A Year in ReviewCAMPUS$1.5M NIH award supports disaster center MUSC and the New York Academy of Medicine were awarded a $1.5 million grant to establish a Disaster Research Education and Mentoring Center to train researchers nationwide to rapidly design and implement mental health studies in their communities after disasters or terrorist attacks occur. July 9 HCC director aims for center status Andrew Kraft, M.D., wants to bring the benefits of National Cancer Institute (NCI) designation to South Carolina as he assumes the directorship of the MUSC Hollings Cancer Center. Aug. 27 Dunbar brings expertise to Public Safety In today’s era where safety and vigilance matter to most Americans, MUSC hopes to gain an edge in maintaining a safe and secure university community with the presence of a police veteran and leader. Sept. 17 Montgomery appointed VP for finance, admin Lisa Montgomery has been appointed vice president for finance and administration at MUSC. The appointment was approved Oct. 8 by the MUSC Board of Trustees. Oct. 15 Last hurdle for new hospital cleared University and Medical Center officials got the green flag Thursday, Oct. 7, to begin construction on the first phase of MUSC's new hospital. Oct. 15 CHP deepens PT curriculum, degree offerings The College of Health Professions will take its physical therapy program to a new level beginning in May 2005. Oct. 29 CLINICAL
Unprecedented agreement promises to improve health, foster economic development in SC The leaders of MUSC, Greenville Hospital System, Palmetto Health, and the University of South Carolina signed a memorandum of understanding to establish the South Carolina Health Sciences Collaborative April 26. April 30 MUSC Digestive Diseases, Rheumatology cited by U.S. News & World Report The MUSC Medical Center has been named by U.S.News & World Report as one of the country’s best hospitals in the categories of digestive diseases and rheumatology. July 9 Not just an ER, an entire department for child emergencies “There’s almost no similarity between the medical care of adults and the medical care of children,” said Rebecca Reamy, M.D., medical director of the MUSC Children’s Hospital Emergency Department. Aug. 13 Egan, Wilson plan attack on coronary risk factors A new prevention-based cardiology clinic opening Sept. 7 hopes to lower the state’s high prevalence of diabetes, hypertension, coronary disease and stroke. Sept. 3 MUSC honored with Consumer Choice Award The National Research Corporation has ranked the MUSC Medical Center among approximately 180 hospitals nationally that have been honored with its 2004/2005 Consumer Choice Award. Sept. 24 Service to manage patients with diabetes In July, the Medical University Hospital introduced the Diabetes Management Service (DMS) as part of a hospital initiative to offer specialized care to patients with diabetes or problems with high blood sugar. Oct. 1 New procedure relieves back pain from collapsed vertebra Many patients suffering with excruciating back pain from spinal fractures can find nearly immediate relief with a recently developed balloon procedure that reinforces collapsed bone with an acrylic replacement. Oct. 15 Therapeutic Services opens James Island clinic In a continuing effort to make patient care more convenient, the Department of Therapeutic Services opened a new clinic in James Island for outpatient occupational and physical therapy. Oct. 22 MUSC helps pioneer successful anti-cancer technique Proxima Therapeutics Inc. announced encouraging results of a post-market study on the GliaSite Radiation Therapy System for treatment of recurrent brain cancer Oct. 19. Oct. 29 Translation service improves communication, ensures care Ensuring that all patients receive the same level of quality medical care is the aim of the MUSC Clinical and Patient Education Department’s expanded Spanish interpretation service. Nov. 12 Therapy gardens healthy for plants, patients While the simple processes within a garden setting facilitate a positive focus worthwhile in its own right, excellent metaphors reside there to explore deeper issues of healing and recovery—metaphors like growth, pruning and tilling. Nov. 19 FACULTY
Stuart to receive Partners in Progress award The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society will present Robert Stuart, M.D., professor of medicine, Division of Hematology and Oncology, with the organization’s Partners in Progress award on March 13. March 5 Amella heads nursing research agenda Fostering new research opportunities while guiding nursing faculty and students in new directions is the aim of nurse educator Elaine Amella, Ph.D., R.N., the College of Nursing’s new associate dean for research. March 19 Provost Scholars program recognizes students A new $60,000 scholarship established by the Office of the Provost and MUSC deans will financially assist a dozen talented students towards their educational goals for the 2004-05 academic year. Aug. 27 Incontinence specialist joins Urology Department Eric Rovner, M.D., traversed the United States before settling in South Carolina. The newest associate professor in the Department of Urology honed his skills in California and Pennsylvania before bringing his expertise to Charleston in July. Sept. 3 Walia recognized for advancing endodontic techniques Sixteen years after announcing a significant breakthrough in dental biomaterials research, dentistry professor and endodontist Harmeet D. Walia, DDS, will be recognized for developing a tool that improves endodontic treatment and instrumentation. Sept. 3 Costello brings depth, experience to Radiology The ability to peer inside the human body to see detailed anatomy using computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging techniques has revolutionized medicine affecting how practitioners diagnose and treat patients. Oct. 1 Women faculty meet to plan career goals MUSC female faculty gathered at the Gazes Auditorium on Sept. 17 in an informal, exploratory meeting to discuss campus workplace issues, career planning and other topics. Oct. 8 Wong named assoc dean for medical education Educating and preparing well-trained physicians is an arduous task. Ask internist Jeffrey Wong, M.D., the College of Medicine’s new associate dean for medical education. Oct. 22 Hebert named ‘Eminent Scientist of the Year’ James Hebert, Sc.D., associate director for cancer prevention and control at the Hollings Cancer Center and a University of South Carolina professor of epidemiology and biostatistics, has been named Eminent Scientist of the Year 2004. Oct. 29 TECHNOLOGY
Program takes a new approach to palliative care Along with a new year, January brought another change to MUSC and the Hollings Cancer Center—namely, a new way to view and treat patients with life-limiting diseases. Feb. 20 New instrument makes transplant safer, cheaper At MUSC, the delicate recovery process from organ transplantation just became more precise. March 26 Special pump helps heart transplant patients Waiting for a heart transplant can be a terrifying, uncertain time, but the incorporation of sophisticated medical technology at MUSC is making the interim period easier for some patients. Nov. 5 Scanner provides non-invasive diagnosis A new, advanced CT scanner at MUSC is enabling some patients to avoid an invasive cardiac catheterization to diagnose blockage of the coronary artery. Dec. 10 RESEARCH
Study shows limitations of virtual colonoscopy A study led by MUSC showed computed tomographic colonography, also known as virtual colonoscopy, to be much less effective in detecting lesions in the colon than the standard colonoscopy. April 16 Cholesterol-lowering drug shows promise Results of a preliminary study in this week’s issue of The Lancet suggest that statins (cholesterol-lowering drugs) have potential in the treatment of multiple sclerosis. May 21 $5 million in lottery proceeds to fund cancer research MUSC has been awarded $5 million in lottery proceeds from the state to fund a joint MUSC/USC Translational Cancer Therapeutics Center of Economic Excellence. May 21 COM shines in NIH funding comparisons Evidence of MUSC’s continuing climb in rankings among the nation’s academic medical centers was released by the National Institutes of Health in its funding comparisons of the nation’s 126 medical schools for FY 2003. June 25 MRIs may eventually identify deception A new study involving people telling lies while undergoing functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) provides early indications that understanding the brain basis of deception may lead to a better lie-detection method than polygraph tests. July 30 NOAA center to study oceans, human health Funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will establish an NOAA Center of Excellence for Oceans and Human Health at the Hollings Marine Laboratory, located at the S.C. Marine Resources Center at Fort Johnson. Sept. 17 Grant moves CODM closer to new research center During the final week of September, the College of Dental Medicine officially received funding on a two-year, $2 million grant from the National Institutes of Dental and Craniofacial Research. Oct. 8 Obituaries
Frank DeMarco III, 57, executive in residence with the Department of Health Administration and Policy (DHAP), passed away Jan. 14 following a lengthy illness. Jan. 23 Dr. M. Clinton Miller III, 71, died at his home in Castle Rock, Colo., Feb. 10. Dr. Miller established the Department of Biometry. Feb. 20 Dr. Regina Frayser, 77, of Mount Pleasant, died Feb. 1, after a short illness. Feb. 27 Dr. William H. Knisely, 82, former MUSC president, died May 3 in Austin, Texas, after a pro-longed illness. May 7 Jerri Moody, 62, a retired administrative assistant in the Office of Public Relations, died May 22 at her home. May 28 Those who knew Liz Chesterman, 31, Ph.D., were shocked to hear of her death May 22 in what police have described as an incident of domestic violence at her home in Greer. June 4 Allen Wayne Edwards, 46, a College of Medicine student, died June 15 at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. June 25 Annette Alice Sautter, 45, who was employed in the MUSC Medical Center's Pharmacy Department, died Aug. 13 in an automobile accident. Aug. 27 Laurena White, nursing assistant, 62, died Aug. 26 due to a prolonged illness. Sept. 10 Deborah Joyce Bridgers, 48, administrative assistant in the Department
of Cell Biology and Anatomy, died Oct. 27 at Roper Hospital. Nov.
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