MICH eConnection (Sept/Oct'12)

 
  Sept/Oct 2012
Monthly Pediatric Updates   
      

Research, Quality,
and Safety
 
 

In an effort to improve the safety and health-care follow-up of our pediatric patients when they leave Maimonides Medical Center, residents have begun work on a quality improvement project to optimize the hospital discharge process across our three pediatric inpatient units, the PICU, NICU and Pediatric floor...Read More> 

 

Announcements  

 

We would like to wish Susan Grossman a very fond farewell, and much luck in all her future endeavors.  See pictures from Susan's Farewell Party!

 

New Staff 

  

Philip Kahn, MD
Pediatric Rheumatology

Sheira Donaldson, LPN
Pediatric Pulmonology

Tanya Weekes
Social Worker

Danielle Mitkus, RN
Staff Nurse, Peds 6

Jenelle John, RN
Staff Nurse, NICU

Marylyn Kitt, RN
Peds 6, Per Diem

Sherene Hurst, RN
Peds 6, Per Diem

Yvette Simon, RN
Peds 6, Per Diem

 

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Message from the Chair

Dr. Laraque message from ChairFall is upon us and we welcome a new academic year. Each year we are challenged to surpass our previous accomplishments and to continue to solve the pressing problems that plague us. This year is no different, but we have all the reasons to approach this task with optimism. In July 2012 we welcomed a number of new faculty who came to us from around the country representing excellence in Pediatrics.

Our recent faculty meeting welcomed the new physicians and witnessed standing room only participation of an interdisciplinary group of clinicians, academicians, and administrators to outline the programmatic and academic goals for the year. Among these is our commitment to a strong pediatric residency program...  Read More>>

Pediatric Spotlight

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Bay Parkway Site Opens
to Positive Reviews

Caring for children can be the most challenging, yet satisfying experience for any health care professional. The environment where the care is delivered can be a significant factor in providing quality care to children and their families. As we entered our second decade as a Children's Hospital, it became clear that we needed a new subspecialty center to accommodate the growing number of children we were serving. To that end, a dedicated group of physicians, nurses, administrators and parents began the planning for a comprehensive subspecialty center in our community. Our expectation is that all Pediatric Subspecialties will be represented at this site. Learn More >>
Latest News

 

Primary Care
With graduation behind us, and new residents eager to embark on their training, the summer months seems to be all about change. This summer, the Division of Primary Care will be joining in the spirit of transition. Many changes are afoot, and we wanted to highlight some of them for our community of pediatricians. First, the good news... We are happy to welcome three new faculty members into our ranks. Please meet them. Read More >>

 

Nursing
Looking Back and Moving Forward: Susan Grossman's Words of Farewell - After 12 years of dedicated service to Maimonides Infants and Children's Hospital, Susan Grossman has decided to move on to new adventures.

"The years have been rewarding and it has been a difficult decision to leave. I am especially sad to leave when some of what I have worked for is just getting off the ground or are beginning to move on to the next level. On the other hand the fact that we have made so much progress in the work we have done together makes it easier for me to leave..."
Read Her Farewell Speech >>

Tribute to the Pediatric Nurse
The pumps are all beeping and the call bell rings,
Who is to answer all these noisy things?
The nurses of Aron 6 may be a mystery to you,
So here's a poem to teach you a little more of all that they do. Read Poem >>
 
Family Centered Care
When we talk about Family Centered Care, we talk about treating the patient and the family members in a holistic manner. What happens when a family can't be at the bedside of their child? Have you wondered about the reasons or barriers to parents being present at bedside? Read More >>
For Your Interest


Ped 6 "Biggest Loser" Nurse is the Biggest Winner! Christina Doyle, RN, won the hospital-wide contest and prize! Read More >>

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