The meeting was called to order by Dean Brian E. Henderson, MD at 7:00 AM in the Keith Administration Building on the Health Sciences Campus.
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The minutes of the May 25, 2005 meeting were distributed, reviewed and approved for posting on the Dean’s web site.
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DEAN'S REPORT
Brian E. Henderson, MD, Dean
Dean Henderson distributed a draft version of the Keck School’s revised
governance document. The changes to the governance of the school centered around
the new management structure, the elimination of the Office of the Vice President
for Health Affairs, and other changes in the committee structure. All changes
were developed with input from the Faculty Council. Dean Henderson noted that
advice and input for any final changes should be directed to the Dean’s
office.
Dean Henderson announced the formal approval by the USC Provost to create a
Department of Dermatology and the naming of its founding Chair, Dr. David T.
Woodley.
Dean Henderson discussed the strong commitment by President Sample and Provost
Nikias to the programs of the Keck School of Medicine and their quest to help
secure a sustainable source of revenue for the school.
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REPORT
FROM CLINICAL AFFAIRS
Jeffry L. Huffman,
M.D.
Dr. Huffman discussed a variety of issues affecting the School’s clinical
programs. The negotiations with Los Angeles County have been settled with the
exception of a single legal issue. ECG consultants are continuing their review
of the agreements between the School and our hospital partners: LAC+USC Medical
Center and Tenet HealthCare (for both USC University Hospital and the Norris
Cancer Hospital). Dr. Huffman noted that Tenet is now preparing their budget
for the coming calendar year and that adjustments to the payments to the School’s
Faculty Practice Plans will be announced to the FPP Presidents very soon. Finally,
Dr. Huffman discussed the progress of integrating some of the FPPs under USC
Care.
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REPORT
FROM ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE
Cary E. Thomas, MBA/CM
Mr. Thomas distributed a synopsis of the financial report that will be provided to the Liaison Committee for Medical Education (LCME) in October as part of the site visit associated with the School’s accreditation. The report described revenue growth in tuition income, endowment earnings, clinical revenues and research volume. The report also described the highlights of the FY 2006 budget and investments made in the education program and related facilities.
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REPORT
FROM EDUCATIONAL AFFAIRS
Clive R. Taylor, MD, PhD
Dr. Taylor reported on an excellent recruiting class for the MD program with
an increased class size and the best ever GPA and MCAT scores. Similarly, a
very strong group of MD/PhD students will be enrolling in the Fall class.
Dr. Taylor called on Karyn Catalano to report on the activities of the School
of Medicine Graduate Student Association (SMGSA). Karyn reported that the investments
in the Seaver office had been completed and they are now resident in their new
quarters. Karyn described recent organizing efforts and the development of programs
for students. Next Dr. Taylor called on Sid Anand and Brian Hurley, Co-Presidents
of the Associated Students of the School of Medicine (ASSM). They announced
the next “town hall” meeting and a fund raiser for the victims of
hurricane Katrina.
Finally, Dr. Taylor explained the process to be followed for the LCME site visit
and the importance for those individuals who are invited to participate in providing
a timely and informative interchange.
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REPORT
FROM SCIENTIFIC AFFAIRS
Frank Markland, Ph.D.
Dr. Markland announced progress in the implementation of the Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine at the Keck School (ISCRM). Dr. Robin Wesselschmidt has arrived on campus and is establishing a core laboratory in the Zilkha Building. USC was recently awarded stem cell training grants at Level I (the highest level) worth about $3.2 million. Dr. Rob Maxson will be the principal investigator on this grant which will afford training for individuals in pre-doctoral, post-doctoral, and clinical fellow positions. Finally, the USC “Stem Cell Day”, held on September 12th, attracted a prestigious international group of scientists.
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REPORT
FROM FACULTY AFFAIRS
Fred Sattler, M.D.
Dr. Garner noted the California requirement for all faculty to participate in a “harmony in the workplace” training program and that about 60% of KSOM faculty had completed their training. She asked the Chairs to encourage their faculty to complete this process as soon as possible and that it can either be done on line or they can call Faculty Affairs at 442-1996 to sign up for a live 2-hour session. .
Dr. Sattler reported that a thorough review of “visiting faculty” had been would be conducted and more than 130 faculty have been visiting for more than 1 year. Because the USC Handbook indicates that faculty can only be visiting for 1 year and that Dean’s Office has already petitioned the Provost to grant a second year for these faculty. Thus, for these faculty to continue their employment with the University, they must be appointed by June 30, 2006. Dr. Sattler will be sending letters to each of the chairs with a listing of their faculty with delinquent dossiers requesting that dossiers be submitted within 90 days to the Department of Faculty Affairs.
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REPORT
FROM DEVELOPMENT AND ADVANCEMENT
William A. Watson
Mr. Watson provided an update on the $2 billion campaign to raise funds for
the Keck School, Childrens Hospital Los Angeles and Health Research Association.
Mr. Watson reminded everyone that development efforts can only be achieved if
all the activities of the school are integrated through his office.
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REPORT FROM THE MEDICAL FACULTY ASSEMBLY
Donald Larsen, M.D.
Donald Larsen is the new President –elect. He provided a report on the efforts to assure broad and full representation by all departments of the School and the MFA coordination with the activities of the Dean.
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The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 AM
Respectfully submitted, Cary E. Thomas, Senior Associate Dean, Administration
and Finance.