February 26, 2021 | CRT Update February 26, 2021 Dear RVU Family: This week is a time of reflection for all Americans.  We see our flag flying at half-mast in memory of the over 500,000 American lives lost in this pandemic.  Our condolences go out to those who have lost friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers.  Our hearts grieve for those who died alone, or in the presence of first responders and caregivers, without the touch of their loved ones.  We pray for the safety of those who continue caring for the sick among us, and for the quick distribution of vaccines. We recognize the extraordinary efforts made by everyone to close down our facilities and move teaching online.  We thank faculty, staff, administration, students, and all RVU associates for coming together, working as a team, with the common goal of protecting all while continuing our mission to provide an excellent education and training to all students, residents, and fellows. This year has been difficult for all, stressful beyond belief, but at the nearly one-year mark, we can be proud of our response and our work.  Thank you to all for your extra efforts on behalf of the COVID-19 Response Team. […]

February 19, 2021 | CRT Update February 19, 2021 Dear RVU Family, The number of new positive COVID-19 cases increased only 1.40% in Colorado and 0.51% in Utah, while positive cases in the US increased 1.81% over the previous week’s statistics.  Within the RVU Community, there were 2 new positive cases since last week (both were pre-clinical COM students – one at each location).  Here are the updates for this week: New CRT Leadership: Congratulations to Dr. Kinder and Kristine Jenkins for being appointed Co-Chairs of the CRT. They will take over the leadership responsibilities of the CRT from Dr. Park starting next week. Dr. Park has served as the Chair for nearly a year since the CRT’s first meeting on March 5, 2020.  Dr. Park will continue to serve as a member of the CRT and remain in his role as the Utah Campus Medical Officer for the time being. We thank Dr. Park for his leadership and continued service in ensuring the safety and well-being of the RVU Community.  We wish him the best as he begins transitioning into his new position as Founding Dean for the proposed Montana College of Osteopathic Medicine. CO Campus Study Spaces: The […]

February 12, 2021 | CRT Update February 12, 2021 Dear RVU Family: The number of hospitalizations and deaths from COVID-19 in Colorado and Utah continue to decline. New positive cases increased 2.17% in Colorado and 2.87% in Utah, while positive cases in the US increased 3.66% over the previous week’s statistics. These are much better numbers than past months. Within the RVU Community, there were no new cases in Colorado and 2 positive cases among students (1 pre-clinical and 1 clinical) in Utah since last week. Here are the updates for this week: CRT Town Hall Recording: The Mediasite link from last Friday’s Town Hall is provided here once again in case you missed it. We appreciate the positive feedback many of you provided. Vaccine Update: Colorado: Last week, both COM and PA students volunteered with Dr. Bentley to provide vaccines from our first shipment of vaccines. Unfortunately, we did not receive a second shipment yet. As of this morning, we are still awaiting the decision of the next shipment of vaccines to our Health Center. RVUCOM student leaders are working with the Colorado Medical Society to get their student members vaccinated. Be on the lookout for a separate non-CRT […]