Bringing CS-Link to Your Private Office
Cedars-Sinai will be providing all physicians on the medical staff the option of using the CS-Link™ electronic medical record software in their private practices.
A BI-WEEKLY PUBLICATION FROM THE CEDARS-SINAI CHIEF OF STAFF
May 27, 2011 Issue
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Multivitamin, Multi-Trace Metals Injection Shortage ResolvedPharmacy Focus Please note that the Pharmacy Department has been able to secure a sufficient amount of both Infuvite Adult Injectable MVIs (this formulation contains small amounts of Vitamin K-150mcg/10ml) and Adult Multi-Trace Metals (MTE-4). Therefore, these shortages are considered to be resolved at this time. How Do White Blood Cells Detect Invaders to Destroy?Research Corner Scientists are one step closer to understanding how our bodies fight disease thanks to a discovery made at Cedars-Sinai. Researchers here found how a receptor on the surface of white blood cells can tell when invading fungi pose an immediate infectious threat. The discovery provides insight into how the body's immune system saves energy by not wasting its "ammo" on invaders that aren't as serious. IRB Announces Analyst Designations by DivisionThe Office of Research Compliance and Quality Improvement has changed its process for distributing the workload among the IRB analysts. Meetings and EventsDrawing for $100 Gas Card Grand RoundsClick here to view upcoming Grand Rounds. In This Issue:
Mandatory Flu Vaccination, CS-Link Training Discussed at Open ForumNext Forum Set for June 2 Two dozen early risers gathered on Tuesday morning to discuss three controversial proposals that the Medical Executive Committee may soon consider: eight hours of required training for CS-Link™; mandatory flu vaccination; and a plan to manage parking in the South Mezzanine doctors’ lot. » Read moreBringing CS-Link to Your Private Office
Leadership Development Class GraduatesCongratulations to the Class of 2010-11 on their recent graduation from the Medical Staff Leadership Development Program. The program, co-chaired by William Brien, M.D., and Gil Melmed, M.D., is a 10-month course designed to provide potential medical staff leaders an overview of healthcare management concepts and practices. » Read moreCedars-Sinai E-mail System ChangeEIS is upgrading e-mail system servers to Exchange Server 2010 as part of an ongoing effort to provide Cedars-Sinai staff with improved and reliable e-mail services. » Read moreHousestaff Takes the Win
» Read more Unit Changes, Renovations and ClosuresThe first of multiple unit changes, renovations and temporary closures were initiated earlier this month and will continue over the next 90 days. » Read morePatient Satisfaction Is a Crucial Part of Quality CarePresident's Perspective
AHSP Tops Out
The Advanced Health Sciences Pavilion topped out on May 11 with the placement of the final structural beam. With the structural steel completed, construction of the 11-story building's energy-efficient, double glass-walled exterior has begun and is expected to be completed a year from now. The Pavilion is set to open in summer 2013. » Read moreGenerous Gift to Name AHSP Lobby
» Read more CNO Marks 40 Years at Cedars-SinaiCedars-Sinai celebrated four decades of dedicated service by its chief nursing officer on May 13, capping off several weeks of honors for Linda Burnes Bolton, DrPH, RN, FAAN. Hundreds attended the 40th anniversary party in Harvey Morse Auditorium. » Read more© Copyright 2000-2019 Cedars-Sinai Health System. All Rights Reserved.
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