December 2007
Two Jefferson Medical College Faculty Named to New Leadership Positions at Jefferson’s Kimmel Cancer Center
(Published 12-4-2007) Two faculty members of Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia have
been named to new leadership positions at Jefferson’s Kimmel Cancer Center. Erik S. Knudsen, Ph.D., former Scientific Director
of the University of Cincinnati Barrett Cancer Center, has been named Deputy Director, Research. Bone marrow transplant expert
Neal Flomenberg, M.D., interim chair and professor of Medical Oncology at Jefferson Medical College, has been named Deputy
Director, Clinical Science.
Thomas Jefferson University Choir and Orchestra Perform Free Holiday Concert
(Published 12-4-2007) The Thomas Jefferson University Choir and Orchestra will present their 38th Annual Holiday Concert on
Friday, December 14, 2007, at 8 p.m., featuring the Christmas portion of G.F. Handel’s Messiah, as well as other carols of
the season.
The concert is FREE and open-to-the-public and will be held at The Church of St. Luke and the Epiphany, 330 South 13 Street,
between Pine and Spruce Streets.
Robert T. Sataloff, M.D., D.M.A, professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Jefferson Medical College, founded and
directs the choir, which is comprised of Jefferson physicians, nurses, students, alumni, employees, patients and spouses.
For more information, please call 215-790-5195 or 215-790-5194.
Drink Up before You Go Caroling This Season—As Long as It’s Not Alcohol
(Published 12-5-2007) Drink Up before You Go Caroling This Season—As Long as It’s Not Alcohol
If you’re planning to hit the streets and sing Christmas carols around the neighborhood during the holiday season make sure
to drink plenty—of water, that is. During cold weather, the air is cold and dry, and in turn, can dry up your voice, explains
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital voice specialist Joseph R. Spiegel, M.D., and co-director of the Jefferson Center for
Voice and Swallowing.
Jefferson Vascular Surgeon Heads National Trial for Torn Aorta Repair
(Published 12-7-2007) Jefferson Vascular Surgeon Heads National Trial for Torn Aorta Repair Possible Alternative to Open Chest
Surgery. Tears in the aorta which affect thousands of people each year coast to coast, may soon be treated with a much less
invasive technique that could dramatically improve patients’ chances of survival. A national study being directed by a vascular
surgeon at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital is exploring a new minimally invasive method that could spare patients the
trauma and risk of open chest surgery.
Survey Points Out Need for Education for Primary Care Physicians on Rarely Seen Cancers
(Published 12-10-2007) Many primary care physicians may lack the necessary knowledge when it comes to recognizing the signs,
symptoms and making proper diagnoses in cases of blood cancers such as leukemia and lymphoma, a recent survey indicates. Such
findings not only reflect the challenges that primary care doctors face, but also may serve as a wake-up call for more education
and training.
World-Renowned Neuromuscular Specialist Marinos Dalakas, M.D., Named Director of Jefferson Division
(Published 12-20-2007) Marinos C. Dalakas, M.D., a world-renowned expert in neuromuscular diseases, has been named director
of the Division of Neuromuscular Diseases in the Department of Neurology and professor of Neurology at Jefferson Medical College
of Thomas Jefferson University, announced Abdolmohamad Rostami, M.D., Ph.D., professor and chair of the Department of Neurology
at Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University and the Jefferson Hospital for Neuroscience.
