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Outpatient facility planned for Redwood City in 2007

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Some orthopedic services move

Micromedex, Carenotes link changes

Funds flow work group recommends reimbursement plan

Upcoming Research Opportunities for Residents and Fellows

Tell us about your awards and accomplishments, or those of your colleagues. Send your contributions to Mike Goodkind, Editor (goodkind@stanford.edu) or fax /voice (650) 854-2653.

SARAH S. DONALDSON, Catharine and Howard Avery Professor of Radiation Oncology, recently received the Elizabeth Blackwell Award from the American Medical Women's Association (AMWA), at the group's 2005 annual meeting in Washington, D.C. This award memorializes Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman to earn a doctor of medicine degree. The Blackwell medal is the AMWA's highest award identifying a female physician who has made an outstanding contribution to the cause of women in medicine. The award recognizes Donaldson's numerous accomplishments as a physician, researcher, and author.

SHERRY M. WREN, associate professor of surgery, has been selected to receive an Outstanding Teacher Award from the Association for Surgical Education. This award is presented annually to recognize the dedication of surgical educators.

WILLARD FEE, professor of otolaryngology, was honored by faculty, alumni and friends of the Department of Head & Neck Surgery on Jan. 25 when the departmentÕs library was dedicated to him. Michael Johns, executive vice president for health affairs and director of the Robert W. Woodruff Health Sciences Center, offered serious and humorous reflections of FeeÕs career, including playing a major leadership role in shaping the department.

GARY FANTON, clinical professor of orthopedic surgery, was featured on the SHC-sponsored "Profiles in Health" program on KCBS radio and KPIX-TV (Channel 5) during February and March. He talked about the new Stanford Sports Medicine Center and innovations in arthroscopy that allow for minimally invasive, same day surgery. In January, orthopedic surgeon TODD ALAMIN, assistant professor of orthopedic surgery, discussed the capabilities of StanfordÕs Orthopedic Spine Center as part of the same SHC broadcast series.

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