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Welcome to Headline News In the Spotlight – Russell Scheffer, MD Dr. Scheffer’s position involves a variety of tasks. As chair he takes care of the administrative responsibilities including the budget for the department. He also conducts research in child psychiatric treatment. He works with students, residents and midlevel providers from all areas of medicine as a teacher to further their knowledge of psychiatry and behavioral sciences. “There truly aren’t enough psychiatrists to go around,” said Dr. Scheffer. As a result he feels it is important for all medical providers to understand the psychiatry field to help them interact better with their patients. Dr. Scheffer sees many individual patients aside from his other duties at KU. He also feels it is important to speak with the community for psychology advocacy. His ultimate goal in his work is to improve public health for the citizens of Kansas. This includes improving the kinds of care and types of delivery. He is passionate about educating medical students and helping others succeed. He also enjoys watching faculty and staff grow and do well in their positions. “It is rewarding to be involved in something that helps others understand and grow in the medical field,” said Dr. Scheffer. Dr. Scheffer attended both the University of Nebraska and the United States Military Academy before earning his undergraduate degree in Human Biology from KU in 1987. He then received his medical degree at KU School of Medicine in Kansas City in 1991. In his spare time he enjoys scuba diving although Kansas is not the ideal place for this hobby. He has a 12-year-old son in school sports, which Dr. Scheffer says occupies a lot of his time. He enjoys traveling and has had the opportunity to be a guest speaker internationally at several workshops in the United Kingdom, Portugal and Greece. At present Dr. Scheffer holds memberships with several societies. These include: the American Medical Association, American Psychiatric Association, American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, International Early Psychosis Association, International Society for Bipolar Disorders, International Society for Affective Disorders, Kansas Medical Society, Medical Society of Sedgwick County, Kansas Psychiatric Society and American Academy of Chairs of Departments of Psychiatry. Dr. Scheffer says he loves what he does and lives by the famous words of Robert Frost who said, “My object in living is to unite my avocation and my vocation as my two eyes make one in sight.” Psychology Mid-levels at work
Great News!! For an employee enrolled in employee only coverage in the HMO for both health and dental coverage, earning $20,000/year, the following average savings will be (these are only examples, actual savings will vary based on enrollment and salary):
For an employee enrolled in Employee/children coverage HMO for both health and dental coverage, earning $20,000/year the following average savings will be:
As you can see, there can be significant additions to take home pay on an annual basis. Another feature of this benefit is that you do not have to do anything to enroll. We will automatically start this new process with the first payroll in July. We are very excited about offering this additional benefit to employee who participate in the health and/or dental insurance programs. Please contact Leigh Knubley, HR Manager, at (316)293-3549, or lknubley@kumc.edu. if you have any questions regarding this change, or have questions about the health and dental benefits (this in no way changes any benefit programs you may be currently enrolled in at this time). Step Above Awards Vacation Roll Over Reminder
We want you to enjoy your time away from work, so please try to schedule some time before the end of the year, especially if you are close to the caps, so as to not lose any accrued vacation time. If you have any questions contact Leigh Knubley, HR Manager, (316)293-3549, or lknubley@kumc.edu. Parking Permit Reminder After you have purchased your permit, you may either send or bring your original receipt to Debbi Loewen in MPA Administration; Ste. 3049. A check will be processed no later than two weeks after submittal, and generally sooner. Questions should be directed to Leigh Knubley, HR Manager, at (316)293-3549, or lknubley@kumc.edu. Employee Anniversaries 20th Anniversary 15th Anniversary 10th Anniversary 5th Anniversary Welcome!
Nicole Klaus, PhD is joining the KU Psychiatry Outpatient Clinic following a psychology fellowship at the University of Michigan Medical School.
Best Wishes Maureen Meyer, – KU Internal Medicine Clinic |
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Russell E. Scheffer, M.D. is the Chair of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Kansas School of Medicine – Wichita as well as a professor of psychiatry and pediatrics. He has worked in Georgia, Texas and Wisconsin before starting his position at KUSM-W in June 2007. 
Gina Heyen, LCMFT has been a licensed clinical marriage and family therapist since 1999 and is a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. Heyen is an adjunct instructor with the National American University teaching psychology, sociology, and human relations. She is also the author of Learning with Matthew: A Caregivers Guide to Problem Solving School Issues with Their Child (1/2007) and Creating a Therapeutic Classroom: A Teacher’s Guide to Meeting the Needs of All Students in the Classroom (7/2007). Heyen specializes in child development, adolescence, parenting and family relationships. Heyen is the new intake coordinator at the KU Psychiatry Outpatient Clinic where she is responsible for screening incoming calls from potential patients.
Kristin Jones, MSN ARNP, BC received her masters of science in nursing in June 2001 from Wichita State University. She is a board certified clinical specialist in both adult psychiatric and child and adolescent mental health nursing. Jones specializes in medication management for adults, adolescents, and children in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Jones is currently working with children and adolescents at both Comcare and Camelot of Kansas.
Kurt Leis, MSN, ARNP, BC received his masters in science from Wichita State University in nursing with specialization in the psychiatric/mental health field in 2003. Leis’ has experience in many aspects of nursing and treatment. Leis is currently involved in community service as a member of the board of directors for the Make A Wish Foundation of Kansas. He is also a member of the school advisory council for St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Elementary School in Wichita. Leis’ is focusing his time between Good Shepherd and Comcare. He is also seeing patients at the KU Psychiatry Outpatient Clinic.
Tammy Clark, is a Medical Assistant at the KU Internal Medicine Clinic.
Boutros El-Haddad, MD is joining the Department of Internal Medicine following his Internal medicine residency training at KUSM-W. He will be a Hospitalist.
Justin Moore, MD is returning to the KU Internal Medicine Clinic following an endocrinology fellowship at the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill.
Brenda Rongkawit, is joining the KU Psychiatry Outpatient Clinic as the Office Manager.
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