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Brains have an amazing ability to learn and store information for long periods - in some cases, a lifetime. A major challenge in neuroscience is to understand how neuronal networks are sculpted by experience and how proteins/genes contribute to circuit modification. The goal of Dr. Shepherd's research is to understand information storage, from the molecular level through  in vivo  neuronal networks and how these processes go awry in neurological disorders. His lab utilizes coordinated biochemical, cell biological, electrophysiological and imaging studies both  in vitro  and  in vivo .

Dr. Al-Hashimi’s research focus is the theoretical design and implementation of new NWR experiments for probing the physicochemical properties of biomolecules, with particular interest in RNA and DNA and the proteins and small molecules that bind to them.  Dr. Al-Hashimi is the recipient of multiple awards and honors, including the Founder’s Medal in NMR spectroscopy, the Vilcek Prize For Creative Promise in Biomedical Science, and the Agilent Thought Leader Award. Dr. Al-Hashimi’s work on molecular visualization and nucleic acid dynamics was also recognized by Popular Science Magazine, which listed him among the ‘Brilliant 10’ scientists and engineers in USA (2011). In 2009, he co-founded Nymiurm Inc, which is using the methods developed in the Al-Hashimi lab to increase the pace of RNA structure characterization and RNA-targeted drug discovery.

Dr. Pomidor is a family practice geriatrician who has been actively involved in the clinical teaching of medical students, residents, and fellows for 30 years. She teaches frequently on a variety of topics in geriatrics including older adult driving, physical activity, nutrition, wound healing, and falls prevention. Her research interests include older adult driving outreach and education, geriatrics education, and the use of educational video games and technology to teach geriatric concepts. She is a former geriatrics fellowship director and also served previously as a division chief of geriatrics, as well as a medical director at multiple retirement and long-term care communities.

Poster session: Noon - 12:50 p.m. | Grand Rounds lecture series: 4 -5 p.m.

Robert L. Cook is an infectious disease epidemiologist who conducts population-based research focused on prevention of HIV infection and other sexually transmitted diseases. Alcohol and marijuana use are common in persons living with HIV infection, and both substances have potential benefits and potential harms. Cook will discuss behavioral and biological mechanisms that alcohol and marijuana use could affect in persons with HIV in Florida, provide suggestions on how to screen for harmful use, and describe his current research activities on these topics in Florida.

Stephan F. Taylor, M.D. is Professor of Psychiatry and adjunct Professor of Psychology at the University of Michigan. He also serves as Associate Chair for Research and Research Regulatory Affairs in the Department of Psychiatry and directs the Program for Risk Evaluation and Prevention. His research uses brain imaging, brain stimulation, and behavioral techniques to study psychosis, particularly early psychosis, and to develop and improve treatments for psychiatric disorders.

PowerPoint Presentation

Maheen Islam PowerPoint

Jeffrey Johnson PowerPoint

Ian Motie PowerPoint

Anisha Kesarwani PowerPoint

This live activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of The Medical Educational Council of Pensacola and Florida State University College of Medicine. MECOP is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Medical Educational Council of Pensacola designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

PowerPoint Presentation

This live activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of The Medical Educational Council of Pensacola and Florida State University College of Medicine. MECOP is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.The Medical Educational Council of Pensacola designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

 Presentation PowerPoint

Dr. Andrea Friall's PowerPoint

Dr. Heather Flynn's PowerPoint

Cassandra Quave, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Dermatology in the Emory University School of Medicine and Center for the Study of Human Health in the Emory College of Arts and Sciences

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Catherine Pipas, MD, MPH , Professor, Department of Community and Family Medicine, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth University

Dr. Catherine Pipas from Geisel School of Medicine, Dartmouth is an internationally known educator who speaks about the importance of learning how to prioritize health in health professionals and systems. Burnout, depression and suicide are affecting trainees and practicing clinicians across disciplines. Our keynote speaker will share practical approaches to address our own health and the health of others. 

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Dr. Batchelor has been instrumental in developing one of the most advanced and innovative interventional cardiology and structural heart programs in Florida. He was the first physician in the region to perform transradial percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and has promoted this technique for over 20 years. With over 5,000 radial PCI cases performed to date, he is one of the country's highest volume radial PCI experts and has given numerous instructional courses and lectures on this technique. In 2011, he helped develop North Florida’s first Structural Heart Program and shortly thereafter performed the region’s first percutaneous mitraclip mitral valve repair and transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedures. He is approaching nearly 400 combined TAVR/mitraclip cases.

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Frazier Stevenson, MD

Conceptual Medical Education, New Rochelle, NY

John Hirdes, PhD, FCAHS

Professor and Chair of the Ontario Home Care Research and Knowledge Exchange at the School of Public Health and Health Systems, University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.

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Susan Nagel, PhD

Associate Professor

Director of Research Success Center

Obstetrics, Gynecology and Women's Health at University of Missouri

David Acosta, M.D ., Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer for the Association of American Medical Colleges, Associate Vice Chancellor for Diversity and Inclusion at UC Davis Health.

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Joshua D. Hartzell, MD, FACP, FIDSA, LTC, MC

Assistant Dean of Faculty Development, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences

Director, Internal Medicine Selectives and Assistant Internal Medicine Clerkship Director, Department of Medicine, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences

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Linda H. Pololi, MBBS, FRCP

Senior scientist and director of the National Initiative on Gender, Culture, and Leadership in Medicine at Brandeis University will present on culture change. The presentation focuses on efforts to produce an inclusive, humanistic, relational, and energizing environment that helps all individual faculty and trainees reach their full potential and enhances diversity among those in leadership positions in academic medicine.

Jay Wolfson, Dr.PH., J.D.  - associate vice president for health law, policy and safety and senior associate dean at the Morsani College of Medicine at the University of South Florida. He also serves as Distinguished Service Professor of Public Health, Medicine and Pharmacy.

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Linda H. Pololi, MBBS, FRCP

Senior scientist and director of the National Initiative on Gender, Culture, and Leadership in Medicine at Brandeis University will present on culture change. The presentation focuses on efforts to produce an inclusive, humanistic, relational, and energizing environment that helps all individual faculty and trainees reach their full potential and enhances diversity among those in leadership positions in academic medicine. 

Marjorie Jenkins, MD, FACP

Professor of Medicine and Associate Dean for Women in Health and Science at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC)

Director of Medical Initiatives and Policy Advancement at the FDA Office of Women's Health

Lecture Slides

Sylvie Naar, PhD

President, Behavior Change Consulting

Professor, Director of the Division of Behavioral Sciences at Wayne State University

Christina M. Puchalski, MD, MS, FACP, FAAHPM

Professor, George Washington Medicine

Health Science Director, George Washington Institute for Spirituality and Health

Co-Director, MFA-GWU, Supportive and Palliative Care Clinic 

Paul Lieberman, Ph.D.

Endowed Professor, Professor and Director for the Center of Chemical Biology and Translational Medicine at the Wistar Institute

Sonja Rasmussen, MD, MS

Director, Division of Public Health Information Dissemination
Editor-in-Chief, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Center for Surveillance, Epidemiology, and Laboratory Services, Office of Public Health Scientific Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Thomas A. Pearson, MD, MPH, PhD

Executive Vice President for Research and Education, University of Florida HealthScience Center

Professor of Epidemiology and Medicine with tenure, Colleges of Public Health andHealth Professions and College of Medicine, University of Florida

Andrew M. Wong, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon, Tallahassee Orthopedic Clinic

1. “Perinatal Depression iPad Screenings”  Ioannis Alex Malidelis, M2

2. “The Impact of Toxic Stress on Health in a Rural Pediatric Population” Conor Malloy, M2

3. “Team Clinic: A Group Approach to Care for Youth with Type 1 Diabetes” Megan Rose "Rosie" McClain, M2

4. “Use of Human Mesenchymal Stem Cells to Treat Traumatic Brain Injury in a Pre-clinical Model” Devan Patel, M2

5. “Understanding Therapeutic Resistance: Characterization of 5-Azacytidine Induced Stress Granules” Stephanie Rolón Rodríguez, M2

Susan L. Mitchell, M.D., M.P.H.
Senior Scientist and Director of Palliative Care Research
Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School

National Institute for Aging Research Profile for Dr. Susan Mitchell

Dr. Linda Pololi 

Dr. Linda Pololi, Senior Scientist at the Brandeis University Women's Studies Research Center, is nationally recognized for her extensive research and innovative contributions to the professional and personal development of faculty in academic medicine, including women and underrepresented minority groups.

David R. Nelson, MD

Professor of Medicine, Molecular Genetics and Microbiology
Director, UF Clinical and Translational Science InstituteAssociate Dean for Clinical Research
University of Florida, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition

Elizabeth Klerman, MD, PhD

Associate Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Physician,

Division of Sleep and Circadian Disorders, Departments of Medicine and Neurology, Brigham and Women’s Hospital.

John Paul Sanchez, M.D., M.P.H.
Assistant Dean, Diversity and Inclusion; Assistant Professor, Emergency Department
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
John Paul Sánchez, M.D., M.P.H., has worked extensively to promote diversity and inclusion in the physician and academic medicine workforces. He serves as P.I. of the Building the Next Generation of Academic Physicians (BNGAP) Initiative; developed in partnership between the Hispanic Center of Excellence (HCOE) of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Einstein) and AAMC Diversity Policy and Programs.

Monika A. Ward, M.S., Ph.D.

Professor, Institute for Biogenesis Research
Developmental and Reproductive Biology Graduate ProgramUniversity of Hawaii at Manoa

Monika A. Ward, M.S., Ph.D.

Professor, Institute for Biogenesis Research
Developmental and Reproductive Biology Graduate ProgramUniversity of Hawaii at Manoa

Paul R. Katz, MD, CMD

Professor and Chair

Department of Geriatrics

Florida State University College of Medicine

1. "Investigational Study of Contrast Sensitivity Visual Acuity in Earliest Stage Parkinsonism" Kenneth Dalton , M2;  Michelle Ayazo , M2  

2. "Ovarian Hormones Influence Antidepressant Response to Ketamine" Malav Patel , M2 

3. "Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis and Corresponding HIV Complacency"  Dwight Kemp (M3) 

4. "Medical Students and the Dying Patient: Reflections on Advanced Illness and Palliative Care”  Lauren Jeck, (M2)