clinical implementation of regenerative medicine products. Hosted by UVA Center for Advanced Biomanufacturing. Learn more and register.

Physicians and APPs: Get a New Provider Directory Headshot

McKim Hall, Ground Floor, Room G045 | Physicians and advanced practice providers: get a new or updated headshot taken in 10 minutes or less on dates listed below. No appointment needed. Bring a white coat if you have one; if not, one will be provided.

• Friday, July 7 | 9 a.m.-noon
• Tuesday, July 11 | 8-11 a.m.
• Wednesday, July 19 | 1-4 p.m.
• Tuesday, July 25 | 7-10 a.m.

Healthy Streets/Healthy People

Saturday, July 8 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Washington Park, 1001 Preston Ave. | Free, family-friendly event on street safety (mental health, youth programs, substance abuse, and crime prevention) and environmental health (energy, transportation, landscaping, accessibility). Games, raffles, cooking demos, container gardening, and music; along with CPR, stop-the-bleed, and Narcan training. Hosted by WellAWARE and Move2HealthEquity. Sponsored by UVA Health Diversity and Community Engagement, Central Virginia Health Services, Charlottesville Free Clinic, and Sentara. Learn more.

Freedom House Ambulance: The First Responders

Saturday, July 8 | 7-9 p.m. | Vinegar Hill Theatre, 220 W. Market St. | Multi-Emmy Award winning producer and director Annette Bank’s documentary traces the rise and fall of Freedom House Ambulance, an EMT service made up of Black men and women — pioneers in pre-hospital medicine. Indie Short Film Series screening followed by discussion. Sponsors include UVA Health Office of Diversity and Community Engagement and UVA Arts.

Sharing Our Strength: Prostate Cancer Support Group

Tuesday, July 11, then first Tuesday of every month | Virtual | UVA Health Cancer Care is offering a virtual prostate cancer support group, led by UVA Health oncology social workers, to create a safe environment in which patients support one another. To register, contact Wanda Shreve at wsw3a@virginia.edu and provide your email address to receive the event link.

Appreciation

“A Leader of the People”: Mike Starr

This month’s “Leadership Matters Because People Matter” conversation with Wendy Horton, UVA Health University Medical Center CEO, features Mike Starr.

He began his UVA Health career in the Perfusion Department 1989-94, then left for medical sales before returning as a vendor in 2015. He was later hired as a UVA Health linen services manager, and soon promoted to manager of supply chain and logistics of the Medical Center and surrounding clinics. During COVID-19, Mike and his team members set up vaccination clinics on- and off-site, built COVID-19 units, and relocated ICUs.

“I tend to lead by example,” says Mike when asked by Wendy about his leadership philosophy. “We’re here for the patients … all the clinicians … they can’t do anything if our team isn’t getting the supplies up and in their hands at the right time.”

Watch to learn the interesting ways Mike initially found Charlottesville, met his future spouse at work, and has gone out of his way — even on his days off — to support colleagues.

Monday, July 3

New: Sign Up for “Breakfast With Bennett” and Share Your Experience

Tuesday, Aug. 8 | 7-8 a.m. | McKim 3001 | A new monthly breakfast series will give Ambulatory team members direct access to UVA Health Chief Ambulatory Operations Officer John Bennett to share ideas and experiences and to get updates from the chief about the latest Ambulatory happenings. These small, informal gatherings also provide the opportunity to network with colleagues from across the Ambulatory division. Seats are limited and registration is required for this free event. Additional dates and locations will be announced soon. Watch this space for updates.

Operations

Independence Day Holiday | Tuesday, July 4

No matter how you ring in the 4th of July this year, we hope you and your family have a safe, fun holiday. And, to those who are scheduled to work: thank you for all you do!

• Clinics Closed | All UVA Health clinics will be closed.
• Holiday Transportation and Parking Modifications |
  • University Transit Service bus and Health System Transit shuttle service will not operate July 4.
  • Medical Center Courtesy Shuttle will operate on the weekend schedule, running every 60 minutes, 7:20 a.m.-7:45 p.m.
  • UtoCar will operate normally.
  • Parking is available for team members in the South Garage on Crispell Drive and 11th Street Garage (level D and above only) July 4.
  • University Transit Bus and Health System Transit shuttle will operate normally Wednesday, July 5.

Annual Garage Maintenance Will Impact Team Member Parking Three Weekends in July

Parking options for team members and patients will be modified during coming weekends as follows:

• 8 p.m. Friday, July 7, to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 9 │ Lee Street Garage closed. Patients will be directed to park in the 11th Street Garage, and team members must park in the South Garage on Crispell Drive.
• 8 p.m. Friday, July 14, to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 16 │ 11th Street Garage closed. Patients will be directed to park in the Lee Street Garage, and team members must park in the South Garage on Crispell Drive.
• 8 p.m. Friday, July 21, to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 23 │ South Garage on Crispell Drive closed. Team members must park in the 11th Street Garage.

Leadership

Town Hall Replay: Check Out the Speed-Watcher’s Guide

If you missed the latest town hall (or want to re-watch), here's your chance to catch up! Visit Connect to find time-code stamps for agenda topics and the embedded video for your convenience. The meeting included opening remarks from K. Craig Kent, MD, CEO, UVA Health, and discussions about strategic plan progress and UVA Health Community Health integration. Watch the video on Connect.

Happenings

Set to Launch | Compassionate Care Initiative Cart

Does your unit need an occasional pick-me-up? UVA School of Nursing’s Compassionate Care Initiative (CCI) cart — laden with healthy snacks, hydration, as well as wellness resources, head-clearing activities, and positive energy for clinicians and staff — is set to return this fall, circulating to UVA Health University Medical Center units. Want the CCI cart to come to your unit with a therapy dog or two? Please email CCI staffer Hannah Crosby to coordinate a visit.

Be a Hero: Donate Blood in July

Quayle Learning Center | Battle Building, first floor | Support the American Red Cross — UVA Health’s primary supplier of blood products — in alleviating the severe blood shortage by volunteering to donate blood. Swag Alert: Donate during July and receive a Red Cross dry bag. Appointments required. Sign up by emailing giveblood@virginia.edu or visiting redcrossblood.org. Read more on Connect.

• Thursday, July 6 | 2:30- 6:30 p.m.
• Monday, July 24 | 1-6 p.m.

Healthy Streets/Healthy People

Saturday, July 8 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Washington Park, 1001 Preston Ave. | Free, family-friendly event on street safety (mental health, youth programs, substance abuse, and crime prevention) and environmental health (energy, transportation, landscaping, accessibility). Games, raffles, cooking demos, container gardening, and music; along with CPR, stop-the-bleed, and Narcan training. Hosted by WellAWARE and Move2HealthEquity. Sponsored by UVA Health Diversity and Community Engagement, Central Virginia Health Services, Charlottesville Free Clinic, and Sentara. Learn more.

Freedom House Ambulance: The First Responders

Saturday, July 8 | 7-9 p.m. | Vinegar Hill Theatre, 220 W. Market St. | Multi-Emmy Award winning producer and director Annette Bank’s documentary traces the rise and fall of Freedom House Ambulance, an EMT service made up of Black men and women — pioneers in pre-hospital medicine. Indie Short Film Series screening followed by discussion. Sponsors include UVA Health Office of Diversity and Community Engagement and UVA Arts.

Appreciation

Welcome to Culpeper, Mr. President!

On Monday, June 26, Jeff Say, UVA Health Culpeper’s manager of community engagement, introduced President Joe Biden at an event addressing the importance of broadband internet connectivity. Before transitioning to his role with UVA Health, Jeff was the Culpeper Chamber of Commerce CEO and vocal about challenges in receiving high-speed internet in his community. Internet infrastructure is an administration priority for President Biden, who had visited Culpeper, especially regarding providing seamless healthcare, and heard stories from the community about the problem.  

U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger’s office contacted the chamber’s new President/CEO Amy Frazier, looking to connect Jeff with the administration about the possibility of giving some remarks at the White House about Culpeper’s long-standing broadband issues.

“It was really exciting for me to be able to represent Culpeper and advocate fiercely for broadband for all because it really is a utility not a luxury," Jeff told the Culpeper Times.  

Thank you, Jeff, for speaking up for your community and for those who tirelessly work to provide healthcare to the community. Your voice is heard and appreciated!

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