Upstate Commencement to be held at SRC Arena

Upstate Medical University will award 406 degrees and certificates during Commencement May 4. The event will be held at the SRC Arena and Events Center, 4585 W Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. and ceremony starts at 10 a.m. Live stream of the Commencement will be available here: https://www.youtube.com/live/gpCgj0loJNk. Katelyn K. Jetelina, MPH, PhD, founder and publisher of “Your Local Epidemiologist” and a former senior scientific consultant at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, will address graduates and receive an honorary degree.

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Security update to payroll change requests

To improve security and protect employee paychecks, effective Wednesday, April 30, payroll change requests must be submitted online through New York State Payroll or Research Foundation portals. For links to the portals, visit: https://www.upstate.edu/payroll/. The portals can be used to complete any of the following tasks:

• View past and present pay stubs
• Update direct deposit
• Update tax withholdings
• View past and present W-2 forms
• Update personal information
• Go paperless

Questions? Contact the Payroll Office at 315-464-4840 or [email protected].

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Traffic alert for the Upstate campus

CNY Alliance will perform work on Irving Avenue between Harrison and Adams streets Wednesday, April 30 and Thursday, May 1. Access to the Campus Activities Building loading dock area and B-1 lot will be closed during this phase of construction. B-1 parkers have been notified of lot closure and alternative parking accommodations. Parkers will be informed of this lot closure. This work is part of the I-81 project.

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Patient Advocacy seeks new, unused clothing

Patient Advocacy seeks new, unused clothing to build the Donations for Discharge program. There are cases when Upstate patients may not have the proper attire to leave the hospital at discharge. Donations for Discharge will allow staff 24/7 access to clothing for patients in need. Items can be dropped off at the Patient Advocacy Office, 1511 Upstate University Hospital. For more information on the program, call Patient Advocacy at 315-464-5597 or visit: https://www.upstate.edu/ihospital/intra/patient_exp/trivia.php.

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Skin integrity education fair is April 29, 30

Information for nursing staff on how to protect the integrity of patient skin will be held April 29 and 30 from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. in CC0124 at Community. The skin integrity education fair is open to all staff. Nursing quality coordinators will be available to answer questions on safe patient handling and discuss products available at Upstate. Vendors include Aspen, Molnlycke, Nutrition, and EHOB. Questions? Email Brittany Zoeckler at [email protected].

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Patient Experience Week events are April 29, 30 and May 1

Join the Office of Patient Advocacy in celebrating Patient Experience Week. The schedule is as follows:

• Tuesday, April 29 from noon to 1 p.m. Patient Experience Trivia with prizes, outside Café 750 on the second floor of Upstate University Hospital.
• Wednesday, April 30 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Coffee Meet and Greet with the Patient Advocacy Staff, cafeteria hallway at Community.
• Thursday, May 1 from noon to 1p.m. Snacks and Facts: Patient Advocacy 101, Patient Advocacy Office in 1502 Upstate University Hospital. WebEx link is available. RSVP for this event here.

Nominate a Patient Experience Champion: Upstate University Hospital staff and volunteers go above and beyond to not only provide patients and families with excellent clinical care, but also ensure they are listened to, feel they are a part of the process, and are treated with compassion. Recognition certificates can be submitted by staff, volunteers, patients, and families. Stop by one of the Patient Experience Week events or find one of our staff rounding on your floor to recognize someone as a Patient Experience Champion. Questions? Email [email protected].

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Workplace Violence Month events are April 29 and May 1

Workplace Violence Program coordinators, University Police, Upstate’s Critical Incident Stress Management team, and Upstate’s staff support wellness social worker will host several educational workshops on workplace violence. The schedule is as follows:

• April 29 from noon to 3 p.m. in 0256 at Community
• May 1 from 7 to 10 a.m. in 0256 at Community

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Hospital Week Album Cover Contest submissions due April 30

To celebrate Hospital Week, all Upstate departments are invited to create an album cover. To submit a cover by the April 30 deadline, email [email protected]. For more information, visit: www.upstate.edu/hospitalweek (login required). Voting will be held May 12 to 15.

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Applicants sought for Upstate’s mentoring program through April 30

Applications for Upstate’s mentoring program will be accepted now through April 30. The one-year program is open to all Upstate staff. Mentors and mentees meet monthly. For mentees: This program is an opportunity to be matched with a mentor, create a professional development plan, and work toward your goals. For mentors: Seasoned professionals with time to dedicate to a mentee are sought to serve as mentors. All training is provided. For more information and applications, visit: https://www.upstate.edu/nursing/mentoring/. Questions? Email MaryAnn Stark at [email protected]. 

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Deadline to register for yoga retreat at Upstate is April 30

Upstate will host a yoga retreat Friday, May 16 and Saturday, May 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Performance Center on the 11^th floor of Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital. The deadline to register is April 30. Those with a valid Upstate ID are welcome to register, here: Yoga Retreat. Registration is required by April 30, as space is limited. 10 continuing education credits toward yoga certification will be available to participants and all participants will receive a certificate of completion. Questions? Email Nayla Khoury at [email protected].

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Stop the Bleed is April 30, May 22, June 25

Upstate Trauma will offer free Stop the Bleed courses at HealthLink, 6333 NY-298, E. Syracuse. The schedule is as follows:

• Wednesday, April 30 from 5 to 6 p.m. April's Stop the Bleed Sign-Up
• Thursday, May 22 from 1 to 2 p.m. May's Stop the Bleed Sign-Up
• Wednesday, June 25 from 11 a.m. to noon June's Stop the Bleed Sign-Up

All courses are free and open to the public. Licensed staff interested in becoming instructors, email [email protected] to begin the process. Interested staff must have attended and completed a Stop the Bleed course to instruct. Questions? Email [email protected]. 

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Cardiology Grand Rounds is May 2

Cardiology Grand Rounds will be held Friday, May 2 at 7:30 a.m. in 0103 Weiskotten Hall and via WebEx. Soo Hyun “Esther” Kim, MD, professor of medicine, Atrium Health Sanger Heart and Vascular Institute Kenilworth Charlotte, NC, will present Fibromuscular Dysplasia: More Than a String of Pearls. To join virtually, visit: https://upstate.webex.com/upstate/j.php?MTID=m94a9159fbc30e445ad4744490458a055(meeting number: 2309 854 6817 password: Cardiology1). CME is available for this session. For more information, email Lisa Carroll at [email protected].

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United for Moms collection drive ends May 2

United for Moms collection drive will be held April 21 to May 2. Donations of personal care items are sought. Collection boxes will be located throughout campus. The drive is hosted by Upstate Emerging Leaders United and Team Upstate in partnership with United Way of CNY. For collection box locations and a list of requested items, visit: www.upstate.edu/collectiondrive Questions? Please contact: [email protected]

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Concert for Cancer with Ron Zuccaro is May 2

A Concert for Cancer will be held Friday, May 2 at noon via Upstate Cancer Center’s Facebook page. Ron Zuccaro, a pianist and dedicated volunteer at the center will present a special livestream performance. To watch, visit: https://www.facebook.com/UpstateCancerCenter/. More information and to donate, visit: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/f/4pwo/n?vid=1irwwy.

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Walk for Brain Cancer Research is May 3

The Walk for Brain Cancer Research will be held Saturday, May 3 at 8:30 a.m. beginning at Campus Place Lot on the corner of Euclid and Comstock avenues. The walk ends at Upstate Cancer Center. Proceeds benefit Debbie’s Brain Cancer Research Fund, held at the Upstate Foundation. For more information and to register, visit: https://www.upstatefoundation.org/WalkForBrainCancerResearch. Questions? Email [email protected].

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Conference rooms at Community will use 25Live beginning May 5

All reservations for the conference rooms at Community will move to the 25Live room reservation system beginning May 5. Existing reservations calendars in Outlook for Community will be turned off for new additions May 1. To access 25Live, visit: https://25live.collegenet.com/upstate. Login is required. For information on using the 25Live reservation system, visit: https://www.upstate.edu/edcomm/pdf/25live-tutorial.pdfor email EdComm at [email protected].

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Upstate Edge opens for applicants May 5

The application period for the College of Nursing’s Upstate Edge will open May 5. Upstate Edge is a free, flexible program to help full-time RNs earn a Bachelor of Science in nursing while working. Designed to address healthcare shortages and strengthen Central New York’s workforce, the program offers fully online courses, 16 to 22-month tracks, and covers all costs (tuition, fees, books—valued at approximately $20,000) for eligible full-time employees. Applications open May 5 for the introductory Nursing 2.0 course (8 weeks, starts June 23), preparing nurses to enroll in the RN-BS program this fall. Eligible staff (full-time PEF/UUP members) qualify for support on day one of employment. For more information, email Maggie Moore at [email protected].

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IMT hosts Ask Me About Epic drop-in event is May 5

IMT training experts will host Ask Me About Epic May 5 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. outside the cafeteria at Community. All Epic users are invited to stop by to ask questions. For more information on IMT training, visit: https://www.upstate.edu/training/intra/contactus/signup.php#AMAE. Questions? Email Amy Hunsinger at [email protected].

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Advanced Practice Grand Rounds is May 6

Advanced Practice Grand Rounds will be held May 6 from noon to 1 p.m. via WebEx. Taryn Lindquist, NP-C, SCRN, CNRN, NVRN-BC, will present The Fundamentals of Primary Solid Tumor Malignancy of the Central Nervous System. To join, visit: https://upstate.webex.com/upstate/j.php?MTID=m1645f7b2525de69ea5e8747a57636e17. Questions? Email Tiffany Senke at [email protected]. CME credit will be available for participants.

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Free stroke screening event is May 6

A free stroke screening event will be held Tuesday, May 6 from 2 to 6 p.m. by appointment only at the Oasis/HealthLink Learning Center, 6333 State Route 298, East Syracuse. Appointment times will vary. The stroke screening will happen in three parts: a nurse will discuss the participant’s overall health, a pharmacist will discuss medications, a medical doctor or nurse practitioner will assess the participant’s stroke risk score and offer personalized tips for reducing risk. Experts from the Upstate Stroke Team will be available to answer questions. Space for this event is limited. An appointment is required to attend. Register for your appointment time by calling 315-464-8668. Contact Amy Allen with questions: [email protected].

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Interpreter Appreciate Day is May 7

Interpreter Appreciation Day is May 7 and celebrates the interpreters who help Upstate break down language barriers and facilitate effective communication for the patients and families Upstate serves. Upstate employees four interpreters and contracts with 140 freelance interpreters. By bridging the gap between multiple languages, interpreters play a critical role in providing access to health care. For more about Interpreters at Upstate, visit: https://www.upstate.edu/interpreter/intra/. Questions? Email Susan Freeman at [email protected].

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HealthLink on shoulder issues is May 8

Shoulder Pain and Injuries, Part 2: Surgical Options will be held Thursday, May 8 at 5:30 p.m. via Zoom. Ryan Cox, MD., Upstate Orthopedics, will discuss surgical treatment options for shoulder pain and injuries, what is involved in each procedure, what to consider when choosing the best option for you, and the typical recovery process for each approach. A Q and A session will follow. The event is open to the public. To register, visit: https://upstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/dFx9W1dYRKOQmUSd7ruiIQ. Questions? Email Amy Allen at [email protected].

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Walk with a Doc is May 10

Lubov Leontiera, MD, PhD, associate professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences, will lead Upstate’s Walk with a Doc event Saturday, May 10 at 9 a.m. at Onondaga Lake Park. Leontiera’s specialties are psychiatry and neurology. She will present a brief talk before the walk kicks off: Keeping Your Mind Healthy.

Participants will meet on the grass near the visitor’s center, and everyone can walk their own pace and distance. The event is free and open to the public. Doctors interested in leading a walk and all other questions, email [email protected]. To register, visit: https://walkwithadoc.org/join-a-walk/locations/syracuse-new-york/.

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Inventory of all mobile medical equipment begins May 12

Equipment Services and Healthcare Technology Management (formerly Clinical Engineering) will conduct a complete inventory of mobile medical equipment May 12 to 23 at Upstate University Hospital, Upstate Cancer Center, and Community. Maximus, an outside vendor, will assist. The goal is to capture as close to 100 percent of all mobile medical equipment as possible. We ask that all equipment be removed from cabinets and drawers during this process. A round yellow sticker will be placed on each piece of equipment after it is inventoried. Please note this will not replace the annual inventory completed by Property Management. Questions? Email Kristin Wright at [email protected].

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Retirement celebration for Health Professions staff is May 13

Upstate’s College of Health Professions will host a retirement celebration to honor the work and contributions of four staff members May 13 from 3 to 5 p.m. in 4414 B/C Academic Building. R.S.V.P. by May 1 to [email protected].

• Sandra Banas, MST, PA-C, associate professor and department chair of Physician Assistant Studies, retires after more than 16 years of service.
• L. Thomas Wolff, MD, distinguished teaching professor and medical director for Physician Assistant Studies, retires after 52 years of service.
• Dominick DeMichele, M.S.Ed., R.T.(R)(CT), clinical assistant professor of Medical Imaging & Radiation Sciences, retires after 10 years of service to Upstate and 43 in medical imaging.
• Erin Wentz, PT, PhD, PCS, associate professor of Physical Therapy Education, retires after more than eight years of service.

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Hospital Week Wellness Wednesday is May 14

Join Upstate Well, the Employee Assistance Program, Pet a Pooch, and Wellness Speaks May 14 in celebration of Hospital Week. The schedule is as follows:

• 8 to 8:15 a.m. virtual mindfulness meditation session 1: https://upstate.webex.com/upstate/j.php?MTID=md3d9ac6af757af1e2b7196479b61c64f (Meeting number: 2318 069 0674 Password: 735xAFPax69).
• 9 to 10:30 a.m. wellness table outside Café 750, second floor of Upstate University Hospital. Employee Assistance Program will offer information on mental health awareness and Upstate Well will offer information on wellness resources for staff.
• 10 to 10:10 a.m. Wellness Speaks with music therapist Clare Arezina Wiemann who will speak on the music and wellness connection. Register here: https://upstate.webex.com/weblink/register/r71173611bfdb5e200811d09ca5a454d9.
• 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Pet a Pooch on the second floor of Nappi Wellness Institute. Destress and relax with our pet therapy teams dedicated to employee wellness. No registration required.
• Noon to 12:15 p.m. virtual mindfulness meditation session 2: https://upstate.webex.com/upstate/j.php?MTID=mfab13f3bc2c9f950689e9e68de9de86e (Meeting number: 2306 886 1173 Password: kbJnNv3eq27).
• 1 to 2:30 p.m. Pet a Pooch outside the cafeteria at Community. Destress and relax with our pet therapy teams dedicated to employee wellness. No registration required.

Questions? Email [email protected].  

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Upstate participates in CSEA Local 615 Employee Appreciation Days May 14 and 15

Upstate Human Resources, Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and more will participate in the CSEA Local 615 Employee Appreciation Day May 14 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Community Room at Community and May 15 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Campus Activities Building on Elizabeth Blackwell Street. Questions? Email Ali Cottrell at [email protected].

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Virtual nurse to assist with admissions beginning May 15

Beginning May 15, an Upstate nurse located at the Throughput Operations Center will assist with virtual admissions to inpatient units from Upstate Emergency Departments Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Nursing education on this process is now available in Brightspace. Questions? Email Margie Greenfield at [email protected].

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White Coat Rock is May 15

Upstate’s own powerhouse band, The Spinal Chords, featuring Drs. Larry Chin and Mike Vertino, and talented students from the College of Medicine will serve as the opening act for this fundraising concert Thursday, May 15. Doors open at 7 p.m., concert starts at 8 p.m., with presale tickets at $15 with tickets available at the door for $20. CNY Favorite, Jam Theory, will follow to close out the night. Proceeds support scholarships for the next generation of healthcare heroes. Purchase now through the Funk 'n Waffles event page.

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Upstate Cancer Retreat is May 15 and 16

Registration is open for Upstate Cancer Research Week and Annual Retreat. The Annual Retreat will be held May 16 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at CNY Biotech Accelerator. The new Trainee Symposium will be held May 15 from 2 to 6 p.m. in 4414 B/C Academic Building. The events will bring together basic scientists, physician scientists, clinicians, and trainees to share the latest in cancer research advancements at Upstate. To register for the retreat, the symposium or both, visit: https://redcap.upstate.edu/surveys/?s=LJX7FW4KXRDN9DMF. For more information on the events, agendas, and a list of speakers, visit: https://www.upstate.edu/cancer/research/retreat/. Questions? Email [email protected].

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On My Own Time art submissions due May 16

On My Own Time artwork submissions for the Upstate Health Sciences Library display are due May 16. Several pieces will be selected for an exhibit at the Everson Museum of Art this fall. To register, complete the registration form by May 16, here: https://forms.office.com/r/msyBsuSrfF. Questions can be directed to Laura Benjamin at [email protected].

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CNY Biotech Accelerator virtual presentation is May 20

Kurt M. D’Angelo, vice president, Northern Complex, Equitable Advisors will present Business Development Stages: What to Expect at Each Stage will be held May 20 from 3 to 4 p.m. via Zoom. The speaker will discuss the startup company timeline to include Stages 01 through 05—development, product/service, sales/scaling, rapid growth, and maturity/exit strategy. To join, visit: https://upstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMoc-iqrDMsGNzWXQ927roVA_Pgc3oUOXTn. Questions? Email Kathi Durdon at [email protected].

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Registration for Syracuse Workforce Run due May 20 

The Syracuse Workforce Run will be held Thursday, June 10 at 6:45 p.m. on Onondaga Lake Parkway in Liverpool. Registration is $43. To join Team Upstate, review race details, and read eligibility requirements, visit: https://calendar.upstate.edu/event/syrrun/. The registration deadline for Team Upstate is May 20. Questions? Email Rebecca Pesci at [email protected].

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Proposals for Clark Endowment for Pediatric Research due June 1

The Clark Endowment for Pediatric Research seeks proposals for funding. An initiative established through Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital and the Upstate Foundation, the endowment supports basic or clinical research projects, and research equipment relevant to child health up to $15,000 for one year. Funds allocated in 2025 are available from August 1, 2025, through July 31, 2026. Applications are due June 1, 2025. For more information, or to request the Research Application for Funding, please email Shannen Eichler at [email protected].

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Employee Recognition Day is June 12

Upstate’s 41^st annual Employee Recognition Day will take place Thursday, June 12 at the OnCenter. The event will include honoring those achieving a five-year milestone this year. Invitations will be mailed to honorees and their supervisor. An R.S.V.P. is required to attend. Shuttle service from both campuses will be provided to and from the OnCenter.  

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Patient Experience Champion feedback form

Insights from staff and volunteers who interact with patients and families daily are invaluable in helping us improve the patient experience. Feedback will provide actionable insights on areas where the system is succeeding or needs improvement and help us to achieve Upstate’s vision for an exceptional patient experience. To submit feedback and suggestions, access the Patient Experience Champion feedback form here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Zgr1XCZe3UGJ-IPPc__umJlvWxfZxohGusbBzQjfMfNURVg3VTU4RVZMSlpFOE0xN1kxQkJFSzdUWi4u.

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Upstate Well announcements 

OneUp features an Upstate Well community with stories on reducing stress, smoking cessation, and earth day. To view, log on to OneUp.

Tranquility Tuesday is held every Tuesday from 12:30 to 12:45 p.m. on the second floor of Nappi Wellness Institute or virtually via WebEx. To join the virtual option, visit: https://upstate.webex.com/upstate/j.php?MTID=m4cf0ace0b87237183612a0b6496ca516 (Meeting ID: 2305 438 7566, Password: jyYW3FriJ74). Each session is a unique meditation, mindfulness, deep breathing, and relaxation practice experience. Questions? Email [email protected] or [email protected].

Yoga for All is open to all Upstate staff and no experience is necessary. For more information on yoga and to receive the link for virtual-only yoga dates, email [email protected]. For Teams yoga options noted below, use Meeting ID: 235 863 538 811, Passcode: VL3YM9C9. The schedule is as follows: 

• April 30 from 6:10 to 6:40 a.m., Classroom A/B at Community
• May 7 from 6:10 to 6:40 a.m., Community Room at Community
• May 7 from 7:30 to 8 a.m., Community Room at Community
• May 14 from 6:10 to 6:40 a.m., Community Room at Community
• May 21 from 6:10 to 6:40 a.m., Classroom A/B at Community
• May 28 from 6:10 to 6:40 a.m., Community Room at Community
• May 28 from 7:30 to 8 a.m., Community Room at Community

4-KARE provides access to wellness and mental health resources for the Upstate community. A 4-KARE commercial was created to profile the services offered. Watch here: https://upstate.video.yuja.com/V/Video?v=12407204&node=54114937&a=84594384.

For more on Upstate Well resources, visit: https://www.upstate.edu/wellness/.  For information about 4-KARE, visit: https://www.upstate.edu/wellness/intra/4-kare/.  

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Upstate fundraisers and apparel sales

• 6H Nursing Shared Governance will sell soft blue short- or long-sleeved pride shirts until April 30. Proceeds benefit 6H staff recognition efforts. To order, visit: https://micupride.myshopify.com/. Pickup will be held May 29 on the second floor of Upstate University Hospital. Questions? Email Teira at [email protected].
• The 6H Staff Recognition fundraiser offers a chance at winning a Yeti cooler bundle valued at over $500. The bundle includes: a tundra 65 hard cooler, two yeti ice packs, a yeti cocktail shaker lid, two stackable ramblers, a dry goods basket for the cooler, and an oversized beach blanket. Each $10 donation equals one chance. Donation window closes May 13; winner notified via email May 16. For printable poster and QR code to the donation window, contact Taryn at [email protected]. For questions regarding in person donations, email Teira at [email protected].
• Upstate Trauma will sell crewneck and V-neck shirts for $20 Tuesday, May 13 from 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the second floor of Upstate University Hospital. Shirts are available in small to 4XL. Cash, checks, credit cards will be accepted. No pre-orders will be accepted. All remaining shirts will be sold at TraumaFest Wednesday, May 21 on Elizabeth-Blackwell Street. To view the shirts and see answers to commonly-asked questions, visit: https://docs.google.com/document/d/12bq6helzOHzmL2_ROQwEhfwZTh2os74qnJzDh6Oq6wA/edit?tab=t.0.
• White Coat Rock shirts featuring Upstate’s band, The Spinal Chords, are available now through May 15. Proceeds benefit scholarships for College of Health Professions and the College of Nursing Alumni associations. Questions? Email Russ Corbin at [email protected] or Spencer Champagne at [email protected]. To order, visit: https://www.bonfire.com/white-coat-rock-t-shirt/. The Spinal Chords will perform at Funk ‘n Waffles May 15.
• Connect Care has shirts available for purchase online now through May 23. Proceeds benefit the Patient Assistance Fund. To order, visit: https://cnyshirts.com/connectcaresummertshirtsale/shop/home. Questions? Email Shannon Marcotte at [email protected].
• The Ambulatory Procedure (AP1) spring shirts are available now through May 30 in sizes small to 5XL, priced at cost. Apparel is available on Bonfire at https://www.bonfire.com/store/suny-upstate-ambulatory-procedures/. Email questions to Mackenzie Michel at [email protected].

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Global Health seeks study participants

Pfizer Flu/Covid Combo Study: The Upstate Global Health Institute seeks healthy participants ages 65 and older to help advance research for an investigational Covid-19 and flu combination vaccine. The clinical trial will last approximately six months, during which participants will be asked to attend at least four study visits. Those who have not received a Covid-19 or flu vaccine in the past 5 months and have not tested positive for influenza in the last 6 months, contact us about qualifying for the study at 315-464-9869 or [email protected].

Remote Covid Study: Global Health seeks individuals 18 years of age or older who have received a Covid-19 vaccine within the last 14 days, or be willing to receive an approved Covid-19 vaccine before starting the study, and be able to use devices to collect samples such as blood, nasal fluid and saliva. All participants will have samples collected for one year and will be asked to wear a smartwatch-like device for a minimum of 20 hours per day, including while asleep. For more information, call 315-464-9869 or email [email protected].

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Brain stimulation study seeks concussion patients

Volunteers are sought for a research study using repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), a non-invasive brain stimulation technique, as a novel treatment for chronic headaches and other post-concussion symptoms in people with mild traumatic brain injury. rTMS will be administered at the Institute for Human Performance. To participate or inquire for more information, email Yi-Ling Kuo, PhD, at [email protected].

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Blood draw site at the Nappi Wellness Institute now open Saturdays

The blood draw site at the Nappi Wellness Institute is now open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon. Questions? Email Corrina Wilcox at [email protected]. 

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The Informed Patient

The Informed Patient podcast recently featured interviews with Upstate experts about measles, as well as kidney disease in children and aquatic therapy.

• Measles is highly infectious, and Elizabeth Asiago-Reddy, MD, chief of infectious disease, explains how the disease is transmitted and prevented, and who might need a booster shot.
• Kidney disease in children can sometimes mean dialysis or a transplant. Scott Shurman, MD, director of nephrology, explains how this type of disease can affect kids.
• Aquatic physical therapy, conducted in Upstate’s pool, which features an adjustable bottom, can help treat a number of problems. Explaining the process are therapists Morgan Phillips, DPT, and Ryan Martin, DPT.

For more on The Informed Patient, visit: www.upstate.edu/informed.