Thursday, June 08, 2006

Update on PD

Although not exactly Residency news, I do want to update you on my personal situation as it does affect Residency. And besides, many of you have been interested...

On Monday, I received a referral of a 3y/o girl for adoption from Russia. I will be making two trips to Russia to complete the adoption. The first will be about 10 days and the second 3 weeks. I plan to take maternity leave upon return from trip 2. In total, my second absence will be about 6 weeks.

I AM returning to work and the PD position after my leave. I do not anticipate any significant disruption in Residency. Dr. Shepherd, Ron Williams, Linda Hubbell and the remainder of the Residency team are well prepared to lead the program during my absence. I don't yet have any specific travel plans as I am awaiting my travel invitation from Russia. This could happen at any time and I will most likely get 2 - 4 weeks notice.

If you'd like to see a photo of my angel, there is one on my office door. :-)

I will post updates on specific plans as they become available.

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