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November 2024
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November 22, 2024Abstract submissions open for the 15th annual UC Davis Health Quality Forum
Abstracts for podium and poster presentations at the UC Davis Health Quality Forum are due by Sunday, Jan. 18, 2025 at 10 p.m.
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Medical CenterNovember 22, 2024UC Davis Medical Center ranks among nation’s top performers
UC Davis Medical Center has been nationally recognized as a top performing hospital by Healthgrades, receiving excellence awards in eight specialty areas.
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OtolaryngologyNovember 22, 2024‘I’m just thankful to have teeth’: UC Davis Health surgeons rebuild patient’s jaw in a day
A multidisciplinary team completed a jaw restoration procedure ― removing a tumor, placing a bone implant and prefabricated dental prosthetic ― all during one surgery.
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Cancer CareNovember 22, 2024UC Davis Health is first in the region to launch unique bladder cancer clinical trial
A new clinical trial is available for bladder cancer patients in Northern California who previously faced few treatment options.
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November 22, 2024Construction activity: CUPx construction trailer and utility install
The mobilization of the Central Utility Plant expansion (CUPx) construction trailer and underground utility installation will begin Tuesday, Nov. 26.
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November 21, 2024
Construction activity: MIND Lab roof repairs
On Tuesday, Dec. 3, and Wednesday, Dec. 4, Madsen Roofing will install scaffolding on Mind Institute Building 25 and Building 26.
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Cancer CareNovember 21, 2024Cancer center to host first-ever Global Oncology Symposium Dec. 12
UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center will host its inaugural Global Oncology Symposium. The Dec. 12 event focuses exchanging ideas and addressing cancer disparities worldwide.
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Heart and VascularNovember 21, 2024Sidewalk CPR treats heart attack steps from hospital
A nurse performs life-saving chest compressions in her bike helmet, and later reunites with the patient’s family.
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November 21, 2024Cool photo alert!
We’ve heard you loud and clear that you appreciate a great photo when you see one, so we’ve developed a photo gallery page to showcase awesome pictures.
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Children's HealthNovember 21, 20242-year-old lives his best life after groundbreaking spina bifida clinical trial
Two years ago, Tobi was the second patient to receive a first-of-its-kind surgery at our Fetal Care and Treatment Center. Look at him now!
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November 21, 2024Leadership message: Thank you for your dedication during the recent labor activity
As this week’s labor action concludes, Michael Condrin and fellow UC Davis Health leadership team members would like to extend deep gratitude to everyone for their professionalism, resilience, and unwavering commitment to our patients and each other.
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Children's HealthNovember 20, 2024UC Davis Medical Center recognized for exceptional care for patients on life support
UC Davis Medical Center has received the Gold Level ELSO Award for Excellence in Life Support from the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization.
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Cancer CareNovember 19, 2024Dogs get head and neck cancers, too
Cancer center scientists are collaborating with veterinary oncologists to roll out a new cancer clinical trial in canines that may help humans with the disease.
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November 19, 2024
Construction activity: East Wing Tower and Radiology scoping study
On Friday, Dec. 6, a scoping study will lead a walk-through of East Wing Tower and Radiology to scan areas to capture all equipment for an HCAI inventory.
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November 19, 2024New to California, patient thanks PCC employee for thoughtful traffic directions
The Small Dose, Big Impact series recognizes employees who take the extra step, however tiny, to make meaningful connections with patients.
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Medical CenterNovember 19, 2024UC Davis Health named one of 'America’s Dream Employers'
Forbes has named UC Davis Health as one of “America’s Dream Employers” after assessing areas like career growth, work-life balance, diversity and workplace culture.
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November 19, 2024Food and Nutrition Services updates for Nov. 20 and 21
Food and Nutrition Services will offer modified food options during the labor activity from Nov. 20 - 21.
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November 19, 2024UC Be Smart About Safety funds available for improvement ideas
If you have a brilliant idea on how to improve safety in your area of UC Davis Health, now is the time to apply for funding for your program or project through the UC Be Smart About Safety (BSAS) program.
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November 19, 2024
Leadership message: Ensuring continuity of care during planned labor activity
Tomorrow and Thursday, we will navigate a planned labor strike, keeping our focus on patients and each other. Learn how we’re prepared to minimize disruptions, uphold our values, and support our colleagues through this time.
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November 19, 2024Discounted tickets: Placer Theatre Ballet performs sensory-friendly “The Nutcracker”
Discounted tickets are now available to UC Davis Health team members and families for a sensory-friendly performance of The Nutcracker by the Placer Theatre Ballet on Friday, Dec. 13, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.
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November 19, 2024New offering: Bring Green Commuter to your next staff meeting
Want to learn more about the Green Commuter Program? Looking for a guest speaker for your next staff meeting? The Green Commuter Program is now offering in-person or virtual presentations for team meetings.
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November 18, 2024
Construction activity: East Wing Stair 5 pressurization system acceptance testing
The East Wing Seismic Upgrades team will perform pressurization system acceptance testing Tuesday, Nov. 19, between 12 p.m. and 6 p.m.
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November 18, 2024
Construction activity: East Wing Stair 5 fire alarm testing
The East Wing Seismic Upgrades team will perform fire alarm testing Monday, Nov. 18, and Tuesday, Nov. 19, at Stair 5 in the main hospital.
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November 18, 2024
November photo update: Peek behind the California Tower fence
Check out behind the construction fence to see California Tower construction crews moving a lot of dirt in the last few months. We have new photos of the activity.
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November 18, 2024Are you looking forward to – or dreading – the holiday season?
Sara Aghamohammadi, chief wellness officer, and Carol Kirshnit, director of the Academic and Staff Assistance Program, will lead a discussion around mental health and wellness when navigating the holiday season. Registration is required.
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Children's HealthNovember 18, 2024
Support hospitalized kids during virtual holiday toy drive
Want to make the holidays brighter for sick and injured children treated at UC Davis Children’s Hospital? Donate a toy.
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November 15, 2024MBA scholarships up to $50,000 available for part-time program
The UC Davis Graduate School of Management offers special UC Davis MBA Employee Scholarships for up to $50,000 total over two years.
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November 15, 2024Clinic relocations: Keep track as Ambulatory Operations adjusts on-site resources
This fall and winter, a few clinics will have new addresses. The Point West Integrative Medicine, Dietary, and Behavioral Health Clinic will relocate in December.
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Cancer CareNovember 15, 2024UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center names physician-in-chief
David Tom Cooke is now the permanent physician-in-chief of UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center after serving in an interim capacity for the past year.
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November 15, 2024Center for Professional Practice of Nursing wins prestigious award
On Oct. 29, the American Nurses Credentialing Center Nursing Continuing Professional Development Accreditation Program™ awarded UC Davis Health’s Center for Professional Practice of Nursing (CPPN) a Premier Award for 2024.
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