Beacon Medical Professionals

Multi-Modal Pain Management
2025-12-03 | On Demand
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Multi-Modal Pain Management
Presented By: Drew Michael Donnell, MD
Pain Medicine/ Anesthesiology, Beacon Health System

While taking part in biomedical engineering research during high school at the local university, Drew M. Donnell, MD, initially elected to study business and sports administration. He then transitioned to studying applied mathematics in the context of health care. Ultimately, he decided there wasn’t enough interpersonal contact with patients. “I did not choose medicine until I firsthand experienced transformations in quality of life from various high-intensity surgeries during graduate school, prior to matriculating into medicine,” he says.
He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Movement Science at University of Michigan – Ann Arbor. This was followed by a Master of Science degree in Biostatistics from University of Pittsburgh. It was here that he also graduated from the university’s School of Medicine as an MD. He completed a General Surgery Internship and Anesthesiology Residency at Ohio State University, and a Multidisciplinary Pain Fellowship at Northwestern University.
Dr. Donnell is the first medical doctor in his family, although his mother is a clinical psychologist. He chose the field of anesthesiology because of its complexity and frequent utilization of advanced technology. “I’ve administered anesthesia for everything from liver transplants to simple ankle reductions, but ultimately it all comes down to protecting the patient and their physiology.”
In addition, he practices interventional pain management, to improve the quality of life for individuals affected long term by serious discomfort. “Pain management is a natural extension of anesthesiology that offers more face time with patients and an array of rapidly evolving interventions,” he says.
Dr. Donnell delivers care to help patients be more comfortable and he works to enable them to be able to do more of the activities that give their lives meaning.
Through the years his patients have taught him that complex problems often have simple solutions, but the opposite also holds true, he says. “Medicine is one of the toughest jobs around, but is unmatched in its ability to affect others,” he says.

PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
2025-11-20 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Memorial Hospital of South Bend
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
Virtual Open House
Thursday, November 20, 2025, 6:00 PM EST
Join our preceptors, current residents, RPC and RPD for an opportunity to discuss the 2026-2027 PGY1 residency program
at Memorial Hospital of South Bend in South Bend, Indiana.
To learn more about our program, visit our residency website:
https://beacon.health/mhsb-pgy1
Contact RPD, Dr. Mindy Deubner, with any questions.
mdeubner@beaconhealthsystem.org
Join via Microsoft Teams at the following link:
Join the meeting now
Meeting ID: 253 910 547 088 0 Passcode: [REDACTED]
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Overview and Updates on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
2025-11-19 | On Demand
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Overview and Updates on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Presented By: Rosalie McBride, MD
Obstetrics and Gynecology, Beacon Health System

“I love the miracle of new life, plus the continuity of care I am able to have with women through many stages of their life,” says Rosalie McBride, MD, about her work in obstetrics and gynecology.
Dr. McBride decided to become a doctor her senior year of high school. She enjoyed science and relating to people, so medicine was a natural fit. She earned her Medical Degree from Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, and her residency was also completed there in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. In her family, Dr. McBride’s brother is an interventional cardiologist and her sister-in-law is a hematologist/oncologist, so she says her generation is well represented in the medical field.
As to her approach to practicing medicine, Dr. McBride wants people to know she practices medicine with care and compassion. “I spend the time needed with each person to give the best care I can.” She strives to practice with kindness and tries to teach people that taking care of their body – physically and emotionally – leads to better health.
Her patients have taught her so much, as well, she says. “Each person has a unique, personal story and understanding that story allows me to be a better doctor.”

Ethical GenAI Essentials Workshop
2025-11-14 13:00 - 14:00 | On Demand
Ethical GenAI Essentials: How to Use Generative AI Responsibly in Healthcare
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Alexi Orchard, PhD, is an Assistant Teaching Professor and Assistant Director of the Technology and Digital Studies Program at the University of Notre Dame.
Her work focuses on technology and engineering ethics, responsible innovation, and interdisciplinary teaching at the intersection of humanities and computing.

The ethics of using generative AI in healthcare raise important questions around safety, efficiency, and well-being. It’s essential to consider the people involved, their values, and the potential benefits and risks of AI use.
This workshop explores key “Ethical GenAI Essentials” to help participants understand what generative AI is, how it can be used, and when to exercise caution.
Workshop outline:

Background on Generative AI
Effective Prompting and Evaluation
Ethical and Responsible Use.

The Role of Image Guided Superficial Radiation Therapy for Treatment of Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer in the Dermatology Office Setting
2025-11-12 | Auditorium at Memorial Hospital, 615 N Michigan St, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
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The Role of Image Guided Superficial Radiation Therapy for Treatment of Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer in the Dermatology Office Setting
Presented By: Todd W. Rozycki, MD, FAAD, FASDS
Board Certified Dermatologist
Board Certified Mohs Surgeon
Todd Rozycki, M.D. was born and raised in South Bend. He graduated from St. Joseph High School as a National Merit Scholar finalist and Presidential Scholar finalist. Todd was accepted to Indiana University School of Medicine, and his interest in dermatology was already well-established from his own experience early on in life with the specialty. Pursuing this specialty saw him contribute to histology research, publishing in his second year of medical school and then co-authoring a Dermatology chapter for an oral pathology medical textbook by his fourth year. He graduated in 1998 with Alpha Omega Alpha highest honors, followed by residency in Dermatology at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN.
Dr. Rozycki has performed thousands of excisional surgeries and Mohs surgeries for skin cancers. He also reads pathology, performs advanced laser surgery and injections for esthetic medicine and cosmetic dermatology, and diagnoses and treats complex inflammatory skin conditions. He has a passion and drive for providing excellent, precise, responsible, efficient care with sincere compassion for his patients.

New Approaches to Diagnosing and Treating Early Alzheimer’s Disease
2025-11-05 | Patel Auditorium at Elkhart General Hospital, 600 East Boulevard, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
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New Approaches to Diagnosing and Treating Early Alzheimer’s Disease
Presented By: Thomas Vidic, MD
Neurology, Beacon Health System

Dr. Thomas Vidic is a board-certified neurologist with decades of clinical experience and leadership in neurological care. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 1980, followed by an internship in internal medicine and a residency in neurology at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas.
Since completing his training in 1984, Dr. Vidic has been a dedicated member of the Elkhart Clinic, where he has provided comprehensive neurologic care to the community. He is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (1987) and holds additional certification in Neuro-Rehabilitation (1993). In recognition of his contributions to the field, he was named a Fellow of the American Academy of Neurology in 1999.
Dr. Vidic is known for his patient-centered approach, deep commitment to clinical excellence, and long-standing service in advancing neurological care.

Hip Dysplasia: A Joint Effort in Early Detection
2025-10-29 | On Demand
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Hip Dysplasia: A Joint Effort in Early Detection
Presented By: Eric McCoy, MD
Orthopedic/Trauma Surgery, Beacon Health System
LeeAnne Torres, MD
Sports Medicine/Orthopedic Surgery, Beacon Health System
Learning Objectives:

Identify history, physical exam findings, and radiographic features indicative of adolescent and adult hip dysplasia
Review nonoperative treatment options and surgical indications for hip dysplasia
Understand postoperative recovery, restrictions, and rehabilitation from hip preservation procedures

Dr. Eric McCoy says he has always held a fascination for physiology, biology, and the musculoskeletal system. As his knowledge grew, and he learned he could leverage these passions to decrease suffering and improve quality of life, he knew that medicine would be the perfect career choice.
As an orthopedic surgeon, Dr. McCoy treats fractures of the pelvis and extremities, as well as arthritis, bones that do not heal properly, and bone infections. “I unfortunately often meet patients following a traumatic event,” he says. “But I feel tremendously honored to play a role in the transformative process of healing and recuperation. It is a unique privilege to minimize disability and maximize rehabilitation for patients who have suffered from traumatic musculoskeletal injuries.”
Dr. McCoy is frequently asked whether orthopedic surgery is “barbaric,” but he likes to inform people that this type of surgery is actually quite meticulous and delicate. He takes great care to maximize healing potential for his patients, and is committed to being there for them each step of the way.
Dr. McCoy studied at UCLA, and completed his fellowship at Indiana University. He joined Beacon for its dedication to excellence, and for its focus on camaraderie and teamwork. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, running, weightlifting, and spending time outdoors with his wife and son.

Dr. LeeAnne Torres is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with advanced specialization in sports medicine, cartilage restoration, hip arthroscopy, and joint preservation. She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame and her medical degree from Texas A&M College of Medicine. She completed her orthopaedic surgery residency training at Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia, and her orthopaedic sports medicine fellowship at Wake Forest. Dr. Torres serves as a faculty member with the South Bend-Notre Dame Sports Medicine Fellowship and is an adjunct clinical professor of orthopaedic surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine South Bend. She is also the lead team orthopedic surgeon for Indiana University South Bend, Holy Cross College, and several area high schools. With a deep commitment to patient-centered care, Dr. Torres is passionate about giving individuals the opportunity to restore their quality of life and achieve their personal and athletic goals through expert, cutting-edge treatments.

Updates in Anesthesia and Perioperative Medicine
2025-10-15 | On Demand
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Updates in Anesthesia and Perioperative Medicine
Presented By: David Gursky, MD
Anesthesiology, Beacon Health System
Dr. Gursky has loved science his entire life. But he knew he needed to do something more than bench research. After researching jobs in science and speaking with family friends, he realized anesthesia would be the perfect profession for him. “I have the opportunity to help people on a daily basis, and I get to be a science nerd at the same time.”
Dr. Gursky provides anesthesia services for heart and lung surgeries. “During the case, it is my job to make sure that you are completely asleep, and you wake up with minimal pain or discomfort,” he explains. He also ensures that vital signs are all within the correct ranges throughout the surgery and that everything goes well from a medical standpoint.
He chose to practice at Beacon because of its great cardiac surgery department. “The cases and outcomes here are outstanding,” he explains. “The patient’s quality of life is often drastically improved as a result of the care they receive at Beacon. It makes my job very rewarding.”
When it comes to his practice, Dr. Gursky has a simple philosophy: vigilance and standardization. “I do my best to be vigilant and do the same thing the same way every time to ensure the best outcome possible.”
The way Dr. Gursky sees it, he is in a unique position. “Patients generally have a long-standing relationship with their doctors,” he explains. “A patient meets me for ten minutes before their major heart surgery. I spend the entire day with them, but they are only awake for a few minutes of it. I hope that my brief time with them fills them with confidence in my abilities.” He adds, “I’ve learned that even when someone is ill, they can see the bright future ahead. I hope that patients get a sense of calm when meeting me.”

Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: An Update
2025-10-08 | On Demand
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Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: An Update
Presented By: Scott Eshowsky, MD
Chief Medical Information Officer, Beacon Health System
Dr. Eshowsky received his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency in Family Medicine at Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, where he served as Chief Resident. He is board-certified in Family Medicine. Dr. Eshowsky also serves as the Chief Medical Information Officer for Beacon Health System, and is also a member of Beacon Medical Group’s Physician Governance Council. He is passionate about achieving clinical excellence by enhancing and standardizing the use of technology for all of Beacon’s caregivers.

Robotic Surgery 101
2025-10-01 | On Demand
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Robotic Surgery 101
Presented By: Nicholas Miller, MD
General Surgery, Beacon Health System
Nicholas Miller, MD, began his working career as a commercial photographer. After he suffered the loss of a friend through a tragic car accident, he began to rethink his calling. “Through the time spent in the hospital with [my friend] and his family, I felt the calling to pursue a career in medicine, and ultimately in surgery,” he says.
Dr. Miller does not have any other family members in the medical profession. He comes from a long line of Amish cabinet makers, who have been in that business since 1918. “I am fluent in Pennsylvania Dutch and love to use the mother tongue to connect with my Amish and Mennonite patients.”
Toward the end of the six-year period working as a photographer and graphic designer, he earned his Bachelor of Science at the University of Akron, majoring in Biology. During college, he founded a small web-based company that sold custom leather goods to customers around the globe. He worked with local Amish leather shops to create and fulfill orders. While running this online business, he began medical school at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, where he earned his Doctor of Medicine degree.
He describes his philosophy of surgery as “a pursuit of the highest technical standards of excellence, combined with a desire to create a deep personal connection with each patient.”
Dr. Miller says, “One of the greatest things I have gained from observing my patients is that ordinary people are often capable of great courage.”

Disclosure Statement: Dr. Miller is a consultant for Intuitive Surgical, the makers of the DaVinci robotic surgery system. In this role, Dr. Miller provides proctoring services for surgeons learning the DaVinci system. This presentation primarily focused on general robotic surgery. While there are currently no other FDA-approved competitors, systems in development were mentioned. All relevant financial relationships were reviewed and appropriately mitigated prior to the activity.

MHSB HME Learning Experience & Case Studies
2025-09-24 | On Demand
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MHSB HME Learning Experience & Case Studies

EGH HME Learning Experience & Case Studies
2025-09-17 | On Demand
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EGH HME Learning Experience & Case Studies

Violence in Healthcare & Keeping Everyone Safe
2025-09-12 | On Demand
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Violence in Healthcare & Keeping Everyone Safe
Presented By: Casey Clements, MD, PhD
Medical Director, Mayo Clinic Staff Safety

Dr. Casey Clements is an emergency medicine physician and physician-scientist at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where he serves as Associate Practice Chair in the Department of Emergency Medicine and Staff Safety Officer. He is nationally recognized for his leadership in sepsis care, point-of-care diagnostics, and occupational safety in healthcare.
Dr. Clements earned his M.D. and Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and completed residency training at Mayo Clinic. He currently directs the Mayo Emergency Department Sepsis Program and leads the Sepsis Biobank. His work focuses on translational research and practice transformation—bridging lab discoveries to bedside application.
Throughout his career, Dr. Clements has championed staff and patient safety, spearheaded system-wide quality improvement initiatives, and published extensively on topics including emergency infectious diseases, weapons detection in hospitals, and innovations in clinician safety. He has been recognized with numerous awards for innovation, education, and leadership, including an Upper Midwest Emmy for healthcare communication.
A sought-after speaker and thought leader, Dr. Clements brings a unique blend of academic rigor, frontline experience, and systems thinking to every conversation about advancing emergency medicine and improving health care delivery.

Studying and Targeting Cancer Immunomechanics on Earth and in Space
2025-09-03 | On Demand
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Studying and Targeting Cancer Immunomechanics on Earth and in Space
Presented By: Meenal Datta, PhD
Assistant Professor, University of Notre Dame; Bioengineering Graduate Program; Materials Science and Engineering Program; Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering; Department
of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering (concurrent)

Meenal Datta’s research focuses on deciphering the atypical tumor microenvironment that drives disease progression and treatment resistance in incurable cancers. By understanding and overcoming the biological, chemical, electrical, and mechanical abnormalities found in solid tumors, new therapeutic approaches can be discovered. Dr. Datta also researches health science in space (e.g., in microgravity environments) to benefit patients on Earth.
She also holds a concurrent position in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering.

What do we know about Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome?
2025-08-27 | On Demand
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What do we know about Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome?
Presented By: Jennifer Fugate, DO
Associate Professor of Neurology; Medical Director, Neuroscience ICU; Mayo Clinic, Rochester MN
Dr. Jennifer Fugate is a Consultant in the Neuroscience ICU and Associate Professor of Neurology in the Department of Neurology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. She completed her Neurology Residency and Neurocritical Care Fellowship at Mayo Clinic Rochester. As a Mayo Clinic Scholar, she studied at the University of Cambridge in the UK to study brain monitoring techniques in a large population of patients with acute brain injury. She has been active in publishing clinical research, particularly on topics of Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome and Anoxic Brain Injury and has been a member of writing groups for guidelines for the Neurocritical Care Society and the American Heart Association. She lives in Rochester with her husband, two young children, and enjoys running, reading, and Philadelphia sports in her leisure time.

Honoring Choices and Helping Patients Make End of Life Decisions
2024-05-29 | Auditorium at Memorial Hospital, 615 N Michigan St, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
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Honoring Choices and Helping Patients Make End of Life Decisions
Presented By: Deirdre Mylod – the Chair of the Advisory Board for Honoring Choices
John Bruinsma – Manager of Population Health Care Foundation & Chair for Honoring Choices, Beacon Community Impact
Learning Objectives:

Provide an overview of Honoring Choices, Beacon’s community partner in Advance Care Planning
Describe the Current State of Advance Care Planning in terms of the patient experience, the clinician’s experience, outcomes, policy and equitable distribution.
Identify Barriers to completing Advance Care Planning from the perspective of patients and clinicians.
Gather Audience Feedback
Provide an overview of Beacon’s partnership with Honoring Choices through the scope of the Technical Assistance Grant

John Bruinsma is the Director of Beacon Health System’s Population Health, Care Coordination Department, a team of clinical and social service professionals who execute patient level interactions to drive the organization’s value-based goals. As the Population Health leader, John contributes experience in healthcare management, community engagement, and social services to advise the Health System’s strategies for improving patient outcomes and delivering chronic illness management. John plays a pivotal role in advancing quality, transitional and chronic care coordination. John has lead several transformative changes, including the roll-out of a Remote Patient Monitoring program, collaborative partnerships with community organizations and healthcare services providers, and the integration of Social Determinant screenings in the acute environment.
Prior to his current role, John served as the Senior Community Services Coordinator at Saint Joseph Health System, where he spearheaded the launch and management of the Community Health Worker (CHW) program. This initiative demonstrated significant ROI and quality enhancements, underscoring his commitment to addressing social determinants of health and improving patient outcomes.
With a background in management, marketing and program coordination, John brings a unique blend of skills in strategic planning, grant writing, community engagement, and team leadership to every endeavor.
Outside of his professional pursuits, John is passionate about expanding access to Advance Care Planning and Palliative Care and has actively contributed to the board of Honoring Choices, a local non-profit that proactively engages the community in quality of life care planning for several years.
John holds a master’s in business administration degree from Bethel University and an undergraduate degree in Psychology from Hope College and continues to seek opportunities for growth and impact in his field.
Dr. Deirdre Mylod has spent over 25 years at Press Ganey researching the patient experience and how it relates to cross domain outcomes of engagement and clinical quality. She is the architect of Press Ganey’s Patient Suffering model and has extended her work to create a conceptual framework to describe the work experience of clinicians and the healthcare workforce.
Dr. Mylod joined Press Ganey in 1997 and currently serves as the executive director of the organization’s Institute for Innovation and senior vice president of Research & Analytics. In this joint role, she is responsible for advancing the understanding of the entire patient experience, including patient perceptions of care, clinical process and outcomes. Through the Institute, Mylod partners with leading health care providers to study and implement transformative concepts for improving the patient experience.
Since July 2020, Dr. Mylod has co-led Press Ganey’s Equity Partnership together with her colleague, Dr. Tejal Gandhi. Through this work she has surfaced national patterns of patient and workforce experience segmented by race, ethnicity and other aspects of identity, and has created best practices in data management and data visualization to support equity work.
Mylod holds a master’s degree and a PhD in psychology from the University of Notre Dame.

Having a stroke? Take it lying down.
2024-05-22
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Having a stroke? Take it lying down.
Presented By: Dr. Mark Walsh, Dr. Donald Zimmer, Dr. Kevin Taubman, and Research Students
Objectives:

Discuss new guidelines regarding patient positioning during stroke workup and evaluation
Presentation of unique clinical case that highlights why these changes may be impactful
Examine physiologic and anatomical rationale for repositioning patients experiencing ischemic stroke

Dr. Walsh graduated from the University of Notre Dame where he received the Rink Academic Scholarship and an athletic scholarship for track and field. He graduated from the University of Bologna, Italy School of Medicine in 1976, attending medical school in the country of his mother’s birth. Dr. Walsh completed his residency in internal medicine in 1980 at Northwestern University in Chicago. Since that time, he has practiced emergency medicine and internal medicine and has been board certified in internal medicine since 1980 and emergency medicine since 1987.

Kevin Taubman – As a vascular and endovascular surgeon, Dr. Taubman provides medical, surgical and minimally invasive treatment for a variety of blood vessel diseases, including life threatening artery blockages, causes of stroke, aneurysms, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), venous insufficiency and complex wounds. He chose this particular field for its diversity and challenge. When asked why he chose to practice at Beacon Health System he says, “Beacon demonstrates a long-standing commitment to the recruitment and retention of quality healthcare professionals who share a common vision to achieve and deliver the highest level of care for the community it serves.”
From a young age, Dr. Kevin Taubman had a goal to become a surgeon. He was blessed to grow up with several family members who worked in medicine. His father, a surgeon, and mother both contributed to the development of a sense of duty. “From their examples, they provided guidance to better understand the fulfillment which is possible through a dedication to helping others.”
Dr. Taubman demonstrates that same philosophy when it comes to his own patients. “I believe that all people deserve access to quality medical care,” he says. “I am dedicated to providing compassionate care with cuttingedge therapy and scientific rigor to all of my patients as if they were my own family members.”

Donald Zimmer, MD graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 2009. He attended Residency at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and graduated in Emergency Medicine in 2012. He has since been with SB Emergency Physicians, Inc. since that time. In 2017 he became the Medical Director of Education for Beacon Health System/Memorial Hospital of South Bend.

The Role of Gilal Cells in Pain
2024-05-15 | Patel Auditorium at Elkhart General Hospital, 600 East Boulevard, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
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Presented By: Chris Annis, MD – Pain Medicine, Beacon Health System
Learning Objectives:

Identify the types and general roles of glial cells
Understand the relationship between glial cells and opioids
Identify how activation and deactivation of glial cells affect their function
discuss new opportunities for pain management through glial cells

Pain management specialist Christopher Annis, MD, joined the OSMC staff in 2011 after completing a fellowship in pain medicine at the University of Chicago. His impressive academic accomplishments started at Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois, where he graduated summa cum laude with a degree in pre-med and biology. Next, he spent time with Syracuse University’s Summer Abroad Program, studying health policy and law in London, Geneva, and Amsterdam, before returning to the U.S. to earn his MD degree at the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2006. Upon earning his MD, he took up a residency in anesthesiology at The Ohio State University where, during his senior year, he was voted chief resident in addition to Hardest-Working Resident two years in a row.
Dr. Annis is a member of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine, and the Indiana Society of Anesthesiologists. He is board certified in anesthesiology as well as pain management by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Additionally, he has been a frequent presenter and lecturer at medical conferences focused on advanced pain management and anesthesiology techniques and has contributed to several research projects, journal articles, and texts.
Beyond his hands-on medical practice, Dr. Annis takes an active interest in advancing appropriate anesthesia-related legislation. He also enjoys a life outside the medical community, spending time on wood refinishing, stained glass, cooking, and playing guitar.

Weight Loss Management
2024-05-08 | Auditorium at Memorial Hospital, 615 N Michigan St, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
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Weight Loss Management
Presented By: Gerald Morris, Jr., MD – Faculty, Memorial Family Medicine Residency Program
Dr. Morris joined the Memorial faculty in 2013 after graduating from our residency program. In addition to his work with Memorial’s Family Medicine Residency program, he also serves as the medical director for his tribe, the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians. In his role at the tribe, Dr. Morris maintains a full-time outpatient practice and oversees the care provided through the Pokagon Band’s clinic in Dowagiac, its wellness center in New Buffalo, and the newly established Mshkiki Clinic in Benton Harbor (opened 2021). He also teaches at IU School of Medicine South Bend, where he serves as a faculty member for their Foundations of Clinical Practice 1 course. Dr. Morris is involved in various boards, committees, workgroups, and taskforces.
Dr. Morris and his wife, Kristin, have three children. They enjoy taking family vacations (especially to Disney World), exploring the outdoors, and watching various sporting events together.

The Scholarly Concentration in Ethics, Equity and Justice at IU School of Medicine - South Bend
2024-05-01 | Patel Auditorium at Elkhart General Hospital, 600 East Boulevard, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
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Review and Update on the IUSM-SB Scholarly Concentration Program
Presented By: Mark Fox, MD – Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics at the IU School of Medicine, Regional Campus Dean for the IU School of Medicine – South Bend, and interim Dean for the IU School of Medicine – Northwest.
Learning Objectives:

Describe the goals and structure of the Scholarly Concentration in Ethics, Equity and Justice
Identify experiential learning opportunities that advance the educational objectives of the Scholarly Concentration
Appreciate the scope of research and scholarly activities associated with the Scholarly Concentration

Mark D. Fox is a Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics at the IU School of Medicine and serves as the Regional Campus Dean for the IU School of Medicine – South Bend and interim Dean for the IU School of Medicine – Northwest. A physician, ethicist and public health professional, Dr. Fox completed an uncommon MD/PhD (PhD in Religion, Ethics, and Society) at Vanderbilt University. He then completed his residency in Medicine/Pediatrics at the University of Rochester (NY), where he did a fellowship in Preventive Cardiology and Cardiovascular Epidemiology. He completed his Master’s in Public Health during his fellowship.
Prior to joining IU, Fox held the Julian Rothbaum Chair in Community Health Research at the University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine in Tulsa, where he was the Associate Dean for Community Health and Research Development. His clinical work has focused on care for vulnerable and underserved populations, from a cardiovascular risk reduction program for uninsured adults to a street outreach clinic for homeless youth.
Along with Rev. Joseph J. Kotva Jr., PhD, Fox is co-director for the South Bend campus’ Scholarly Concentration in Ethics, Equity, and Justice.

Street Medicine
2024-04-24 | Auditorium at Memorial Hospital, 615 N Michigan St, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
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Street Medicine
Presented By: Victoria Drzyzga, MD – Resident, Memorial Family Medicine Residency Program Katharine Callaghan, MD, MPA – Faculty, Memorial Family Medicine Residency Program
Hi! My name is Victoria Drzyzga, but everyone calls me Tori. I am the oldest of 5 children (and the only girl) and grew up on a small island in Michigan, called Grosse Ile. I knew from a very young age that I wanted to be a physician. My time in Detroit at Wayne State solidified my interest in becoming a physician and working with vulnerable and underserved populations During medical school at OUWB, my passion for working with the underserved only increased and I was able to work with one of my classmates to establish a street medicine program to bring healthcare and other resources to unhoused individuals in Pontiac, MI. Besides working with underserved populations, I am also interested in cultivating lasting relationships with patients across the lifespan, which led me to the wonderful specialty of family medicine.
Dr. Callaghan joined the faculty in 2021. She originally came to South Bend to attend the University of Notre Dame as an undergraduate. During that time, she grew to deeply love the city of South Bend and its people, and she remained in South Bend after graduation to complete a year of service, working closely with Young Life Michiana and the St. Peter Claver Catholic Worker. In 2013, she moved to Nashville to attend Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. There she discerned family medicine as the best path forward for her in seeking to meet the needs of underserved patients. Dr. Callaghan completed her Family Medicine residency at Memorial in 2020. During her time as a resident, she participated in both the Care of the Underserved and Health Services Management curricula. After completing her residency, she became Memorial’s Health Services Management Fellow, receiving her Master of Public Affairs degree from Indiana University in 2021. As a faculty member, Dr. Callaghan oversees the Care of the Underserved curricular track. In addition, she is a member of the Wellness Committee and the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Antiracism Committee at the residency.
Alongside her work at the residency, Dr. Callaghan is an adjunct professor in the University of Notre Dame’s Hillebrand Center for Compassionate Care in Medicine. She helps teach two courses at Notre Dame, Compassionate Care and the Medical Professions and Spiritualties of Caring in the Helping Professions. In this work, she gets to explore with students the neuroscience of compassion and ways to pursue well-being as well as a balanced approach to care throughout one’s career as a helping professional.

Breast Health: Understanding Screening Recommendations And Management Of High-Risk Breast Lesions
2024-04-17 | Patel Auditorium at Elkhart General Hospital, 600 East Boulevard, Elkhart, IN, 46514, United States
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Breast Health: Understanding Screening Recommendations And Management Of High-Risk Breast Lesions
Presented By: Jamie O’Rear, MD – General Surgery, Beacon Health System

Dr. Jamie O’Rear is a general surgeon with BMG Surgical Services Elkhart. Within general surgery, she focuses on breast surgery for both breast cancer and benign conditions. She loves general surgery because the ability to treat patients with a wide range of conditions –anything from breast cancer to appendicitis and trauma. When it comes to her philosophy for practicing medicine, Jamie believes in treating each patient like a member of her own family. “Everyone has a unique story,” she says. “I believe it’s important to tailor treatment plans with each individual so they can make informed decisions about their own health and be comfortable with and confident in their care.” Breast cancer is something that has personally affected Dr. O’Rear’s family, and as a granddaughter, daughter, and mom of three, she has a special passion for treating women on their journey to achieve their best health.

CMIO Technology Update With Tips and Tricks For Cerner, Halo, Dragon, Duo, etc.
2024-04-10 | Auditorium at Memorial Hospital, 615 N Michigan St, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
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CMIO Technology Update With Tips and Tricks For Cerner, Halo, Dragon, Duo, etc.
Presented By: Scott Eshowsky, MD – Chief Medical Information Officer, Beacon Health System
Learning objectives:

Gain deeper understanding of Halo functionality
Learn key concepts of workflow mPage chart review capabilities
Learn general PowerChart tips and tricks

Dr. Eshowsky received his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency in Family Medicine at Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, where he served as Chief Resident. He is board-certified in Family Medicine.
Dr. Eshowsky also serves as the Chief Medical Information Officer for Beacon Health System, and is also a member of Beacon Medical Group’s Physician Governance Council. He is passionate about achieving clinical excellence by enhancing and standardizing the use of technology for all of Beacon’s caregivers.

Beacon Health System’s Community Health Needs Assessment
2024-04-03 | On Demand
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Beacon Health System’s Community Health Needs Assessment
Presented By: Kimberly Green Reeves – Exec Dir, Community Impact, Beacon Health System
Cassy White – Lead Project Specialist, Beacon Health System
Kimberly received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Holy Cross College, Notre Dame and a Master of Public Affairs degree from Indiana University of South Bend. As the Executive Director of Community Impact, Kimberly provides oversight for health outreach in the region. She is responsible for ensuring there are effective and sustainable models and processes in place to improve the health of our communities through measurable and effective behavior changes that will ultimately impact the quality of life of community members. When not working Kimberly enjoys volunteering in the community and spending time with family.
Cassy White serves as the Manager of Community Health Outcomes for Beacon Community Impact. She oversees and supports the work of the Health Equity and Outcomes team to develop and implement the community needs assessment and build up the department’s data infrastructure. She also oversees the Fetal Infant Mortality Review (FIMR) Program. Cassy has over 5 years of experience in community, public and environmental health. In her past professional careers, she served as an epidemiologist focused on health equity, infectious disease surveillance and behavioral health surveillance.
Cassy holds a Bachelor’s of Science in International Health from Bethel University and a Master’s in Public Health from Indiana Wesleyan University. She is passionate about using data for action to advance health equity across the community to change the correlation between inequities and quality of life.

The Gratitude Advantage: A Panel Discussion on How Thankfulness Helps Us and Helps
2024-03-27 | Auditorium at Memorial Hospital, 615 N Michigan St, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
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The Gratitude Advantage: A Panel Discussion on How Thankfulness Helps Us and Helps
Presented By: Dr. Jason Marker, Dr. Dominic Vachon, Mary J., grateful patient, Mike M., grateful patient, and Jessica Benko
Learning Objectives:

Understand the science behind gratitude.
Learn how gratitude positively affects provider well-being and resilience.
Discover why hearing – and accepting – gratitude is important to your patients, their healing journeys, and a healthy workplace.
Explore practical ways to show gratitude.
Hear more about the gratitude referral process.

“Know Your Numbers” A Practical Discussion Of Probabilities And Odds Ratios To Impacting Diagnostic Considerations
2024-03-20 | On Demand
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“Know Your Numbers” A Practical Discussion Of Probabilities And Odds Ratios To Impacting Diagnostic
Presented By: Zach Walker, MD – Emergency Medicine, Elite Emergency Physicians, Inc.
Learning Objectives:

Review basics statistics in medicine
Explore some basic statistics of common medical tests
Enhance clinical decision making as a result of understanding properties of testing

Born in Columbus Ohio. BS from Ohio State University, Radiological Sciences and Therapy. Worked two years in interventional radiology prior to attending medical school at Ohio State University. Graduated Residency from MetroHealth & Cleveland Clinic in 2023 before moving to the area with my wife Natalie and our daughter Cecilia.

Microaggressions
2024-03-13 | On Demand
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Microaggressions
Presented by: Janel Charlton, MD, Marion Mahone, MD & Gregory Pouliot, PhD – Faculty, Memorial Family Medicine Residency Program
Learning Objectives:

Define microaggressions and their subtypes.
Explore the impact of microaggressions on the target audience.
Understand your role as an ally.
Practice specific disruption techniques to address/mitigate microaggressions.

Dr. Charlton joined the Family Medicine Residency Program in 2012 and took the position of Senior Associate Director in 2017. Drawing on her experiences as a former Chief Resident in the program, she understands the importance of strong communication between the faculty and residents. She prioritizes developing personal and professional relationships with each resident and aiding in their learning and development. Dr. Charlton and her husband, David, live in South Bend with their sons. The boys keep their family busy with sporting events and playing outside.

Dr. Mahone graduated from the Memorial Family Medicine Residency in 2013, then stayed an extra year to complete a Masters in Public Affairs through the Health Service Management curriculum. She then took a position as a residency hospitalist in 2014, and then became a full-fledged faculty hospitalist in July 2017. Within the residency, she is one of two faculty members who exclusively staff the inpatient medicine service. Her interests include hospital medicine, recreational sports, trivia, traveling, and learning musical instruments.

Dr. Pouliot joined the faculty in 2016 after completion of a two-year fellowship in clinical health psychology in Flint, Michigan. Within the residency, he oversees the behavioral medicine curriculum and teaches interpersonal communication skills as well as differential psychiatric diagnoses and their associated treatments. His primary clinical interests include inpatient consultation-liaison services, including capacity evaluations and psychodiagnostic assessments. Additionally, Dr. Pouliot’s psychotherapeutic areas of expertise include characterological issues as well as complex comorbid psychological dysfunction. He recently completed a postdoctoral masters degree in clinical psychopharmacology at Fairleigh Dickinson University.

CMIO Technology Update With Tips And Tricks For Cerner, Halo, Dragon, Duo, etc.
2024-03-06 | On Demand
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CMIO Technology Update With Tips And Tricks For Cerner, Halo, Dragon, Duo, etc.
Presented By: Scott Eshowsky, MD – Chief Medical Information Officer, Beacon Health System
Learning Objectives:

Gain deeper understanding of Halo functionality
Learn key concepts of workflow mPage chart review capabilities
Learn general PowerChart tips and tricks

Dr. Eshowsky received his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency in Family Medicine at Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, where he served as Chief Resident. He is board-certified in Family Medicine.
Dr. Eshowsky also serves as the Chief Medical Information Officer for Beacon Health System, and is also a member of Beacon Medical Group’s Physician Governance Council. He is passionate about achieving clinical excellence by enhancing and standardizing the use of technology for all of Beacon’s caregivers.

Surrogate Healthcare Decision Makers: An Ethical and Medicolegal Discussion
2024-02-28 | On Demand
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Surrogate Healthcare Decision Makers: An Ethical and Medicolegal Discussion
Presented By: Nick Kerr, DO – Palliative Care, Beacon Health System
Learning Objectives:

Explain the purpose and role of surrogate healthcare decision makers
Review the Indiana hierarchy for surrogate healthcare decision makers
Understand best practices for establishing and communicating with surrogate decision makers

Dr. Kerr received his medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa, and completed his family residency at Saint Joseph Health System in Mishawaka and his hospice and palliative medicine fellowship at the University of Louisville School of Medicine. He is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Kerr is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Dr. Kerr chose to specialize in palliative medicine to fulfill his passion to provide comprehensive supportive care and assistance to patients and patient’s families facing both life altering and terminal illnesses.

Food for Thought: Tools and Challenges in Critical Care Nutrition
2024-02-21 | On Demand
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Food for Thought: Tools and Challenges in Critical Care Nutrition.
Presented By: Colin Fath, MD
Learning Objectives:

Understand the potential benefits and risks in nutritional support for the critically ill patient
Recognize the multiple barriers between our patients and optimal nutrition in ICU
Identify the strategies and tools available to improve patient outcomes despite these hurdles

While Colin T. Fath, MD, started his college career as a chemical engineering major, he pivoted toward medicine as he saw many engineers moving into management roles as they progressed in their field. “In the hospital I have the opportunity to keep practicing science, work closely with people, and have more chances to be of service in my community,” he says.
The field of medicine was also a familiar one to him with both grandfathers, his father, and one of his sisters in this line of work. Dr. Fath chose to focus on acute care and typically treats surgical emergencies, such as a car accident or an inflamed appendix. “My role is to guide those who are at their very sickest back toward safety,” he says. “Between emergencies, I treat general surgical problems such as hernias, lumps and gallbladder disease.”
He studied at the University of Notre Dame where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering. He then graduated from Wayne State School of Medicine, Detroit, with his Medical Degree. His residency was completed at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, in general surgery and his fellowship in surgical critical care was at University of Kentucky, Lexington.
Dr. Fath sees his role as advisor, with the final decision always with the patients he was done his best to make well-informed. He educates patients on their condition, treatment options and what to expect in the various scenarios. “The right choice depends on each individual’s specific situation and values,” he says.
He believes that while people will eventually become ill, they will be better able to tackle a setback and other challenges in life if they have first taken care of their health.
