March 29, 2016 Issue 6
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When Danesh Mazloomdoost, MD, sees the challenges of his high-stress field of pain management medicine as insurmountable, he picks up a camera.
Peering through the lens of his camera gives Dr. Danesh, who minored in photography while at Case Western Reserve University, a more centered focus.
"When I've engaged in the arts, I feel like it makes me more acutely aware of the subtle beauty we see every day," he said. "Connecting with the aesthetics, with the abstract, it allows me to connect with the purpose, the mission of why we're here."
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Your participation will help generate awareness about the key challenges facing the physician community as well as help policymakers formulate effective policies that improve quality of care.
You'll also be entered to win one of five $500 Amazon gift cards and one $5,000 Amazon gift card.
Have about 10-12 minutes? Click here to take the survey.
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1 Weekend, 2 Days, 30 Hours
You're busy. We get that. In one weekend over the course of about two days and 30 hours of events, be inspired, earn CME, develop leadership skills, help set policy for the KMA for the coming year, meet with legislators and mingle with your colleagues -- all at KMA's 2016 Annual Meeting Sept. 9-11, 2016.
"Wellness in a Weekend" is the theme for this year's meeting, which will take place at a new venue -- the Marriott Louisville East.
Click here
to register and find out more.
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Participate in Brief Survey on Domestic Violence Mandatory Reporting Law
You are invited to take part in a research study related to the Kentucky law that mandates reportage of domestic violence (spouse abuse). The study involves a brief, online, anonymous survey that is being completed by licensed physicians. Its purpose is to gather information regarding their experiences with and views of the mandatory reporting law. The results of the study will be reported in the aggregate to those seeking ways to improve clinical practice and the protection of victims.
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Still Time to Register for
KPLI Leadership Symposiums
KMA members can improve their leadership skills at two symposiums next month -- one in Bowling Green on April 9 and one in London on April 16.
The Kentucky Physicians Leadership Initiative, in partnership with the Kentucky Foundation for Medical Care and KMA, is hosting these events, which will feature topics such as "Community Health Needs Assessment" and "The Impact of Diabetes on the Community."
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KMA Legislative Podcasts Keep You Up to Date on 2016 Session
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Advocacy efforts by KMA and its members led to success as the House last week passed Senate Bill 17, which would prohibit the state from requiring initial board certification or recertification in order of physicians to obtain or retain their medical license. The bill now heads to Gov. Matt Bevin for his signature.
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