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Clinical trials offer patients access to cutting edge cancer treatment protocols. Simmons Cancer Institute (SCI) strives to be an active participant in the development of these new standards of care. Studies at SCI encompass new approaches to cancer from prevention and screening/diagnostic modalities to advances in treatment strategies. Please contact our Clinical Research Office to determine in you have a patient that may qualify for a study. What is a clinical trial? A clinical trial is a study done to find new ways of helping people with different health care needs. The main goal of a

In May each year the global health community comes together to celebrate Clinical Trials Day, honoring advancements in medical research and the essential role of clinical trials in improving patient outcomes. Clinical Trials Day is sponsored by the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP). Are you interested in participating in a clinical trial? See if you are eligible today! https://redcap.siumed.edu/surveys/?s=8JTT9JJA3W

Center seeks patients, care partners to advance therapies

Closing Care Gaps with Telehealth Expansion in Illinois A global pandemic has accelerated the use of telehealth services to keep patients healthy at home and to protect health care professionals on the front lines. Across the country, academic medical centers like SIU School of Medicine (SIU SOM) are using emergency, temporary rules for telehealth to reach medically underserved populations in small urban and rural areas in need of better health outcomes. Health disparities and care gaps for rural and underserved communities preceded COVID-19 and will remain when the crisis has ended. It’s time

Create a life that reflects what matters most. Through coaching and/or an immersive forest therapy experience, Cassandra Claman, MD, '83 , helps physicians and other professionals learn to foster their values, encourage self-compassion, and find fulfillment. Do you ever feel… …burned out, exhausted, stressed, anxious, overwhelmed, like an impostor, disengaged, lost, isolated, ashamed, disconnected, disillusioned, depressed, hopeless, confused, disorganized, like perfection is the only option? The harsh reality is that whatever you are not changing, you are choosing. It is never too late to

Coaching Services Overview: Center for Human and Organizational Potential At the Center for Human and Organizational Potential (cHOP) at SIU School of Medicine, we offer a diverse range of coaching services designed to help individuals achieve their highest levels of personal and professional performance. Our services include Emotional Intelligence Coaching, Leadership Coaching, Executive Coaching, Career Coaching, Life Coaching, and Health and Wellness Coaching. Our team consists of highly trained, certified, and credentialed coaches dedicated to providing exceptional support and guidance

Research indicates a potential physician shortage could occur in the U.S. within the next decade. A new program in Coles County aims to combat that trend by boosting interest in medical careers during high school. Students from Charleston, Mattoon and Oakland High Schools, as well as many homeschooled students, have met monthly since September to learn from health care professionals in the region. SIU School of Medicine's Eastern regional office is now expanding the Health CareeRx Club program to include three more schools from neighboring Edgar and Cumberland Counties: Kansas, Cumberland and

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (Springfield) relies on the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative Program (CITI) to fulfill Financial Conflict of Interest (FCOI) Training required for all personnel involved in federally funded research. Successful completion of Financial Conflict of Interest training is required before research personnel can engage in research activities. Once successfully completed, the training is good for four years. Automated renewal notices will alert you to when you must renew your training. New employees must register and complete the CITI FCOI