Cross Pillar
2019 Cross Pillar Initiatives
Grand Rounds
Led by Jose Franco, MD
The Kern Institute Cross Pillar diligently works throughout the year to research and recruit world leaders in medical education to present Kern Grand Rounds at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
Kern Connection Cafe Presentations
Led by Jose Franco, MD
The Kern Institute Cross Pillar hosts informal gatherings at MCW every other month throughout the academic year to spark conversation on topics related to the Triple Aim of Medical Education: Character, Competence, and Caring.
Kern Journal Club Meetings
Led by Jose Franco, MD
The Kern Institute Cross Pillar hosts journal club meetings at MCW every other month throughout the academic year to discuss a journal article and explore educational innovations related to the Triple Aim of Medical Education: Character, Competence, and Caring.
Well-Being Summit
Led by Jose Franco, MD and Chris Davis, MD
The Kern Institute Cross Pillar is leading the effort to convene a Well-Being Summit in 2019, bringing together thought leadership from throughout the MCW Health System to share best practices and move forward in promoting well-being as a collaborative effort.
Student Ambassadors
We are fortunate to partner with several MCW medical school students who serve as liaisons between the Kern Institute and the student body, as well as advising us on student needs and interests.
- Arianna Bradley | arbradley@mcw.edu
- Olivia Davies | odavies@mcw.edu
- Austin Dopp | adopp@mcw.edu
- Megan Glait | mglait@mcw.edu
- Katherine Lumetta | klumetta@mcw.edu
- Megan Maurina | mmaurina@mcw.edu
- Michael Sobin | msobin@mcw.edu
Members
Jose Franco, MD
Director, Cross Pillar, Kern Institute
Christopher S. Davis, MD, MPH
Member, Faculty and Cross Pillars, Kern Institute
Elizabeth Ellinas, MD
Member, Faculty and Cross Pillars, Kern Institute
Fabrice Jotterand, PhD
Member, Cross Pillar, Kern Institute
Kristina Kaljo, PhD
Member, Faculty and Cross Pillars, Kern Institute
Ryan Spellecy, PhD
Member, Cross Pillar, Kern Institute
