March 2020 E-Newsletter

An Update to Our Community

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An Update to Our Community

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It has been an intense few weeks as we face historic challenges with the growing COVID-19 pandemic. To each of you, our colleagues, friends and partners, we hope you and your loved ones stay healthy and safe.

The Value Institute would like to update our community regarding program developments amid COVID-19. We have a new deadline for applications to the MS in Health Care Transformation program and new dates for our Executive Education programs.

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RECENT NEWS
 
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Residential Week Goes Virtual

The third residential week of the MS in Health Care Transformation program will take place virtually May 12-16. Our top priority is making sure our students, faculty, and staff are safe. We are actively working to ensure that the week is educational and rewarding for everyone. | Learn more about the MS program

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Save Your Seat

If you’re interested in attending the next Executive Education program, Implementing High-Value Health Care, please submit this preliminary registration form to save your seat. The program will take place June 11-12, 2020. | Registration form

 

RECENT NEWS
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Dr. Christina Åkerman Joins Dell Medical School

The Value Institute for Health and Care is pleased to announce that Christina Rångemark Åkerman, M.D., Ph.D. has accepted an Affiliate Faculty appointment with Dell Medical School. Dr. Åkerman is a leading international expert in developing and improving outcome measures.

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Talk with Your Kids About COVID-19

Dr. David Schneider, MS in Health Care Transformation student, is featured in the Rutland Herald about how to talk to your children about COVID-19.

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COVID-19 RESOURCES
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Coping in Times of Uncertainty

Dell Medical School’s Department of Health Social Work put together a list of resources and tips to help cope with the COVID-19 pandemic, including practicing self-care and connecting virtually with family and friends. | Learn more

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Understanding Social Distancing, Quarantine, and Isolation

Dell Medical School explains the difference between social distancing, self-monitoring, self-quarantine, and self-isolation. These measures are all used to control the spread of COVID-19, but they aren’t interchangeable. | Learn more