NYCU January 23, 2024 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24, 2024 PHYSICIANS: It is with sadness that I share Paul K. Raffer, MD has passed at the age of 76 after a courageous battle with cancer. Dr. Raffer was not only a distinguished former leader for San Diego County Medical Society but earned a reputation as a knowledgeable and compassionate physician. He had a solo private practice for decades in Chula Vista. He was also a talented musician and singer, which he enjoyed sharing at community events. Dr. Raffer was predeceased by his wife Donna. He is survived by ... January 30, 2024 Artificial Intelligence, Champions for Health, CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, Infectious Disease, Leadership, Member Social, new, Public Health, Regulations, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU September 12, 2023 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 PHYSICIANS: Some sad news. Greg Knoll, a giant of the San Diego community and a key leader in helping provide health care for impoverished San Diegans, has passed away. Greg spent 50 years as CEO of the Legal Aid Society of San Diego (LASSD). The organization was a small group of attorneys with a $700,000 budget when Knoll took over in 1974 and now has a staff of 212, including 80 attorneys, and a budget of $25 million. “Knoll revolutionized the delivery of public health care to low–income ... October 3, 2023 Champions for Health, CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, Mental Health, new, Physician Workforce, Public Health, Regulations, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU April 11, 2023 TUESDAY, APRIL 11, 2023 PHYSICIANS: There is exciting news on the state legislative and political front. SDCMS’ own Akilah Weber, MD, a Member of the California State Assembly, has just announced her candidacy for the San Diego state Senate seat being vacated by Sen. Toni Atkins due to term limits. Dr. Weber is a formidable contender and a rising star in both the Legislature and California politics. So far, no serious opposition has announced against her. Dr. Weber has distinguished herself as an advocate for patient and physician rights and her campaign ... April 13, 2023 Champions for Health, CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, new, Public Health, Regulations, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU January 3, 2023 TUESDAY, JANUARY 3, 2023 PHYSICIANS: On December 1, 2022, the SDCMS Nominating Committee convened and is recommending a proposed slate of SDCMS Board of Directors candidates for 2023–24. To be eligible for service on SDCMS’ Board of Directors, physicians must have been active members of SDCMS for at least two years as of the date of assumption of duties: June 2023. Additionally, for Geographic Directors, physicians must have their primary practice located within the geographic district. If you’d like to the see the list of the nominees and information for anyone ... January 9, 2023 CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Ebola, Infectious Disease, Medicare, new, Public Health, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU October 12, 2022 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2022 PHYSICIANS: Please join your colleagues at our next physician networking opportunity and mixer on Thursday November 3rd, from 5:30 to 8:00 PM at BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse in La Mesa. Come mingle, socialize, and network with your colleagues, and be sure to bring your spouse / significant other — complimentary pizza and drinks will be provided. There is no charge for current society members or their guests to attend this hosted event as included in SDCMS’ benefit offerings. Space is limited and RSVPs are required, so REGISTER NOW, ... October 24, 2022 Champions for Health, CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, Member Social, Monkeypox, new, Public Health, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU July 19, 2022 TUESDAY, JULY 19, 2022 PHYSICIANS: Monkeypox is emerging as a real concern among the medical community. To that end, the American Medical Association is working to inform and educate physicians about this disease: AMA published a news article on July 1, ‘What Doctors Wish Patients Knew About Monkeypox’ — it also features the new AMA News Wire audio article capabilities Monkeypox Topic Index Page created to serve as a resource center, and includes links to JAMA and CDC resources Also featured in the index page and published July 13, is ‘Monkeypox: Physician Frequently Asked ... August 1, 2022 CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, Member Social, new, Public Health, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »