Feb. 1, 2024

Imbolc (Pagan/Wiccan)

12:00 am

Organizer: Diversity and Inclusion

Imbolc heralds the first signs of spring and is dedicated to Brigid, the goddess of poetry, healing, and smithcraft. Imbolc is often celebrated with the lighting of candles or a hearth fire to symbolize the growing strength of the sun and performing rituals related to healing, creativity, and purification. Considerations: Do not schedule major events during this time.
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Feb. 1, 2024

OB/GYN Grand Rounds Lecture "Medical Aid in Dying”"

8:00 am

Organizer: Continuing Medical Education

Amer Karam, MD Clinical Professor Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology - Gynecologic Oncology Director of Robotic Surgery, Stanford Gynecologic Oncology Director of Outreach, Stanford Gynecologic Oncology Stanford Women’s Cance will present "Medical Aid in Dying ."
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Feb. 2, 2024

Annual Insights into Autism

7:30 am, EVMS, Lester Hall

Organizer: EVMS and CHKD

Getting Straight A's with Autism: Advocacy, Augmentative, Adaptable, Adult Transition, and Achieving.
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Feb. 5, 2024

Human Embryo Culture presentation

7:00 pm

Organizer: EVMS’ Reproductive Clinical Sciences

In celebration of its 20th anniversary, EVMS’ Reproductive Clinical Sciences program is hosting a virtual Educational Webinar Series. David Gardner, PhD, an IVF pioneer and world-renowned scientist, Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science and Scientific Director of Melbourne IVF, will present “Human Embryo Culture: Past, Present and Future.”
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Feb. 7, 2024

Internal Medicine Grand Rounds Lecture: “CPR: Not All It's Cracked Up to Be."

12:00 pm, Waitzer Hall, Suite 300

Organizer: Continuing Medical Education

Marissa C. Galicia-Castillo, MD,MSEd, CMD, FACP, AGSF, FAAHPM John Franklin Distinguished Chair of Geriatrics Director, Glennan Center for Geriatrics & Gerontology Program Director, Hospice & Palliative Medicine Fellowship at EVMS will present "CPR: Not All It's Cracked Up to Be."
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Feb. 10, 2024

Lunar New Year begins (Buddhist)

12:00 am

Organizer: Diversity and Inclusion

Also known as the Spring Festival, an important festival celebrated at the turn of the traditional lunisolar Chinese calendar.
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Feb. 13, 2024

Vasant Panchami (Hindu)

12:00 am

Organizer: Diversity and Inclusion

One of many festivals to honor the advent of spring, this day is celebrated particularly in North India, where it is associated with Saraswati, the goddess of learning; however, it also retains connection with the goddess Lakshmi.
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Feb. 13, 2024

Internal Medicine Research Workshop

5:00 pm, Internal Medicine Conference Room, Hofheimer Hall, Room 588

Organizer: Internal Medicine

Expert mentor Sami Tahhan, MD (MD ’99, Internal Medicine Residency ’03), Professor of Medicine, will share his wisdom on writing and submitting case reports.
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Feb. 13, 2024

Dermatology Grand Rounds: “Veterinary Dermatology.”

5:30 pm

Organizer: Continuing Medical Education

This CME lecture from EVMS Dermatology is presented by Marlene Pariser, DVM, DACVD of Coastal Virginia Veterinary Dermatology.
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Feb. 14, 2024

Psychiatry Grand Rounds Lecture: Hollywood and Child and Adolescent Mental Health

12:00 am, Hofheimer Hall-BOA 2nd Floor

Organizer: Continuing Medical Education

EVMS Psychiatry residents Vivian Tran, DO and Alex Lucci, MD will present "Hollywood and Child and Adolescent Mental Health."
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Feb. 14, 2024

Ash Wednesday- Lent Begins (Christian/Catholic)

12:00 am

Organizer: Diversity and Inclusion

The first day of Lent occurring forty-six days before Easter. Ash Wednesday derives its name from the practice of placing ashes on the foreheads of adherents as a sign of repentance. Lent is a Christian festival of preparation for Easter observed through reflection on the life and death of Jesus Christ. Considerations: Do not schedule major events during this time.
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Feb. 14, 2024

Internal Medicine Harry H. Mansbach Endowed Lecture

12:00 pm, Waitzer Hall, Suite 300. Please RSVP to attend in person: https://evms.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1zWc1cvifrxcrEG.

Organizer: Continuing Medical Education

“Leadership in Healthcare Epidemiology, Antimicrobial Stewardship and Medicine: A Soccer Enthusiast’s Perspective." Gonzalo Martin Llorens Bearman, MD, MPH, FACP, FSHEA, FIDSA Richard P. Wenzel Professor of Medicine (Tenured) Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine will present "Leadership in Healthcare Epidemiology, Antimicrobial Stewardship and Medicine: A Soccer Enthusiast’s Perspective."
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Feb. 15, 2024
Feb. 15, 2024

EVMS MPA Community Networking Event: Substance Use Disorders

1:00 pm, Waitzer Hall, Room 200

Organizer: Student Affairs & Special Events

Join colleagues from across Hampton Roads to learn what the community has to offer to those affected by addiction. Free and open to the public.
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Feb. 19, 2024

Medical Student Research and Training Symposium

12:00 pm, 1st floor, Lester Hall

Organizer: Medical Student Research

Celebrate EVMS medical students by providing a platform to showcase their work, foster collaboration between students and faculty and expand research opportunities within our institution.
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Feb. 19, 2024

Inaugural Jonathan D. Siegel Medical Student Research Symposium

1:00 pm, Lewis Hall, First floor

Organizer: Medical Student Research

An opportunity to celebrate medical students at EVMS by providing a platform to showcase their work, foster collaboration between and faculty, expand research opportunities within our institution.
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Feb. 21, 2024

Internal Medicine Research Workshop

12:00 pm, Waitzer Hall, Suite 300

Organizer: Internal Medicine

Khalid Matin, MD, FACP Professor of Internal Medicine, VCU School of Medicine Associate Medical Director of the Cancer Service Line, VCU Massey Cancer Center Associate Director for Global Oncology, VCU Massey Cancer Center Member of the Developmental Therapeutics Research Program, VCU Massey Cancer Center will present a Colorectal Cancer update.
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Feb. 24, 2024

Ayyam-I-Ha or Intercalary Days Begin (Baha'i)

12:00 am

Organizer: Diversity and Inclusion

A period of celebration devoted to charity, gift-giving and festivities prior to the annual period of fasting.
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Feb. 24, 2024

Practical Fetal Heart Screening: The 5 Essential Views

7:00 am, Hofheimer Hall Auditorium & Ultrasound Classrooms 825 Fairfax Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23507

Organizer: Obstetrics and Gynecology

A block of rooms has been reserved for February 23rd and February 24th at the Sheraton Waterside Hotel located at 777 Waterside Drive, Norfolk, VA 23510 at the room rate of $125 per night plus taxes and other hotel fees. Please make reservations by calling (757) 640-2744 and referencing the EVMS Practical Fetal Heart Screening Course. Group rates will be honored until Friday, February 9, 2024. Credits Offered: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit- 7.25 Attendance - 7.25
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Feb. 29, 2024

Nineteen Day Fast (Baha'i) begins

12:00 am

Organizer: Diversity and Inclusion

A designated 19-day period of fasting each year immediately before the Bahá’í New Year. The fasting is seen as a period of spiritual preparation and regeneration for the new year ahead.
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