Fall 2018 US Healthcare Seminar: GNUR 5390

GNUR 5390: US Healthcare

Professor Ben Mayes

3 credit hours

Wednesday's, 4:00 - 7:00 PM
McLeod Hall 1004

 As it turns out, healthcare is complicated after all. This course is designed to provide an overview of

• how healthcare is financed, organized, and delivered in the United States
• the major policy challenges created by the system's organization, or lack thereof.

In drawing from a  variety of perspectives -- including political science, public health, economics, and history -- this course surveys the key stakeholders: those who pay for, provide, and receive care. It contrasts the different ways that healthcare providers are paid, how and why reimbursements methods have changed over time, and their consequences for the quality, cost, and accessibility of healthcare services. Finally, as a case study, the Affordable Care Act will be dissected for the purposes of illustrating the ways in which the U.S. healthcare system differs from those of other wealthy countries. No particular disciplinary background is assumed, nor is any special familiarity with the field of healthcare required.

Clinica de Migrantes film screening - 2/6

 

Tuesday, February 6th

6:00 PM

Newcomb Theater

 Film Trailer

Join the Center for Global Health for this important film screening and a panel discussion to follow. Panelists include: 

Sebastian Tello-Trillo is an Assistant Professor of Public Policy and Economics at the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy  at the University of Virginia.  His fields of specialization are Health Economics, Applied Microeconomics, and Econometrics. He has an interest in the areas of health policy in the U.S and Latin America.

Harriet Kuhr is Director of the International Rescue Committee's (IRC) Charlottesville office. The IRC responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, and helps people survive, recover, and gain control of their future. Since 1998, Charlottesville has welcomed over 3000 refugees from 32 countries as new members of the community.

Fern R. Hauck is currently Associate Professor of Family Medicine and Public Health Sciences at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. She is also the Director of the International Family Medicine Clinic at UVA.  Dr. Hauck's primary research focuses on sudden unexpected infant death, including sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

Tim Cunningham is an Assistant Professor of Nursing, Assistant Professor in the Drama Department, and Director of the Compassionate Care Initiative. He was a professional actor and teacher prior to joining the CNL program at UVA. He has served as a pediatric and adult trauma/emergency nurse while also serving as executive director of Clowns Without Borders, USA.

 

Health Unbound: Spaces to Facilitate Health and Learning Panel Event

UVA School of Medicine Symposium: The True Impact of Bias on Health and Wellness in America

This symposium reflects the commitment of the University of Virginia to host authentic and thoughtful dialogue on the impact of unconscious bias on the health and wellness of individuals, populations, and communities. The program brings together nationally-known experts with members of the University and larger community to share knowledge and experience and to take steps to develop problem-focused solutions. The multi-disciplinary approach will allow for a comprehensive understanding of where bias originates, why it exists, and how to mitigate its influence on our actions and interactions with others, as well as to minimize the impact on health and wellness overall.

Date: March 15-16th
Location: Newcomb Hall

The registration cost is $25 for students
Register here: https://cmetracker.net/UVACME/Catalog?sessiontype=C

**The UVA Vice President of Student Affairs, Pat Lampkin, has graciously offered to pay participation fees for up to 25 students. Indicate your interest using this form.
First-come, first-serve.

Perfect Illusions: Real talk about food and body image, and hope for those struggling

You CAN make a difference! Join the University community for this open-mic style event where audience members have the opportunity to listen and share their own stories and experiences about body image, eating, and exercise concerns in a safe, supportive, and healing environment. Break the silence and help create a body positive community. Bring your experiences, questions, concerns, and passion to share. For more information, contact Hannah Trible at hbt2d@virginia.edu.

Date: Wednesday, November 16th
Time: 6pm

Location: Newcomb Hall- Kaleidoscope Room

Also…

• Are you considering sharing your story? Click here<http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/guidelines-sharing-your-story-responsibly> for tips about how to do so responsibly 
•  Interested in learning more about your own mental and emotional health?  Click here<http://www.mentalhealthscreening.org/screening/?keyword=UVAscreening> for the Student Health CAPS anonymous, online eating disorders screening 
• Do you want to get involved with more body positive initiatives at UVa? Check out HOPE (Hoos Open to Preventing Eating Disorders) on Facebook to get information about meetings and upcoming events! Emailpao2bb@virginia.edu for more information.

Sponsored by the U.Va. Coalition on Eating Disorders and Exercise Concerns

Social Histories: Interprofessional Clinician Storytelling

Please join the UVA Compassionate Care Initiative for the 2nd Annual "Social Histories" event. The event consists of an interprofessional panel of doctors, nurses and social workers. Learn about providing more present, safe care to patients. FREE Sticks Dinner provided; event is open to all!

Date: Wednesday, October 19th
Time: 7-9 p.m. 
Location: McLeod Hall Auditorium

Overview of US Healthcare System Fall 2016 course

GNUR 5390 - Introduction to US Healthcare System 
Wednesday 4:00 - 7:00pm 
Claude Moore Nursing Education 1110
 
Last year's course syllabus 

No pre-requisites. Open to rising 3rd and 4th years who can register without needing an override.

Professor Chat with Dr. Martin

The Black Student Research Network (BSRN) will be hosting a Professor Chat with Professor Martin on March 25th, 2016 from 1:00-2:00pm in Alderman Scholar's Lab Room 423.

We would like to invite any and all students to join us in discussing the Professor's career in various fields. For more about Professor Martin: https://med.virginia.edu/diversity/marcus-martin-md-university-vp-chief-officer-for-diversity/ Food and drink will be provided. Please RSVP!

Global Health & National Security Talk

Save the date for the Global Health and National Security Talk with J. Stephen Morrison. Dr. Morrison will be discussing the topic " The Widening Disorder in the Middle East and North Africa: what are the Security and Health Implications of the Burgeoning Human Crisis?"

Date: Monday, February 8th
Time: 1:00pm
Location: Great Hall of Garrett Hall, UVA

J. Stephen Morrison, is a senior vice president at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), and director for its Center for Global Health Policy. Dr. Morrison writes widely, has directed several high-level commissions, and is a frequent commentator on U.S. foreign policy, global health, Africa, and foreign assistance. He served in the Clinton administration, as committee staff in the House of Representatives, and taught for 12 years at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies. He holds a Ph.D. in political science from the University of Wisconsin and is a magna cum laude graduate of Yale College.

To view reading and background info materials, click here. We hope to see you there!

Pharmacists Provide Care Advocacy

Pharmacists are trained to provide primary care services, including patient assessment, point-of-care testing, low-level diagnosis, appropriate treatment therapies, and much more in their PharmD education. As an accessible healthcare professional, pharmacists regularly help patients live healthier, better lives. However, for decades, pharmacists have been one of the few health care professionals that lack recognition as health care providers in federal law. Nearly all other health care professional services are rightfully covered under Medicare laws, including services provided by chiropractors, PT and OT assistants, midwives, and dieticians, but not services provided by pharmacists. Pharmacists across the country are calling on Congress to pass a bill that would amend section 1861(s)(2) of the Social Security Act to enable Medicare beneficiaries to access pharmacist-provided services under Medicare Part B. These services would be reimbursable under Medicare Part B if provided to patients in medically underserved communities and if the services are consistent with state scope of practice laws. Current legislation is proposed in both the House and the Senate and at submission of this article the Cosponsor Count is as follows: H.R.592 - 234 | S.314 - 33. If you are interested in becoming a pharmacist, getting involved and advocating for pharmacist provider status within federal Medicare legislation is an innovative way of becoming involved in the pharmacy profession. Visit www.pharmacistsprovidecare.com on how to get involved. *Source: National Association of Advisors for the Health Professions (NAAHP) November 2015 Newsletter.

National Osteopathic Medicine Week: The DO

National Osteopathic Medicine Week: April 19-25, 2015
Check out The DO, AOA's publication for interesting and relevant news related to Osteopathic Medicine.


Here are some highlights:
1. Personal Statement Advice
2. First Year Med Student's Advice
3.  Question Medicine: Weekly DO Podcast


Also read Monday's and Tuesday's post for 2015 NOM Week if you missed it!
Wednesday's Hashtag: DO Advocacy Day #DOpride

This Week's Events at UVa

Hunger Alliance Roundtable Dinner and Discussion
Thursday, 4/23, 5:30-7pm 
Newcomb Gallery
Join FeelGood, Green Grounds, Project Peanut Butter, faculty, and fellow students for a free dinner and stimulating conversation about the complexities of global hunger. We will explore the link between hunger, gender inequality, public health, and sustainability to discuss what global hunger really is, and the role you can play. Space is limited, so visit the Facebook Event to sign up for a spot.  

Let's Have Dinner and Talk About Death: Bioethics Take on Mortality, Death, Loss, and Grief 
Thursday, 4/23, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Newcomb 389 
 This free catered discussion, featuring Professor Childress, will be interactive and approach death from a bio-ethical stand-point looking at the use of visual art—painting and photography—and poetry as a means to explore mortality, death, loss, and grief. RSVP. Facebook.


“That Dread Disease”: A Poster Exhibit by Virginia Tech Student Researchers on Tuberculosis in Virginia
Friday, 4/24, 4:00 p.m.
Claude Moore Health Sciences Library Lobby
A project team of Virginia Tech undergraduates have been working on a history of tuberculosis in Virginia using original source materials. This research will be featured in a poster exhibit scheduled for display at the Science Museum of Western Virginia in Roanoke, the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library at the University of Virginia, the Staunton Public Library, and Newman Library at Virginia Tech. The posters researched and designed by the project team relate the history of tuberculosis, the single greatest cause of death in America, from the 1870s through the 1910s. Posters explore medical research on the disease, data about victims, public health measures, recommended cures, and the significance of race. Website. 

Health UnBound's Biomedical Design Exposition
Friday, 4/24, 5:30-8pm
Claude Moore Learning Studio
Come out to see some of the coolest biomedical projects on Grounds, featuring mroe than 20 projects with everything from using music to cure Alzheimer's to a humanoid health care robot. Come network with professions and enjoy food and music at this year's exposition. More information here.

Freakonomics: How Many Doctors Does it Take to Start a Healthcare Revolution?

Food for Thought
This radio podcast is a conversation about the following questions:

• We generally assume that if you're not getting healthcare, you're worse off - but is that necessarily the case? 
• How much healthcare is too much care? And how valuable is a "less is more" doctrine? 
• When you start to peel a few layers off the U.S. healthcare system, how does it really work? And who does it really serve? 

Podcast guests include:
Jeffrey Brenner, family physician in Camden, N.J. & leader of Camden Coalition of Healthcare Providers. 
Anupam Jena, trained as a M.D. and economist, physician at Mass General Hospital and teaches at Harvard, and co-author of a JAMA Internal Medicine paper discussed in this show.

Health for America Fellowship

Applications due April 6 

This yearlong, full-time program is open to young leaders who graduated, or will graduate, between January 2012 and July 2015. We provide a $50,000 stipend to our HFA Fellows, as well as travel opportunities. Although it takes place in the world of healthcare, we are seeking applicants from a broad range of backgrounds, including (but not limited to) entrepreneurship, engineering, design, health, and the humanities.

See flyer for more information. 
Click here  for answers to Frequently Asked Questions.

Flash Seminar: The Affordable Care Act Contested

Professor David Klein, Politics Department
Thursday, March 19th @ 4:00 p.m.
On March 23, 2010, President Obama signed into law the Affordable Care Act, the most significant overhaul of the US healthcare system in over fifty years. Since it was signed into law, it has become one of the most heavily contested achievements of President Obama’s presidency. This term, the Supreme Court is considering who qualifies for federal subsidies that lower the cost of health insurance premiums. This question is one of interpreting a statute rather than the Constitution. In this Flash Seminar, we will look at the challenges of interpreting a statute objectively when policy preferences can so easily push justices a certain way. Join Professor David Klein to discuss the ways in which the Supreme Court acts to interpret laws, both by interpreting statutes and interpreting the Constitution, by looking at the current Affordable Care Act case. Sign up here.

Medical Center Hour - March 18th and 25th

March 18th
12:30-1:30pm 
Unquiet Minds: Living with Bipolar Illness
Kay Redfield Jamison, PhD, 
The Dalio Family Professor in Mood Disorders, Department of Psychiatry, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore MD
Co-presented with the Women's Initiative, Charlottesville VA, in association with the Virginia Festival of the Book

March 25th 
12:30-1:30m
Can't We Talk About Something More Pleasant? 
Roz Chast, Cartoonist, The New Yorker, and Finalist for the 2014 National Book Award in Non-Fiction for Can't We Talk About Something More Pleasant?

The Medical Center Hour takes place in the Jordan Conference Center Auditorium
Watch the Medical Center Hour on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/uvamch

Medical Center Hour - March 4th

Medical Grand Rounds/The Brodie Medical Education Lecture:
Jazz and the Art of Teaching

Wednesday, 4 March 2015, 12:15-1:15 pm (NOTE CHANGE IN START TIME)
Jordan Conference Center Auditorium
University of Virginia School of Medicine
 
Presented by Paul M. Haidet MD MPH
Professor of Medicine, Humanities, and Public Health Sciences
Co-Director, Office for Scholarship in Learning and Education Research Penn State College of Medicine, Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey PA 

Teaching has important parallels to improvisational jazz performance. Jazz musicians on the bandstand both play in the moment and communicate constantly with one another and their audience. Like jazz musicians, teachers must know where they are going in a class, but the pathway to that place is never the same, and they need to stay centered in the present moment and be inventively responsive to learners' unique reactions. In this program, celebrated physician-educator Dr. Paul Haidet explores the jazz concept of voice and translates this to the teaching environment. As teachers (of medicine or other subjects), how can we best shape our own voices, deftly deliver the material, communicate in the moment with diverse learners, and carry a class and its themes through to a satisfying and memorable conclusion?

**Co-presented with the Brodie Medical Education Committee and the Department of Medicine, in observance of Medical Education Research Week

**The Lane Road entrance to the Jordan Conference Center is unlocked 12:00-12:30 pm to allow public access to the Medical Center Hour.

**See Medical Center Hour on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/uvamch. Videos post a week after the program.

UVa FLASH Seminar: Today!

Breakthrough in Cancer Diagnosis and Therapy: Cancers Seen Through the Eyes of the Egg
Professor John Herr, Department of Cell Biology
TODAY (3/2/15) at 5pm
Dr. John Herr leads a team in the Medical School that is fusing knowledge from the fields of reproductive biology and cancer biology to redefine the future of cancer diagnosis and therapy. The seminar will review key discoveries underlying U.Va.’s leading role in opening the exciting field of cancer-oocyte neoantigens, chart the diagnostic and therapeutic innovations under development, and discuss the new Charlottesville company Neoantigenics that is developing new cancer therapies and companion diagnostics. Join us to learn about how precision, personalized cancer medicine may be delivered in the future. Anyone and everyone interested in cancer research is welcome and encouraged to attend. Food will be provided. Sign up here.

Science Straight Up: Emerging Health Technologies Implications of Smartphones in Mobile Health

Thursday, February 26th
7-9pm 
OpenGrounds

Join UVa's computer engineer and graduate student, Philip Asare, in exploring how emerging monitoring systems (like your phone!) have the potential to transofrm personal and professional health management. Free coffee and cookies will be served! More info and RSVP here. Facebook event.

The Surprising Collapse of Marijuana Prohibition: What Now?

Wednesday, February 25th
12:30 - 1:30pm
Jordan Conference Center Auditorium (UVa School of Medicine) 

Marijuana has had a rocky and peculiar history in the United States. While loosening marijuana laws became a mainstream policy idea through the Ford and Carter administrations, in the Reagan White House, a policy of “zero tolerance” took hold and evolved into a new and costly war on all illegal drugs. In 2012, voter initiatives in Colorado and Washington legalized marijuana for recreational use and, in 2014, voters in Washington DC did the same. This seminar will reflect on why marijuana prohibition suddenly collapsed and on what should happen next.