Dear colleague:
Congratulations to CU Medicine and
At the end of last week, Chancellor Don Elliman and I presented an overview of the current state of the Anschutz Medical Campus and the School of Medicine at the annual board retreat of Children’s Hospital Colorado. We have had an exceptional year – the largest philanthropic gift in campus
On Saturday, October 6, the Carousel of Hope Ball at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif., raising more than $1.9 million to benefit the Children’s Diabetes Foundation and the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes on the Anschutz Medical Campus. The event raises awareness for people living with type 1 diabetes and it has evolved into a Hollywood institution since 1978. This year’s gala honored longtime supporter actor Robert De Niro with the “Brass Ring Award” for his philanthropic efforts and continued dedication to the cause. Comedian Jay Leno served as master of ceremonies and attendees were treated to performances by Gladys Knight, Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds, and David Foster, among others. We are grateful for the outpouring of support for the important work conducted by our physicians and scientists at the Barbara Davis Center. At an event earlier in the day, scientists discussed challenges in implementing diabetes technologies and developing biomarkers for prevention of type 1 diabetes.
The School of Medicine celebrated the generosity of William Arend, MD, Distinguished Professor Emeritus of the University, on Tuesday, October 9, with an event recognizing the establishment of the William P. Arend Endowed Chair in Rheumatology. With a career spanning 40 years of clinical care, teaching, and service to the university and the medical profession, he has been a distinguished scientific leader whose biomedical research has been funded by the National Institutes of Health and several foundations. His discovery of the IL-1 receptor antagonist protein, or IL-1Ra, was important for treating patients with autoimmune and inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and for an improved understanding of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases as a whole, from diabetes to heart attack and stroke. Bill has donated royalties related to the licensing of that drug to fund the endowed chair, which is held by Kevin Deane, MD, associate professor of medicine. We are fortunate to have faculty members as generous as Bill, who are investing in the future success of our faculty and students.
Last week was proclaimed by Gov. John Hickenlooper as Physician Assistants Week in recognition of their contribution to quality, affordable, and accessible patient-centered health care in Colorado. We benefit by having nearly 900 talented and dedicated faculty members who are University of Colorado Advanced Practice Providers and we join the governor in offering our respect and gratitude. At the end of the week, on Friday, October 12, the CU Child Health Associate/Physician Assistant (CHA/PA) program and its alumni association hosted the annual fall CHA/PA reception at the Wynkoop Brewing Co. in LoDo with more than 100 alumni, preceptors, students, faculty and staff attending.
Congratulations to Jennifer Armstrong, MD, MPH, associate professor of pediatrics in the section of neurology, for completing the 2018 Diversity Leadership Program of the American Academy of Neurology (AAN). Jennifer’s participation in the program included making recommendations to the AAN board on how the group can help academic departments establish diversity officers to enhance
The CU Medical Alumni Association hosted A Night at the Ballet on Friday, October 12, bringing together more than 240 alumni, students, residents, faculty, and staff for an evening reception and performance of Sleeping Beauty, presented by Colorado Ballet. Jan Kief, MD, president of the Medical Alumni Association board of directors, welcomed guests and Jessica Parr, MD ’16, thanked generous alumni supporters. We appreciate the great turnout and support from our alumni benefactors.
The School of Medicine is seeking nominations for the 2019 Medical Alumni Association Awards, which recognize alumni for service and commitment to the practice of medicine. Details about the Silver and Gold Award, the Distinguished Achievement Award, the Humanitarian Award, and the Richard Krugman Award for Distinguished Service and a link for nominations are posted at the Medical Alumni Association Awards website. For questions, contact the Office of Alumni
Have a good week,
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