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February 2012 February 3 - Simmons Cancer Institute Offers Scarf Tying Class -- A “Tying, Tea, Talk and Touch” class will be held from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. on Monday, February 13 at Simmons Cancer Institute (SCI) at SIU School of Medicine, 315 W. Carpenter St. in Springfield. January 2012 January 31 - SIU Med School Sets Black History Month Activities -- Black History Month will be celebrated with eight programs at SIU School of Medicine, including a presentation about the future in diversity. All events are open to the public. January 25 - Simmons Cancer Institute’s Summer Internship Program Expands -- Qualified undergraduate college students who plan a career in medicine or research with a focus on cancer are invited to apply for a summer lab internship program at Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU School of Medicine in Springfield. January 20 - Robbins Named First Simmons Cancer Institute Endowed Chair -- Dr. K. Thomas Robbins, professor of otolaryngology at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and director of Simmons Cancer Institute, has been named the recipient of the Simmons Cancer Institute Endowed Chair of Excellence in Oncology at SIU School of Medicine. January 12 - SIU Med School Sponsors Ethnic Heritage Day for Chinese Culture -- An Ethnic Heritage Day celebration featuring Chinese culture will be held Tuesday, January 24, at SIU School of Medicine. January 12 - HPV Prevention and Treatment to Be Discussed at Free Public Event -- The public is invited to hear a discussion about HPV (Human Papillomavirus), a sexually transmitted virus and the cancers it can cause, Tuesday, January 31, at Simmons Cancer Institute (SCI) at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield. January 12 - SIU Med School Fertility Seminar Open to the Public -- Infertility treatment options will be the focus of a public education forum to be presented by the Fertility and IVF Center at SIU School of Medicine. January 10 - Diabetes and Healthy Eating Classes Offered at SIU Med School -- Classes in healthy eating and diabetes self management will be offered by the Division of Endocrinology at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. December 21 - CME Receives Reaccreditation -- The Continuing Medical Education program (CME) at SIU School of Medicine has received reaccreditation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education for six years. December 20 - Heisler Scholarship Awarded -- Jacob Moss, a junior from Rexburg, Idaho, has been awarded the 2011 Kurt Heisler, M.D., Scholarship at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. December 19 - NIH Grant Supports Ovarian Cancer Research -- A scientist at SIU School of Medicine in Carbondale has been awarded a five-year federal NIH grant to study dietary interventions to suppress ovarian cancer. December 14 - Students Receive SIMA, Huggins Scholarships -- Two fourth-year medical students from SIU School of Medicine have received scholarships from the Southern Illinois Medical Association (SIMA). December 8 - Alumni Scholarships Awarded -- Five medical students have received Alumni Scholarship awards at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. December 8 - German Culture Featured for Ethnic Heritage -- An Ethnic Heritage Day celebration featuring German culture will be held Tuesday, December 13, at SIU School of Medicine. December 7 - Social Media Conference Scheduled -- Social media in the public health world is the topic of an upcoming conference for health administrators, educators, nurses and communicators. December 7 - Reiki Offered to Cancer Patients -- Cancer patients will have the opportunity to experience the relaxing techniques of Reiki, a Japanese stress reduction technique, beginning in January 2012 at Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU School of Medicine. December 6 - Hertweck Scholarship Awarded -- Clayton Parks, a first-year medical student, has received a monetary award from the Virginia J. Hertweck Memorial Endowment Scholarship at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. November 29 - Alzheimer’s Disease Patients Being Recruited -- Individuals who are diagnosed with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease are needed to participate in a national multi-site study of the drug bapineuzumab at SIU School of Medicine. November 29 - Burkhart Scholarship Awarded -- Carla Essling, a fourth-year medical student, has received a monetary award from the Kate Burkhart Medical Scholarship Endowment at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. November 28 - Borkon Scholarship Awarded -- James Winters, a first-year medical student, has received a monetary award from the Dr. Eli and Claire Borkon Scholarship at SIU School of Medicine. November 22 - Kathryn Terry Scholarships Awarded -- Five medical students have received monetary awards from the Kathryn Terry Scholarship at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. November 21 - Tinnitus Patients Being Sought for Study -- Patients suffering from tinnitus are needed to participate in a controlled clinical trial at SIU School of Medicine’s Division of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery. November 18 - Parkinson's Disease Patients Being Recruited -- Individuals who are diagnosed with early stage Parkinson’s disease are being recruited by Southern Illinois University School of Medicine as part of a national study of the drug pioglitazone (Actos®). November 17 - Two Receive Professional Honors -- Two doctors from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine have received professional honors. November 15 - Cancer Patients Healthy Weight Program Set -- The importance of maintaining a healthy weight while going through cancer treatment is the topic of a free event at Simmons Cancer Institute at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (SCI) and Memorial Medical Center (MMC). November 15 - Newly Diagnosed Cancer Patients Get Insights on Treatment -- A class for newly diagnosed cancer patients is designed to provide insight and answers about treatment, advocacy, clinical trials and other questions that typically come with a cancer diagnosis. November 14 - SIU Med School Receives Federal Grant to Study Hearing Loss in Cancer Patients -- A research scientist at SIU School of Medicine has been awarded a three-year federal grant to study hearing loss in cancer patients. November 4 - Diabetes Program Earns Education Recognition -- The diabetes program at SIU School of Medicine in Springfield has been recognized by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) for Quality Diabetes Self Management Education. November 4 - Godwin Honored for 10th Year -- Dr. John Godwin, professor and chief of the hematology and oncology division in the Department of Internal Medicine at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield has been named one of America’s Top Doctors for the 10th consecutive year. November 3 - "ThinkFirst" Poinsettia Sale Set -- “ThinkFirst,” an injury prevention program offered by Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, is launching its ninth annual poinsettia fundraiser. October 31 - Varney Receives National Teaching Award -- Dr. Andrew Varney, professor of internal medicine at SIU School of Medicine, has been selected to receive the Parker J. Palmer Courage to Teach Award from the American College of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). October 27 - Employees Honored for Service -- The School of Medicine has honored 58 employees for their years of service working in Springfield, Decatur and Quincy. October 27 - Carbondale Employees Honored for Service -- Southern Illinois University School of Medicine has honored 16 employees this fall for their years of service in Carbondale. October 25 - Two Federal Grants Support Cancer Research -- A research scientist at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield has been awarded two federal grants from the National Cancer Institute, a division of the National Institutes of Health. October 18 - SCI to Offer Personal Trainer Services -- A personal trainer will be available to develop an exercise program for individuals experiencing cancer treatment through the Side-by-Side program at Simmons Cancer Institute at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. October 14 - Templeton Scholarship Awarded -- Jared Henrichs, a first-year medical student, has received a monetary award from the J.S. Templeton, M.D., Memorial Scholarship at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. October 12 - SCI Offers Meditation Classes -- Cancer patients, their families and caregivers are invited to attend an upcoming series of free meditation workshops. October 12 - Diversity Week Events Set -- Diversity Week is being celebrated with several public activities and two national speakers at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine In Springfield from Monday, October 24 to Friday, October 28. October 11 - SCI Offers Scarf Tying Class -- A "Tying, Tea, Talk, and Touch" class will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 25 at Simmons Cancer Institute at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, 315 W. Carpenter St. in Springfield. October 11 - Torry Receives Research Award -- A faculty researcher at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine has received a lifetime achievement award for reporductive immunology research. October 6 - Memory Loss Conference Set -- Memory loss is the topic of a conference for family and caregivers to be presented by the Center for Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders (CADRD) in Springfield. October 6 - Landecker Scholarship Awarded -- A first-year medical student has received a scholarship award at SIU School of Medicine. October 5 - Nutrition Class Set for Cancer Survivors -- A discussion about nutrition issues for women cancer survivors will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 26 at Simmons Cancer Institute at Southern Illinois University 315 W. Carpenter St., Springfield. October 5 - Employment Open House Set -- Job opportunities for various civil service positions will be discussed at an open house from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 26, at the Office of Human Resources of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. September 30 - SIU Treats Childhood Cancer for 20 Years -- In today's world of modern medicine, the prognosis is good for many types of childhood cancer. September 23 - Exercise Class Set for Cancer Patients -- Simmons Cancer Institute is offering a new exercise class to help cancer patients minimize side effects of treatments and improve strength. September 13 - African-American Students Begin Training -- Seven African-American students in the Class of 2015 started their training in August at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. September 12 - Cancer Patient Nutrition Program Set -- Good nutrition during cancer treatment and helping cancer patients cope with nausea and other side effects of treatments are the topics of a free even sponsored by Simmons Cancer Institute at Southern Illinois University and Memorial Medical Center. September 12 - Prostate Cancer Screening Set -- The Regional Cancer Partnership of Illinois will provide free prostate cancer screenings on September 29 at Union Baptist Church, 1405 E. Monroe St., Springfield. September 8 - Breast Milk Best Says Lactation Expert -- "When it comes to nutrition, the best first food for babies is breast milk," says Erin Paris, registered dietitian and lactation consultant at SIU SOM. September 8 - Denim & Diamonds Fundraiser Scheduled -- Simmons Cancer Institute is hosting its 11th "Denim & Diamonds" fundraiser October 22. September 7 - Cancer Program Offers Emotional Support -- The Side-by-Side Wellness Center of the Simmons Cancer Institute helps patients manage the physical and psychological effects of living with cancer. September 7 - Hispanic and Latino Culture Day Set -- An Ethnic Heritage Day celebration featuring Hispanic and Latino cultures will be held September 20. September 6 - Healthy Eating Classes Offered -- Simmons Cancer Institute and Lincoln Land Community College's Community Learning and Culinary Arts programs are partnering to offer a series of non-credit classes focusing on healthy eating. August 31 - New Course Offered to Cancer Patients -- Cancer patients who have completed active anti-cancer treatment within the past two years are invited to a new course, “Cancer Transitions: Moving Beyond Treatment.™” August 30 - Lymphedema Discussion Set -- Women who have been treated for cancer will have the opportunity to learn about a possible side effect of treatment, lymphedema, on September 28 at Simmons Cancer Center. August 29 - Cancer Diagnosis Class Offered -- "Cancer Diagnosis? What's Next?", a free class for newly diagnosed cancer patients and their loved ones will be offered September 22 at Simmons Cancer Center. August 26 - Med Students to Hold Fundraisers -- Medical students will sponsor two fundraising events in September to support a medical mission trip to Honduras. August 25 - Men's Night Out Scheduled -- Men's health screenings and information will be the focus of "SIU Men's Night Out," featuring Cardinals legends Whitey Herzog and Red Schoendienst on September 22. August 25 - Residents to Role-Play Low-Income Life -- SIU residents will get a glimpse of challenges of life in poverty by participating in a poverty demonstration on August 31. August 19 - 2011 Baby Day Set -- New and expecting parents and child-care providers are invited to the "2011 Baby Day," sponsored by SIU HealthCare and ABC NewsChannel 20. August 9 - Scarf Tying Class Offered to Cancer Patients -- A “Tying, Tea, Talk, and Touch” class will be held from 2:30-4 p.m. on Monday, August 29, 2011 at Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU. August 3 - Meditation Course Offered for Cancer Patients - Simmons Cancer Institute will offer a three-week meditation workshop beginning August 24. July 28 - Telehealth Names New Director - Glenn Groesch has been appointed director of Telehealth Networks and Programs at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. July 27 - Native American Culture Featured for Ethnic Heritage - Joyce Surbeck-Harris, Ph.D.,will discuss Native American healing practices on August 16 at SIU School of Medicine. July 25 - SCI Program Stresses Communication - A communication skills program for cancer patients, their families and caregivers will be offered at Simmons Cancer Institute. July 22 - Three Appointed Chiefs of Their Divisions - Three faculty members of the Department of Internal Medicine have been appointed chiefs of their divisions. July 21 - Annual Pearson Lecture Set - Mark Twain scholar and impersonator Warren Brown will present "The History of Science, As Told by Mark Twain" at 6 p.m, August 11, in SIU's South Auditorium. July 20 - SCI Offers Yoga Class -- Yoga classes tailored for individuals who are undergoing cancer treatment or who have had cancer will begin Wednesday, July 27. July 20 - "Cancer Diagnosis" Class Announced -- A class for cancer patients who have just received a cancer diagnosis and their families will be offered at Simmons Cancer Institute. July 18 - Bladder Control Problems Treated --Urinary incontinence is an embarrassing medical condition that affects millions of women. It is very treatable but should be addressed early says Sohail Siddque, M.D. July 15 - Car Seat Inspection Offered -- ThinkFirst, an injury prevention program offered by Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, will provide free car seat inspections and traffic safety education from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday, July 27 in Beardstown. July 13 - Mind-Body Course Offered for Cancer Patients -- A free six-week mind-body skills course is being offered in Springfield by Simmons Cancer Institute at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and St. John's Hospital. July 7 - Carlson New PR Director -- Karen V. Carlson has been named director of Public Affairs and Community Relations at SIU School of Medicine. July 6 - SCI Donor Wall Dedicated -- A donor wall celebrating the names of more than 100 individuals, organizations and businesses has been dedicated at Simmons Cancer Institute at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield. July 6 - NIH Funds Aging Research -- A research scientist at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield has been awarded a two-year federal grant from the National Institutes of Health to study the impact of early developmental influences on aging and lifespan. June 2011 June 23 - Employee of the Year Awarded -- The Civil Service Employee of the Year for Carbondale was given. June 21 - SCI Program Addresses Nutrition -- A program designed to assist cancer patients with healthy eating at home and away. June 20 - Community Support Network Art Exhibit Set -- Artwork created by members of the Community Support Network will be displayed. June 15 - Internships Begin at Cancer Institute -- Area students participate in Simmons Cancer Institute intern program. June 15 - Pharmacology Awards Announced -- Four researchers receive awards from SIU department of pharmacology. June 14 - Scarf Tying Class Set for Cancer Patients -- A class for women dealing with hair loss to learn how to tie a headscarf. June 14 - Humanism, Teaching Awards Announced -- Honors and Awards were announced as part of the 37th commencement held in Springfield. June 10 - Program Stresses Cancer Communcations -- A communication skills program for cancer patients, their families and caregivers will be offered at Simmons Cancer Institute at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. June 9 - Faculty Promotions Announced -- Academic promotions have been awarded to 13 faculty members at SIU School of Medicine. June 8 - Med Students Honor Carbondale Mentor -- A family medicine physician in Vienna is the Carbondale Mentor of the Year. June 8 - Med School Employee Honored -- A family and community medicine employee in Quincy, has been named civil service employee of the month for June. (portrait of Adam Bruns) June 6 - Cancer Institute to Hold Butterfly Release -- The Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU School of Medicine will hold its second Butterfly Release in the Thomas Garden of Hope at the Institute. June 3 - Med School Names HR Director - Penny L. McCarty has been promoted to executive director of human resources at SIU School of Medicine. (portrait of McCarty) June 2 - COCO Golf Scramble Set -- Four-person teams are being formed for the annual charity golf scramble in June benefiting the Camp COCO Children’s Cancer Fund at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. |
