Synagogue Scholars and Authors Series
Past SessionsWednesday, April 29, 2020 • 5 Iyyar 5780 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday, February 26, 2020 • 1 Adar 5780 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday, January 8, 2020 • 11 Tevet 5780 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday, December 11, 2019 • 13 Kislev 5780 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday, November 13, 2019 • 15 Cheshvan 5780 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
The 2019- 2020 Synagogue Scholars & Authors Series featured another slate of excellent presenters on a range of interesting topics. All programs began at 7:30pm in Zimmerman Hall and refreshments were served.
2019 - 2020 sessions:
Wednesday, November 13 - Zach Bercu, M.D.
Assistant Professor, Division of Interventional Radiology and Image-Guided Medicine, Department of Radiology, Emory University School of Medicine
Medical Innovation in Start-Up Nation: Lessons for Any Professional Community Hungering for New Ideas
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Wednesday, December 11 - Michael Greenwald, M.D., WITH lISA bERNSTEIN, m.d.
Associate Professors, Emory University School of Medicine
The Doctor Visit Demystified: What your doctor wishes you knew to make the most of your medical visit
Research shows that most patients recall only 50% of what their doctor told them at a visit - AND that half of what we remember is inaccurate! Why is this so hard? It turns out doctors are trained to think about medical problems very differently than their patients. This workshop will examine some of those differences to help you get them most out of your next medical encounter. Dr Greenwald’s colleague, Lisa Bernstein, MD will share the billing at this evening’s very special program. Dr. Bernstein is an Associate Professor at the Emory University School of Medicine in the Dept. of Medicine and Geriatrics, and is a three-time winner of the Emory School of Medicine Dean’s Teaching Award.
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Wednesday, January 8 - Cindy Weinbaum, MD
Deputy Director, Immunization Services Division, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Measles Vaccine: Bad for the Jews?
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Wednesday, February 26 - Daniel S. Wechsler, MD, Ph.D.
Professor of Pediatrics & Director of Pediatric Oncology, Thomas R. Giddens Chair, Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center, Emory University School of Medicine
The ABCDs of Pediatric Cancer: Amazing Breakthroughs & Challenging Dilemmas
Upon hearing that a child has been diagnosed with cancer, most people assume the worst, that prognosis is dismal. In fact, the majority of pediatric cancers are associated with excellent outcomes, with more than 80% likelihood of cure. Dr. Dan Wechsler will review what is known about why cancers develop in kids, discuss recent treatment advances, and address ongoing challenges facing the pediatric cancer community.
Wednesday, March 11 - Jay Steinberg, M.D.
Jay Steinberg, M.D., Professor of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Emory University School of Medicine, delivered a special Synagogue Scholars & Authors Series presentation on about COVID-19 entitled COVID-19: What We Know and What We Don't Know.
VIEW THIS SESSION HERE. VIEW THE POWERPOINT HERE.
Wednesday, March 25 - Gloria Jacobson, Ph.D. & leah jacobmann
This session was not held and will be rescheduled due to COVID-19!
Professional Violinists and Suzuki Teachers
Everything you always wanted to know about the violin: its history, construction, performance techniques, and why it's so freakin' hard to play it!
Gloria Jacobson has been a Suzuki violin teacher in Atlanta since 1978. She has taught Music Appreciation classes at Torah Day School and Yeshiva Atlanta. She has been a member of the Agnes Scott Orchestra, of Da Salo Solisti, and of the Atlanta Community Symphony Orchestra since 2002. She was a board member of the organization for 15 years. She is a member of SAGA (Suzuki Association of Georgia) and was a member of its board for several years. Gloria holds a Bachelor and Master's degrees in Music Education as well as a Ph.D. in Music History and Literature from the University of Florida.
Leah Jacobmann holds a Bachelor in Violin Performance and a Bachelor of Arts in piano from UGA. In addition, she earned a Master's Degree in Violin Performance from GSU. She is a trained Suzuki teacher and has an active private studio. Leah is the conductor and founder of SODA (String Orchestra of Decatur and Atlanta), for students in grades 3-12. She performs with numerous regional orchestras such as the Atlanta Pops, and the Macon, Columbus and Valdosta Symphonies. She has performed with the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Sarah McLachlan and Josh Groban.
Wednesday, April 29 - Hallie Ludsin, J.D.
Senior Fellow, Center for International and Comparative Law, Emory School of Law
Must I be Complicit in Your Sin? A Human Rights Look at the Supreme Court's Hobby Lobby and Masterpiece Cakeshop Decisions
VIEW THIS SESSION HERE.
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