ENT surgeon named fellow of Triological Society

The American Laryngological, Rhinological and Otological Society, Inc., better known as the Triological Society, has named SIU Medicine surgeon Sandra Ettema, MD, PhD, CCC/SLP, a fellow of its 124

36th Annual Shannon Stauffer, MD, Orthopedic Conference

The 36th Annual Shannon Stauffer, MD Orthopedic Conference was held at the Memorial Center for Learning and Innovation on May 31. It featured Visiting Professor Dr. Allan E. Gross, Division of

Mentees and mentors: 3 resources to help you make the most of your relationship

What does the latest research say about mentees and mentors, specifically in academic medicine, and how can you make the most of your mentor-mentee relationship? Alliance for Women in Medicine and

June Employee of the Month | Melissa Nicol, RD

The Jun e 2019 Employee of the Month is Melissa Nicol , registered detitian in the Department of Clinical Affairs (Maternal Fetal Medicine). Her nominator said: “Melissa is a tremendous asset to our

First Quarterly Patient Experience Award Presented to OBGYN

Each quarter, a traveling trophy will be awarded to a clinical department to recognize the most improvement in patient experience scores from the previous quarter. Designed to encourage teams to work

Patient Experience Highlight | Maretta Sullivan

As part of our continuing mission to provide exceptional patient experience at SIU and in tandem with Dr. Lausen’s colleague recognition program we are back with another month of positive patient

Being present: A reflection on active listening

At a recent meeting I had the privilege of spending some time with a colleague from a large health care institution. She is a highly accomplished and impactful individual where she works, possesses a

Students take skin safety poolside

May is National Melanoma Awareness Month. On Saturday, May 25, SIU medical students hosted a kick-off event at the Nelson Center pool to raise awareness about the importance of using sunscreen to

SIU in the News

5.25.19. Herald News . Logan County Veterans Assistance Commission, SIU Medicine partner to provide behavioral health program for veterans. 5.25.19. News Channel 20 . Allison Frey , Class of 2020. SIU