Science Writing Course (Begins April 17)—The Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences will offer its annual writing course, entitled "How to Write & Talk Science to Scientists & Non-Scientists," to graduate students, medical students, and fellows, beginning Monday evening, April 17, and extending through Monday, June 19. The seminar, taught by Drs. John Wagner and Jonathan Weil, is designed to help students develop an appreciation for, and an ability to critique, the elements that are the basis of good scientific communication—both in writing and speaking.  For more information, call Dr. Wagner at 746-6582 (ext. 6-6586).

Weill Cornell Co-Sponsors Millennium Lecture Series Exploring the Impact of Genetics and Molecular Biology in the 21st Century (April 18-May 23)—Weill Cornell Medical College has joined with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, and the American Museum of Natural History in sponsoring a special lecture series addressing the theme Revolutionizing Medicine in the 21st Century: The Impact of Genetics and Molecular Biology.  The remaining lectures in the series are scheduled for April 18 and 25, and May 9, 16, and 23 (all on Tuesday) and will be held at the American Museum of Natural History, 79th Street and Central Park West, Main Auditorium, 7:00-8:30 p.m. On April 18, Nobel Laureate Dr. Günter Blobel, Professor of Cell Biology at Rockefeller University, will speak about "The Empowered Cell."  Professor Bartha Knoppers of the Faculty of Law of the University de Montreal, will present a lecture and lead a panel discussion on ethics entitled "Ethical and Legal Implications of Genetic Medicine" on April 25.  Dr. Karen Antman, Director of the Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, will speak on the topic "Cancer: New Weapons, New Directions" on May 9.  On May 16, Weill Cornell’s Dr. Ronald Crystal, Director of the Institute of Genetic Medicine, will speak on the topic "Gene Therapy Enters Adolescence: Progress and Issues." The final lecture in the series will be presented by Dr. Samuel Waksal, President and CEO of ImClone Systems, Inc., who will speak about "Generating New Cells, New Organs: Stem Cell Research and Applications" on May 23. Customary Museum fees apply:  $50 for the series ($45 for Museum members, students, and senior citizens); or $12 per lecture ($10 for Museum members, students, and senior citizens). To register for tickets, call 439-4300.

Community Health & Wellness Seminars (April 18 to May 23)—New York Weill Cornell’s Office of Public Affairs is sponsoring its spring seminar series on five Tuesdays between April 18 and May 23. Topics are as follows: "Successful Aging: Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Strategies to Age Well" (April 18); "Body Sculpting for the Millennium: Liposuction, Breast Reduction/Augmentation & Tummy Tucks" (May 2); "Unlocking Jaw Pain: Solutions for Pain Relief from Teeth Grinding, Arthritis and Jaw Injuries" (May 9); "Lose Weight for Life: Treatments with Medications & Surgery" (May 16); and "Take Heart: Coronary Disease, Treatment Alternatives & Cardiac Rehabilitation" (May 23). All seminars will begin at 7:00 p.m. in Uris Auditorium, 1300 York Avenue (at 69th St.), except the May 16th seminar, which will be held at Lenox Hill Neighborhood House Auditorium (331 East 70th St.).  Seminars are free and open to the public.  For more information, call 821-0888.

The 2000 Richard T. Silver Distinguished Visiting Professor Lecture (Medical Grand Rounds) (April 20)—Dr. Richard Schilsky, Associate Dean for Clinical Research at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, will deliver the 2000 Richard T. Silver Distinguished Visiting Professor Lecture, entitled "New Directions in Therapy for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer," in Uris Auditorium at 11 a.m. 

OSHA In-Service Training (May 2 & 11)—The following educational sessions are being offered as part of the continuing in-service training on Health and Safety regulations on the Medical College’s Chemical Hygiene Plan and Bloodborne Exposure Plan. Chemical Hygiene Plan: Thursday, May 11, 10 am to 12 noon.  Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Plan: Tuesday, May 2, 10 am to 12 noon. All sessions will be held in A-950.  Participation in one session per year is mandatory under Federal (OSHA) regulations for all laboratory workers, including graduate students, medical students and postdoctoral fellows as well as their faculty supervisors, who work with chemicals or with human blood as well as other potentially infectious materials. 

Family Caregiving Conference (May 9)—The United Hospital Fund will sponsor a conference entitled "Family Caregiving: Today’s Outlook, Tomorrow’s Prospects," at the New York Academy of Medicine (1216 Fifth Ave., at 103rd St.) on Tuesday, May 9, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Please register early, as space is limited.  For program information, visit www.uhfnyc.org, or call 494-0700, ext. 761 or 762.

Minority Visiting Professorship Program (May 15-17)—The Department of Public Health, in conjunction with the Center for Multicultural and Minority Health, presents the Minority Visiting Professorship Program.  Minority Visiting Professor Dr. Joan Reede, Associate Dean for Faculty Development and Diversity at Harvard Medical School, will be on hand for the three-day series of lectures, seminars, and informal discussion with residents, students, public health specialists, and faculty.  For more information, contact Maritza at 746-1264 or Denise at 746-9661.

A Quarter Century Landmark Plus! Update Your Medicine June 2000 Course (June 26-30)—Sponsored by the Weill Medical College and the Association of Practicing Physicians of The New York Hospital, the Update Your Medicine Program presents a practical CME course—including lectures, workshops, and Meet-the-Professor luncheons. (37.50 Category I AMA-PRA credit.)  Additional 11.5 credits available for Hands-on Workshops.  This program has also been reviewed and is acceptable for 37.50 elective hours by the American Academy of Family Physicians.  For further information, contact Dr. Lila Wallis, Director, or Debora Laan, Coordinator, at 746-4752; website: www.med.cornell.edu/update.your.medicine.

State-Mandated Infection Control and Child Abuse Courses—The state-mandated Infection Control and Child Abuse Courses required for licensure in New York State are offered regularly by the School of Continuing Education for Nurses, New York Weill Cornell Center.  The remaining schedule for 2000 is: Infection Control Update: May 18, June 8, July 20, Aug. 3, Sept. 21, Oct. 19, Nov. 16, Dec. 7; Infection Control Core Course: June 8, Aug. 3, Oct. 19, Dec. 7; Child Abuse Course: May 11, July 13, Aug. 10, Sept. 28, Nov. 9. All classes are held in Nursing Education, Payson House Sub-basement. The fee is $35.00. Preregistration is suggested, as seating is limited.  To register, stop by the School, Payson House Basement.  For more information, please call 746-1224.

Monday, April 17

12:30 pm Endocrine/Metabolic Bone Conf.—"Case Presentations"—Dr. David Zackson—Payson 2 Conf. Rm. (lunch served).

5:00 pm Ob/Gyn Grand Rounds—"Hormonal Management of the Menopause: Implications for Women’s Health"—Dr. Lee Shulman, Chicago College of Medicine, Univ. of Illinois —Uris Aud. 

Tuesday, April 18

1:30 pm Dermatology Grand Rounds—"Patient Viewing"—ST-301.

2:15 pm Dermatology Grand Rounds—"Case Discussion"—A-950.

4:00 pm Infectious Diseases Conf.—"Clinical Presentations"—Drs. Barry Hartman and Warren Johnson—A-450.

4:00 pm Progress in Neuroscience Seminar—"Formation of Synaptic Vesicles In Vivo and In Vitro"—Dr. Regis Kelly, Univ. of California, San Francisco—Weill Aud. (C-2).

Wednesday, April 19

1:00 pm David Rogers Health Policy Colloquium—"The Digital World Reshapes the Medical Library"—Dr. Robert Braude—A-126.

3:45 pm SKI Seminar—"FGF Signaling Pathways in Early Mouse Cell Lineages"—Dr. Janet Rossant, Univ. of Toronto—MSKCC (RRL).

Thursday, April 20

7:30 am Catheterization Conf.—"Case Presentations and Discussions"—ST-460.

8:30 am Pediatrics Grand Rounds—"The Chernobyl Accident and Its Consequences"—Dr. David Becker—Uris Aud.

11:00 am Medical Grand Rounds (2000 Richard T. Silver Distinguished Visiting Professor)—"New Directions in Therapy for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer"—Dr. Richard Schilsky, The Univ. of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine—Uris Aud. (General Staff Meeting follows.)

5:00 pm Surgery Grand Rounds—TBA—Uris Aud.

Friday, April 21

3:45 pm SKI Seminar—"Eukaryotic Gene Transcription: Mechanism and Regulation at Atomic Resolution"—Dr. Roger Kornberg, Stanford Univ. School of Medicine—MSKCC (RRL).

Monday, April 24

5:00 pm Ob/Gyn Grand Rounds—"Maternal Matters in Fetal Cardiology"—Dr. Stuart Weiner, Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson Univ.—Uris Aud.

Tuesday, April 25

11:00 am NYPH-Westchester Clinical Grand Rounds—"Engaging the Dually Diagnosed Individual in Treatment in a Managed Care Environment"—Dr. Harris Stratyner—Center Bldg. Aud. (Westchester).

1:30 pm Dermatology Grand Rounds—"Patient Viewing"—ST-301.

2:15 pm Dermatology Grand Rounds—"Case Discussion"—A-950.

4:00 pm Infectious Diseases Conf.—"Clinical Presentations"—Drs. Barry Hartman and Warren Johnson—A-450.

4:00 pm Pharmacology Research Seminar—"The Cytochrome P450 Fatty Acid Monooxygenases and the Pathophysiology of Monogenic Hypertension"—Dr. Jorge Capdevila, Vanderbilt Univ. School of Medicine—Weill Aud. (C-2).

Wednesday, April 26

11:00 am Psychiatry Grand Rounds—"Lithium Turns 50: Where Does It Stand in the Treatment of Bipolar Disorder?"—Dr. Frederick Goodwin, George Washington Univ. Medical Center—Uris Aud.

1:00 pm David Rogers Health Policy Colloquium—"Columbia’s Telemedicine Demonstration: Implications for Policy"—Dr. Steve Shea, Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons—Whitney 117.

4:00 pm Clinical Nephrology Conf.—"Hypertension"—Dr. Thomas Pickering—M-220.

5:00 pm Dean’s Hour—"Tourette Syndrome and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: New Biological Perspectives"—Dr. Rich Trifiletti—Weill Aud. (C-2).

Thursday, April 27

8:30 am Pediatrics Grand Rounds—"Replacing the Surgeon: The Emerging Role of Pediatric Catheterization Laboratory"—Dr. Robert Pass, Columbia Univ. College of Physicians & Surgeons—Uris Aud.

11:00 am Medical Grand Rounds—"An Electrophysiologist’s Approach to Syncope"—Dr. Suneet Mittal—Uris Aud. 

5:00 pm Surgery Grand Rounds—"The Evolution of Pancreatic Resection"—Dr. John Chabot, Columbia Univ.—Uris Aud.

Friday, April 28 - (No listings received).

Monday, May 1

12:30 pm Endocrine/Metabolic Bone Conf.—"Case Presentations"—Dr. David Zackson—Payson 2 Conf. Rm. (lunch served).

5:00 pm Ob/Gyn Grand Rounds—"History of Radical Pelvic Surgery"—Dr. Robert Knapp, Harvard Medical School—Uris Aud.

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