All residents are required to complete a scholarly activity during their residency. Staff mentors are available to guide residents through this process. Additionally, a grand rounds presentation for pediatrics is required during the fourth year of training. Below is a list of recent abstracts, publications and ongoing research by the IM/Peds residents.

Abstracts/publications

Puher R, Girard S: “TB Meningitis in an Immunocompetent Male, Presenting as a Change in Mental Status.” Poster Presentation. Society of General Internal Medicine. April 2008.

Mehr J, Ellison N. “Chemotherapy Associated Peripheral Neuropathy”. Fast Facts and Concepts. #197.

Olex H. “Overview of Osteopathy: Principles and Practice.” Pediatric Grand Rounds Presentation. Geisinger Medical Center. February 2008.  

Del Castillo J: “Sleep Disorders in Pediatrics.” Pediatrics Grand Rounds Presentation, Geisinger Medical Center. Danville, PA.    

Novak, G. “Tako-tsubo Cardiomyopathy with Biventricular Failure: A Unique Presentation of Broken Heart”, Cardiology Clinics. In press.

Capp, K. “Training Needs for Rural Practitioners”. Ongoing research project, Geisinger Medical Center.