Geisinger School of Medicine seeks speakers for TEDxGCSOM 2026 Geisinger College of Health Sciences is seeking speakers for TEDxGCSOM 2026, an event that will challenge the community to explore a universal question: Why Care? The event will be held Wednesday, Oct. 15, 6 to 8 p.m. at the Medical Sciences Building in Scranton. Selected local speakers will examine the many ways care shapes lives, communities and healthcare. Applications are open to a diverse range of speakers, including patients and family members, students, healthcare providers, social workers, therapists, educators, caregivers, community leaders — essentially anyone with a meaningful perspective on the role of care in our lives. “Care is at the heart of the human experience,” said first-year medical student and event organizer Mario Lopez. “It can be found in a life-changing medical intervention, a difficult conversation, an act of advocacy, a moment of compassion or a connection that leaves a lasting impact. TEDxGCSOM offers an opportunity to explore why care matters and how it influences our world.” Potential topics include: · Personal experiences receiving care · The impact of compassionate healthcare · Caregiving and caregiving challenges · Patient advocacy · Health equity and access · Mental health · Innovation in healthcare · Resilience, healing and recovery · Lessons learned through providing care To apply, visit TEDxGCSOM Speaker Application. Application deadline is Sept. 20. TEDx events are local, independently organized programs that bring people together to share ideas and foster meaningful dialogue. Modeled after TED conferences, TEDx events feature live speakers and recorded TED Talks centered on ideas worth spreading within local communities.
Geisinger College of Health Sciences to Host Free Event to Explore Bullying and How to Respond Bullying can take many forms, and recognizing the warning signs can help adults deter bullies and help their targets. That’s why Geisinger College of Health Sciences will host the free event They’re Not Just Bein’ Mean: Navigating the World of Kids Who Think They Are Sopranos on Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 5:30 p.m. at 525 Pine St., Scranton. Timothy Lionetti, Ph.D., pediatric psychologist, will lead the session, which will provide practical, evidence-based strategies for supporting children and navigating the reporting process. Attendees will learn about: ● Different types of bullying and how they may present ● Warning signs that a child may be experiencing — or engaging in — bullying ● Practical, evidence-based strategies for supporting children ● How to navigate the reporting process ● Ways adults can help create a safer, more supportive environment for children Register for free at: go.geisinger.edu/bully The event is part of Geisinger’s Third Wednesday Community Education Series, which brings trusted health expertise to the Scranton community. Lionetti is available for interviews before the event.
Geisinger College of Health Sciences Welcomes Community Participation in Medical Student Admissions Geisinger School of Medicine invites the public to participate in student recruitment by becoming an interviewer during the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) process. The MMI consists of a series of short, structured interviews that assess a variety of non-cognitive qualities and people skills such as teamwork, reliability, resiliency and communication. All interviews will be held virtually. Learn more at go.geisinger.edu/mmi, where you can complete a form. The Admissions Office will then contact you.
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Geisinger College’s School of Medicine Announces TEDx Event Geisinger College’s School of Medicine is bringing a TEDx event to Scranton on Thursday, Oct. 2. TEDx events, delivered under the banner “ideas worth spreading,” feature insightful, engaging speakers with fresh takes on topics of immediate community interest. The event will feature seven speakers who will share their points of view on fostering humility. Speakers will explore humility in science, medicine and education. “For far too many of us, humility is equated with being weak or lacking confidence,” said event planner Calvin Kiniale, a member of Geisinger’s MD Class of 2027. “We want to challenge that idea and showcase humility as a great strength that empowers you to connect with others and embrace lifelong learning. We are looking for speakers who will explore humility in science, medicine and education. Our goal is to spark thought-provoking conversations on the topic.” Event Details: Thursday, Oct. 2, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Medical Sciences Building, 525 Pine St., Scranton Theme: “Fostering Humility”
Geisinger College of Health Sciences Presents Preventive Medicine Lecture Series What if the foods you eat could help prevent or even reverse some of today’s leading causes of death? Dr. Michael Greger will share research on how nutrition impacts heart disease, diabetes, cancer and more. Gain practical tips to make healthier choices. What: How Not to Die When: Tuesday, Oct. 7, 5:30 p.m. Where: Geisinger College of Health Sciences, Auditorium 525 Pine St., Scranton, PA Register: go.geisinger.edu/hntd
Help Geisinger School of Medicine Choose Your Next Doctor Volunteer admissions interviewers needed Geisinger School of Medicine invites the public to participate in student recruitment by becoming an interviewer during the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) process. The MMI consists of a series of short, structured interviews that assess non-cognitive qualities, including cultural sensitivity, maturity, teamwork, empathy, reliability, resiliency and communication skills. All interviews will be held virtually. Learn more at https://go.geisinger.edu/mmi, where you can complete the form https://forms.office.com/r/8xQGRPxtrV. The Admissions Office will contact you.
Geisinger Medical School Bestowed AAMC’s ‘Star Award’ The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) announced that Lisa Holtz, MD, the Geisinger School of Medicine’s regional associate dean for the Northeast, was honored as the recipient of its GRMC Shining Star Award for Educational Innovation. GRMC is AAMC’s Group on Regional Medical Campuses. Its purpose is to foster professional growth and development, information sharing, communication, and discussion of key issues among administrators, staff, and faculty of regional medical campuses. GRMC recognizes the increasingly important role regional medical campuses serve in preparing tomorrow’s doctors. Dr. Holtz receive the award on June 2 at the GRMC Regional Conference in Kansas City. GRMC “Star” awards recognize the significant efforts of regional medical campuses to develop programs that help students and strengthen ties with the communities they serve. Dr. Holtz received the Star of Educational Innovation, awarded to a Regional Medical Campus (RMC) which has achieved a sustainable and measurable educational impact. Of particular interest to the GRMC are innovative education models which: provide value-added experiences to complement the medical curriculum and utilize a research methodology to derive evidence-based standards for documenting benefits and impact. The award goes to the recipient who has demonstrated consistent positive impact for their program over time and where there may be reproducibility by other campuses. “I’m proud that Geisinger’s regional campuses have become a model for schools nationwide,” Dr. Holtz said. “The Star award not only recognizes how our regional campuses enhance our Geisinger focus on population health, but it also acknowledges the ways regional campuses add value to the medical student experience. Our medical school has been an innovator in medical education since its founding. It was a true honor to accept this award on behalf of everyone at Geisinger who makes our college such an incredible place to learn.”
Geisinger College of Health Sciences Designated a ‘Hunger-Free Campus’ Geisinger College of Health Sciences was recently notified by Pennsylvania first lady Lori Shapiro that it has received the Pennsylvania Hunger-Free Campus designation. “We are so honored to receive the designation,” said Tanja Adonizio, MD, Geisinger College vice provost for student affairs. “Our medical school has long maintained a free student food pantry, stocked by generous faculty, staff and community. We also embed awareness of social drivers of health – like food insecurity – into our curriculum. We encourage our students to experience initiatives like Geisinger’s Fresh Food Farmacy and to volunteer with community organizations that provide basic necessities to our neighbors. Students focused on healthcare careers need to understand everything that factors into a patient’s health.” The PA Hunger-Free Campus Initiative is building a coalition of colleges and universities focused on addressing hunger and other basic needs for their students; creating opportunities for connection among student hunger advocates; providing resources and strategies for campuses; and supporting opportunities to apply for grants related to addressing food insecurity. Mrs. Shapiro noted that more than one-third of students know someone who dropped out of college due to food insecurity during the pandemic. She further said that 52% of students who faced food or housing insecurity in 2020 did not apply for support because they did not know how. The hunger-free campus designation recognizes colleges and universities that are taking steps to address these issues so students can focus on their education instead of where to find their next meal. In addition to the Hunger-Free Campus designation, Geisinger College of Health Sciences is now also eligible for related grant opportunities.
Geisinger College of Health Sciences Vice Provost Returns to Harvard Macy Institute’s Faculty Michelle Schmude, EdD, MBA, vice provost for enrollment management and a professor of medical education, recently returned to the faculty of Harvard Macy Institute’s (HMI) Program for Educators in Health Professions, which she joined in 2018. Based in Boston, the HMI Program for Educators in Health Professions is a professional development program designed to enhance the skills and expertise of health care professionals as educators. It aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively teach and lead in the evolving landscape of medical education. Dr. Schmude has long been active in the HMI, helping to develop and share strategies for cultivating professionalism in medical students. A focus on professionalism is proven to protect future doctors from burnout and help them deliver compassionate care. “The most meaningful professional development experience of my career has been as a scholar and faculty member in the HMI’s Program for Educators in Health Professions,” Dr. Schmude said. “I’m grateful to Dr. William Iobst, who encouraged me to attend HMI in 2017, and to Dr. Elizabeth Armstrong, the founder of HMI, and her team, who welcomed me into this exceptional community of educators. I’m thankful to Drs. William Jeffries and Julie Byerley for their continued support. Finally, I’m fortunate to have made lifelong friends through HMI who encourage, support and inspire me daily.” In her return to the Institute, Dr. Schmude will focus on serving in: Project Group, faculty co-lead and facilitator Journal Club, faculty co-lead and facilitator Microteaching Group, faculty co-lead and facilitator HMI World Café: Ongoing professional advancement for mid-career and senior educators, faculty facilitator Scholar ePoster session, facilitator She will also co-present an elective session, Communication Styles: Examining Our Assumptions. The session will examine 4 different communication styles that affect interactions. Learners will explore their communication style and examine the domains of emotional intelligence. In addition, the session uses small group work to help learners understand diverse communication styles and effectively communicate with their peers using emotional intelligence.
