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E-Report Archive - Volume XXIII, April 2006
Research Network Addresses Decision Making Capacity, Other Controversial Issues PDF Print E-mail
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Vol XXIII, April `06
Defining and assessing decision making capacity is an ongoing challenge for researchers. "Ultimately, we're talking about making a decision--where does the buck stop?" said Scott Kim, MD, PhD, from the University of Michigan Bioethics Program.
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Premier Art Auction Is a Study in SuccessPremier Art Auction Is a Study in Success PDF Print E-mail
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Vol XXIII, April `06
"This has been a great way to support the Foundation. There is some terrific artwork here that reminds us how creative, talented, and productive many of our residents still are," said Dennis Stone, MD, CMD, at the AMDA Foundation's first annual art auction. Over $35,000 was raised during the event held during AMDA's 2006 Annual Symposium. In addition to silent and live auctions, the evening featured gourmet desserts and jazz.
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Ewigman to AMDA Members: Join the Research Network PDF Print E-mail
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Vol XXIII, April `06
"Every AMDA member should join the Foundation's Research Network," said Bernard Ewigman, MD, Professor and Chair of Family Medicine at the University of Chicago, at the Opening General Session of AMDA's 2006 Annual Symposium in Dallas, Texas. Why join the Network? Because, he stated, "Your patients deserve it." He added, "We need your clinical questions, your clinical judgment, and your patients to participate in studies."
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Wall of Caring Breaks Record PDF Print E-mail

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Vol XXIII, April `06
Tributes to colleagues, family members, patients, and mentors built the Wall of Caring, a symbol of the commitment that AMDA members and friends have made to the Foundation and its long term care research efforts. The Wall raised a record total $53,063 through the generosity of donors and a $20,000 matching grant from Ortho Biotech.

CLICK HERE to read some of the moving tributes that were posted on the Wall.
 
Foundation's First Annual Report Available PDF Print E-mail

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Vol XXIII, April `06
The AMDA Foundation released its first-ever annual report at the AMDA Annual Symposium in Dallas. The document details the Foundation's efforts, successes, and activities during 2005. It also includes financial information for that year. This historic document clarifies how far the AMDA Foundation has come in a short time.

If you would like a copy of the annual report, contact Chris Danihel at (410) 992-3134 or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .
 
Futures Program Get Rave Reviews PDF Print E-mail
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Vol XXIII, April `06
The Futures Program, which is designed to introduce follows and residents to long term care and careers as medical directors, has continued to draw crowds and garner enthusiastic reviews. Here is just a sampling of what this year's participants had to say:
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