Michigan State Medical Society

The Michigan Clinicians for Climate Action's 1st Annual Conference is Coming Up on November 2nd! ?? Health professionals & advocates of all types are invited to come learn from community leaders & organizers about environmental determinants impacting Detroiters’ health and how health professionals can be effective advocates for a healthy climate. What to expect: ??Environmental Justice Bus Tour ??Climate and Health Panel Discussion ??Advocacy Workshop ??Breakfast and Lunch Scan the QR code or visit https://loom.ly/f5lWONg to register and for more information!

It’s Cyber Awareness Week! Are You Sure You Have Adequate Coverage? ??? When cyber-attacks, such as data breaches and hacks, occur, they can result in devastating damage, such as business disruptions, lost revenue, and litigation. It is important to remember that every organization is at risk for cybercrime. Cyber liability insurance has become an essential component to protect your physician practice. Be prepared when it's your turn to be targeted. To learn more about cyber liability insurance, contact Andrea Rush at 517-336-7569 or [email protected].

Open Enrollment for Individual Health Begins November 1st ?? Individual health plan open enrollment begins November 1st and runs through December 15th, 2024. Let the experts at MSMS Physicians Insurance Agency (PIA) help. Our agents can assist in choosing the right plan with the right benefits at the right price for you. PIA can also assist with billing, services and coverage needs at no additional cost. For more information, please contact Dee Wheelock at [email protected] or 517-336-7591.

MSMS Promotes the "Your Care is at Our Core" Campaign! ???? Join us in pushing back against the bureaucratic red tape of healthcare and advocating for what matters most – time for physicians to connect with their patients. #YourCareIsAtOurCore Learn more: ?? https://loom.ly/Zd2_buk

Let PIA Shop Your Individual Health Plan?? Individual health plan open enrollment begins November 1 and runs through December 15, 2024. Let the experts at MSMS Physicians Insurance Agency (PIA) help. Our agents can assist in choosing the right plan with the right benefits at the right price for you. Compare quotes from: ? Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan ? Blue Care Network ? Health Alliance Plan ? Physician Health Plan ? Priority Health For more information, please contact Dee Wheelock at [email protected] or 517-336-7591.

Today We Observe Child Health Day! ?? MSMS Board Member, Dr. Brittany Tayler, kindly sat down with us for an interview to speak on her experiences as a pediatrician as well as the importance of her specialty and of the intentionality of spending quality time with her patients to better care for them. Watch it here! ?? https://loom.ly/b7EpYUk Our observance of this day is part of MSMS's advocacy for The American Medical Association's (AMA) "Your Care is At Our Core" campaign. This campaign sets out to push back against the bureaucratic red tape of healthcare and to advocate for what matters most – time for physicians to connect with their patients. More exciting news on this campaign will be coming soon - keep an eye out! #YourCareisAtOurCore #ChildHealthDay For more information: ?? https://loom.ly/Zd2_buk

This Thursday, MSMS Board Member and MDPAC Chair, Leah Davis, MD, organized a campaign event for State Representative John Roth in Traverse City! ??

State of MSMS is Next Wednesday, October 9, 2024, from 7:00 – 8:00 pm EST - Be Sure to Register! ?? Tom M. George, MD, MSMS Chief Executive?Officer, will deliver a State of MSMS Address to the Membership on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at 7:00 pm EST, via Zoom. Doctor George will give a brief overview of legislative matters and other issues.? He will be joined by Matthew D. Miner, Chief Executive Officer, Capitol Strategies Group, who will provide an election update. This presentation is free, but registration is required. Please click here to register and receive the Zoom link. The address will also be recorded for viewing at a later date. https://loom.ly/CE7m6QI

“Loneliness is comparable to smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day.” - Dr. Elizabeth Swenor Michigan State Medical Society Updates on Wellness Conference

The MSMS invites you to attend The Doctors Company’s virtual Surviving Litigation Seminar, a complimentary workshop that provides constructive ways to deal with the stress of malpractice litigation. Acquire expert advice for becoming a strong, active participant in your own defense—now or in the future. This online seminar is approved for 2.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits?.* ??When: Tuesday, October 29, 2024 6:00 pm–8:00 pm (Eastern) ??Presenters: – Paul Nagle, ARM, CPHRM, Vice President, Patient Safety, The Doctors Company – Meghan Curavo, Esq, Claims Manager, The Doctors Company – Shelley C. Spiecker, PhD Persuasion Strategies – D. Jennifer Andreou Esq. Plunkett Cooney ??More Information: Angie Summers (800) 421-2368, extension 5115 [email protected] ??What Seminar Attendees Are Saying: “I would recommend this course to all our physicians.”—Medical Group Administrator “Enjoyed the presentation. Like hearing from the attorneys on the front lines.” —Physician Attendee Register Today! ?? https://loom.ly/104HfnI