NYCU April 2nd, 2024 April 2, 2024 Artificial Intelligence, CAHAN Alerts, Champions for Health, CMA, CMA Benefits, Infectious Disease, Leadership, Medicare, Physician Workforce, Public Health, Regulations, SDCMS 0 TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 2024 PHYSICIANS: Congratulations to Adama Dyoniziak, Executive Director of Champions for Health, for being named one of California’s 2024 ‘TB Elimination Heroes.’ Adama received this honor from the California TB Controllers Association (CTBA). Champions recently held a highly successful San Diego in–person TB Prevention Education and Community Engagement Summit that brought together providers and representatives from community–based organizations to learn more about TB prevention, share practices for engagement of communities at risk, and develop a community action plan. In addition, Champions for Health has successfully partnered with the County of San Diego to pair the County’s TB risk assessment activities with Champions’ flu shot program. When the TB Elimination Alliance (TEA) started up their mini–grant program, Champions for Health volunteered to lead the creation of the CARE TB program, partnering with the County of San Diego TB Program, CDPH TB Free California, and the Asian Pacific Health Foundation. As a result of three successful TEA mini–grant awards from 2020 to 2023, CARE TB has been able to complete more than 130 needs assessments, six focus groups, and three collaborative health fairs, partnering with Asian American and Pacific Islander organizations, local universities, as well as other health care agencies serving the diverse populations of San Diego County. NEW! SAN DIEGO RETIRED PHYSICIANS’ (SDRP) INDIAN DINNER AT PUNJABI TANDOOR IN SORRENTO VALLEY ON MAY 14TH San Diego Retired Physicians (SDRP) cordially invites retired physicians and their spouse/partner to enjoy great Indian food at Punjabi Tandoor, 5424 Morehouse Dr. (off Mira Mesa Blvd. and Scranton Rd.) on Tuesday, May 14th, at 5:30pm. Each individual can order and pay separately while choosing from a variety of delicious meal selections. RSVP to mitsuo.tomita@gmail.com or drkblim@gmail.com by Thursday, May 9th, if you plan to attend. Space may be limited. ‘ARE YOU READY FOR THE NEW 2024 LAWS?’ FREE WEBINAR ON APRIL 24TH SPONSORED BY SDCMS & THE DOCTORS COMPANY. CME CREDIT AVAILABLE. Have you been briefed on all of the new California laws effective 1/1/2024 which impact medical practices? Failure to follow California laws for physicians, dentists and advanced practice providers (APPs) may constitute violation of the California Business and Professions Code which governs physician practices, as well as the governing boards for APPs and dentists. Violations may result in sanctions or an adverse action on a health care provider licensed by these governing boards. Be aware and prepared! San Diego County Medical Society (SDCMS) in partnership with The Doctors Company (TDC) invite you to attend an important and timely webinar ‘Are You Ready for the New 2024 Laws?’ to help address these concerns. Join us for this FREE event on Wednesday, April 24th from 6–7pm. All are welcome, both members and non–members alike. Attendees will also earn 1 AMA PRA Category 1 CME Credit upon conclusion of the program. You can REGISTER HERE. ARE YOU ATTENDING? ‘UNITED IN WELLNESS’ GALA FOR SDCMS AND CHAMPIONS FOR HEALTH SET FOR JUNE 1ST AT THE PRADO IN BALBOA PARK The Annual Gala for SDCMS and Champions for Health has been set for June 1st, from 5pm to 9pm, at The Prado at Balboa Park. Join us for an unforgettable evening with new and old friends, amazing food and captivating entertainment as we install SDCMS’ 154th President, honor Volunteer Champions and raise money for uninsured patients in San Diego. This event will raise money for Project Access San Diego (PASD). Since 2008, PASD has facilitated over $27 million in pro bono specialty care, procedures, and surgeries in collaboration with a network of physicians, hospitals, and clinics across San Diego County. These life–saving services have been provided to more than 9,600 patients who have been able to regain their health, return to work, care for their families, and remain productive members of their community. Valet parking will be available and the event will bring together over 300 guests to be a part of an important evening. You can purchase tickets HERE. We look forward to seeing you there! APRIL 26TH FAST APPROACHING FOR DEEP DIVE INTO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AT 1ST ANNUAL AI HEALTHCARE CONFERENCE San Diego County Medical Society is co–sponsoring the First Annual AI Healthcare Conference from 8:30am to 3:30pm on Friday, April 26th in Rancho Cucamonga at The Atrium at IEHP at 10801 Sixth Street. This conference is described as an experiential deep dive into the latest technological transformation for physicians, healthcare executives, innovators and health plans. Spend an extraordinary day learning about and playing with the latest Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies. These are the innovations that are rapidly transforming today’s healthcare delivery system and changing the face of medical practices and care delivery nationwide. Registration is $149 per person and $50 for Residents/Students. CLICK HERE to register online, or contact Riverside County Medical Association at (800) 472–6204 or email DBonanno@RCMADocs.org with questions or for further assistance about this event. REMINDER: 6TH EDITION HEALTHCARE BURNOUT SYMPOSIUM ON MAY 2ND–4TH IN SAN DIEGO Join healthcare leaders from around the country as they share the latest research and strategies on the burnout crisis affecting our nurses, physicians, and healthcare administrators. Understand the far–reaching consequences of burnout Discover strategies for burnout prevention and mitigation Realize technology’s impact on clinician well–being Reduce secondary trauma and suicide risk among clinical staff Create an organizational culture of wellness from the top down You can find more information and register for this symposium HERE. As always, let me know if you have any questions! Paul Hegyi, CEO WHAT TO KNOW … CAHAN ALERT Health Advisory: Second Measles Case in San Diego County for 2024 CLICK HERE CAHAN ALERT Health Advisory: Extension of Bicillin L–A Shortage CLICK HERE CAHAN ALERT Health Advisory: Candida auris in San Diego County CLICK HERE Second Case of Measles Confirmed in County; Others May Have Been Exposed in Encinitas, Carlsbad CLICK HERE Hospitals Must Get Written Patient Consent for Pelvic Exams, HHS Says CLICK HERE California is Expanding Insurance Access for Teenagers Seeking Therapy on Their Own CLICK HERE ACA Health Insurance Plans are Being Switched Without Enrollees’ OK CLICK HERE Of $236 Billion in ‘Improper Payments,’ $100 Billion was from Medicare, Medicaid CLICK HERE Hospitals Cash in on a Private Equity–Backed Trend: Concierge Physician Care CLICK HERE Attacks on Emergency Room Workers Prompt Debate Over Tougher Penalties in California CLICK HERE WHAT TO DO … APR 16, 2024: 12-1pm, FREE Webinar for Members and Non–Members, sponsored by CMA,‘Virtual Grand Rounds: Black Health in California — Moving Toward’s Equity’. Average Californians live to age 81, but average Black Californians only live to age 75. How can we dismantle the persistent health equities among Black Californians? Rhonda Smith, MBA, Executive Director at the California Black Health Network, will discuss groundbreaking work in engaging communities to be part of developing a statewide strategic approach to improving Black health. This work elucidates root causes of the disparities and dispels commonly held misconceptions about Black health beliefs and behaviors. CA State Epidemiologist Erica Pan, MD, MPH, will also review the current status of COVID–19, influenza and other winter respiratory viruses CLICK HERE APR 24, 2024: 6–7pm, FREE Webinar for Members and Non–Members, sponsored by SDCMS and The Doctors Company (TDC), ‘Are You Ready for the New 2024 Laws?’. Have you been briefed on all of the new California laws effective 1/1/2024 which impact medical practices? Failure to follow California laws for physicians, dentists and advanced practice providers (APPs) may constitute violation of the California Business and Professions Code which governs physician practices, as well as the governing boards for APPs and dentists. Violations may result in sanctions or an adverse action on a health care provider licensed by these governing boards. Be aware and prepared! 1 CME Credit available CLICK HERE APR 26, 2024: 8:30am–3:30pm, co–hosted by SDCMS, ‘First Annual Healthcare AI Conference’. Learn about and play with the very latest Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, innovations rapidly transforming Today’s healthcare delivery system and changing the face of medical practices nationwide. AI drastically cuts documentation time and reduces provider burnout, while boosting quality performance, patient outcomes and population health care delivery efficiencies. The Keynote Speaker is Reid Conant, MD, Chief Medical Information Officer at Microsoft. $149 per person. CME available CLICK HERE APR 30, 2024: 12:15-1:15pm, FREE Webinar for Members and Non–Members, sponsored by CMA and Aledade,‘How ACOs Can Help Your Primary Care Organization Thrive’. With Value–based care rising in popularity across the nation, more primary care practices, clinics and community health centers are considering joining an accountable care organization (ACO). However, concerns about risk, practice readiness and limited resources are depriving practices and primary care organizations of the multitude of benefits that would come from joining physician–led ACOs. Share an overview of value–based care payment models, accountable care organizations (ACO), and how Aledade’s population health management service supports primary care physicians CLICK HERE MAY 7-8, 2024: Grand Hyatt at SFO in San Francisco, sponsored by CMA, ‘Second Annual Health IT Summit: Health IT in the Safety Net’. Early–Bird Registration is $100 for CMA Members, $250 for Attendees, deadline is February 16! As CA expands coverage to underserved populations, health IT can play a pivotal role in ensuring equitable access to care. This summit brings together thought leaders from across CA and the nation to explore how to make that vision a reality. CMA connects a diverse and engaged set of attendees that include physicians, medical groups and IPAs, health plans, health information organizations (HIOs) and others who will take the learnings from this conference to change how care is delivered in this state CLICK HERE WHAT TO READ, LISTEN & WATCH … CMA in the Courts READ HERE Podcast ‘What the Health?’ The Supreme Court and the Abortion Pill LISTEN HERE SDCMS Webinar: Managing the Noncompliant and Nonadherent Patient WATCH HERE SDCMS Webinar: Are You Aware and Prepared for New 2023 Laws? WATCH HERE SDCMS Webinar: Will Your Documentation Defend You? WATCH HERE SDCMS Webinar: Top Five Risks for Your Practice WATCH HERE SDCMS Webinar: Physician Financial Wellness (Part 1) WATCH HERE SDCMS Webinar: Physician Financial Wellness (Part 2) WATCH HERE SDCMS Webinar: Best Practice: Documenting Disruptive Patient Behavior WATCH HERE SDCMS Webinar: Understanding Malpractice Risks for NPs, PAs, and Supervising Physicians WATCH HERE SDCMS Webinar: COVID–19 for the Long Haul: Post COVID Recovery and Care WATCH HERE SDCMS Webinar: How to Avoid Being Reported to the Medical Board WATCH HERE SDCMS Webinar: Understanding the Risks: How to Dismiss a Patient from Your Practice WATCH HERE SDCMS Webinar: Physician Wellness WATCH HERE SDCMS Webinar: Biosimilars Overview & Policy Landscape WATCH HERE CMA Webinar: Telehealth Reimbursement and Privacy Laws: COVID–19 Emergency WATCH HERE CMA Webinar: What is Value–Based Care and What Does it Mean for My Practice? WATCH HERE Champions for Health & TDC’s Free On–Demand CME Webinar Series ‘Innovations and Smart Approaches in Safe Prescibing’ to Help Fulfill DEA Training Requirements (Modules 1–5) WATCH HERE Alzheimer’s Project Clinical Roundtable Free On–Demand CME Webinar Series on Dementia WATCH HERE Please Consider Supporting Our Advertisers … Thank You! This Email Was Sent to [[FIRSTNAME]] [[LASTNAME]] at [[EMAIL]] From the San Diego County Medical Society (SDCMS) Comments are closed.