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E-Report Archive - Volume IV, March 2003
Greetings! PDF Print E-mail
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Vol III, Jan `03
The AMDA Foundation is hosting a range of important research, recognition, education, and fund-raising programs and events during the AMDA Annual Symposium. From the role of the IRB, to a study regarding statin use in nursing homes, to special sessions for early career physicians, established educators, and long term care researchers, the AMDA Foundation seeks to enrich evidence based practice and enhance the quality of care for our nation's elderly.

David Polakoff, MD, CMD --Chair, AMDA Foundation
 
Physicians: Take the Statin Survey PDF Print E-mail
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Vol IV, Mar `03
Investigators from the Foundation's Long Term Care Research Network are conducting a survey of medical directors and attending physicians during the AMDA Annual Symposium. Physicians may take the survey online at Internet Alley (Anaheim Room), at computer terminals in the Crystal Foyer (near Registration), or at the AMDA Foundation Booth (#508) in the Exhibit Hall. Hardcopies of the survey will also be available.
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Internal Review Board Session to Be Held in Orlando PDF Print E-mail
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Vol IV, Mar `03
Larry Lawhorne, MD, the Director of the AMDA Foundation's Research Network is chairing a session entitled "Understanding the Role of the Internal Review Board. Both veteran and new researchers are invited to this program, which will offer insights into the composition of IRBs, mandates including federal regulations for research on animal and human subjects, and IRB's role in the approval and monitoring process for research projects. The session will be held: Friday, March 7, 2003, from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm, in room Crystal K.
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Meet the Quality Improvement Awards Finalists PDF Print E-mail
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Vol IV, Mar `03
Thursday, March 6 from 4:30-7:00 pm, the AMDA Foundation/Pfizer Quality Improvement Awards Finalists will be at their posters to meet judges and attendees, and to answer questions about their projects. Five of the presenters will receive awards of $5,000-$7,000 each. Winners will be announced during the General Session II, Saturday, March 8 from 8:00-10:30 am. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn about innovations in quality improvement in long term care!
 
Foundation To Present Achievement Awards PDF Print E-mail
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Vol IV, Mar `03
The William Dodd Founder's Award recognizes significant contributions to building the organizational strength, image and mission of AMDA. The James Pattee Excellence in Education Award acknowledges significant contributions to the educational goals of AMDA. Both of the aforementioned awards will be presented during the President's Reception, Saturday, March 8.

The Howard Guterman Poster Award was instituted in 1988 to encourage original research submissions to the AMDA Annual Symposium and recognize the most outstanding contribution to the Poster Session. The award will be announced at General Session II, Saturday March 8.
 
Visit the AMDA Foundation Exhibit Booth PDF Print E-mail
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Vol IV, Mar `03
Visit the AMDA Foundation Exhibit Booth #508 to learn latest news about the AHRQ-funded Long Term Care Quality Improvement Partnerships, current Research Network studies, programs for educators and young physicians and more!
 
Show You Care at the Wall of Caring! PDF Print E-mail
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Vol IV, Mar `03
Honor your mentors, patients, and loved ones--while supporting the Foundation's research and mentorship efforts. Stop by the Wall of Caring (AMDA Foundation Booth #508) and compose a message, post a photo or drawing, or display other items in tribute to that special individual or group that has made a difference to you.
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