In addition to clinical experiences, regularly scheduled didactic teaching conferences occur on a two year rotation, divided into the following series: Business of Medicine Pediatric Otolaryngology Otology and Audiology Head and Neck Cancer Fundamentals of Otolaryngology Sleep Medicine Thyroid and Parathyroid Facial Plastics Laryngology Rhinology and Allergy Facial Trauma These core conferences are held weekly on Tuesday morning, and are led by the SIU faculty. The residents also meet on their own on Friday mornings and discuss selected book chapters and/or articles in preparation for the

The Southern Illinois University Program in Colorectal Surgery is a collaborative educational program involving academic and private colorectal surgeons who joined together in a program designed to provide excellent postgraduate training in the current practice of colorectal surgery. The catchment area for the Southern Illinois University Program in Colorectal Surgery encompasses the southern two-thirds of Illinois and includes both urban and rural populations. The breadth of pathology seen by surgeons in the SIU Colorectal Program covers the entire spectrum of colorectal disease, from basic

Prepare for the road ahead. Learn how to cope with memory loss. The Early Stage Memory Loss Program is an annual supportive group seminar series for individuals with early stage memory loss and their care partners. Sessions are led by Smith Alzheimer's Center at SIU Medicine professionals, and feature expert information and advice for both persons with memory loss and their families. At each meeting, the group meets for an educational session followed by separate support group sessions, one for persons with memory loss and one for family caregivers. Who can participate? Persons with an early

SIU Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery residency program participates in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP), using the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). This service collates, standardizes and distributes all application materials for those applying. ERAS will provide you with an application and information packet that describes the application process and timetable. We suggest that you follow these basic guidelines so that your application can be completed in a timely fashion: It is critical for you to establish contacts that can provide letters of recommendation

Strengthen muscles and improve balance through exercise and dance. The focus in Stepping Up is on fitness and fun and includes group movement to music and exercises, helping reduce fall risk in adults. Activities are designed to improve flexibility, strength, endurance and balance and are customized to each participant’s specific needs and abilities. Stepping Up is offered weekly. How can I participate? Persons with memory loss are referred to Stepping Up through the Smith Alzheimer's Center's Memory & Aging Clinic. Criteria to participate in Stepping Up: Must have a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s

Music & Memory Program Favorite music can stimulate deep emotional recall, even for those in the advanced stages of dementia. In nursing homes and in-home settings, personalized music has been shown to improve mood, increase physical activity and even reduce the use of antipsychotic medications. The Smith Alzheimer's Center's program provides portable music players to individuals with a memory loss diagnosis. They are filled with the individual's favorite songs, a process that is done either by an SIU team member or the individual's family or friends. To learn more about the benefits of music

Project Descriptions Illinois Department on Aging Project - Illinois has created a dementia-capable home and community-based service delivery system, but service gaps still exist with specific populations with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. Specialized supportive services are needed to target services to the above individuals with dementia and their family caregivers within the existing dementia-capable service system. Assessing Health and Geographic Disparities in Asthma and COPD Morbidity: A GIS Approach - The Illinois Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (IL-BRFSS)

Background: Asthma is a lung disease characterized by repeated episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and nighttime or early morning coughing. The CDC’s National Asthma Control Program looks to assist Americans who suffer from asthma by helping them attain better health and improved quality of life. The CDC’s Asthma Program sponsors states by aiding them in enhancing surveillance of asthma, training health professionals, educating those with asthma and their families, and explaining asthma to the public. In Illinois, the burden of asthma is similar to that of the country as a

Sound & Query is a podcast series produced by the SIU Medical Library. We report on Medical Library events and resources and on topics of interest, including research and activities at SIU School of Medicine. To listen to the podcasts go to http://libguides.siumed.edu/podcasts