July 21, 2000

MGH 2000 now available
The hospital magazine, MGH 2000, which includes the hospital's 1999 annual report, is now available. This issue focuses on MGH research and breakthroughs in areas such as tissue engineering, as well as providing culturally sensitive care to patients. Copies of MGH 2000 may be picked up at the information desks on the main campus, at the health centers and at other locations throughout the hospital. For more information, call 726-2206.

Research coordination course
"Management Strategies for MGH Entry-Level Coordinators" will be offered Aug. 9. Deidre Norris, RN, of the MGH Epilepsy Service, and Sandra Kogan, of Decisions Systems Groups at BWH, combine years of MGH research experience with time- management principles to provide a solid foundation in research coordination at the MGH. Regis- tration is required. To register, visit http:\\crnet.mgh.harvard.edu or call Alison Simmons at 724-2900.

HOPES seminars
The MGH Cancer Center HOPES (Helping Our Patients/Families through Education and Support) program presents educational seminars for patients, families and MGHers. "Parenting in Challenging Times: A Drop-In Support Group for Parents," facilitated by Cathleen Poliquin, NP, MNS, of the MGH Bone Marrow Transplant Unit, will be offered July 25, noon to 1 pm. "Mind-Body Techniques to Help You Get Through Treatment," facilitated by Katie Dobbin-Binda, MSW, of the MGH Cancer Center, will be offered June 26, noon to 1 pm. "Sunscreens Make Summer Sense: Choosing and Using an Appropriate Sunscreen Lotion," facilitated by Regina Holdstock, RPH, will be offered July 27, 3 to 4 pm. All discussions will be held in the Cancer Resource Room, Cox 1. For more information, call 724-1822.

Schwartz Rounds
The 40th Kenneth B. Schwartz Rounds will be held in the Walcott Conference Room July 28, noon to 1 pm. Lunch will be provided. Discussion will begin at noon and will focus on "When Breast Cancer Strikes a Man – Race, Gender and the Caregiver-patient Relationship." All MGH care providers are invited. To register, call 724-6862.