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BWH iHub Pilot Shark TankCalling all health-tech startups, health care hackers and dreamers: BWH announces the iHub Pilot Shark Tank Challenge, connecting health tech entrepreneurs and hackers with clinical partners at BWH. The event will be held April 28, 4-6 p.m., in Bornstein Amphitheater. Visit disruptingmedicine.org/sharktank for more information.
Sleep Course for PhysiciansOffered by BWH's Department of Neurology and Harvard Medical School, this course features a series of in-depth lectures on sleep physiology, sleep disorders and an overview of available treatment. May 9-11, at the DoubleTree Suites, 400 Soldiers Field Road, Boston. Visit BWHPikeNotes.org for more information, including how to register.
ClimbAmerica! at FenwayOn June 7, BWH ClimbCorps will host ClimbAmerica! at Fenway Park to help fight heart disease. ClimbCorps is seeking volunteers to help with setting up tables, hanging signage, directing foot traffic and other important tasks, for this first-ever stadium climb at Fenway. Volunteering at ClimbAmerica! is a great opportunity to give back and support the fight against heart disease. Volunteers will experience Fenway Park like never before and receive a free event T-shirt. Visit climbcorps.org to register, or email cjohnson26@partners.org for more information.
Neurology, Psychiatry of WomenOffered by the BWH's Division of Women's Neurology and Division of Women's Mental Health, "Neurology and Psychiatry of Women: What Every Practitioner Needs to Know" will raise awareness about issues specific to women with neurological and psychiatric diseases. The course will examine gender differences in these disorders during all stages of women's lives. The course will be held May 15-16, at the W Boston Hotel, 100 Stuart St. For more information, call 617-384-8600, or email hms-cme@hms.harvard.edu. View the flyer.
Spotlight on LeavesThere may come a time during your career at BWH when you need time away from work. A new "Spotlight on Leaves" series from the Benefits Office explains how to navigate the leave of absence process. The first article focuses on how and when to notify your employer about an upcoming leave. To read the article, visit BWHPikeNotes.org.