Med Student, Intern, Resident, Attending Physician – What’s the difference?
February 28, 2019 –Before being treated by our physicians, our patients are asked if they would consent to have a resident, intern or student involved in their care. Would you know how to give an informed answer to that question? Do you know the differences between a student, intern, resident, attending physician, and consulting physician? Many of us do not. Here’s some information to help clear up the confusion.
Department of Internal Medicine: Patient donation goes full circle in renovation of POB III clinic
February 5, 2019 — UHP Chief Medical Officer Dr. Blanchette received a generous donation from a patient’s family. Years later, the donation would service the renovation of a UHP clinic.
UHP, JABSOM healthcare professionals learn mindfulness at two-day workshop
February 5, 2019 — To prevent burnout, MindfulPractice — a wellness initiative based out of the University of Rochester Medical Center — hosted a two-day workshop at JABSOM on January 18 and 19. About 30 physicians and healthcare professionals from JABSOM and UHP were in attendance.
#WeAreUHPHawaii: Romel Domaoal — UHP’s Spirit of Aloha
January 11, 2019 — What would you do with $1,000? For Romel Domaoal, the answer was simple — giving back to his workplace.
#WeAreUHP: Allen Yadao – A Triumph of the Human Spirit
December 13, 2018 — Allen Yadao is known for his energy and enthusiasm in the UHP office. Read more about his battle with hairy cell leukemia and how that single moment changed the course of his life.
JABSOM Career Night includes UHP faculty doctors
November 1, 2018 — On October 10, JABSOM hosted its annual AAMC Career Night. UHP physicians from various departments sat down with first- and second-year students to share their experiences in their respective fields.
UHP marches alongside JABSOM, UH in annual Men’s March Against Domestic Violence
October 5, 2018 –Every year, the John A. Burns School of Medicine (JABSOM) participates in the annual Men’s March Against Domestic Violence. To create camaraderie and partnership with the medical school and the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, University Health Partners also played a role in building awareness for domestic violence.
Generous gift from Noguchi institute provides education opportunities for Japanese students
October 5, 2018 — Over the next ten years, Dr. Yoshihisa Asano and the Noguchi Medical Research Institute Group will be investing $1,000,000 in JABSOM and UHP. The funds will go toward educational opportunities for Japanese students who are interested in pursuing medicine.
WELLNESS WATCH: Domestic Violence — Recognize and Refer
October 5, 2018 — In this edition of “Wellness Watch,” Dr. Patricia Blanchette talks about identifying signs of domestic violence and taking preventive measures to stop it.
UHP and JABSOM celebrate 15 faculty professors for tenure and promotion
September 23, 2018 — Four of our UHP doctors are among many who received promotion or tenure within the UH Manoa system.