MAGNIFY | Strengthening Our NA Community
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Last week, Jan. 18–24, we celebrated National CRNA Week on our social media channels, joining the national recognition of the 75,000+ Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists and residents who play a vital role in anesthesia care. Across operating rooms, delivery suites, and trauma settings, CRNAs support patients through their most vulnerable moments with skill, compassion, and steady expertise.
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We also celebrated a meaningful milestone with the inaugural NA Scrub Cap Campaign. Thanks to the generosity of 53 alumni donors, the effort reached full funding within days, raising $2,925 to provide scrub caps for every student in the Nurse Anesthesia program. Supported by a proud network of nearly 740 nurse anesthetist alumni, including 58 DNAP graduates, this new tradition strengthens the connection between alumni and students and offers a visible reminder of the community standing behind them.
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FOCUS | Countdown to Alumni Weekend
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A look back to spark excitement for another unforgettable Alumni Weekend to come.
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Don’t miss your chance to be part of this year’s celebration. Explore last month’s issue for a full overview of the 2026 Alumni Weekend, and visit our updated webpage for complete event details. This April brings milestone celebrations across our SOMC community, including the 1981 charter class, the Genetic Counseling program's 40th anniversary, and MD reunions for classes ending in 1's and 6's.
Keep an eye out for class- and program-specific emails coming soon — they'll help everyone stay connected, energized, and informed as plans take shape. If you'd like to serve as a class or program ambassador, contact Holly Jefferson.
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AMPLIFY | Growing Our Team
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The Office of Advancement is growing, and we're excited to welcome two new team members who will help us better serve our alumni community. With Jessica already fully engaged in her role and Brady quickly acclimating to the team, we are well-positioned to expand connections, support meaningful engagement, and help align alumni passions with opportunities that advance the School of Medicine Columbia.
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Jessica Allison, Development Coordinator
Joined the team in June.
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Brady Bramlett, Sr. Director of Development
Joined the team in January.
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ILLUMINATE | Alumni Spotlight
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| Edward R. Jackson II, MD ('04) continues to serve as an Orthopedic Surgeon at Emory while stepping into a new calling as Senior Pastor of RAPHA Church in Sandy Springs, GA, a ministry he founded in January 2025. Rooted in his dedication to serving others, he and his congregation provide food, educational seminars, and enrichment activities for underserved families in the Sandy Springs area. Congrats, Dr. Jackson!
Nedra Clem Jackson, MD ('87) recently launched Brand New Me Tutoring Services, a program dedicated to strengthening math and science skills for students in grades 1-8. She has already helped young learners build confidence and academic momentum by offering this personalized support. Congrats, Dr. Jackson!
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Deadline to submit personal news is February 23.
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| BREAKTHROUGH | SOMC Latest Findings
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SOMC Celebrates 2026 Healthcare Continuing Education Professionals Day
Healthcare Continuing Education Professionals Day™, observed annually on the Friday of the third full week in January, recognizes the dedicated professionals who work behind the scenes to ensure clinicians remain current in medical knowledge, clinical practice, and team-based care, supporting high-quality, safe patient outcomes.
Why It Matters
The Office of Continuous Professional Development and Strategic Affairs (OCPDSA), which houses the University of South Carolina School of Medicine–Prisma Health Midlands Continuing Medical Education (USCSOM-PHM CME) organization, plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, accredited education. Through strategic planning, collaboration with leaders, faculty, and clinical partners, and adherence to accreditation standards, the team promotes lifelong learning, strengthens healthcare teams, and supports improved patient care across our communities. Click here to meet the SOMC team.
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DISCOVER | Engagement Opportunities
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