Utah Innovation

Big news! President Taylor Randall announced Bob S. Carter, MD, PhD, as University of Utah's new senior vice president for health sciences and CEO of University of Utah Health. Coming from Harvard Medical School and Mass General Brigham, Dr. Carter brings with him deep knowledge of medical research and education. Join us in congratulating him! Read more: https://bit.ly/49Ic3KQ

Dr. Kimberly D. Manning started her discussion at #AAMC24 with a promise: that she would cry at least once by the end of the session. "The kindness of our patients and what they teach us, and this immense privilege that we have to care for human beings, it's something to cry about." That human connection is at the heart of patient care, and as little as three intentional minutes spent with a patient each day — getting to know them, being present with them, and earning their trust — was enough to improve her ability to recognize subtle warning signs of trouble. Take this example: One of her patients always talked to her about his beloved dog. And when he slept through one of their conversation times, Dr. Manning knew something was wrong. He was soon found to be septic. Through stories of her bedside experiences, she shows how being present for even three minutes can save lives. How have you experienced the human side of health care? https://lnkd.in/gWCvMZHz

Samer Attar, MD, an orthopedic surgeon from Chicago who turned a cave in Syria into an operating room for war-wounded civilians. Yuriy Kuznetsov, MD, a Ukrainian surgeon who stayed behind as many of his colleagues fled Russian troops’ invasion. The firefighters who responded to the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001. What do they have in common? These are people who, in moments of crisis, had to decide who they were. At #AAMC24, Scott Pelley shared insights from his decades-long journalism career with 60 Minutes and CBS Evening News. "It's not about the meaning of life; it's about what life asks of you." In a time of polarization and division, Pelley calls for courage, connection, and understanding. Explore his Q&A here: https://lnkd.in/g4ath4zE

As artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes health care, how can leaders in academic medicine help pave the path forward? Here's how Dr. James Weinstein says we can mitigate the risks while improving care: ✅ 1. Acknowledge its power. AI’s transformative potential can help reduce inequities, enhance diagnostics, and improve access to care in underserved areas. Those are impressive benefits. ✅ 2. Understand the risks. With rapid progress comes challenges: ensuring transparency, eliminating bias, and empowering patients to make informed choices. How can your system create oversight? ✅ 3. Build trust. Good, accurate data is essential to the future of AI. Help patients own their information so they (and you) can use it wisely. Read the full recap from #AAMC24 here: https://lnkd.in/dSFXXsDF

Are you having enough fun? Turns out, its essential for your health and well-being. Here's how science journalist Catherine Price says you can prioritize it in your life: http://t.ted.com/RQEecpu

Wherever you are, whatever you’re doing – this is an open invitation to take a break. Ask your body what it needs right now and give yourself permission to listen. You’ve got this. 💙

Rural health care access is more important than ever, especially in Utah. Here's why: https://lnkd.in/dqMWtSyp

So, what's it like to care for rural patients? In celebration of #NationalRuralHealthDay, Dr. Elizabeth Botts, MD, sheds light on rural mental healthcare and training future psychiatrists! Open the conversation about rural mental healthcare - drop your questions below! #WhatsItLike

Incredible work bringing lifesaving care to the communities that need it 👏🏽