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5 events,
Commission for Women – 2022 Salvation Army Thanksgiving Basket Collection
The Salvation Army hopes to provide more than 500 holiday meal baskets to families and individuals in need within our community.
Mother’s Circle
Mother’s Circle
Share your breastfeeding journey and connect with peers at our monthly support group.
ECHO Series: Got Your 6 at Home
ECHO Series: Got Your 6 at Home
This Penn State Project ECHO series will connect veterans and their families to the vital resources they need to adjust to life on the homefront. The case-based series covers topics related to improving veterans’ cognitive, behavioral and emotional health.
Spooky happenings in the Biomedical Research Core Facilities
Spooky happenings in the Biomedical Research Core Facilities
The Biomedical Research Core Facilities are hosting a trick or treat open house. Begin your trick or treating adventure in room C1604. These core facilities are composed of 15 separate units that serve investigators across the College of Medicine, from basic science instrumentation to clinical research support. Come and visit the core facilities on Oct. […]
Pulmonary Fibrosis Support Group
Pulmonary Fibrosis Support Group
This support group provides information of interest to those with pulmonary fibrosis, their family, caregivers and supporters, and offers an opportunity for support and socialization.
5 events,
Final Oral Thesis Defense – Xupeng Hong
Final Oral Thesis Defense – Xupeng Hong
"Determinants of HBV Host Tropism and Roles of HBV Precore/Core Proteins" will be presented at 9 a.m. by Xupeng Hong.
Pulmonary Fibrosis Caregiver Support Group
Pulmonary Fibrosis Caregiver Support Group
This support group provides information to caregivers of those with pulmonary fibrosis and offers a venue to ask questions, share experiences on all aspects of caregiving and pulmonary fibrosis.
Childbirth Preparation
Childbirth Preparation
This four week class covers phases/stages of labor and delivery, comfort measures and breathing techniques to use during labor, pain medication options and what to expect postpartum. It is best if taken in the last 4 months of pregnancy. For registration information, call 717-981-8238 or e-mail hmoretz@pennstatehealth.psu.edu.
5 events,
Healthcare Hackathon 2022
Healthcare Hackathon 2022
Healthcare hackathons bring together individuals from all backgrounds and different points of view to solve everyday problems.
Webinar: Biostatistics & Bioinformatics Seminar – ‘Real real-world evidence’
Webinar: Biostatistics & Bioinformatics Seminar – ‘Real real-world evidence’
Dr. David Madigan, PhD, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, Northeastern University, will present.
Webinar: Novel Methodology for Assessment of Community Participation in Adults with Autism
Webinar: Novel Methodology for Assessment of Community Participation in Adults with Autism
Amanda Pearl, PhD, Associate Professor and Associate Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, will present.
Childbirth Preparation
Childbirth Preparation
This four week class covers phases/stages of labor and delivery, comfort measures and breathing techniques to use during labor, pain medication options and what to expect postpartum. It is best if taken in the last 4 months of pregnancy. For registration information, call 717-981-8238 or e-mail hmoretz@pennstatehealth.psu.edu.
4 events,
Humanities Grand Rounds: The Limits of Trust
Humanities Grand Rounds: The Limits of Trust
"The Limits of Trust: Why Doctors Shouldn't Use Satire-or Should They?" will be presented by Lisa Erdman, MFA, DA, postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Humanities.
Body Zone Lunch and Learn: Lung Cancer Prevention and Screening
Body Zone Lunch and Learn: Lung Cancer Prevention and Screening
Penn State Health experts will lead a discussion on cancer, including prevention and the importance of screening.
Webinar – “Emerging Trends in Federal Funding: Positioning Your Faculty for What’s to Come”
Webinar – “Emerging Trends in Federal Funding: Positioning Your Faculty for What’s to Come”
You are invited to attend a webinar being offered by McAllister & Quinn, a partner to the College of Medicine since 2018.
5 events,
Webinar: Virtual Upstander Cafés
Webinar: Virtual Upstander Cafés
Learn how to stand up to microaggressions and bias and create a more welcoming workplace at Penn State Health.
Webinar: Virtual Upstander Cafés
Webinar: Virtual Upstander Cafés
Learn how to stand up to microaggressions and bias and create a more welcoming workplace at Penn State Health.
Webinar: Virtual Upstander Cafés
Webinar: Virtual Upstander Cafés
Learn how to stand up to microaggressions and bias and create a more welcoming workplace at Penn State Health.
2 events,
Childbirth Preparation
Childbirth Preparation
This all day class covers phases/stages of labor and delivery, comfort measures and breathing techniques to use during labor, pain medication options and what to expect postpartum. It is best if taken in the last 4 months of pregnancy. For registration information, call 717-981-8238 or e-mail hmoretz@pennstatehealth.psu.edu.
5 events,
Mother’s Circle
Mother’s Circle
Share your breastfeeding journey and connect with peers at our monthly support group.
Final Thesis Defense – Natella Maglakelidze
Final Thesis Defense – Natella Maglakelidze
“The Role of Autoimmune Regulator (AIRE) in Keratinocyte Biology and Skin Diseases” will be presented by Natella Maglakelidze.
Webinar: Sustainability Council Meeting
Webinar: Sustainability Council Meeting
The council comprises representatives from each Sustainable Development Goals team and from Penn State Health/Penn State College of Medicine.
7 events,
Final Thesis Defense Seminar – Zhuangzhuang Geng
Final Thesis Defense Seminar – Zhuangzhuang Geng
“Regulation of AUTS2 on Vital Signaling Pathways during Brain Development” will be presented by Zhuangzhuang Geng, PhD candidate in the Biomedical Sciences graduate program.
BERD Seminar: Clinical Trial Monitoring
BERD Seminar: Clinical Trial Monitoring
Presented by Kelly Nye and Paula Valencia-Moulton Register here.
Childbirth Preparation
Childbirth Preparation
This four week class covers phases/stages of labor and delivery, comfort measures and breathing techniques to use during labor, pain medication options and what to expect postpartum. It is best if taken in the last 4 months of pregnancy. For registration information, call 717-981-8238 or e-mail hmoretz@pennstatehealth.psu.edu.
13 events,
Webinar: Biostatistics & Bioinformatics Seminar – ‘Integrative genomics approaches to translate genetic findings to therapeutics for complex diseases’
Webinar: Biostatistics & Bioinformatics Seminar – ‘Integrative genomics approaches to translate genetic findings to therapeutics for complex diseases’
Dr. Bingshan Li, PhD, Associate Professor, Molecular Physiology and Biophysics, Vanderbilt School of Medicine, will present.
The Science Policy Society (SPS) at Penn State: Bridging gaps between those who affect and are affected by science
The Science Policy Society (SPS) at Penn State: Bridging gaps between those who affect and are affected by science
Part of the Penn State CTSI Translational Science Seminar series. Register here.
Guest Seminar: “Integrative genomics approaches to translate genetic findings to therapeutics for complex diseases”
Guest Seminar: “Integrative genomics approaches to translate genetic findings to therapeutics for complex diseases”
Dr. Bingshan Li's research focuses on developing statistical methods and computational tools for genetics and genomics studies and applying these tools for mapping genes associated with human diseases.
Surgical Weight Loss Support Group
Surgical Weight Loss Support Group
Penn State Health offers a monthly surgical weight loss support group providing support and encouragement. Each session includes a topic of discussion.
10 events,
Webinar: Research Document Management Training
Webinar: Research Document Management Training
This is a Research Coordinator Series Workshop that we are now pleased to now offer to the entire Penn State research community! Participants will review the good clinical practice (GCP) definitions and regulations for research data management and define source documentation and list examples. Presenters will discuss the type of essential documents as described in […]
Gratitude event
Gratitude event
The Office for Professional Mental Health will be set up in the BMR Breezeway with some posters for you to express your gratitude. Please stop by and help us remember to be thankful.
Inclusion Academy – Culturally Responsive Care: Medical Care for Afghani and Middle East Refugee
Inclusion Academy – Culturally Responsive Care: Medical Care for Afghani and Middle East Refugee
Join Dr. Joseph Petfield, assistant professor at the Penn State Health Dept of Orthopedics as he discusses addressing the medical care for Afghani and Middle East Refugee Patients. Cultural differences and similarities in the medical care of these populations. 1. Identify basic cultural characteristics of the Afghani and the Middle East populations 2. Recognize basic […]
Deep Brain Stimulation Lunch and Learn
Deep Brain Stimulation Lunch and Learn
Penn State Health Neurosurgery experts provide information on the benefits and risks of deep brain stimulation therapy for treatment of neurological conditions including essential tremor, Parkinson's disease and dystonia.
4 events,
Penn State Health honors our veterans on Veterans Day
November is National Veterans and Military Families Month, a time to acknowledge and honor the duty and sacrifices made by our service members and their families.
Webinar: Protecting Your Intellectual Property (IP)
Webinar: Protecting Your Intellectual Property (IP)
In this session, our experts will provide an overview of what constitutes intellectual property, recent changes to US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) guidelines and how IP can impact the future marketability with investors and industry partners. You will also get an introduction to the IP protection and technology licensing processes at Penn State and […]
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4 events,
Mother’s Circle
Mother’s Circle
Share your breastfeeding journey and connect with peers at our monthly support group.
Webinar: Interactive Storytelling Workshop
Webinar: Interactive Storytelling Workshop
In this free workshop, we'll explore creating playable branching scenarios for medical instruction.
Diabetes Fair
Diabetes Fair
A free community event focusing on important issues for those managing diabetes mellitus.
4 events,
Webinar: Health Services & Behavioral Research Seminar – ‘What we know about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the health of pregnant people’
Webinar: Health Services & Behavioral Research Seminar – ‘What we know about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the health of pregnant people’
Kristin Sznajder, PhD, MPH, Assistant Professor, Public Health Sciences, will present.
BERD Seminar: Data Management Applications for Clinical Research: REDCap and DMS
BERD Seminar: Data Management Applications for Clinical Research: REDCap and DMS
Presented by Paula Valencia-Moulton and Aimee Merchlinski Register here.
Childbirth Preparation
Childbirth Preparation
This four week class covers phases/stages of labor and delivery, comfort measures and breathing techniques to use during labor, pain medication options and what to expect postpartum. It is best if taken in the last 4 months of pregnancy. For registration information, call 717-981-8238 or e-mail hmoretz@pennstatehealth.psu.edu.
8 events,
ECHO Series: Pennsylvania AHEC Community Health Workers
ECHO Series: Pennsylvania AHEC Community Health Workers
This ECHO series seeks to train CHWs in an effort to strengthen Pennsylvania’s public health infrastructure and improve community health outcomes.
Webinar: RQA Lunchtime Lecture – November 2022
Webinar: RQA Lunchtime Lecture – November 2022
“Comparative Medicine Facility Project Update” will be presented.
Webinar: Woodward Center Wednesday Workshop
Webinar: Woodward Center Wednesday Workshop
Tony Dambro, MD, FAAFP, will present "The Why, What and Who in Competency-Based Medical Education." Register here
Webinar: Epidemiology Seminar – ‘The association between Proton Pump Inhibitor use and risk of post-hospitalization Acute Kidney Injury: A multicenter prospective matched cohort study’
Webinar: Epidemiology Seminar – ‘The association between Proton Pump Inhibitor use and risk of post-hospitalization Acute Kidney Injury: A multicenter prospective matched cohort study’
Yue Zhang, MPH, Epidemiology PhD Student, will present.
9 events,
WQXA 105.7 The X hosts ‘Pay 4 Play’ to support Penn State Health Children’s Hospital
WQXA-FM 105.7 The X will host the 16th annual People’s Pay 4 Play to benefit Children’s Miracle Network at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital.
Webinar: Biostatistics & Bioinformatics Seminar – ‘Evaluating the Effects of Vaccination and Prior Infection on SARS-CoV-2 Infection and Severe Outcomes Over Time’
Webinar: Biostatistics & Bioinformatics Seminar – ‘Evaluating the Effects of Vaccination and Prior Infection on SARS-CoV-2 Infection and Severe Outcomes Over Time’
Danyu Lin, PhD, Dennis Gillings Distinguished Professor of Biostatistics, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, will present.
Webinar: Insights Into Identities: The Impact of Privilege
Webinar: Insights Into Identities: The Impact of Privilege
Join Sonya Wilmoth Director of the Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity at Penn State University, as we have a conversation about the impact of privilege.
Webinar: Virtual MD/MPH Info Session
Webinar: Virtual MD/MPH Info Session
The Penn State Master of Public Health (MPH) program offers a five-year MD/MPH joint degree program for medical students enrolled at Penn State College of Medicine.
Take a step toward better health. ‘Walk with a Doc.’
Take a step toward better health. ‘Walk with a Doc.’
“Walk with a Doc” and step into a healthier you with Penn State Health outpatient locations in the Berks region.
3 events,
Webinar: Woodward Center Wednesday Workshop
Webinar: Woodward Center Wednesday Workshop
David Chu, MD, 2022 Junior Faculty Teaching Award recipient, will present. Register here
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1 event,
Thyroid Cancer (ThyCa) Support Group
Thyroid Cancer (ThyCa) Support Group
The Penn State Health Thyroid Cancer Support Group provides information, support and socialization for those managing the condition.
6 events,
Mother’s Circle
Mother’s Circle
Share your breastfeeding journey and connect with peers at our monthly support group.
Penn State Health Hampden Womens and Babies Center Tours
Penn State Health Hampden Womens and Babies Center Tours
These free tours of the new Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center are held the third Monday of the month from noon to 2 p.m. Half-hour time slots are available for up to two adults. Safe sleep and infant car seat information is covered as well.
Penn State Health Women and Babies Center Tour
Penn State Health Women and Babies Center Tour
These free tours of the new Hampden Medical Center are held the third Monday of the month from noon to 2 p.m.
Final Thesis Defense – Hannah Bennett
Final Thesis Defense – Hannah Bennett
"Regional Heterogeneity of the Mural and Vascular Network in the Adult Mouse Brain and Associated Vulnerability and Remodeling in Aging" will be presented by Hannah Bennett.
2 events,
Breastfeeding Basics Class
Breastfeeding Basics Class
This one-evening class covers basic techniques for positioning and latch, how to assess a good feeding, mechanics of producing milk, pumping and storage of breastmilk, and available resources. For registration information, call 717-981-8238 or e-mail hmoretz@pennstatehealth.psu.edu.
2 events,
Tinkercad 3D Printing Holiday Ornament Workshop
Tinkercad 3D Printing Holiday Ornament Workshop
Create a holiday ornament while getting familiar with Tinkercad, one of the easiest 3D modelling apps on the market.
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4 events,
Mother’s Circle
Mother’s Circle
Share your breastfeeding journey and connect with peers at our monthly support group.
Pulmonary Fibrosis Support Group
Pulmonary Fibrosis Support Group
This support group provides information of interest to those with pulmonary fibrosis, their family, caregivers and supporters, and offers an opportunity for support and socialization.
4 events,
Donate life. Donate blood. – November
Donate life. Donate blood. – November
Giving blood is safe and simple. Make an appointment and learn how you can be a life line today.
Inaugural Lecture: Jennifer Kraschnewski, MD, MPH
Inaugural Lecture: Jennifer Kraschnewski, MD, MPH
Jennifer Kraschnewski, MD, MPH, will present "'It Takes a Village…"; Advancing Health Equity Through Clinical and Translational Science.'
7 events,
Time Management session
Time Management session
Time Management" is a 45-50 presentation by the Office of Professional Mental Health that reviews several approaches to time management, identifying how to become more efficient in order to build better work/life balance and wellness.
Webinar: BMS Seminar Series: Peter Turnbaugh, PhD
Webinar: BMS Seminar Series: Peter Turnbaugh, PhD
Dr. Turnbaugh, who serves as a professor in the department of microbiology and immunology at University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine, will present a research seminar as part of the Biomedical Sciences Seminar Series. Email Jessica at jlk296@psu.edu for additional information and the Zoom link.
Webinar: Principles of thalamic development and dysfunction revealed by single-cell transcriptome profiling
Webinar: Principles of thalamic development and dysfunction revealed by single-cell transcriptome profiling
Neuroscience seminar presented by Dr. Doug Epstein, PhD from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.
Baby Boot Camp
Baby Boot Camp
This two week class covers care of your infant from birth to one year, including feeding, bathing, diapering and home safety. For registration information, call 717-981-8238 or e-mail hmoretz@pennstatehealth.psu.edu.
4 events,
Webinar: Commission for Women – Pro Wellness Event
Webinar: Commission for Women – Pro Wellness Event
Penn State Commission for Women presents “Stress Management and Building Positive Self-Esteem Strategies."
Take a step toward better health. ‘Walk with a Doc.’
Take a step toward better health. ‘Walk with a Doc.’
“Walk with a Doc” and step into a healthier you with Penn State Health outpatient locations in the Berks region.
Webinar: Preparation for FDA Inspection Training
Webinar: Preparation for FDA Inspection Training
This is a Research Coordinator Series Workshop that we are now pleased to offer to the entire Penn State research community! This training will help research groups stay prepared for FDA inspections by helping participants understand what to expect in the event of an inspection, who to contact, and what to do in order to […]
6 events,
Webinar: Virtual Upstander Cafés
Webinar: Virtual Upstander Cafés
Learn how to stand up to microaggressions and bias and create a more welcoming workplace at Penn State Health.
Webinar: Woodward Center Colloquium
Webinar: Woodward Center Colloquium
N. Benjamin Fredrick, MD, 2022 Distinguished Educator Award Recipient, will present. The topic is TBD. Register here
Webinar: Virtual Upstander Cafés
Webinar: Virtual Upstander Cafés
Learn how to stand up to microaggressions and bias and create a more welcoming workplace at Penn State Health.
Webinar: Microaggressions: Making Visible the Invisible
Webinar: Microaggressions: Making Visible the Invisible
The Department of Dermatology’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee presents An Afternoon of Diversity.