Spring 2024 Session Recordings

Promotion/Tenure Dossier Preparation
Presented by Diana Heiman, MD, Associate Dean for Faculty Development and Advancement, Professor, Department of Family and Community Medicine on March 4, 2024.
 

Fall 2023 Session Recordings

Grant Writing Part 2: Responding to Grant and Manuscript Critiques
Craig Rush, PhD, Assistant Dean, Faculty Affairs and Professor, Department of Behavioral Science on Dec. 6, 2023.
This two-part presentation on grant writing will discuss important topics to consider when writing a grant and is intended for more junior faculty. The first session will discuss how to find, write, and get support with grants. Special emphasis will be given to an NIH grant. Objectives include understanding: 1) pre-writing activities (e.g., identifying appropriate funding agencies); 2) time management in preparing a grant; 3) the mechanic of writing a grant; 4) the review process; 5) whether to consider responding to the reviews and submitting a revised application. These objectives can also apply to writing a manuscript.

Grant Writing Part 1: Grant Opportunities
Craig Rush, PhD, Assistant Dean, Faculty Affairs and Professor, Department of Behavioral Science on Nov. 29, 2023.
This two-part presentation on grant writing will discuss important topics to consider when writing a grant and is intended for more junior faculty. The first session will discuss how to find, write, and get support with grants. Special emphasis will be given to an NIH grant. Objectives include understanding: 1) pre-writing activities (e.g., identifying appropriate funding agencies); 2) time management in preparing a grant; 3) the mechanic of writing a grant; 4) the review process; 5) whether to consider responding to the reviews and submitting a revised application. These objectives can also apply to writing a manuscript.

The Importance of Mentorship
Presented by Darwin Conwell, MD, Chair, Department of Internal Medicine on Oct. 27, 2023.
At the end of this session participants will be able to better understand the following: 1) the mentor-mentee relationship, 2) characteristics of good and bad mentors, 3) mentee responsibilities, 4) mentorship in Academic Medicine, 5) the diversity-mentorship relationship, 6) mentoring underrepresented minority faculty (URM), and 7) personal reflections. 

Academic Compensation Equity (ACE) Plan Overview
Presented by Jessica Slone, UKHC finance director on Oct. 16, 2023.
This session will provide an overview of the ACE compensation plan, including how the plan is applied and the associated calculation process. Participants will leave with an understanding of 1) who is subject to the plan, 2) how the plan is managed, and 3) the process by which compensation is calculation within the plan.

Clinical Compensation Plan Overview
Presented by Jessica Slone, UKHC finance director on Oct. 16, 2023.
This session will provide an overview of the Clinical compensation plan, including how the plan is applied and the associated calculation process. Participants will leave with an understanding of 1) who is subject to the plan, 2) how the plan is managed, and 3) the process by which compensation is calculation within the plan.

Promotion/Tenure Dossier Preparation
Presented by Diana Heiman, MD, associate dean for faculty development and advancement, professor, department of family and community medicine on Oct. 13, 2023.
 

ChatGPT Unveiled: An Academic Introduction
Presented by Ofir Klein, PhD candidate, teaching assistant, College of Arts and Sciences, department of geography on Oct. 11, 2023.
Join us for an academic-friendly introduction to ChatGPT. We'll cover the basics: What is ChatGPT? How does it work in simple terms? We'll delve into public perceptions, its potential applications, and ethical considerations. Whether you're new to ChatGPT or looking for a concise overview, this talk will provide an understanding of this “AI model” and its future implications. 

Spring 2023 Session Recordings

Substance Use Disorders: Quick Wins for Every Specialty
Presented by Thaddeus Salmon, MD, assistant professor, department of internal medicine and department of pediatrics; Sarah Oros, MD, assistant professor, department of psychiatry; and Anna-Maria South, MD, assistant professor, department of internal medicine on May 24, 2023.
Participants will be empowered to provide evidence-based interventions for common substance use disorders. Information will be clinically relevant for inpatient and ambulatory practice. Objectives are to (1) discuss the most effective methods to aid tobacco cessation, (2) explain a destigmatized approach to common challenges for inpatients with opioid use disorder, and (3) select evidence-based interventions for alcohol use disorder.

Go With the Flow: How to Deal With Interruptions
Presented by Diana Heiman, MD, associate dean for faculty development and advancement and professor, department of family and community medicine on May 5, 2023.
This session discusses how to deal with interruptions when they occur. Participants will learn skills to minimize interruptions and how to navigate day-crashing interruptions.

Times are Changing... Supporting Medical Students Beyond Bedside Teaching
Presented by Kimberly Jones, MD, associate professor, department of neurology; Angela Dearinger, MD, associate professor, department of internal medicine; and E. Berry Seelbach, MD, associate professor, department of pediatrics on April 24, 2023.
Medical students face increasing pressure with changes to grading, board exams, interviewing, and more. We'll give updates on recent changes and identify tools for holistic support. Objectives are to (1) understand the current climate in medical school at the University of Kentucky and nationally, (2) describe the barriers to medical student success, and (3) discuss resources available to help you holistically support medical students in achieving their goals.

Academic Faculty Compensation Plan Overview
Presented by Jessica Slone, UK HealthCare finance director on April 12, 2023.
This session will provide an overview of the academic faculty plan, including how the plan is applied and the associated calculation process. Participants will leave with an understanding of who is subject to the plan, how the plan is managed, and the process by which compensation is calculation within the plan.

Clinical Faculty Compensation Plan Overview
Presented by Jessica Slone, UK HealthCare finance director on March 29, 2023.
This session will provide an overview of the clinical compensation plan, including how the plan is applied and the associated calculation process. Participants will leave with an understanding of who is subject to the plan, how the plan is managed, and the process by which compensation is calculation within the plan.

Addressing Dwindling Student Engagement: A Deep Dive Into Students' Narratives on Class Attendance
Presented by April Hatcher, PhD, professor, department of neuroscience; Lillian Sims, PhD, lecturer, department of behavioral science; Katie Twist, MD, associate professor, department of internal medicine; and Raven Piercey, PhD, assistant professor, department of behavioral science on March 20, 2023.
This session will explore recent trends in decreasing preclinical classroom attendance and engagement and ways educators can respond to this changing reality. By the end of the session, participants will be able to discuss factors contributing to decreasing class attendance and apply student feedback to shape classroom engagement efforts.

Top 10 No-Nonsense Tips for Mastering Work-Life Balance
Presented by Maureen O'Shaughnessy, MD, assistant professor, department of orthopaedic surgery on March 17, 2023.
The art of medicine is a privilege and an honor, so why are so many providers experiencing burn out and job dissatisfaction, and even consider leaving the field? Why is the new era of 'quiet quitting' gaining traction? This session will explore burnout in the healthcare field and address the very real problem facing providers. We will then explore concrete, practical tips and tricks aimed at helping you master work-life balance. We will discuss why you should stop sacrificing yourself for others indefinitely and finally enjoy the life you worked so hard to create. Objectives include understanding the effect of burnout on mental health and wellness and learning helpful 'no nonsense' practical tips and tricks to master work life balance.

Addressing Role Confusion in our Professional Relationships
Presented by Christopher Simmons, MD, PhD, assistant professor, department of internal medicine and department  of pediatrics on March 13, 2023.
Participants will be able to differentiate between summative and formative feedback, contrast the roles of advisors, coaches, mentors, and sponsors, and provide recommendations for support using case vignettes.

Clinical and Research Support Available Through the Genomics Core Laboratory
Presented by Justin Miller, PhD, assistant professor, department of pathology and laboratory medicine and department of microbiology, immunology, and molecular genetics; Cody Bumgardner, PhD, assistant professor, department of pathology and laboratory medicine; and Shulin Zhang, MD, PhD, professor, department of pathology and laboratory medicine on Feb. 27, 2023.
The Genomics Core Laboratory supports genomics pipelines with state-of-the-art workflows that ensure timely and accurate reporting for basic science research and health care. Participants will understand that many research and clinical genomics requests are processed through the Genomics Core Laboratory, be exposed to specific genomics panels, sequencing, and informatics tools currently available through the Genomics Core Laboratory, and will learn how the Genomics Core Laboratory can help with future research or clinical needs.

Promotion/Tenure Dossier Preparation
Presented by Lisa Tannock, MD, vice dean of faculty affairs and development and professor, department of internal medicine on Feb. 13, 2023.

Guide to Effective Meeting Planning
Presented by Diana Heiman, MD, associate dean for faculty development and advancement and professor, department of family and community medicine on Feb. 6, 2023.
This session will review how to outline an agenda, plan an agenda item timeline, create a do-out list, and complete the do-outs/agenda items.

Developing a Lab-Specific SOP
Presented by Alan Daugherty, PhD, DSc, chair of physiology on Feb. 1, 2023.
A lab-specific standard operating procedure (SOP) is an important document for rigor, reproducibility, and compliance. This session will define the importance of lab-specific SOPs, determine the contents of the SOP to match the expectation and operations of a specific lab, and discuss ensuring compliance with the SOP.

Methods to Promote Data Reproducibility: Tips From the Good Research Practices Resource Center
Presented by Richard Grondin, PhD, professor, department of neuroscience on Jan. 25, 2023.
Overview of strategies designed to promote the integrity and reproducibility of research findings, including written methods, transparent data documentation, data record retention, equipment use and maintenance, and personnel training. Objectives include writing effective Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), identifying elements of transparent data documentation, and implementing methods for documenting the use and maintenance of research equipment. 

How to Be an Ally: More Than Tacit Support
Nikita Gupta, MD, assistant professor, department of otolaryngology on Jan. 17, 2023.
Many of us in the College of Medicine feel as though we are allies to those underrepresented, but do not actively demonstrate this. Goal of this session is to develop an action plan for effective allyship. This session will discuss the definition of allyship to those in underrepresented groups and develop plans for effective allyship.

Fall 2022 Session Recordings

When Face to Face Is Not Possible: How to Introduce Yourself to New Colleagues During the Pandemic
Presented by Merve Ozen, MD, assistant professor, department of radiology on Dec. 12, 2022.

This session discusses how to introduce resources for new faculty to support the ongoing development of communication skills, how to adjust our introduction as new faculty with evolving technology and connectivity, and how to build relationships during the COVID-19 pandemic.

A Mock APT Review
Presented by Eric Blalock, PhD, associate professor, department of pharmacology and nutritional sciences on Dec. 5, 2022.

This session provides real-world vignette-style examples of essential elements submitted within promotion dossiers, the potential consequences of different approaches taken by applicants, and the team-based approach of the candidate and their department in the dossier preparation and submission process.   

Clinical Compensation Plan Overview
Presented by Jessica Slone, UK HealthCare Finance Director on Nov. 29, 2022.

Learn about who is subject to the clinical compensation plan, how the plan is managed, and the process by which compensation is calculated within the plan.

Promotion/Tenure Dossier Preparation
Presented by Lisa Tannock, MD, vice dean for faculty affairs and development, and professor, department of internal medicine on Nov. 18, 2022.

Direct Observation
Presented by Diana Heiman, MD, associate dean for faculty development and advancement, and associate professor, department of family and community medicine on Nov. 10, 2022.

This session addresses the questions of what is direct observation, why is direct observation important, what are the barriers to direct observation, what do we gain from direct observation, how do we do it, and who should do it. 

Peer Reviewing for a Journal
Presented by Lars Peterson, MD, PhD, associate professor of family and community medicine on Nov. 3, 2022.

Cross-Pollinating Good Apples: The Value of Interdepartmental Mentorship
Presented by Jonathan Bronner, MD, associate professor, department of emergency medicine; Kristen Fletcher, MD, VA site director for internal medicine residency program; and Diana Labrada, MD, assistant professor, department of emergency medicine on Nov. 1, 2022.

This workshop introduces the fundamentals of mentorship with a case-based lean on interdepartmental networks as an alternative to the traditional mentor-mentee dyad.

Funding Opportunities: Finding Them and Applying for Them
Presented by Jessica Koenigsknecht-Talboo, PhD, UK Philanthropy Director of Foundation and Corporate Philanthropy, and Lou Hurst, MA, UK Research Proposal Development Officer on Oct. 28, 2022.

Learn about resources available at UK to search for funding opportunities and to help with proposal preparation and how UK Philanthropy and the Proposal Development Office can help faculty at they apply for funding.

ACE Compensation Plan Overview
Presented by Jessica Slone, UK HealthCare Finance Director on Oct. 18, 2022.

Learn about who is subject to the ACE compensation plan, how the plan is managed, and the process by which compensation is calculated within the plan.

NIH Loan Repayment Program: An Overview
Presented by Lou Hurst, MA, proposal development officer; Debra Rateri, proposal development officer; Kevin Pearson, PhD, assistant dean for diverse research initiatives, professor, department of pharmacology and nutritional sciences; Brittany Smalls, PhD, associate professor, department of family and community medicine; and Jamie Sturgill, PhD, assistant professor, department of microbiology, immunology, and molecular genetics on Oct. 10, 2022.

Learn about NIH Loan Repayment Program eligibility, program categories, and documents for the application. Hear from a panel of NIH LRP recipients.

Mentoring Like a Boss
Presented by guest speaker Ushma Neil, PhD, vice president, scientific education and training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center on Oct. 4, 2022.

Mentoring trainees requires more than a one-size-fits all approach. This interactive seminar will present multiple alternatives for meeting trainees where they need to be met, along with strategies for conflict resolution, and leading diplomatic conversations.

Creating Individual Learning Plans with SMART Goals
Presented by Diana Heiman, MD, associate dean for faculty development and advancement, and associate professor, department of family and community medicine on Oct. 3, 2022.

Review the 5 Step Approach to Learner Individual Learning Plans (ILP's) and review creation of SMART goals.

Promotion/Tenure Dossier Preparation
Presented by Lisa Tannock, MD, vice dean for faculty affairs and development, and professor, department of internal medicine on Sept. 27, 2022