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P3 Class
The Week Ahead 11/23 - 11/27
Important Announcements:
• Remember your elective assignments
• Remember 8 hours of experiential project hours
• This email is sent out early on Fridays, so please check courseweb to look for new postings that are not indicated here.
• Announcement from the Bachinator: If you are thinking about attending The APhA- ASP Annual Meeting from March 12- 15 in Washington D.C., now is the time to apply for GPSA funding. GPSA funding application forms for meetings to be attended from January- March are due by the end of the semester, but since it is first come first serve, the sooner you apply, the more likely you are to receive $100 dollars from GPSA. Application forms and more information can be found at GPSA's website: http://www.gpsa.pitt.edu/services/travel.php
o Please see Jenny Bacci if you have any questions.
***Students applying for GPSA travel funds will need a letter of support from the School of Pharmacy. This letter can be obtained from Alexa Ray, either in person or via e-mail (alexajray@gmail.com)***
• EMAIL ME YOUR QUESTIONS FOR IMMUNO
• PLEASE READ THE FINALIZED FINALS SCHEDULE AT THE BOTTOM!
• No special ‘class’ holidays this week, but be on the look out for celebrations after thanksgiving. Have a safe and happy holiday.
Monday (National Cashew Day) 11/23:
• CAPSTONE CASE BLOCK 2 from 9-12
o Check courseweb for your date and time
• Meetings:
o None
Tuesday (No Dumb Questions Day) 11/24:
• CAPSTONE CASE BLOCK 2 from 9-12
o Check courseweb for your date and time
• Immunology: Johnson/Schonder from 1:30-2:30 in 456
• Meetings:
o ASP Exec Board Meeting, Noon PCLC
Wednesday (Thanksgiving Eve Day) 11/25:
• Thanksgiving Break
Thursday (HAPPY THANKSGIVING!) 11/26:
• Thanksgiving Break
Friday (Black Friday) 11/27:
• Thanksgiving Break
Things to Be Done by Finals or that are on Finals:
Experiential:
• Get Ready for Block B
• Mastery Checklist for everyone
Immunology:
• Material for the final:
o Immunosuppression Meds – Schonder
o Transplant – Shullo
o Ab Transplant – Johnson/Schonder
o Thoracic Transplant - Shullo
Pulmonology/Rheumatology:
• NSAIDs – Schiff (he has a study guide posted)
• RA – Farrah
• OA – Busby
• Gout – Bhasvar
• SLE - Howrie
Endocrinology:
• SOAP notes on 2 pts from diabetes lab due at the end of the semester
• Material for the final:
o Preggers/Lactation – Howrie
o Female Hormones – Zemaitis
o Contraception – Hall
o Osteoporosis – Elrod
o Menopause – Elrod
o Infertility – Hall
o PCOS – Hall
o Menstrual Related Disorders – Hall
o Male Hormones – Zemaitis
o BPH/Incontinence – Ruby
o Sexual Dysfunction- Schonder
Law:
• Introductory Material 3-4questions
• PA laws/regs 5-8questions
• CSA 30-35questions
• Other Feds 35-40questions
• Tort Law/Civil Liability 10-15questions
• Contract Law 4-5questions
• Business Organization 3-4questions
CAPSTONE:
• Schedule and case are posted
P4 Rotations:
• Important dates:
o CPR Signups are now ongoing in Student Services – see previous announcements for details (they are all posted on the portal, click P3 class on the left)
o Applications for non-affiliated sites due 01/15
o TB form due 02/01
o Rotation Selection will be in February
o Graduation – Sunday May 1st, 2011
Finals Schedule for all students:
• *Tuesday, December 1st, from 3-5pm in LR5 – Law*
• Monday, December 7th, from 12-2 in LR6 - Immuno
• Tuesday, December 8th, from 12-2 in LR6 – Pulm/Rheum
• Wednesday, December 9th, from 12-2 in LR6 - Endo
*The Law exam is for ALL students*
Finals Schedule only for students traveling to ASHP’s MCM:
• Monday, November 30th from 1-3pm in Rm 371 – Pulm/Rheum
• *Tuesday, December 1st, from 3-5pm in LR5 – Law*
• Thursday, December 3rd, from 4-6pm in Rm 371 – Endo
• Friday, December 4th, from 9-11am in Rm 371 - Immuno
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, feel free to get in touch.
Posted by: Michael Smith
11/20/2009
The Week Ahead 11/16 - 11/20
Important Announcements:
• Remember your elective assignments
• Remember 8 hours of experiential project hours
• This email is sent out early on Fridays, so please check courseweb to look for new postings that are not indicated here.
• Please send in some ideas for class superlatives either in person or via email.
• CPR Sign-up Information: CPR class dates have been set! You can now sign up on 9th floor with Anna Schmotzer. The classes are from 1-5 pm on CMU campus. The rooms will be announced at a later date. If you just need to be re-certified please place an "R" next to your name when you sign up because if there are enough people we can make one class specifically for re-certification which doesn't take as long. The fee is $30 and the payment is due to either Jenny Bacci or Anna Schmotzer by Friday, January 29, 2010. Checks can be made out to "The University of Pittsburgh." If you have any issues financially with this, please talk to Jenny or Anna. The dates are:
o Saturday, February 27
o Sunday, February 28
o Saturday, March 20
o Sunday, March 21
o Saturday, March 27
o Saturday, March 28
• Announcement from the Bachinator: If you are thinking about attending The APhA- ASP Annual Meeting from March 12- 15 in Washington D.C., now is the time to apply for GPSA funding. GPSA funding application forms for meetings to be attended from January- March are due by the end of the semester, but since it is first come first serve, the sooner you apply, the more likely you are to receive $100 dollars from GPSA. Application forms and more information can be found at GPSA's website: http://www.gpsa.pitt.edu/services/travel.php
o Please see Jenny Bacci if you have any questions.
Monday (Give Taylor Miller a Hug Day) 11/16:
• Rheumatology: Howrie from 9 – 11 in 355
• Endocrinology: Zemaitis from 11 – 12 in 355
• Meetings:
o LKS Officer Meeting, Noon in 456
o Smoking Cessation Training, Noon 902
o P1 Portfolio Session for PLS, Noon 402
Tuesday (No Dumb Questions Day) 11/17:
• Immunology: Schonder from 10-12 in 402
• Immunology: Shullo from 1:30-2:30 in 456
o Should have read pgs 455-67 in the Immune System
• Law: Gainor from 2:30-5:30 in 456
o Should have read Pharmacy Practice and the Law pgs 356-81
• Meetings:
o Social Committee Meeting, Noon PCLC
o Hurley Associates Lunch and Learn, Noon 457
Wednesday (Start a Jerry Chant after Law is Done Day) 11/18:
• Law: Gainor from 8 – 10 in 456
• Endocrinology: Ruby from 10-12 in 355
• Meetings:
o Rho Chi/PLS Professional Lecture Series, Noon 402 (LUNCH PROVIDED)
Select residents will be speaking on navigating the midyear clinical meeting, how to choose the right residency for you, and their own experiences of transitioning from student to practitioner
o Smoking Cessation Tabling, 4-7 in WPU
Thursday (Have a Bad Day Day) 11/19:
• Immunology: Practicum from 9-12 in 456
o Everyone report to 456 at 9 – Group A presents to the whole class, then…
o Groups A-H stay in 456 – Groups B-D presenting
o Groups I-O move to 457 – Groups I-K presenting
• CAPSTONE CASE BLOCK 1
o Check courseweb for your date and time
• Meetings:
o Managed Care Pharmacy Open House, Noon 457
o Smoking Cessation Tablgin, 4-7 in WPU
Friday (Absurdity Day) 11/20:
• CAPSTONE CASE BLOCK 1
o Check courseweb for your date and time
• Calculations Remediation Exam, from 9-11 in 456
• Meetings:
o IT Committee Meeting, Noon PCLC
o IPSF General Body Meeting, Noon PCLC
Things to Note By Class:
POP 5:
• We have law on Wednesday morning in addition to Tuesday afternoon
Experiential:
• No more EL if you passed the calculations exam!
• Remediation is Friday, 11/20 from 9-11 in 456
• Information on the December IPPE’s is posted
Immunology:
• Read pgs 455-67 in the Immune System text for Shullo on Tuesday
• Practicum Thursday – posted from 9-12 in 456
o Everyone report to 456 at 9 – Group A presents to the whole class, then…
o Groups A-H stay in 456 – Groups B-D presenting
o Groups I-O move to 457 – Groups I-K presenting
Pulmonology/Rheumatology:
• Nothing posted yet, please check courseweb later in the weekend
Endocrinology:
• SOAP notes on 2 pts from diabetes lab due at the end of the semester
• Nothing posted yet, please check courseweb later in the weekend
Law:
• Class Wednesday morning 8-10 in addition
• Please read Pharmacy Practice and the Law pgs 356-81
CAPSTONE:
• BLOCK 1 IS THURSDAY AND FRIDAY
P4 Rotations:
• Important dates:
o CPR Signups are now ongoing in Student Services
o Applications for non-affiliated sites due 01/15
o TB form due 02/01
o Rotation Selection will be in February
o Graduation – Sunday May 1st, 2011
Finals Schedule for all students:
• Monday (12/7) – Immunology from 12-2 in LR6
• Tuesday (12/8) – Rheumatology from 12-2 in LR6
• Wednesday (12/9) – Endocrinology from 12-2 in LR6
*The Law exam is tentatively scheduled for Friday (12/11) of finals week, but we have also reserved a room the week before, during regular class time on Tuesday (12/1) – so don’t waste Gainor’s time so he can stay on track to finish early*
Finals Schedule only for students traveling to ASHP’s MCM:
• Monday (11/30) – Rheumatology from 1-3 in 371
• (Tuesday (12/1) – Law with the other students)*
• Thursday (12/3) – Endocrinology from 3-6 in 371
o immediately following the end of practicum
• Friday (12/4) – Immunology from 9-11 in 371
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, feel free to get in touch.
Posted by: Michael Smith
11/13/2009
The Week Ahead 11/09 - 11/13
Important Announcements:
• Remember your elective assignments
• Remember 8 hours of experiential project hours
• This email is sent out early on Fridays, so please check courseweb to look for new postings that are not indicated here.
• This week is dedicated to Lauren Hall, so feel free to point AND laugh!
Monday (National Cushing’s Day aka Lauren Hall Day) 11/09:
• OFF ROTATION SELECTION 7:45AM IN THE PCLC
o Please show up on time, and bring your ticket with you
o Fill out the “Preferences” line as to what off blocks you want, and mark them all
o Use the “Selection” line to mark down what block you selected
• Rheumatology: Farrah from 9 – 11 in 355
• Endocrinology: Hall from 11 – 12 in 355
o Notes posted
• Meetings:
o LKS Meeting, Noon in 456
Tuesday (No Dumb Questions Day) 11/10:
• POP: EBM Simulation
o See courseweb for your assigned time
o If you are not assigned today, you do not have class in the morning
• Immunology: Schonder from 1:30-2:30 in 456
• Law: Gainor from 2:30-5:30 in 456
• Should have read Pharmacy Practice and Law 345-56
• Meetings:
o From 12-1 in 402:
Yardlee Kauffman will be giving an informal presentation about her 4th year rotation experience in Ireland. All interested students are invited and light refreshments will be provided. See the portal for more information
Wednesday (National Wear to Class What You Wore Out Last Night Day aka Lauren Hall Day) 11/11:
• Law: Gainor from 8 – 10 in 456
• Endocrinology: Hall from 10-12 in 355
o Notes posted
• Meetings:
o Career Expo from 10a-4p in 402
o PLS Meeting, Noon PCLC
Thursday (National Chubby Cheeks Day aka Lauren Hall Day) 11/12:
• Immunology: EXAM #2 from 10-12 in LR6
• Endocrinology: Practicum is posted
o Groups I – O from 1:30-3
o Groups A – H from 3-4:30
• Meetings:
o Rho Chi Meeting, Noon PCLC
Friday (Dirty Blue Sweatshirt Day aka Lauren Hall Day) 11/13:
• POP: EBM Simulation
o See courseweb for your assigned time
o If you had the simulation on Tuesday, you do not have class today
• Meetings:
o DAB, Noon 11th floor conference room
o PPA Meeting, Noon PCLC
Things to Note By Class:
POP 5:
• EBM Simulation schedule and cases posted – you will either be on Tuesday (no class Friday), or on Friday (no class Tuesday)
• We have law on Wednesday morning in addition to Tuesday afternoon
Experiential:
• Calculations scores are posted, and exams may be picked up from Susan Parnell
• If you got a 100%, you do NOT have to do the Critical Incident Assignment, everyone else, it is due electronically by 11/6
• No more EL if you passed the calculations exam!
• Remediation is 11/20 from 9-11 in 456
Immunology:
• EXAM #2 from 10-12 in LR6
• Nothing posted yet, check back over the weekend
Pulmonology/Rheumatology:
• Nothing posted yet, check back over the weekend
Endocrinology:
• SOAP notes on 2 pts from diabetes lab due at the end of the semester
• Practicum Posted:
o Groups I-O from 1:30-3 on Thursday in 402
o Groups A-H from 3-4:30 on Thursday in 402
Law:
• Class Wednesday morning 8-10 in addition
• Please read Pharmacy Practice and Law 345-56
CAPSTONE:
• Schedule and case are posted
P4 Rotations:
• Keep an eye out for an email with further details, but here are important dates:
o Off Block Selection 11/09 from 7:45-9am in the PCLC
o Sign up for CPR if you missed the sign up sheet that was passed around
This is just gathering interest, the dates are still TBD
o Applications for non-affiliated sites due 01/15
o TB form due 02/01
o Rotation Selection will be in February
o Graduation – Sunday May 1st, 2011
Finals Schedule for all students:
• Monday (12/7) – Immunology from 12-2 in LR6
• Tuesday (12/8) – Rheumatology from 12-2 in LR6
• Wednesday (12/9) – Endocrinology from 12-2 in LR6
*The Law exam is tentatively scheduled for Friday (12/11) of finals week, but we have also reserved a room the week before, during regular class time on Tuesday (12/1) – so don’t waste Gainor’s time so he can stay on track to finish early*
Finals Schedule only for students traveling to ASHP’s MCM:
• Monday (11/30) – Rheumatology from 1-3 in 371
• (Tuesday (12/1) – Law with the other students)*
• Thursday (12/3) – Endocrinology from 3-6 in 371
o immediately following the end of practicum
• Friday (12/4) – Immunology from 9-11 in 371
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, feel free to get in touch.
Posted by: Michael Smith
11/05/2009
The Week Ahead 11/02 - 11/06
Important Announcements:
• Remember your elective assignments
• Remember 8 hours of experiential project hours
• Please check later in the weekend for more postings on courseweb
• Superlatives – please send in some suggestions
Monday (National Deviled Egg Day) 11/02:
• Rheumatology: Farrah from 9 – 11 in 355
• Endocrinology: Hall from 11 – 12 in 355
• Meetings:
o LKS Officer Meeting, Noon in 456
o Benefit Concert, 7pm 402
Tuesday (No Dumb Questions Day) 11/03:
• POP – Journal Club #2
o Groups I and J – 9-10:30 in 234
o Groups K and L – 9-10:30 in 229
o Groups M and N – 9-10:30 in 230
o Groups O – 9-10:30 in 417B
o Groups A and B – 10:30-12 in 234
o Groups C and D – 10:30-12 in 229
o Groups E and F – 10:30-12 in 230
o Groups G and H – 10:30-12 in 417B
• Immunology: Johnson from 1:30-2:30 in 456
• Law: Gainor from 2:30-5:30 in 456
o Should have read Pharmacy Practice and Law 141, 184-9 and CFR Parts 1316.01-1316.13
• Meetings:
o ASP Exec Board Meeting, Noon in PCLC
Wednesday (Waiting for the Barbarians Day) 11/04:
• POP: Corman from 8:30 – 10 in 456
• Endocrinology: Elrod from 10-12 in 355
• Meetings:
o ASP General Body Meeting, Noon in 402
o LKS Bake Sale, Noon
Thursday (Gunpowder Day) 11/05:
• Immunology: Johnson from 9-12 in 456
• Immunology: Practicum from 10-12 in 456
• Endocrinology: Practicum
o Groups A – H from 1:30-3 in 402
o Groups I – O from 3-4:30 in 402
• Meetings:
o APhA MRM Meeting, Noon TBA
o ACPE Visitors, Noon PCLC
Friday (Marooned Without a Compass Day) 11/06:
• No Class – Ashley Haddad, stay home today
• Meetings: None
Things to Note By Class:
POP 5:
• Journal Club Tuesday:
o All groups – Rosiglitazone Meta Analysis
o Groups A, C, E, G, I, K, M, and O – Adopt 2
o Groups B, D, F, H, J, L, and N – Record 2
o Groups I and J – 9-10:30 in 234
o Groups K and L – 9-10:30 in 229
o Groups M and N – 9-10:30 in 230
o Groups O – 9-10:30 in 417B
o Groups A and B – 10:30-12 in 234
o Groups C and D – 10:30-12 in 229
o Groups E and F – 10:30-12 in 230
o Groups G and H – 10:30-12 in 417B
• Wednesday starts at 8:30 – read your submission (no posted reading), and bring in typed recommendation
• EBM simulation is posted, please read
Experiential:
• Calculations scores are posted, and exams may be picked up from Susan Parnell
• If you got a 100%, you do NOT have to do the Critical Incident Assignment, everyone else, it is due electronically by 11/6
• No more EL if you passed the calculations exam!
• Remediation is 11/20 from 9-11 in 456
Immunology:
• Nothing posted, please check back later
Pulmonology/Rheumatology:
• Nothing new posted, please check back later
Endocrinology:
• Practicum instructions are posted for Thursday
o Groups A- H from 1:30-3 in 402
o Groups I – O from 3-4:30 in 402
• SOAP notes on 2 pts from diabetes lab due at the end of the semester
Law:
• Please read Pharmacy Practice and Law 141, 184-9 and CFR Parts 1316.01-1316.13
CAPSTONE:
• Schedule and case are posted
P4 Rotations:
• Keep an eye out for an email with further details, but here are important dates:
o Off Block Selection 11/09 from 7:45-9am in the PCLC
o Sign up for CPR if you missed the sign up sheet that was passed around
This is just gathering interest, the dates are still TBD
o Applications for non-affiliated sites due 01/15
o TB form due 02/01
o Rotation Selection will be in February
o Graduation – Sunday May 1st, 2011
Finals Schedule for all students:
• Monday (12/7) – Immunology from 12-2 in LR6
• Tuesday (12/8) – Rheumatology from 12-2 in LR6
• Wednesday (12/9) – Endocrinology from 12-2 in LR6
*The Law exam is tentatively scheduled for Friday (12/11) of finals week, but we have also reserved a room the week before, during regular class time on Tuesday (12/1) – so don’t waste Gainor’s time so he can stay on track to finish early*
Finals Schedule only for students traveling to ASHP’s MCM:
• Monday (11/30) – Rheumatology from 1-3 in 371
• (Tuesday (12/1) – Law with the other students)*
• Thursday (12/3) – Endocrinology from 3-6 in 371
o immediately following the end of practicum
• Friday (12/4) – Immunology from 9-11 in 371
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, feel free to get in touch.
Posted by: Michael Smith
10/30/2009
The Week "Ahead 10/26 - 10/30
Important Announcements:
• Remember your elective assignments
• Remember 8 hours of experiential project hours
• ASP Announcement:
o ASP will be selling candy grams (1 for $1 or 5 for $3) that will be delivered to your friends during the lunch hour on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
• Schlott Announcement:
o We still need volunteers for the Falk Flu Clinics. Here are some upcoming days/times:
Tuesday 10/27 9-10:30, 12-1:30, 1:30-3:00
Thursday 10/29 10:20-12:00
The rest of the times for Oct/Nov/Dec are Tuesdays and Thursdays any time basically between 9 and 3. If you can even make it for an HOUR that would be helpful. Dr. Hall thanks you.
• Please check later in the weekend for notes to be posted, at the time this email was sent out, nothing had been posted.
Monday (Mule Day) 10/26:
• Rheumatology: Farrah from 9 – 11 in 355
• Endocrinology: Hall from 11 – 12 in 355
• Meetings:
o Coffee And Conversation with Faculty from 2-3p
Tuesday (No Dumb Questions Day – can’t break tradition) 10/27:
• Rheumatology: NO CLASS
• Immunology: Howrie from 1:30-2:30 in 456
• Law: Gainor from 2:30-5:30 in 456
• Meetings:
o Faculty Roundtables at Noon
Wednesday (National Chocolate Day) 10/28:
• Law Exam from 8 – 9:30 in 456
• Endocrinology: Howrie from 10-12 in 355
• Meetings:
o Academic Journeys Presentation at Noon
Thursday (Hermit Day) 10/29:
• Immunology: Practicum in 456
o 4 Articles Posted - Each student is responsible for reading and reviewing each article him/herself prior to practica.
o Groups will be randomly assigned ONE case-based activity (from one of the 4 subjects) with 10 minutes to address the therapeutic issue. Then, using an overhead prepared by the group, a randomly-selected member will present the answers and 2 learning points - 5 minutes.
o Groups I – P from 10 – 11
o Groups A – H from 11 - 12
• NO CLASS IN THE AFTERNOON
• Meetings:
o Pharmaceutical Industry Opportunities Presentation, Noon 402
Friday (National Candy Corn Day) 10/30:
• No Class – Ashley Haddad, stay home today
• Meetings:
o PPA Membership/Advocacy Talk, Noon 456
Things to Note By Class:
POP 5:
• NO EBM this week because of the exam
Experiential:
• Calculations scores are posted, and exams may be picked up from Susan Parnell
• If you got a 100%, you do NOT have to do the Critical Incident Assignment, everyone else, it is due electronically by 11/6
• No more EL if you passed the calculations exam!
• Remediation is 11/20 from 9-11 in 456
Immunology:
• Practicum Assignment for Thursday is posted
o 4 Articles Posted - Each student is responsible for reading and reviewing each article him/herself prior to practica.
o Groups will be randomly assigned ONE case-based activity (from one of the 4 subjects) with 10 minutes to address the therapeutic issue. Then, using an overhead prepared by the group, a randomly-selected member will present the answers and 2 learning points - 5 minutes.
o Groups I – P from 10 – 11
o Groups A – H from 11 - 12
Pulmonology/Rheumatology:
• Schiff/Howrie have posted handouts under Module 8/9 and a Schiff study guide
• There are also notes posted in module 10 for when we get there
Endocrinology:
• SOAP notes on 2 pts from diabetes lab due at the end of the semester
• Zemaitis posted notes for his lectures
Law:
• Exam Wednesday from 8-9:30 in 456
CAPSTONE:
• Schedule and case are posted
P4 Rotations:
• Keep an eye out for an email with further details, but here are important dates:
o Off Block Selection 11/09 from 7:45-9am in the PCLC
o Sign up for CPR if you missed the sign up sheet that was passed around
This is just gathering interest, the dates are still TBD
o Applications for non-affiliated sites due 01/15
o TB form due 02/01
o Rotation Selection will be in February
o Graduation – Sunday May 1st, 2011
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, feel free to get in touch.
Posted by: Michael Smith
10/23/2009
The Week Ahead 10/19 - 10/23
Important Announcements:
• Remember your elective assignments
• Remember 8 hours of experiential project hours
• New Message From Mr. Taylor Miller:
“Any student who has signed up for the Clinical Skills Competition and has not yet received the 2008 National Case to review, please contact Taylor Miller (tjm33@pitt.edu). If anyone still would like to sign up, please do so by Friday, October 23.”
There will be sign up sheets passed around in class on Monday for the following events for American Pharmacy Educator Week:
• Monday, October 26: 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
o Coffee and Conversation. Informal coffee and conversation with faculty members.
• Tuesday, October 27: 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
o Faculty Roundtables. Opportunities for small group discussions with faculty members about careers in academic pharmacy.
• Wednesday, October 28: 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
o Academic Journeys. Presentations by selected faculty members on their personal career development paths.
Also, on Monday we will be taking a class vote on Off-Block Selection, and its process, so please stay for a few minutes at the end of lecture, as this affects everyone. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Monday (Evaluate Your Life Day – still thinking pharmacy?) 10/19:
• Rheumatology: Schiff from 9 – 11 in 355
o Notes posted
• Endocrinology: Zemaitis from 11 – 12 in 355
o Notes posted
• Meetings:
o LKS Meeting, Noon 456
Tuesday (No Dumb Questions Day – it has become a traditional Tuesday holiday) 10/20:
• Rheumatology: Schiff from 9 – 10 and Farrah from 10 – 12 in 402
o Notes posted
• Immunology: Johnson from 1:30-2:30 in 456
• Law: Gainor from 2:30-5:30 in 456
o Should have read Pharmacy Practice and Law pg 261-95
• Meetings:
o ASP Exec Board Meeting, Noon PCLC
Wednesday (Babbling Day – could be dangerous) 10/21:
• POP: EBM #2 from 8:30 – 10 in 456
o Should have checked out posted link, bring typed recommendation
• Endocrinology: EXAM #2 10 – 12 in LR6 unless otherwise announced
• Meetings:
o Rho Chi/PLS Lecture Series Noon, 402 (lunch provided)
Thursday (National Nut Day) 10/22:
• Immunology: Howrie from 10 – 12 in 456
o Note the time change – Ashley Haddad, you have class at 9
• Endocrinology: Practicum
o Practicum is posted
o Groups from H I – O 1:30 – 3pm in 402
o Groups A – H I – O from 3 – 4:30pm in 402
• VITALE ASSIGNMENT DUE TO SUSAN PARNELL
• Meetings:
o Rho Chi Meeting Noon, PCLC
o Alumni Day Lecture Noon, 456
Friday (National Mole Day) 10/23:
• No Class – Ashley Haddad, stay home today
• Meetings:
o DAB Noon, 11th floor
Things to Note By Class:
POP 5:
• Class starts at 8:30 on Wednesday, and there is a web-address to read, bring typed recommendation
Experiential:
• Calculations scores are posted, and exams may be picked up from Susan Parnell
• If you got a 100%, you do NOT have to do the Critical Incident Assignment, everyone else, it is due electronically by 11/6
• No more EL if you passed the calculations exam!
• Remediation is 11/20 from 9-11 in 456
Immunology:
• Johnson posted her slides
Pulmonology/Rheumatology:
• Vitale assignment due Thursday 10/22 to Susan Parnell
o 1-2 pages, how was the experience with a smoker (3 sessions!)
• Schiff/Howrie have posted handouts under Module 8/9 and a Schiff study guide
• Farrah’s notes are posted for Tuesday
• There are also notes posted in module 10 for when we get there
Endocrinology:
• SOAP notes on 2 pts from diabetes lab due at the end of the semester
• Zemaitis posted notes for his lectures
• Practicum Assignment for Thursday is posted
o Groups I – O from 1:30 – 3pm in 402
o Groups A – H from 3 – 4:30pm in 402
• Exam 2 Wednesday from 10 – 12 in LR6 unless otherwise announced
Law:
• Read Pharmacy Practice and Law pg261-95
CAPSTONE:
• Schedule and case are posted
P4 Rotations:
• Keep an eye out for an email with further details, but here are important dates:
o Off Block Selection 11/09 from 7:45-9am in the PCLC
o Sign up for CPR if you missed the sign up sheet that was passed around
This is just gathering interest, the dates are still TBD
o Applications for non-affiliated sites due 01/15
o TB form due 02/01
o Rotation Selection will be in February
o Graduation – Sunday May 1st, 2011
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, feel free to get in touch.
Important Announcements:
• Remember your elective assignments
• Remember 8 hours of experiential project hours
• New Message From Mr. Taylor Miller:
“Any student who has signed up for the Clinical Skills Competition and has not yet received the 2008 National Case to review, please contact Taylor Miller (tjm33@pitt.edu). If anyone still would like to sign up, please do so by Friday, October 23.”
There will be sign up sheets passed around in class on Monday for the following events for American Pharmacy Educator Week:
• Monday, October 26: 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
o Coffee and Conversation. Informal coffee and conversation with faculty members.
• Tuesday, October 27: 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
o Faculty Roundtables. Opportunities for small group discussions with faculty members about careers in academic pharmacy.
• Wednesday, October 28: 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
o Academic Journeys. Presentations by selected faculty members on their personal career development paths.
Also, on Monday we will be taking a class vote on Off-Block Selection, and its process, so please stay for a few minutes at the end of lecture, as this affects everyone. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Monday (Evaluate Your Life Day – still thinking pharmacy?) 10/19:
• Rheumatology: Schiff from 9 – 11 in 355
o Notes posted
• Endocrinology: Zemaitis from 11 – 12 in 355
o Notes posted
• Meetings:
o LKS Meeting, Noon 456
Tuesday (No Dumb Questions Day – it has become a traditional Tuesday holiday) 10/20:
• Rheumatology: Schiff from 9 – 10 and Farrah from 10 – 12 in 402
o Notes posted
• Immunology: Johnson from 1:30-2:30 in 456
• Law: Gainor from 2:30-5:30 in 456
o Should have read Pharmacy Practice and Law pg 261-95
• Meetings:
o ASP Exec Board Meeting, Noon PCLC
Wednesday (Babbling Day – could be dangerous) 10/21:
• POP: EBM #2 from 8:30 – 10 in 456
o Should have checked out posted link, bring typed recommendation
• Endocrinology: EXAM #2 10 – 12 in LR6 unless otherwise announced
• Meetings:
o Rho Chi/PLS Lecture Series Noon, 402 (lunch provided)
Thursday (National Nut Day) 10/22:
• Immunology: Howrie from 10 – 12 in 456
o Note the time change – Ashley Haddad, you have class at 9
• Endocrinology: Practicum
o Practicum is posted
o Groups from H I – O 1:30 – 3pm in 402
o Groups A – H I – O from 3 – 4:30pm in 402
• VITALE ASSIGNMENT DUE TO SUSAN PARNELL
• Meetings:
o Rho Chi Meeting Noon, PCLC
o Alumni Day Lecture Noon, 456
Friday (National Mole Day) 10/23:
• No Class – Ashley Haddad, stay home today
• Meetings:
o DAB Noon, 11th floor
Things to Note By Class:
POP 5:
• Class starts at 8:30 on Wednesday, and there is a web-address to read, bring typed recommendation
Experiential:
• Calculations scores are posted, and exams may be picked up from Susan Parnell
• If you got a 100%, you do NOT have to do the Critical Incident Assignment, everyone else, it is due electronically by 11/6
• No more EL if you passed the calculations exam!
• Remediation is 11/20 from 9-11 in 456
Immunology:
• Johnson posted her slides
Pulmonology/Rheumatology:
• Vitale assignment due Thursday 10/22 to Susan Parnell
o 1-2 pages, how was the experience with a smoker (3 sessions!)
• Schiff/Howrie have posted handouts under Module 8/9 and a Schiff study guide
• Farrah’s notes are posted for Tuesday
• There are also notes posted in module 10 for when we get there
Endocrinology:
• SOAP notes on 2 pts from diabetes lab due at the end of the semester
• Zemaitis posted notes for his lectures
• Practicum Assignment for Thursday is posted
o Groups I – O from 1:30 – 3pm in 402
o Groups A – H from 3 – 4:30pm in 402
• Exam 2 Wednesday from 10 – 12 in LR6 unless otherwise announced
Law:
• Read Pharmacy Practice and Law pg261-95
CAPSTONE:
• Schedule and case are posted
P4 Rotations:
• Keep an eye out for an email with further details, but here are important dates:
o Off Block Selection 11/09 from 7:45-9am in the PCLC
o Sign up for CPR if you missed the sign up sheet that was passed around
This is just gathering interest, the dates are still TBD
o Applications for non-affiliated sites due 01/15
o TB form due 02/01
o Rotation Selection will be in February
o Graduation – Sunday May 1st, 2011
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, feel free to get in touch.
Posted by: Michael Smith
10/16/2009
The Week Ahead 10/12 - 10/16
Important Announcements:
• Remember your elective assignments
• Remember 8 hours of experiential project hours
• From Mr. Taylor Miller:
“PSHP is scheduling Clinical Skills Competition for October 29. Contact me [Taylor] to sign up. Winning team of 2 gets free trip to Midyear meeting to represent school in national competition.”
Monday (No Stupid Questions Day) 10/12:
• Pulmonology: EXAM #1 from 9 – 11 in LR6
o Smoking Cessation is on the exam
• Endocrinology: Zemaitis from 11 – 12 in 355
• Meetings:
o Kerri Hoh said there is no meeting for LKS today, but it might be in 456 at Noon, and it may be for everyone, or just the officers
Tuesday (No Dumb Questions Day) 10/13:
• CALCULATIONS EXAM from 9 – 11 in LR6
o Extra calculations examples are posted
• Immunology: Howrie from 1:30-2:30 in 456
• Law: Gainor from 2:30-5:30 in 456
o Should have read Pharmacy Practice and Law pg 39 – 95, 113 – 148, Poison Prevention Packaging and the Act Booklet
• Meetings:
o P4 Rotation Discuss with Pschirer – MANDATORY – 12:15-1:15 in 456
Wednesday (No Ridiculous Questions Day) 10/14:
• POP: EBM #1 from 8:30 – 10 in 456
o Should have read posted article
• Endocrinology: Zemaitis/Minnigh from 10 – 12 in 355
• Meetings:
o PLS Meeting, Noon PCLC
Thursday (No Feebleminded Questions Day) 10/15:
• Immunology: Johnson from 9 – 12 in 456
o Practicum assignment due by 9am in person or via email
• Endocrinology: Practicum
o Practicum is posted
o Groups A – H from 1:30 – 3pm in 402
o Groups I – O from 3 – 4:30pm in 402
• Meetings:
o IPSF General Body Meeting, Noon TBA
Friday (No Dense Questions Day) 10/16:
• Experiential: Kowiatek from 9 – 11 in 456
• Meetings:
o IT Committee Meeting, Noon PCLC
Things to Note By Class:
POP 5:
• The initial recommendation for EBM and rationale are due in class (typed) on Wednesday, October 14. This is an individual assignment worth 3 points.
• Class starts at 8:30 on Wednesday, and there is an article to read
Experiential:
• Extra calculations are posted
• Calculations Exam is Tuesday from 9 -11 in LR6
Immunology:
• Immunization Practicum is posted and due Thursday by 9am in person or via email
Pulmonology/Rheumatology:
• Vitale assignment due 10/22 to Susan Parnell
o 1-2 pages, how was the experience with a smoker (3 sessions!)
• Schiff posted his old notes and a study guide for his part of the exam
• Exam 1 in LR6 from 9 – 11
o Smoking Cessation is on the exam
Endocrinology:
• SOAP notes on 2 pts from diabetes lab due at the end of the semester
• Zemaitis posted notes for his lectures
• Practicum Assignment for Thursday is posted
o Groups A – H from 1:30 – 3pm in 402
o Groups I – O from 3 – 4:30pm in 402
Law:
• Read Pharmacy Practice and Law pg 39 – 95, 113 – 148, Poison Prevention Packaging and the Act Booklet
CAPSTONE:
• Schedule and case are posted
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, feel free to get in touch.
Posted by: Michael Smith
10/09/2009
Dr. Pater and EL
For those of you who signed up for Dr. Pater's EL project, there will be a meeting on Friday, 10/16 at Noon in the back room of the PCLC.
Posted by: Michael Smith
10/09/2009
The Week Ahead 10/05 - 10/09
Important Announcements:
• Remember your elective assignments
• Remember 8 hours of experiential project hours
• From Mr. Taylor Miller:
“PSHP is scheduling Clinical Skills Competition for October 29. Contact me [Taylor] to sign up. Winning team of 2 gets free trip to Midyear meeting to represent school in national competition.”
Monday (National Storytelling Festival) 10/05:
• Pulmonology: Smithburger from 9-11 in 355
• Endocrinology: Minnigh from 11-12 in 355
• Meetings:
o LKS Officer Meeting Noon 456
o Patient Care Committee Meeting Noon PCLC
Tuesday (Come and Take it Day) 10/06:
• POP: Journal Club #1
o Groups A-H 9-10:30 in 456
o Groups I-P 10:30-12 in 456
• Immunology: Schonder from 1:30-2:30 in 456
• Law: Gainor from 2:30-5:30 in 456
o Should have read Pharmacy Practice and Law pgs 165-239, CFR Parts 1300.01 – 1308.33, and “The Pharmacist’s Manual”
• Meetings:
o ASP Exec Board Meeting Noon PCLC
o Phone-A-Thon 6-8p and 8-10p Forbes Tower
Wednesday (National Frappe Day) 10/07:
• POP: Guest Speakers from 8-10 in 456
• Endocrinology: Schonder from 10-12 in 355
• Meetings:
o ASP Meeting Noon 402
o LKS Bake Sale Noon
o Phone-A-Thon 6-8p Forbes Tower
o LKS Pinning Ceremony 6p 456
Thursday (American Tag Day) 10/08:
• Immunology: Howrie from 9-10; Practicum from 10-12 in 456
• Endocrinology: Howrie/Minnigh Practicum from 1:30-4:30 in 402
• Meetings:
o Project CHANCE Meeting Noon PCLC
o Phone-A-Thon 6p Forbes Tower
Friday (Moldy Cheese Day) 10/09:
• Experiential: IV Lab 1 – See schedule on courseweb for individual times
• Meetings:
o None
Things to Note By Class:
POP 5:
• Corman posted Journal Club tips
• The literature search for EBM 1 is due in the digital dropbox by 5 PM on Thursday, October 8. This is a group assignment worth 2 points.
o The initial recommendation and rationale are due in class (typed) on Wednesday, October 14. This is an individual assignment worth 3 points.
• All journal club articles posted
o Just as a note:
ADVANCE article for JC#1 – Groups A, B, E, G, I, K, M, O
ACCORD article for JC#1 – Groups C, D, F, H, J, L, N, P
• JC for Tuesday:
o Groups A-H 9-10:30 in 456
o Groups I-P 10:30-12 in 456
Experiential:
• Make sure to pick up the assignment for lab for Friday
• Pre-lab for 10/9 Lab due on 10/05 by 9am to Susan Parnell
Immunology:
• Zemaitis posted notes for his lectures in two weeks
Pulmonology/Rheumatology:
• Vitale assignment due 10/22 to Susan Parnell
o 1-2 pages, how was the experience with a smoker (3 sessions!)
• Schiff posted his old notes and a study guide for his part of the exam
Endocrinology:
• Minningh notes posted
• SOAP notes on 2 pts from diabetes lab due at the end of the semester
Law:
• Read Pharmacy Practice and Law pgs 165-239, CFR Parts 1300.01 – 1308.33, and “The Pharmacist’s Manual”
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, feel free to get in touch.
Posted by: Michael Smith
10/02/2009
Addendum to The Week Ahead
Journal Club:
Groups A and C 9-10:30 in 234
Groups B and D 9-10:30 in 229
Groups E and H 9-10:30 in 230
Groups G and F 9-10:30 in 471B
Groups I and L 10:30-12 in 234
Groups K and J 10:30-12 in 229
Group M 10:30-12 in 230
Groups O and N 10:30-12 in 471B
Posted by: Michael Smith
10/02/2009
The Week Ahead 09/28 - 10/02
Important Announcements:
• Scholarship applications are due by Thursday 10/01. Remember to update your contact information prior to starting the application.
• Remember your elective assignments
• Remember 8 hours of experiential project hours
• From Mr. Taylor Miller:
“PSHP is scheduling Clinical Skills Competition for October 29. Contact me [Taylor] to sign up. Winning team of 2 gets free trip to Midyear meeting to represent school in national competition.”
Monday (Ask A Stupid Question Day – Except for Jaci and Ellen it’s No Questions Day!) 09/28:
• Pulmonology – Smithburger from 9-11 in 355
o Notes posted for lecture
• Endocrinology – Minning from 11-12 in 355
• Meetings:
o LKS Officer Meeting Noon 456
Tuesday (Poisoned Blackberries Day) 09/29:
• Endocrinology – Exam 1: 10-11:50 in LR6
o Please memorize your PeopleSoft number, if you do not have it for the exam, you will get a grade of 0% (not my words)
• Immunology – Schonder from 1:30-2:30 in 456
• Law – Gainor from 2:30-5:30 in 456
o Should have read Pharmacy Practice and Law pgs 165-239, CFR Parts 1300.01 – 1308.33, and “The Pharmacist’s Manual”
• Meetings:
o ASP Exec Board Meeting Noon PCLC
Wednesday (National Mud Pack Day? A tribute to Muddcat?) 09/30:
• POP 5 – Klatt from 8-10 in 456
• Immunology – Schonder from 10-12 in 355
• ASTHMA SOAP DUE TO SUSAN PARNELL BY 9AM
• Meetings:
o IPSF Global Health Spotlight, Noon 402
Thursday (World Vegetarian Day – Alexa, enjoy yourself) 10/01:
• Immunology – Exam 1: 1:30-3:30 LR6
o PeopleSoft Number again
o Note – there is no class in the morning (Ashley Haddad, this means you have the morning off, so you do not have to be anywhere until the exam!)
• POP EBM #1 Article Due to digital dropbox by 5pm
• Meetings:
o Rho Chi Meeting, Noon PCLC
Friday (Name Your Car Day) 10/02:
• Experiential: 9-12 in 456
o Calculations Review (Howrie 9-10)
o Review of Med Orders (Skledar 10-11)
o ASHP Video (11-12)
o Pre-Lab Due for 10/9 Lab by Noon to Susan Parnell
• Meetings:
o None
Things to Note By Class:
POP 5:
• Corman posted Journal Club tips
• The literature search for EBM 1 is due in the digital dropbox by 5 PM on Thursday, October 1. This is a group assignment worth 2 points.
o The initial recommendation and rationale are due in class (typed) on Wednesday, October 7. This is an individual assignment worth 3 points.
• All journal club articles posted
o Just as a note:
ADVANCE article for JC#1 – Groups A, B, E, G, I, K, M, O
ACCORD article for JC#1 – Groups C, D, F, H, J, L, N, P
Experiential:
• Skledar posted assignment, bring a copy to the 10/2 session
• Check during the week for notes to be posted for the lecture
• Pre-lab for 10/9 Lab due on 10/02 by Noon to Susan Parnell
Immunology:
• Exam Thursday 1:30-3:30 LR6
o There is no class the morning of the exam, remember your PeopleSoft Number
Pulmonology/Rheumatology:
• Asthma SOAP – turn in to Susan Parnell by 9am Wed 09/30
• Smithburger posted notes for Monday
• Vitale assignment due 10/22 to Susan Parnell
o 1-2 pages, how was the experience with a smoker (3 sessions!)
• Schiff posted his old notes and a study guide for his part of the exam
Endocrinology:
• Drab posted answer keys and revised insulin dosing slides
• Read DM chapter in Dipiro (Chapter 77 – pgs 1205-41)
• Exam Tuesday 10:00-11:50 in LR6
o Please remember your Peoplesoft Number, you will need it for the scantron
• Minningh notes posted
• SOAP notes on 2 pts from diabetes lab due at the end of the semester
Law:
• Read Pharmacy Practice and Law pgs 165-239, CFR Parts 1300.01 – 1308.33, and “The Pharmacist’s Manual”
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, feel free to get in touch.
Posted by: Michael Smith
09/25/2009
The Week Ahead 09/21 - 09/25
Important Announcements:
• Scholarship applications are due by Thursday 10/01. Remember to update your contact information prior to starting the application.
• Remember your elective assignments
• Remember 8 hours of experiential project hours
• From Jenny Bacci:
“GPSA is in the process of changing their travel grant application process. If you are planning on attending MRM and ASHP and using your one time a year funding, please submit your paperwork but the last day of October. It is not guaranteed that you will receive funding for these events, but each student can get one grant per year so you can apply again if you do not get the money the first time around. The paperwork and instructions are available at http://www.gpsa.pitt.edu/services/travel.php and if you have any questions, see Jenny Bacci.”
• From Jaci Schlott:
“Please contact Jaclyn Schlott at the correct email address of jms279@pitt.edu to sign up for immunizations with Dr. Hall.”
Super Important Announcements since no one reads the important ones:
• Please email me your group’s questions and slides for the immunology practicum so they can be duly distributed to all.
Monday (International Banana Festival) 09/21:
• Pulmonology – from 9-11
o Groups E-H Asthma Cases in 371 from 9-10am
o Groups A-D Asthma Cases in 371 from 10-11am
o Groups I-P Respiratory Lab in 402/PCLC – everyone is to report to 402 first (Ashley Haddad, you only have this for two hours, you will rotate through for stations for thirty minutes each, the rest of the schedule is the same, so no questions on where you need to be!)
• Endocrinology – Drab/Klucenic from 11-12 in 355
o Notes are posted
• Meetings:
o LKS Officer Meeting Noon 456
o Dr. Pater’s Medication Review for Project Hours Informational Meeting, Noon PCLC
Tuesday (Fall Begins) 09/22:
• Pulmonology – 9-12 – Vitale…smoking cessation…again in 402
o Should have reviewed slides 1-36
• Immunology – Song from 1:30-2:30 in 456
o Should have read chapters 10 & 11
• Law – Gainor from 2:30-5:30 in 456
o Should have read Pennsylvania Pharmacy Practice and Law pgs255-61
• Meetings:
o Project CHANCE Committee Meeting Noon TBD
o DAB 7:45am 11th Floor
o Student Reception Planning Meeting Noon 11th Floor
Wednesday (Checkers Day) 09/23:
• POP 5 – Corman from 8:30-10 in 456
o Notes are posted, please note the START TIME OF 8:30AM
o Optional Lecture as it is review of study design and statistics
• Endocrinology – Drab from 10-12 in 355
• Meetings:
o IPSF Meeting Noon in 456
o Social Committee Meeting 12:30p in 456
Thursday (Festival of Latest Novelites) 09/24:
• Immunology – NO CLASS FROM 9-10
o Practicum Assignment Thursday – everyone is to report to 456 at 10am
o Group E will present to the whole class…then
o Groups A-H in 456 (F-H presentations)
o Groups I-P in 457 (M-P presentations)
• Endocrinology – NO CLASS, CASE IS POSTED AND DUE 10/1
o Email Case to Drab (drab@pitt.edu) by 5pm on 10/1
• Meetings:
o Project CHANCE Training Session Noon TBD
Friday (National Comic Book Day) 09/25:
• Experiential:
o IV Compatibility 9-10:30a
o Technology in Institutional Practice 10:45-12p
• Meetings:
o None
Things to Note By Class:
POP 5:
• All journal club articles posted
o Just as a note:
ADVANCE article for JC#1 – Groups A, B, E, G, I, K, M, O
ACCORD article for JC#1 – Groups C, D, F, H, J, L, N, P
• Notes posted for Wednesday class WHICH STARTS AT 8:30AM
Experiential:
• Skledar posted assignment which is due 09/25 to Susan Parnell, and bring a copy to the 10/2 session
• Check during the week for notes to be posted for the lecture
Immunology:
• Please read chapters 10 & 11 for Tuesday
• Practicum Assignment Thursday – everyone is to report to 456 at 10am
o NOTE – there is no class at 9am
o Group E will present to the whole class…then
o Groups A-H in 456 (F-H presentations)
o Groups I-P in 457 (M-P presentations)
• Email me your questions and powerpoint slides
Pulmonology/Rheumatology:
• Asthma SOAP – can re-submit until 09/28 by 9am
• Notes posted
• Please review slides 1-36 for Vitale’s lecture
• Schiff posted his old notes and a study guide for his part of the exam
• Practicum on Monday
o Groups E-H Asthma Cases in 371 from 9-10am
o Groups A-D Asthma Cases in 371 from 10-11am
o Groups I-P Respiratory Lab in 402/PCLC – everyone is to report to 402 first (Ashley Haddad, you only have this for two hours, you will rotate through for stations for thirty minutes each, the rest of the schedule is the same, so no questions on where you need to be!)
Endocrinology:
• There is NO practicum on Thursday
o Drab posted the case, it is due by 5p, on 10/1 via email to Drab (drab@pitt.edu)
• Drab posted answer keys and revised insulin dosing slides
• Klucenic notes are posted
• Read DM chapter in Dipiro (Chapter 77 – pgs 1205-41)
• SOAP notes on 2 pts from diabetes lab due at the end of the semester
Law:
• Please read Pharmacy Practice and Law pgs 255-261
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, feel free to get in touch.
Posted by: Michael Smith
09/18/2009
The Week Ahead 09/14 - 09/18
Important Announcements:
• Scholarship applications are due by Thursday 10/01. Remember to update your contact information prior to starting the application.
• Remember your elective assignments
• Remember 8 hours of experiential project hours
Super Important Announcements since no one reads the important ones:
• Please email me your group’s questions and slides for the immunology practicum so they can be duly distributed to all
Monday (National Cream-Filled DonutDay) 09/14:
• Pulmonology – Howrie/Schiff from 9-11 in 355
o Notes posted
• Endocrinology – Drab from 11-12 in 355
• IPPE Rotation Preferences due on EMS today
• Meetings:
o Mock Reception Meeting for Class Reps Noon 11th Floor Conference Room
o LKS Officer Meeting Noon 456
Tuesday (Felt Hat Day) 09/15:
• Pulmonology – 9-12 – PLEASE BRING YOUR CLICKERS
o A-H Respiratory Lab in 402 and PCLC (report to 402 first)
o M-P Asthma Cases in 371 Salk AT 9AM
o I-L Asthma Cases in 371 AT 10AM
• Immunology – Song from 1:30-2:30 in 456
o Should have read chapters 7 & 8
• Law – Gainor from 2:30-5:30 in 456
o Should have read Pennsylvania Code, Title 49 Sections 27.1 through 27.101
• Meetings:
o ASP Exec Board Meeting Noon PCLC
o SNPhA Meeting Noon 402
Wednesday ( Collect Rocks Day) 09/16:
• POP 5 – Corman from 9-10 in 456
o Notes are posted, please note the START TIME OF 9AM
• Endocrinology – Drab from 10-12 in 355
• Meetings:
o Rho Chi/PLS Professional Lecture Series Noon 402 (FREE LUNCH)
Thursday (National Apple Dumpling Day) 09/17:
• Immunology – Song from 9-10 in 456
o Practicum from 10-12
o A-H in 456 (A-D Presentations)
o I-P in 457 (I-L Presentations)
• Endocrinology – Drab Patient Case Practicum PROFESSIONAL DRESS
o Everything is posted, there are four documents to print
• Meetings:
o ASP Pt Care Committee Meeting Noon PCLC
Friday (National Play-Doh Day) 09/18:
• Experiential:
o August Site Debriefing (see courseweb for list of students) from 8-9
o Calculations Exam 9-11 in 456
• Meetings:
o IT Committee Meeting Noon PCLC
Things to Note By Class:
POP 5:
• All journal club articles posted
• Notes posted for Wednesday class WHICH STARTS AT 9AM
Experiential:
• Due EMS preferences by 09/14
o Select IPPE acute, ambulatory or unique (elective)
• Skledar posted assignment which is due 09/25
Immunology:
• Please read chapters 7 & 8 for Tuesday
• Practicum Assignment
o Practicum from 10-12
o A-H in 456 (A-D Presentations)
o I-P in 457 (I-L Presentations)
• Email me your questions and powerpoint slides
Pulmonology/Rheumatology:
• Asthma P due 09/15 on blog by 9am and bring copy to practicum (09/15)
• Notes Posted
• For Practcia PLEASE BRING YOUR CLICKERS
o A-H Respiratory Lab in 402 and PCLC (report to 402 first)
o M-P Asthma Cases in 371 Salk AT 9AM
o I-L Asthma Cases in 371 AT 10AM
Endocrinology:
• Documents/practica info is posted
• Read DM chapter in Dipiro (Chapter 77 – pgs 1205-41)
• SOAP notes on 2 pts from diabetes lab due at the end of the semester
• Pt Case Document and pt cases posted for practica, please bring with you
Law:
• Please read Pennsylvania Code, Title 49 Sections 27.1 through 27.101
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, feel free to get in touch.
Posted by: Michael Smith
09/11/2009
IMMEDIATE Opportunity for Experiential Project Hours
Hi everyone,
Dr. Jonkman is looking for volunteers to assist with the P-1's "My First
Patient" experience (even though it's not called this anymore but it is
similar to what we completed with Dr. Stoehr). Their session is this
Wednesday, September 16, 2009 from 1:00-5:00. This can also be used
towards required Experiential Learning hours for EL5 which we will have
approved in advance. All that is required of you is attending, a short
reflection, and activity log.
We would be responsible for taking blood pressure (~6 people needed),
measuring peak flow (~3 people needed), taking blood glucose (~5 people
needed). Dr. Jonkman believes we will be concurrently learning this
things in Endocrinology and Pulmonology so we should be trained by that
date. However, if additional practice is wanted or necessary, this may be
arranged prior to the session.
We realize some people may have electives during this time and it is short
notice, however, if you are availabe and interested please get back to us
as soon as possible.
E-mail Dana at dkr3@pitt.edu
Thanks!
Jaci Schlott and Dana Riether
Rho-Chi service co-chairs
Posted by: Michael Smith
09/10/2009
Important Information - Please Read
Two Announcements:
1. The Scholarship Phone-a-thon is coming up at the beginning of October. Helping with the phone-a-thon will be taken into consideration when it is time to give out scholarships from the school. All students are encouraged to participate. There will be four sessions to sign up for: Tuesday October 6th from 6-8pm, Tuesday October 6th from 8-10pm, Wednesday October 7th from 6-8pm and Thursday October 8th from 6-8pm. The later time will be used to call the West Coast. A sign-up sheet will be passed around in class tomorrow. For more information or any questions please email me.
2. If you are interested in the project hours that Dr. Pater is offering through 'Medication Reviews for Vulnerable Elders', there will be an informational/sign-up/scheduling on Monday, September 21st at Noon in the PCLC. Please bring your availability as we will be scheduling times to go. Any questions feel free to get in touch.
Thanks.
Posted by: Michael Smith
09/09/2009
Stuff
Two announcements:
-the SOA is due Wednesday by 9am, not Tuesday. The P is due Tuesday the 15th.
-if you are going to attend ASHP's Midyear Clinical Meeting, please contact Taylor Miller (tjm33@pitt.edu) as exams will need to be changed. In your email to him, let him know if you have rotation scheduled for the week after our finals
Posted by: Michael Smith
09/07/2009
The Week Ahead 09/07 - 09/11
Important Announcements:
• APhA-ASP signups will be on Wednesday 09/11, please bring $25 cash or check made payable to the University of Pittsburgh
• Scholarship applications are due by Tuesday 09/15. Remember you must be a member of APha-ASP to be eligible for scholarships
• Allow access to taskstream for professors today, see details below experiential
• Remember your elective assignments
• Remember 8 hours of experiential project hours
Monday (Labory Day) 09/07:
• NO CLASS
Tuesday (Pardon Day) 09/08:
• Pulmonology – Dixit from 9-12 in 402
o Handouts for his lecture are outside his office (559 Salk)
o Asthma SOA due by 9am on blog
o Should have reviewed respiratory physiology from Dixit’s A&P notes last year
• Immunology – Song from 1:30-2:30 in 456
o Notes posted on courseweb
o Should have read chapter 4
• Law – Gainor from 2:30-5:30 in 456
o Handouts/readings in 5th floor office
o Should have read Pennsylvania Pharmacist Act, Generic Equivalent Drug Act and the Physician’s Assistant Packet
• P3 Student Assessment due to Susan Parnell Today (728Salk)
• Meetings:
o PLS Mentoring Lunch (Noon 402)
Wednesday 09/09:
• POP 5 – Corman from 8-10 in 456
• Endocrinology – Drab from 10-12 in 355
• Meetings:
o PLS – Noon, PCLC
• ASP Signups today, bring $25 cash or check
Thursday (Swap Ideas Day) 09/10:
• Immunology – Song from 9-12 in 456
o Should have read chapters 5, 6, and 9
• Endocrinology – Drab Practicum PROFESSIONAL DRESS
o A-H 1:30-3 in 810
o I-P 3-4:30 in 810
• Meetings:
o Rho Chi (Noon PCLC)
o Take My BP Day (5-6:30 402)
Friday (No News is Good News Day) 09/11:
• Experiential:
o August Site Debriefing (see courseweb for list of students) from 8-9 in 456
o Howrie and Pschirer from 9-11 in 456
o Skledar from 11-12 in 456
• Meetings:
o Professional Council (Noon PCLC)
Things to Note By Class:
POP 5:
• Handout for 09/09 on courseweb
• All journal club articles posted
Experiential:
• P3 Student Self Assessment Due to Susan Parnell (728 Salk) by Tuesday 09/08
• Due EMS preferences by 09/14
o Select IPPE acute, ambulatory or unique (elective)
• Allow Access to Tasktream, follow these steps:
o Login to Taskstream
o Click ‘Folios & WebPages’
o Click Presentation Portfolio (Name.University of Pittsburgh.School of Pharmacy.PharmD Candidate Class of 2011 should be the name)
You made this P1 year, it should NOT have a lock under it
o Click ‘Publish/Share’
o Click ‘Publish’
o Select ‘No password needed’
o Click ‘Publish’
o Return to ‘Publish/Share’ screen by clicking that link
o Click ‘Email this URL’
o Copy the following to ‘External Recipients’:
howrie@pitt.edu, seyberta@upmc.edu, smp32@pitt.edu
o Click ‘Send Message’
Immunology:
• Song Li’s Antibody notes for 09/08 are posted
• Read chapter 4 by Tuesday, and 5,6, and 9 by Thursday
Pulmonology/Rheumatology:
• Get Balwant’s notes outside 559 Salk prior to 09/08 lecture and review physiology of respiratory system from P1 Anatomy notes
• Asthma SOA due 09/09 on blog by 9am and bring copy to practicum (09/15)
• Asthma P due 09/15 on blog by 9am and bring copy to practicum (09/15)
Endocrinology:
• Documents/practica info is posted
• Practicum for Thursday is posted
• Read DM chapter in Dipiro (Chapter 77 – pgs 1205-41)
Law:
• Pick up packets/readings from 5th floor office
• Read PA Pharmacist Act, Generic Equivalent Drug Act and Physician’s Assistant packet
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, feel free to get in touch.
Enjoy the holiday weekend.
Posted by: Michael Smith
09/04/2009
Lost Sweatshirt at Back to School Picnic
If you left a sweatshirt at the back to school picnic, please contact Natalie (natalie.l.pappas@gmail.com) asap, or stop by the 9th floor to retrieve your lost good.
Posted by: Michael Smith
09/03/2009
P3 Weekly Grid Fall 2009 Available on-line
http://students.pharmacy.pitt.edu/officialdocs.html
For more info: http://students.pharmacy.pitt.edu/officialdocs.html
Posted by: Thomas Waters
09/02/2009
RxPrep Is Looking for Mentors
RxPrep is looking for students from the P3 class to serve as mentors to the pre-pharmacy students. If you are interested in becoming a mentor and helping out, email Sarah Rindfuss (slr38+@pitt.edu) or show up to the first meeting, which is Thursday, September 9th, from 5-6pm in 402.
Posted by: Michael Smith
08/28/2009
Books
In case anyone wanted to try and buy books online, in addition to the Dipiro monster and casebook, we need the following according to the health book store:
The Immune System 3rd Ed. by Peter Parham ($100 New at the book store)
Pharmacy Practice and the Law 5th Ed. by Richard R. Abood ($93.95 New at the book store)
Code of Federal Regulations 21 Part 1300 to End Revised as of April 1st, 2009 Food and Drugs ($29 New at the book store)
See you in a few.
Posted by: Michael Smith
08/26/2009
Important Information for School
Hello Everyone,
Just a few things:
1. The schedule is not official yet, but will be in a week or so, it will be sent out as soon as it is made available
2. Please make sure you have turned in your financial aid forms to the financial aid office - it is different now that we are all considered grad students
3. To view your already assigned rotation, go to https://www.ems-webs.com/pittsburgh/ . Sometime in September all students will be put into a lottery system to pick their second P3 rotation
4. Here are the groups for the year:
A- Corle, Hantz, Lesko, Mueller, Rhodes, Santangelo, Straub
B- Barnes, Carson, MJ, Hoi Yee, Taylor, Tylavsky, Weber
C - S.Adams, Regine, Bowers, Eileen, Petrik, LSim, Smith
D - Bacci, Suzie, Hepp, Kerri, Ritu, Garrett, Vanita
E - Blake, Baron, Jordan, Holland, Jerry, Brent, Stefanow
F - Bert, Chu, Jenny Fran, Groetzinger, Bria, Trumbo, Yanicko
G - M.Adams, LC, SHIN-JI, Natalie, Rains, Schanz, Tracy
H - Aly, Hartman, Kayleigh, Rosh, Jeremy, Haleema, Zhu
I - Brianna, Maria, Eric, Drew, Dan, Pat Pugliese, Wagner
J - Chetosky, Coyle, Pat Newsome, Alexa, Schlott, van Olden, Zona
K - Ray, Shane, Cat, Gina, Stahl, Toale, Ambrosino
L - Ellen, BAD, Mazz, Jennifer Nguyen, Heather Snyder and Gibson, AK
M - Haddaddddd, Momper, Dana, Cassidy, LHall, Rob, Anson
N - Sommer, Sheena, Casale, BJ, Rachel Houpt, Krista, Megan
O - Stevens, Kristina, Domasky, Scott, Hinds, Klunk, Zach
As always if you have any questions feel free to get in touch.
Posted by: Michael Smith
08/06/2009
Marcia Is Looking for Volunteers
Marcia Borrelli is in need of some volunteers for our “So You Want to Be a Pharmacist” days. The Programs are on Friday, July 31 and Friday, August 7, 10:00 until 12:45.
Approx. 8 students would be great!! (4 students for the Panel discussion with high school seniors/2 students to assist in the hand sanitizer info for parents and if there are 2 more students, we could use help in the Lab.)
If you can help her out, please email her (borrelli@pitt.edu).
Thanks, enjoy the rest of your summer.
Posted by: Michael Smith
07/07/2009
Audio Response Card
The Audio Response Cards (Turning Technology) are in and need to be handed out to all P3 students by Friday.
P3 students are scheduled to pick-up and sign the Audio Response Card agreement tomorrow from 10:00 - 11:30 after the exam. There will be a table outside the office (Curran Center for Pharmacy Students) on the 9th floor.
Also, P3 students will need to sign the code of conduct agreement at this time.
It is important that everyone obtains their Audio Response Card by Friday. You will be required to have the response card at all School of Pharmacy class sessions.
Posted by: Marcia Borrelli
10/08/2008
Week of November 26-December 2
Hey everyone!
I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving break and is ready for one more week before finals! I just wanted to let everyone know that although this is the last week this semester with information related to coursework, I will be sending out an abbreviated e-mail the next two Sundays. Next week I’ll be sure to include any deadlines/a summary of Experiential information and documents so you can keep them all in one place if you haven’t been saving the individual e-mails. Also, I’ll be sending a list (rare for me!) of our final exam schedule on 12/9 just to remind everyone once more.
I’ll have a couple of important announcements this week in class, but I also wanted to just get a few people’s response about having an end-of-the-semester class event on 12/14. I just wanted a general consensus if most, or some, of you would be interested – please let Gretchen, Greg, or I know!
My best,
Matt
1) Schedule:
This week: RA Quiz on Monday, Immunology Practicums/Quizzes Thursday/Friday
Monday, November 26
- Rheumatology – Rheumatology Practicum with Dr. Farrah from 9a-11a. This practicum is worth 20 points and will include a quiz. I have not heard back specifics beyond what was mentioned in class from Dr. Farrah, but once/if I do I will send a supplemental e-mail.
- Endocrinology – Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia lecture from Dr. Schonder from 11a-12a. Slides for the week’s lectures are posted on Courseweb to be printed and brought to class.
- Endocrinology – Grades for the 2nd midterm exam are posted on Courseweb. Also, students are encouraged to complete the online professor evaluation on Courseweb by DECEMBER 1, 2007 to receive 5 extra bonus points for the class!
Tuesday, November 27
- Rheumatology – Integrated Clinical Skills Practicum – Rheumatology Jeopardy from 9a-11a with Faculty in 402 Salk Hall.
- Immunology – Thoracic Transplantation Lecture from Dr. Shullo from 1:30-2:30.
- Law – Lecture from Dr. Gainor from 2:30 to 5:30 on Pharmacy Malpractice and Business. Read Pharmacy Law Digest pages 191 to 318 to prepare for the lecture topics and bring required textbooks to class.
- Experiential Learning – Students with elective credits in Block A rotations must complete and submit the form e-mailed by Dr. Howrie for excusals from the requirements
Wednesday, November 28
- Law – Lecture from Dr. Gainor from 8a-10a on Pharmacy Malpractice and Business. Read Pharmacy Law Digest pages 191 to 318 to prepare for the lecture topics and bring required textbooks to class.
- Endocrinology – Menopause and Hormone Replacement Therapy Lecture from 10a-11a and Prevention and Treatment of Osteoporosis Lecture from Dr. Hall from 11a-12p. Notes should be posted on Courseweb to print and bring to class (early this week)
Thursday, November 29
- Immunology – Transplantation Practicum Presentations by Groups A1/B1 in assigned rooms (Group As – 457, Group Bs – 456) from 9a-11a. Practicums are worth 12.5 group points and 12.5 individual points for this assignment. Information and assignments can be found on Courseweb under the “Assignments” tab. Also there will be a quiz on the material from Practicum 5 on November 12.
- Endocrinology – Integrated Clinical Skills – Practicum on Treatment of Menapause and Osteoporosis by Dr. Hall and Faculty from 1:30-4:30. The information for the Practicum should be posted on Courseweb early this week for students!
Friday, November 30
- Immunology – Integrative Case Presentation and Interaction with Patients Practicum with Dr. Shullo for ALL student in room 456 from 9a-12p. The first two hours will be combined group case presentations from groups A2/Bs (the assignment is worth a total of 25 points). The last hour will be a Q&A with the transplantation patients from Dr. Shullo’s practice. There will also be a quiz from the transplantation presentations from November 29 during class.
- Experiential Learning – Mastery Assessment for the portfolio should be submitted by today via Digital Dropbox. A second copy should be retained for the portfolio.
2) Coming Up Next Week
Monday, 12/3
- Block A Experiential Learning, No Class for others
Tuesday, 12/4
- Block A Experiential Learning, No Class for others
Wednesday, 12/5
- Block A Experiential Learning, No Class for others
Thursday, 12/6
- Block A Experiential Learning, No Class for others
Friday, 12/7
– Block A Experiential Learning, No Class for others
– Experiential Learning – Block A Student Mastery Assessment and all assignments must be completed and submitted to Digital Dropbox today.
Finals Schedule (all finals are scheduled for Scaife 6):
Monday, 12/10 Rheumatology Final Examination, 2-4p
Tuesday, 12/11 Endocrinology Final Examination, 9a-11a
Wednesday, 12/12 Law Final Examination, 1-3p
Friday, 12/14 Immunology Final Examination, 9a-11a
3) General Announcements
Meetings:
Monday –
- PLS Auction Meeting at 12p in the PCLC
Tuesday –
- PLS/Rho Chi Professional Event Series Presents:
“Opportunities in Academia and Teaching” by Dr. Susan Meyer
Wednesday –
- PLS New Applicant Social at 12p in the PCLC
- Novartis dinner at Grand Concourse from 6:30-8:30
Thursday –
- Rho Chi Meeting at 12p in the PCLC
- ASP Social Committee Meeting at 12p in the PCLC Room 234
Friday –
- AMCP P&T Competition Meeting at 12p in the PCLC
Pharmacy Weeks Social Meeting: Thursday November 29th 12pm PCLC. We will be finalizing the Pharmacy Weeks schedule and planning the annual formal.
Kappa Psi will once again be sponsoring the “Giving Tree” for underprivliged children around Pittsburgh to have the opportunity to enjoy the Christmas holiday. Please feel free to take a gift tag and more information/class announcements will be made for the specifics regarding deadlines and drop-offs! Thanks and have a great holiday season!
PDC will be selling glassware for the remainder of the semester. Items include pint glasses for $7 each or 4 for $20 and two different types of shot glasses, each for $5. Find any PDC brother to purchase your selection today!
Experiential Learning Committee and Representatives
As a result of the changes in Experiential Learning, we elected Alisa Michael and Amber Bryski and Mindy Martin were selected to serve on a committee with Rachel Lambert, Gretchen Kreckel, and Matt Sapko to figure out the changes in Rotations and Experiential Learning. If anyone has questions, concerns, or problems, feel free to talk to any of the committee members.
Did you check the Student Portal this week? Everyone should try to check the Portal often for meetings and announcements. This is a great tool that many student leaders and organization representatives are using this year to inform students about meetings and events. The address is: students.pharmacy.pitt.edu
4) Birthdays
- Courtney Mills, November 19
- Amber Bryski, November 21
- Joe Rybny, November 27
5) Attachments
NONE
Posted by: Matt Sapko
11/25/2007
Week of November 5 to November 11
Hey everyone!
Good luck on the examinations this week and anyone having Rounding Simulation or Immuno presentations. Hope everyone received the information and e-mails about P3 sites and anyone not receiving the information about P4 rotations can talk to me for further information and directions.
Have a great week!
My best,
Matt
1) Schedule:
This week: Endocrinology Exam on 11/7
Monday, November 5
- Experiential Learning – Digitial Dropbox completed assignments on Courseweb for the Calculation Competancy Examination errors and accompanying assignment.
- Rheumatology – Rheumatoid Arthritis Practicum from Dr. Farrah from 9a-11a.
- Endocrinology – Lecture on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome/Contraception from Dr. Hall from 11a-12p. Notes are posted on Courseweb to print and to bring to class. This material will be covered on Examination 3.
Tuesday, November 6
- POP – Integrated Clinical Skills Practicum – Rounding Simulation for Ameer Ali-Rachel Lambert from 9a-12p. See the posted scheduled for your assigned room and time on Courseweb.
- Immunology – Cancer and the Immune System Lecture from Dr. Lippman from 1:30-2:30
- Law – Lecture from Dr. Gainor from 2:30 to 5:30 on Regulation of Pharmaceuticals and Poison Prevention Packaging Act Booklet (if we get to it). Students are reminded to bring both textbooks to class this week and the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The reading assignment is to read pages 23 to 123 in Pharmacy Law Digest for Regulation of Pharmaceuticals, review the Poison Prevention Packet, and pages 169-190 for Inspection of Pharmacy (as well as CFR 1316.01 to 1316.13). Also Pharmacy Law Digest pages 239 to 318 for Civil Liability/Tort Law. Just a reminder that our class grades for the Law midterm are posted on the 10th floor outside of room 1009.
Wednesday, November 7
- Law – Lecture from Dr. Gainor from 8a-10a covering Regulation of Pharmaceuticals/Poison Prevention Packaging Act Booklet, and possibly Inspection of Pharmacy or Civil Liability/Tort Law
- Endocrinology – Examination #2 from 10a-12p in 355 Salk Hall. The exam will cover material from the lectures and practicums by Dr. Schonder (3 packets), Dr. Zemaitis, Dr. Minnigh (1 packet), and Dr. Hall (2 packets) up to the practicum on 11/1. There will be 6 or 7 questions per lecture hour with extra questions on the lecture topics that were covered during practicum time.
- Career Expo from 12p-3p with over 30 companies. Students can also schedule company interviews by talking with Lori Schmotzer on the 9th floor.
Thursday, November 8
- POP -- Lecture from Dr. Corman on Formulary decision making with an in class assignment. An assigned reading is posted on Courseweb to be read prior to class. Class will start at 9:30 am in Scaife #6, unless an announcement is posted on Courseweb or an announcement is made in class stating otherwise.
- Integrated Clinical Skills – No Practicum
Friday, November 9
- Immunology – Practicum 5 on Cancer from 9a-11a covering presentations from groups A2 and B2. In addition, there will be a quiz covering material from the October 26, 2007 practicum.
2) Coming Up Next Week
Monday, 11/12
Tuesday, 11/13
- POP – Group 2 Student Rounding Simulation Projects. Consult Courseweb for your respective times, other students have off for this time.
Wednesday, 11/14
Thursday, 11/15
Friday, 11/16
– Immunology – Lecture begins at 8a with Dr. Schonder and Dr. Johnson instead of the 9a stated on the syllabus in order to have off 11/20 for an extended Thanksgiving vacation
3) General Announcements
Meetings:
Monday – SPIN/PPA Webinar from 12-1p
Tuesday – ASP General Body Meeting 12-1p in 402
Wednesday – Career Expo from 12-3p in 402
Thursday – IPSF Meeting from 12-1p in PCLC
– Operation P Cubed Pictionary from 12-1p in 402
Friday –
Saturday – Smoking Cessation Commercial Deadline
For those of you interested in earning some service learning hours, SNPhA has several events to participate in. On Tuesday, November 13th, from 5-8 pm, there will be a health fair at Duquesne. The Pitt chapter will have tables on smoking cessation, OTC counseling, and blood pressure screenings. Students are not required to participate for the full 3 hours and may come to to health fair after law class. In addition, Dr. Hall is looking for students to sign up for Immunization clinics on various days and times in the next few weeks. Participation in any these events is valid for experiential learning service learning hours. To earn these hours, students must fill out an activity log and write a reflection on their experience. If you wish to sign up for any of these events, please see Jovonne Jones.
The school is looking for pharmacy students to participate in Investing Now, a program was created by the pharmacy school to educate high school students interested in the sciences and to promote the profession of pharmacy. Volunteers are treated to a free breakfast and lunch, and they will be assigned to various stations on subjects like diabetes, inhalers, compounding, and antacids. The program will take place on Saturday, November 10th, in Salk hall (meet in room 402) from 8:30am-12:30pm. Those of you interested in signing up can see either Jovonne Jones or Dr. Corey.
PDC will be selling glassware for the remainder of the semester. Items include pint glasses for $7 each or 4 for $20 and two different types of shot glasses, each for $5. Find any PDC brother to purchase your selection today!
Our 2nd Operation P Cubed Event has been rescheduled for THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH FROM NOON - 1PM IN 402. Thanks for everyone's patience with this! We're still playing pictionary. Get psyched!
PittMed APAMSA cordially invites you to join us for our annual *Diwali* celebration featuring:
medical student Diwali skit, catered Indian cuisine, live dance performances. The details are Saturday, November 3, 2007, 4-7 pm at the William Pitt Union. Tickets are $7/person in advance, $9/door tickets will be sold 10/29-11/2, 12p-1p, on 4th floor Scaife. Any questions can be sent to Sujay (sheth.sujay@medstudent.pitt.edu). Come eat with us, then walk across the street to dance the night away!!
You are invited to: The School of Pharmacy’s Annual Career Expo
There will be representatives from 30 companies in various pharmacy practice settings will be including: Hospital, Industry, Community, Independent, and More. Also, new this year, there will be at least 15 companies willing to have interviews right in Salk Hall. They will be conducted every 15 minutes from 4-8pm. Please e-mail Lori Schmotzer @ schmotze@pitt.edu the companies that you are interested in interviewing with. You will be notified of the time and the room.
Experiential Learning Committee and Representatives
As a result of the changes in Experiential Learning, we elected Alisa Michael and Amber Bryski and Mindy Martin were selected to serve on a committee with Rachel Lambert, Gretchen Kreckel, and Matt Sapko to figure out the changes in Rotations and Experiential Learning. If anyone has questions, concerns, or problems, feel free to talk to any of the committee members.
Did you check the Student Portal this week? Everyone should try to check the Portal often for meetings and announcements. This is a great tool that many student leaders and organization representatives are using this year to inform students about meetings and events. The address is: students.pharmacy.pitt.edu
4) Birthdays
- Brett Paranzino, November 5
5) Attachments
NONE
Posted by: Matt Sapko
11/04/2007
Leonard and Annette Silverman University of Pittsburgh Pharmacy School Fund of The Pittsburgh Foundation
This scholarship was created at The Pittsburgh Foundation to provide scholarships to students who are currently enrolled in the PharmD program at the Univ. of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy. The Fund is in memory of Leonard Silverman, a graduate of the School of Pharmacy in 1951. The following criteria will apply: 1) Be enrolled in the PharmD program; 2) Have graduated from a high school in Western Pennsylvania; 3) Have a minimum GPA of 3.0; and 4) Demonstrate financial need.
Application deadline is February 28, 2008. The scholarship payment will be made after The Pittsburgh Foundation's June Board Meeting and credited to the recipient's account for the fall 2008 term.
Applications are available in the Curran Center for Pharmacy Students on the 9th Floor Salk Hall.
Posted by: Marcia Borrelli
11/01/2007
Free Women's Basketball Tickets
Student Services has free Women's basketball tickets. The first game is this Thursday, Nov. 1 and the second game is Sunday, Nov. 4. We have tickets for all games but the third game is not until December 5! Other dates of games are: Dec. 5, 18, and 22, Jan. 9, 19 and 27, Feb. 2, 6, 17 and 26, and March 3.
If anyone in your class is interested, they are welcome to the tickets! Have them stop in the Curran Center for Pharmacy Students on the 9th Floor. They will be distributed on a first-come-first-serve bases!
Thank you so much for making the announcement, I hope some will take advantage of the free tickets!
Posted by: Matt Sapko
10/29/2007
Week of October 29-November 4
Practicum 5 on Cancer on 11/9. Sections A2 and B2 are
presenting and there will be a quiz on the material presented from
Practicum 5.
Posted by: Matt Sapko
10/28/2007
Week of October 22-October 28
Hey everyone,
Hope everyone enjoys our first week in a few without any tests and no class on Thursday! Please feel free to contact any of us to find out any information or with any questions. Good luck with all of the group presentations!
My best,
Matt
1) Schedule:
This week: Journal Club on 10/23 and Immuno Practicum/Quiz on 10/26
Monday, October 22
- Rheumatology – Osteoarthritis Lecture from Dr. Farrah from 9a-11a
- Endocrinology – Lecture on Male and Female Sexual Dysfunction from Dr. Schonder from 11a-12p. Handouts are posted on Courseweb for printing to bring to class.
- Experiential Learning – Students with Block A rotations should be posted on Courseweb by the end of the afternoon. Also students being assigned to Block A should block their schedules for a meeting on November 29, 2007 from 11a-12p following the Immunology Practicum.
Tuesday, October 23
- POP – Integrated Clinical Skills Practicum – Journal Club on the DREAM and the HOPE trials. See the syllabus for group schedules and the changes for a few groups posted on Courseweb by Dr. Corman.
* Session 1 is from 9a-10:30a
* Session 2 is from 10:30a-12p
- Immunology – Overreactions of the Immune System (Cases on IBD) from Dr. Howrie 1:30-2:30
- Law - Lecture with Dr. Gainor from 2:30p-5:30p on Regulation of Pharmaceuticals. Reading assignment same as last week – read pgs. 23-123 in the Pharmacy Law Digest.
Wednesday, October 24
- Self Study due for all students taking the Immunization Elective to Dr. Sokos
- POP – Feedback Session. Lecture on Introduction to Persuasive Communication and Role Playing by Dr. Nicole Ansani from Pfizer. Look for notes on Courseweb. Also, consider volunteering for the communication activities she has planned (needs about 3 students).
- Endocrinology – Therapeutics of Contraception, Hormonal Contraceptives, and Contraception, Non-hormonal contraceptives Lecture with Dr. Hall from 10a-11a.
Thursday, October 25
- No class today – enjoy your day off!
- Experiential Learning – exams will be made available this week and students must correct the mistakes and complete the assignment (listed under announcements section on Courseweb), keeping a copy for their own portfolio as well as submitting a copy via Digital Dropbox by November 5.
Friday, October 26
- Immunology Practicum – Allergy and Autoimmune for Groups A1 and B1 (Practicum Assignment is available only via Courseweb) with Drs. Sokos and Shullo from 9-11a. The quiz from the immunizations practicum (Practicum 3) will be conducted at the beginning of class.
Saturday, 10/27
- APhA Immunization Class for registered students starting at 8a
Sunday, 10/28
- APhA Immunization Class for registered students starting at 8a
2) Coming Up Next Week
Monday, 10/29
Tuesday, 10/30
- Immunology Examination #2 from 9a-11a in Scaife 6
Wednesday, 10/31
- Halloween
- POP - Drug Information Question and In-Class Assigment
Thursday, 11/1
- Experiential Learning – no scheduled class unless specified by professors
- Integrated Clinical Skills Practicum
Friday, 11/2
3) General Announcements
Meetings:
Monday – Halloween Candy Gram sale begins
Tuesday – Candy Grams will be sold during lunch on the 4th floor
– PLS/IPSF Meeting with Dr. Marriott about Australia Pharmacy Practice from 12p-12:45p in 402
– Rho Chi Meeting from 12:45p-1:30p in the PCLC
– Preparing for Residencies/Midyear Meeting
Wednesday – Financial Planning Meeting from 12-1p in the PCLC
– P3 event in 402 Salk Hall – Group Pictionary
Thursday – Opportunities with the Army Meeting at 12-1p in the PCLC
– Halloween Candy Gram Sale ends
Friday –
ASP will be selling Halloween Candy grams for students for $1 each of 5 for $3. The sale will be conducted Monday through Thursday. Candy grams can be sent to anyone in Salk (dental, pharmacy, faculty, staff, etc.). Class representatives (Shannon and Tami for our class) will be selling the candy grams during class as well as during the day on Tuesday afternoon from 12p-1p.
ASP Operation P-cubed will be holding a competitive Pictionary tournament between the groups met at the Back to School party. All students interested should attend the event from 12p-1p in Salk 402 on Wednesday!
PLS and IPSF will be sponsoring a speaker on October 23, 2007 discussing pharmacy practice in Australia and international/academic leadership. The lecture will take place from 12-12:45p in Salk 402. For more information, please contact Matt Sapko.
The Mortar Board Senior Honor Society is having a School Supply Drive for local elementary schools. They are collecting an unused school supplies in a box on the 9th floor. If you have any questions please contact P2 Kris Kernich at klk39@pitt.edu
Students should visit my.pitt.edu to register for Emergency Notification from the University. In the wake of the tragic events last spring at Virginia Tech, students at Pitt can register for phone calls and text messages to alert them of emergencies at the University. There is a tab under my.pitt.edu that will self-direct through the registration process.
Student Health Service will be offering two sessions of flu shots for all students (faculty and staff of University of Pittsburgh are also welcome at these sessions). The sessions will be held on Thursday, October 25th from 10am-3pm and on Tuesday, October 30th from 10am-3pm, in Student Health Service’s Health Education Suite. We are located on the Fifth Floor of the Medical Arts Building, directly across Fifth Avenue from Children’s Hospital. No appointment is needed for the flu shot sessions (but any student who prefers to schedule an appointment, may opt to arrange for a flu shot appointment by calling 412-383-1800, instead). The flu shot cost is $20.00. (Flyers will be forthcoming in the very near future as an attachment for posting and distribution.)
This year lockers are again being offered for $10 a semester. If you are interested in purchasing a PCLC locker please contact Heather Derby in class or via e-mail at hed4@pitt.edu by the end of this week.
LKS CLOTHING SALE:
It's that time again for the LKS School of Pharmacy Clothing Sale. There
are new items, colors, and sizes. If you are interested, please see
Michelle Bopp for an order form. Orders are due by October 29th. Cash,
checks or money orders may be written to the University of Pittsburgh.
Orders can be turned in to Michelle as well. Orders should arrive around
Thanksgiving Break. Thank you for your continued support!
Experiential Learning Committee and Representatives
As a result of the changes in Experiential Learning, we elected Alisa Michael and Amber Bryski and Mindy Martin were selected to serve on a committee with Rachel Lambert, Gretchen Kreckel, and Matt Sapko to figure out the changes in Rotations and Experiential Learning. If anyone has questions, concerns, or problems, feel free to talk to any of the committee members.
Did you check the Student Portal this week? Everyone should try to check the Portal often for meetings and announcements. This is a great tool that many student leaders and organization representatives are using this year to inform students about meetings and events. The address is: students.pharmacy.pitt.edu
4) Birthdays
NONE
5) Attachments
NONE
Posted by: Matt Sapko
10/21/2007
Week of October 15-October 21
Hey everyone,
Just wanted to wish everyone luck with the Law Exam and thank Gretchen for sending out my e-mail since I’m going to be away until Monday. If anyone has any ideas about a class fundraiser or a class social event please feel free talk to me ASAP!
As always, please let us know if you have any problems, questions, or uncertainties.
My best,
Matt
1) Schedule:
Exams: Law 10/17
Monday, October 15
- Rheumatology – NSAIDs Lecture from Dr. Schiff and Dr. Howrie from 9a-11a
- Endocrinology – Pharmacology of Female Sex Hormones Lecture by Dr. Zemaitis from 11a-12p. Handouts are posted on Courseweb.
Tuesday, October 16
- Rheumatology – Integrated Clinical Skills Practicum – Rheumatoid Arthritis Lecture from Dr. Farrah from 9a-12p. Handouts are posted on Courseweb.
- Immunology – Disruption of Healthy Tissue by the Immune Response Lecture from Dr. Howrie 1:30-2:30
- Law - Lecture with Dr. Gainor from 2:30p-5:30p finishing up Exam material including the Controlled Substances and Regulation of Pharmaceuticals. Reading assignment same as last week – read pgs. 23-123 in the Pharmacy Law Digest. All material listed in the syllabus for the exam (10/17) will be covered on the exam regardless of whether or not it is covered in lecture.
Wednesday, October 17
- Law – Midterm Examination from 8a-9:30a. Wait outside of 456 until the TA lets us enter. The exam should only take about 50 minutes – 1 hour and will include 50 multiple choice questions.
- Endocrinology – Pharmacology of Male Sex Hormones Lecture with Dr. Zemaitis from 10a-11a. All notes (many documents) are posted on Courseweb.
- Endocrinology – Drugs Affecting the Reproductive Axis: GNRH, FSH, LH Lecture by Dr. Minnigh from 11a-12p. This will complete the previous packet we used 3 weeks ago.
- Smoking Cessation Symposium by Mr. Vitale in 355 from 4-5:30p. Students wishing to participate in the Smoking Cessation Project need to attend this lecture.
Thursday, October 18
- Experiential Learning – No class scheduled unless notified by professors from 9a-12p
- Endocrinology – Integrated Clinical Skills Practicum – Practicum on Application of Steroid Use by Dr. Schonder in 402. Groups can review the case online and form “patient-specific/directed” questions prior to practicum under Dr. Schonder’s section on Courseweb.
* Groups A-H from 1:30-3p
* Groups I-P from 3p-4:30p
Friday, October 19
- Immunology – Overreactions of the Immune System Lecture with Dr. Howrie from 9-11a.
- Immunology Practicum – Practicum topics for 10/26 for Groups A1/B1 are available online.
- Alumni Day Lecture 12p-1p in 402 Salk Hall. The speaker and his information was sent in an e-mail this past week with an attached flyer.
2) Coming Up Next Week
Monday, 10/22
Tuesday, 10/23
- POP – Integrated Clinical Skills Practicum – Journal Club Presentations
Wednesday, 10/24
Thursday, 10/25
- Experiential Learning – no scheduled class unless specified by professors
Friday, 10/26
-Immunology Practicum Presentations by Groups A1/B1
-Quiz on Practicum 3 (10/5/07) during practicum
Saturday, 10/27
- APhA Immunization Class for registered students
Sunday, 10/28
- APhA Immunization Class for registered students
3) General Announcements
Meetings:
Monday – Mandatory MRM Meeting at 12p in PCLC
Tuesday – PSHP/PPA about Residencies Meeting at 12p in 402
Wednesday – Lexi-Comp Presentation at 12p in PCLC
Thursday –
Friday –
PLS and IPSF will be sponsoring a speaker on October 23, 2007 discussing pharmacy practice in Australia and international/academic leadership. The lecture will take place from 12-12:45p in Salk 402. For more information, please contact Matt Sapko.
The Mortar Board Senior Honor Society is having a School Supply Drive for local elementary schools. They are collecting an unused school supplies in a box on the 9th floor. If you have any questions please contact P2 Kris Kernich at klk39@pitt.edu
Students should visit my.pitt.edu to register for Emergency Notification from the University. In the wake of the tragic events last spring at Virginia Tech, students at Pitt can register for phone calls and text messages to alert them of emergencies at the University. There is a tab under my.pitt.edu that will self-direct through the registration process.
Student Health Service will be offering two sessions of flu shots for all students (faculty and staff of University of Pittsburgh are also welcome at these sessions). The sessions will be held on Thursday, October 25th from 10am-3pm and on Tuesday, October 30th from 10am-3pm, in Student Health Service’s Health Education Suite. We are located on the Fifth Floor of the Medical Arts Building, directly across Fifth Avenue from Children’s Hospital. No appointment is needed for the flu shot sessions (but any student who prefers to schedule an appointment, may opt to arrange for a flu shot appointment by calling 412-383-1800, instead). The flu shot cost is $20.00. (Flyers will be forthcoming in the very near future as an attachment for posting and distribution.)
This year lockers are again being offered for $10 a semester. If you are interested in purchasing a PCLC locker please contact Heather Derby in class or via e-mail at hed4@pitt.edu by the end of this week.
LKS CLOTHING SALE:
It's that time again for the LKS School of Pharmacy Clothing Sale. There are new items, colors, and sizes. If you are interested, please see Michelle Bopp for an order form. Orders are due by October 29th. Cash,checks or money orders may be written to the University of Pittsburgh. Orders can be turned in to Michelle as well. Orders should arrive around Thanksgiving Break. Thank you for your continued support!
Experiential Learning Committee and Representatives
As a result of the changes in Experiential Learning, we elected Alisa Michael and Amber Bryski and Mindy Martin were selected to serve on a committee with Rachel Lambert, Gretchen Kreckel, and Matt Sapko to figure out the changes in Rotations and Experiential Learning. If anyone has questions, concerns, or problems, feel free to talk to any of the committee members.
Did you check the Student Portal this week? Everyone should try to check the Portal often for meetings and announcements. This is a great tool that many student leaders and organization representatives are using this year to inform students about meetings and events. The address is: students.pharmacy.pitt.edu
4) Birthdays
Adrienne Snik, October 14
Kaylan Kasko, October 16
Liz Marton, October 20
5) Attachments
NONE
Posted by: Matt Sapko
10/15/2007
Week of October 1-October 7
Hey everyone,
I hope everyone is doing well and getting ready for the next several busy weeks of tests and finals. There really are no big announcements this week, but be sure to check Courseweb for a lot of new information and look at the schedule carefully as there are many times this week where the class is split.
Please let any of us know if there are any questions, concerns, or problems.
Hope everyone has a great rest of the weekend!
My best,
Matt
1) Schedule:
Exams: Endocrinology on 10/3
Monday, October 1
- Pulmonology – COPD Practicum with Dr. Lauster in Room 355. Students need to sit with their groups during practicum to work on a group assignment. SOAP Notes are due by the beginning of class either to be handed in or submitted to Digital Dropbox beforehand
* Groups A-H class from 9-10a
* Groups I-P class from 10-11a
- Endocrinology -- Lecture on Pharmacology of Hyperthryroidism and Hypothyroidism by Dr. Schonder from 11a-12p. Handouts are posted on courseweb
Tuesday, October 2
- Experiential Learning – Integrated Clinical Skills Practicum – IV Lab for students along with pre-lab questions and assignment. Students must wear name tags and clean white coats (guys must wear ties, no open-toed shoes, etc.). The schedule for Tuesday is:
* Groups I-L Lab from 9-10:30a
* Groups M-P Lab from 10:30a-12p
- Immunology – Lecture with Dr. Sokos on Immunizations (Chapter 12, pgs 379-390 and online articles “Routine Vaccinations Across the Lifespan” and “Vaccines for Persons at High Risk”) from 1:30-2:30
- Law - Lecture with Dr. Gainor (Finish remainder of Pharmacy Regulations and Start Controlled Substances Act and Regulations) from 2:30p-5:30p. The reading assignment is Federal Regulations Parts 1300.01 through 1308.33.
Wednesday, October 3
- POP – Class will begin at 8:30a with lecture by Dr. Corman. There is an article posted on Courseweb to read, but there will be no slides posted for this lecture.
- Endocrinology – Examination #1 in Scaife 6 from 10a-12p. Exam 2 will cover Dr. Drab’s portion of Diabetes Mellitus, as well as, the other guest lecturers. The test will be Multiple Choice, True and False from cases presented on the test. Reminder to complete DM Educate for 10 points of extra credit on the exam after the curve!
- ASP Meeting at 12p in 402 Salk Hall
Thursday, October 4
- Experiential Learning – IV Lab for students along with pre-lab questions and assignment. Students must wear name tags and clean white coats (guys must wear ties, no open-toed shoes, etc.). The schedule for Thursday is:
* Groups A-D Lab from 9-10:30a
* Groups E-H Lab from 10:30a-12p
- Pulmonology – Integrated Clinical Skills Practicum – Respiratory/Pulm Jeopardy game will be held in Room 458 starting at 1:30p.
- ASHP/PSHP Annual Clinical Skills Competition beginning at 4p in the PCLC
Friday, October 5
- Immunology – Lecture with Dr. Sokos on Chapter 12, pg. 379-390 and additional readings listed in the course syllabus from 9-10a.
- Practicum 3 from 10a-12p on Immunizations. This practicum will NOT be a presentation but instead case studies fir groups to work on. The quiz from Practicum 2 will be given from the material presented on September 21.
2) Coming Up Next Week
Monday, 10/8
- Pulmonology – Examination #1 from 9a-11a in Scaife 6
Tuesday, 10/9
Wednesday, 10/10
- Endocrinology Exam #1 from 10a-12p in Scaife 6
Thursday, 10/11
- Experiential Learning – Calculations Competancy Examination from 9a-11a in Scaife 6
- Endocrinology – Thyroid Disorders Practicum from 1:30-4:30p
Friday, 10/12
3) General Announcements
Meetings:
Monday – SPIN/PPA Meeting at 12p in PCLC
Tuesday –
Wednesday – ASP Meeting at 12p in PCLC
Thursday – SNPhA Meeting at 12p in 457 Salk
Clinical Skills Competition at 4p in PCLC
Friday – PPA Annual Meeting (all weekend)
Students:
I am pleased to announce that the ASHP clinical skills competition is scheduled for the evening of October 4th. We are doing it a little differently this year to mimic the national competition. This year (assuming there will be more than 10 teams participate) will be run slightly differently from previous years. All teams will participate in the written case pharmacist care plan. These care plans will be scored according to the answer key. Only the top 10 scoring teams will then continue to the oral presentation competition component. This strategy mirrors the national competition exactly (and should make the evening a little shorter for everyone). I am planning a meeting with all participants early next week to review the competition process and rules (changed slightly from last year if you participated). The deadline to sign up is October 1st (9th floor student services). When you sign up, you will receive the practice case with answers and a copy of all the documents you will be using during the competition.
The schedule is as follows (can be a little flexible to accommodate conflicts - let me know):
4-6 pm Write up of pharmacist care plan
6-7 or 7:30pm dinner
7:30 announcement of written competition top 10 finalists
7:40 begin oral case presentations
Please contact me if you have any questions - I am happy to answer them. I encourage as many of you to participate as possible. The winning team will also participate in the PA Statewide Clinical Skills competition scheduled for Oct 11th in Mars, PA (during the PSHP Midyear meeting - free registration) and the national ASHP Clinical Skills competition in Las Vegas during the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting December 2nd (free registration provided and some travel support from the Dean's office). Participation in the national competition is a requirement of the winning team; the state competition is not mandatory, but highly encouraged.
This year lockers are again being offered for $10 a semester. If you are interested in purchasing a PCLC locker please contact Heather Derby in class or via e-mail at hed4@pitt.edu by the end of this week.
LKS CLOTHING SALE:
It's that time again for the LKS School of Pharmacy Clothing Sale. There
are new items, colors, and sizes. If you are interested, please see
Michelle Bopp for an order form. Orders are due by October 29th. Cash,
checks or money orders may be written to the University of Pittsburgh.
Orders can be turned in to Michelle as well. Orders should arrive around
Thanksgiving Break. Thank you for your continued support!
Experiential Learning Committee and Representatives
As a result of the changes in Experiential Learning, we elected Alisa Michael and Amber Bryski and Mindy Martin were selected to serve on a committee with Rachel Lambert, Gretchen Kreckel, and Matt Sapko to figure out the changes in Rotations and Experiential Learning. If anyone has questions, concerns, or problems, feel free to talk to any of the committee members.
EVERYONE should at least try to fill out the scholarship information, which takes less than 30 minutes, and typically about 100 scholarships and over $300,000 are given out annually to pharmacy students! If anyone has any questions please contact Matt Sapko at matt.sapko@gmail.com
Did you check the Student Portal this week? Everyone should try to check the Portal often for meetings and announcements. This is a great tool that many student leaders and organization representatives are using this year to inform students about meetings and events. The address is: students.pharmacy.pitt.edu
4) Birthdays
NONE
5) Attachments
1 – Grid for the Week of October 1-October 7
Posted by: Matt Sapko
10/01/2007
Residency Showcase Opportunity
Hey guys-
PSHP is hosting their Annual Residency Showcase Thursday, October 11th from 6-8pm at the Sheraton Four Points in Mars, PA. All of the companies present are from within PA. If you are intersted in a residency, this is one of the only local showcases to attend so take advantage of it!!
All you need to do is go to this website and fill out the registration form. All students can attend FREE OF CHARGE. Please mail in this registration form upon completion. http://www.pshp.org/documents/PSHP-07regbro.pdf
If you have any questions, please let me know. We will be car pooling!
For more info: http://www.pshp.org/documents/PSHP-07regbro.pdf
Posted by: Tami Greenspan
09/18/2007
Integrated Clinical Skills Practicum
Hey everyone! Quick reminder that tomorrow we have to wear professional dress (white coats) for the Integrated Clinical Skills Practicum which will feature Dr. Block, a diabetes patient and Duquesne professor, discussing his history with the disease. This Endocrinology Practicum is 1:30-4:30.
Also, as indicated earlier from e-mails from Anna Schmotzer -- please disregard the previous e-mail indicating a time and show up for class at 10:15.
Next week, we'll have a weekly e-mail as we get started and by the next week, it'll be back to the lengthy thing you're used to!
Hope everyone is doing well this first week and that this was informative and not just "another e-mail", haha.
My best,
Matt
Posted by: Matt Sapko
08/29/2007
Welcome Back!
Hey everyone... welcome back for the 3rd and final time for classes!
Just wanted to let everyone know to explore the revised Student Portal, as it is more user-friendly in its sophomore edition. The website is students.pharmacy.pitt.edu. In addition, just wanted to let everyone know, that might not know already, that books for Immunology and Law are in the at the Campus Health Book Store.
Also, I know there have been a lot of rumors floating around about rotations and Experiential Learning. I know many people are uneasy/concerned. As a result, we will be having discussion about the issues and accreditation standards this Thursday, Aug. 30 during the morning Experiential Learning time @ 9a with Dean, Dr. Howrie, etc. Please bring questions as this will be the most informative/definitive source of information.
Lastly, I wanted to congratulate all of the newly engaged and married people in our class as well as anyone celebrating a birthday this summer.
We'll be back to the normal long, detailed e-mails beginning next week (I'm sure you all can't wait)!
My best,
Matt
Posted by: Matt Sapko
08/26/2007
Welcome Back Class of 2009!
Welcome back to the School of Pharmacy and the PharmD Student Portal, class of 2009. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or problems you have about the Student Portal.
Posted by: Andrew Grossmann
08/24/2007