Age: 22
Class of: 2024
Hometown: Mobile
Undergrad/grad institution: University of South Alabama
Degrees earned: Bachelor of Science in biomedical sciences
Interests, hobbies: Studio art, traveling, badminton
Something unique about me: I will only ever chew half a stick of gum at a time, no matter what!
I have ridden (and fallen off) a camel on a beach in Pakistan.
I can speak Urdu and read and write Arabic.
Neurology Grand Rounds
"Neonatal Neurological Problems"
Elias G. Chalhub, M.D., Professor of Neurology, USA College of Medicine
8 to 9 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 9
Zoom Registration: https://usahealthsystem.zoom.us/j/98589154008
Contact: Sabrina Cabral at 251-445-8262 or cabral@health.southalabama.edu
Mental Health Grand Rounds
"Diversity"
Kimberly Pettway, MSW, MS, instructor of social work, USA
8 to 9 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10
Zoom: https://southalabama.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcsf-isqjMiHtyYx3UlyuC-50kwlSE7ai2f
Contact: Sharrie Cranford at 251-414-8080 or scranford@southalabama.edu
Medicine Grand Rounds
"COVID-19 Vaccination: Safety and Efficacy Considerations for Health Care Professionals"
Philip Almalouf, M.D., assistant professor of internal medicine, USA College of Medicine
8 to 9 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 11
Zoom: https://usahealthsystem.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJckc-itrTotHdBBYxyHIzg8lzCOXCqklFsV
Contact: Linda Ching at 251-471-7900 or lching@health.southalabama.edu
Surgery Grand Rounds
"Supportive Care in Cancer: A Tale of Two Cities and Contrast of Two Spirits"
Thomas W. Butler, M.D., medical oncologist and hematologist, associate professor of interdisciplinary oncology, Mitchell Cancer Institute
7 to 8 a.m. Friday, Feb. 12
Zoom: https://usahealthsystem.zoom.us/j/99048512897
Contact: Tyronda Rogers at 251-445-8230 or tmrogers@health.southalabama.edu.
Pediatric Grand Rounds
"Hepatitis C in Children and Adolescents"
Rene Romero, M.D., professor of pediatric gastroenterology, Emory University School of Medicine
8 to 9 a.m. Friday, Feb. 19
Zoom: https://southalabama.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJItdOygrj8tH93jP8djpWhgMND3NEAvcVAk
Contact: Jessica Petro at 251-415-8688 or jpetro@health.southalabama.edu
The event is free for USA medical students and resident physicians.
This one-day virtual event features three internationally recognized experts in sickle cell disease, including John F. Tisdale, M.D., senior investigator and director of the molecular and clinical hematology branch of the National Institutes of Health; Frederick Goldman, M.D., professor and director of the Lowder Blood and Marrow Transplant Program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham; and Tim Townes, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics at UAB.
Register online at CME tracker.
For more information on the conference, visit www.southalabama.edu/colleges/com/research/sicklecell.html. Email tdyas@health.southalabama.edu or call (251) 470-5893.
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| Medical students, from left, are Zachary Aggen, Brittany Jackson, Blake Dunaway, Hannah Granger and Zachary Lazzari; and Karen Braswell, GHHS chapter supervisor. |
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Medical students, from left, are Michelle Nguyen, Gregory Overbeek, Melody Zeidan, Anna Wright and Jessica Pham. |
“These students, residents and faculty have been identified as individuals who represent the GHHS goal of placing compassion, dignity and human value at the heart of education and clinical practice,” said T.J. Hundley, M.D., associate dean for medical education, who serves as a chapter adviser. “They will serve as role models of the human connection in healthcare.”
Current GHHS members surprised Jessica Pham with the news during her pediatric clerkship. “I feel truly honored to be chosen for Gold Humanism because the nomination came from my fellow classmates, whom I love so dearly,” Pham said. “It warms my heart when I think about how they would entrust me with their family members’ healthcare, which is what we were prompted to reflect upon when making our nominations.”
This year, the following third-year medical students, residents and faculty were selected:
“Medicine allows us every day to be a part of something bigger than ourselves , and GHHS further highlights this through humanistic behaviors in healthcare, so it is encouraging to be a part of it,” said medical student Blake Dunaway, who will serve as president.
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Resident physicians, from left, are Wilson Huett, M.D., Juan Gonzalez, D.O., and Michael Tran, M.D. |
“I’m so thankful to be surrounded by such amazing classmates who are always so supportive of one another and prioritize understanding our individual patients and building trust in order to provide adequate care,” said Jackson, who will serve as social coordinator.
The Arnold P. Gold Foundation sustains the commitment of healthcare professionals to provide compassionate, collaborative and scientifically excellent patient care. The society currently has approximately 30,000 members in training and practice.
Each year, the GHHS participates in Solidarity Week for Compassionate Patient Care to remind students and employees of the importance of compassion in medicine. This year Solidarity Week is set for Feb. 15-19. The USA Chapter will participate in several activities during the week to remind students and employees of the importance of compassion in medicine.
Members also will participate in Thank a Resident Day, set for Feb. 26, to bring to light the importance of the residence staff and encourage medical students to show their gratitude and appreciation.