DC Physicians, Stand Up and Support Vaccines Today!
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The power of physicians speaking with a unified voice was on display this week during the 2020 budget debate, and in the near future there will be another prime opportunity to shape the health debate in the District on the heated topic of
vaccines
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Welcome New Members!
The following physicians recently joined MSDC:
Vanita Rahman, MD
Jasmol Sardana, DO
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Flood of Tributes Honor Medical Pioneer Lasalle Leffall Jr., MD
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MSDC joins the medical community in mourning the loss of medical pioneer and
MSDC member LaSalle Leffall Jr., MD. The passing of the first black leader of the American Cancer Society and the American College of Surgeons (to name a few) was widely covered this weekend (
MSN
) (
Washington Post
) (
Howard University
), but also spurred a flood of personal stories of Dr. Leffall’s legacy. We would like to share a poignant tribute paid by MSDC board member and Howard University alumnus Marc Rankin, MD, about how Dr. Leffall was not just a mentor, scholar, and role model, but an actual hero...
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Shape Health Policy in the District - and Get an MSDC Shout-O
ut
DC Health has just launched its
2019 Community Health Needs Assessment
. For the next 30 days, DC Health and its partners (including MSDC) will be encouraging residents of the District to go online, complete the survey, and help shape how the District thinks about the major health issues in our city. This is a major initiative for the health community, and it is important that your patients and you (if you are a District resident) participate.
Read more
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AMA Criticizes DOJ's Motion to Alter Terms of CVS-Aetna Merger Hearing
The American Medical Association has
fought health insurance consolidation for years
. Recently, it was blind-sided by a recent move by the Department of Justice that would impact a court case addressing the scope of the proposed merger. As reported in
Healthcare Finance News
, “After the close of business on the Friday before a holiday weekend, without any warning to the American Medical Association, the DOJ moved to completely change the nature of a hearing that is just four business days away." The AMA will nonetheless continue to advocate for a competitive market for patients and providers.
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Editor
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202-355-9414 (direct)
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2018-2019 Board of Directors
Susanne Bathgate, MD
Chair of the Board, At-large
Raymond Tu, MD, MS
President, AMA Alternate Delegate
J. Desiree Pineda, MD
President-elect, AMA Alternate Delegate
Barry L. Lewis, MD, MBA
Immediate Past President
Joseph E. Gutierrez, MD
Treasurer, AMA Delegation Chair
Peter E. Lavine, MD
AMA Delegate
Julian Craig, MD
At-large
Laurie Duncan, MBBS, MS
At-large
E.W. Emanuel, MD
At-large
Alice Fuisz, MD
At-large, Secretary
Kirstiaan Nevin, MD
At-large
Daniel Perlin, MD
At-large
Marc Rankin, MD
At-large
Carla C. Sandy, MD
At-large
Robert Hay Jr., CAE
Executive Vice President
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Dinner With Doctors and Youth Outreach
June 6, 2019
The MSDC Bright Young Doctors group is coordinating a dinner event to meet and encourage DC STEM students on Thursday, June 6, 2019, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. The event will take place at the
Office of the State Superintendent of Education, 1050 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20002.
"
Dinner with Doctors
" night will be a one-time event at which doctors meet and eat with healthcare-oriented students from
Coolidge High School
to discuss the profession of medicine. You may also assist in student recognition events. There is no cost to attend. Please contact
Pia Duryea
for details or to sign up.
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MSDC Board Meeting
MSDC will hold its next board meeting on June 24, 2019 at 6:30 PM at MSDC headquarters. Members in good standing may request an invitation from
Robert Hay Jr.
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MSDC Will Honor Inspirational Leaders at 2019 Annual Meeting
Daniel Marchalik, MD, MA
: Certificate of Meritorious Service
Collette M. Magnant, MD, FACS
: Dr. Charles H. Epps, III Community Service Award
Roselyn E. Epps, MD
: Distinguished Service Award
Jose Parungao, MD, and United Medical Center Food and Nutrition Services
: John Benjamin Nichols Award
The awards will be presented at MSDC's 2019 Annual Meeting on Friday, October 25, 2019, from 6:00 to 9:30 PM. The meeting will take place at the AAMC Learning Center, located at 655 K Street NW. The event will also feature ample time to catch up with physician colleagues from across metropolitan Washington DC. Registration will open over the Summer.
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MSDC member
Dr. Shlomit Halachmi
of DC Derm Docs was recently featured on
NBC
providing tips about sun safety. She noted that it is important to go beyond the SPF number and review the ingredients in sunscreen, citing research that zinc and titanium are better for the skin and the environment.
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Thank You To Our Corporate Supporters
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Today is World No Tobacco Day: Choose Health, Not Tobacco
This year's WNTD focus is on tobacco and lung health to increase awareness about the negative impact that tobacco has on people’s lung health and the vital role lungs play for the health and well-being of all people.
The campaign also serves as a call to action, advocating for effective policies to reduce tobacco consumption and engaging stakeholders across multiple sectors in the fight for tobacco control.
QuitClips Resources for Doctors
Pfizer is offering a resource to help healthcare professionals help patients quit smoking. Created for and by medical professionals, QuitClips addresses topics such as misconceptions of quitting, the neurobiology of the addiction, recommendations for talking to patients, and more. Visit the site at:
https://www.quitclips.com
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Influenza Season Winds Down, But Not Done Yet, CDC Says
The current influenza season is in its final stages. However,
it is not over just yet, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC's) final
FluView
.
Read more on
Medscape
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Paradox: New Diabetes Cases Fall as Obesity Rises
The findings of a recent study found that the number of new adult diabetes diagnoses fell to about 1.3 million in 2017, down from 1.7 million in 2009. This decrease comes even as obesity rates are increasing and, according to researcher Stephen Benoit of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, "we don't know for sure what’s driving these trends." The findings were published online in
BMJ Open Diabetes Research & Care
and reported by the
AP
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End the Epidemic: Opioid-related Resources & News
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Physician burnout costs approximately $4.6 billion each year, study indicates
TIME
reports that U.S. physicians “experience symptoms of burnout at almost twice the rate of other workers, often citing as contributors the long hours, a fear of being sued, and having to deal with growing bureaucracy, like filling out clunky and time-consuming electronic medical records.” Now, TIME writes, “the economic impacts of burnout are also significant, costing the U.S. some $4.6 billion every year, according to a new
study
published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine.”
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June 6-8, 2019
Grand Hyatt Washington (1001 H Street NW, Washington, DC)
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital is pleased to announce Abdominal Wall Reconstruction (AWR) Conference taking place on June 6 to 8, 2019. This comprehensive conference will offer evidence-based discussion on all aspects of AWR through lectures and case presentations to address the growing rate of hernia repairs and updates in technology and procedures. We will also cover the high overall complication rate as well as the association of ventral hernia repair as the cause of the second highest postoperative readmission rate. The agenda is constructed to provide an in-depth understanding of the complexity of AWR.
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2019 Annual Meeting of the AMA House of Delegates
June 8-12, 2019
Hyatt Regency Chicago
The 2019 Annual Meeting of the AMA House of Delegates is approaching! Join your peers at the Hyatt Regency Chicago from June 8-12, where the AMA’s policymaking body will address health care issues and elect officers.
Learn more and register now.
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June 13-14, 2019
Georgetown University Medical Center (3900 Reservoir Road, Washington DC)
Is rapid tapering of opioids compassionate care? Are opioids still overmarketed? How does race affect perceptions of the opioid epidemic? How are pregnant women and babies affected by current practices regarding opioids? Georgetown University Medical Center's PharmedOut project announces " Opioids: Conflicts and Controversies”, a unique, international, interdisciplinary CME conference that draws rave reviews. Topics include "The Use of Clinical Practice Guidelines to Sell Opioids"."The Racialization of the Opioid Epidemic, "Use and Misuse of Drug Testing, " and may more. Speakers include Carl Elliott MD PhD, Andrew Kolodny MD, Anna Lembke MD, Chris Spevak MD JD MPH, Lynn Paltrow JD, Jules Netherland PhD, Joel Lexchin MD, Ray Dionne DDS PhD, Elissa Ladd Phd RN FNP, Quinn Grundy PhD RN, and more.
Up to 14.25 CME credits provided.
More information available
here
or call 202-687-1191. Discounted registration for residents and students available
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ProAssurance Loss Prevention Seminars
July 25, 2019 (MD)
September 19, 2019 (DC)
Registration opens at 5:30 PM, Seminar runs 6:00 - 8:00 PM
DC: American College of Cardiology (2400 N Street, NW, Washington, DC)
MD: Bethesda Marriott (5151 Pooks Hill Road,
Bethesda, MD)
This year, ProAssurance, MSDC's 1817 Society Member and partner for medical professional liability insurance, will offer a sports-themed loss prevention seminars titled,
Out-of-Bounds: Previous Claims Under Further Review
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Participation in this seminar will better enable participants to:
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Explain the relationship between physician-patient boundaries and professional liability risks
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Identify a previous encounter where expectations were not met
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Recognize the need to apply an internal or external boundary in a patient scenario
Whether you are competing for a championship sports title or practicing medicine, there are consequences for crossing the line. In this course, physicians and other healthcare professionals will hear the professional liability considerations associated with personally and professionally stepping out of bounds. The information and examples will help you stay in the game. Register online at
proassurance.com/OutofBounds
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Medical Musical Group Concert
August 11, 2019
4:00 PM, with preconcert entertainment at 3:00 PM.
Schlesinger Concert Hall (4915 East Campus Drive, Alexandria, VA)
The Medical Musical Group consists of physician performers who will play a tribute to America’s veterans and military personnel and families. This year's benefit for veterans outreach on PTSD, Depression, Suicide, and Drug Abuse. Veterans, Military and their family, students are admitted free. Price for General Public is $20 through July 31. $30 thereafter. Box Tickets: $50.
Read more
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Medical Real Estate Listings
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Brought to you by MSDC Corporate Partner GZ Medical Realty. Contact
Pete Papantoniou
for your real estate needs.
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Office Sublet Available
600 square foot sublet available
on 19th Street NW between Farragut North and Dupont Circle Metro. Brand new build out with separate suite number, entrance, waiting area. One office and one exam room with large window. One smaller office without windows. Sublet space is connected to an established private internal medicine practice. Price negotiable
. Contact Dr. Alice Fuisz if interested.
alicefuiszacp@gmail.com
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University Medical Building
2141 K Street NW
Washington, DC 20037
University Medical Building is conveniently located in the heart of DC with easy access to Metro stations. Please contact
Peter Papantoniou
at 301-961-1941 or see the
online listing
for more information
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Part Time/Full Time Office Space Available
3 Washington Circle
Washington, DC 20037
Part time/full time office space available immediately at 3 Washington Circle. This includes a large consultation room, fully equipped examination room, lab drawing facility onsite, EKG machine, space for receptionist, space for medical records, shared use of copier, telephone system, wireless internet and waiting room. Ideal for general internist, medical subspecialist or surgeon. If interested, please call Mark Sklar, MD. 202-887-4769 or email
mmsklar@gmail.com
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Boutique Townhouse Medical Office for Rent Across From GWU Hospital/ Medical School
900 New Hampshire Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20037
Boutique townhouse medical office for rent across from G.W.U. Hospital & School of Medicine. Very close to Foggy Bottom Metro. Three rooms, one on entry level with powered table/chair & overhead surgical light. Consultation room, reception/waiting room, & possibility of 2 additional rooms. Two-car driveway. Call/text Sheldon K. Gottlieb, MD, 301-509-3319, or email
skgottliebmd@comcast.net
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Woodburn Medical Park
3229 Woodburn Road
Merrifield, VA 22003
Woodburn Medical Park is located within walking distance of INOVA hospital directly off Capital Beltway. Common area has recently been upgraded. Contact
Peter Papantoniou
at 301-961-1941 or see the
online listing
for more information
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Full Time/ Part Time Office Space Available
Well-designed and attractively decorated office of three general internists has additional consulting room/exam room suite available. Looking for another general internist to share space and overhead in fully staffed and equipped internal medicine office. Shared call coverage is possible. Contact Alan Stone, MD, 202-466-8118 or
aws.md@verizon.net
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Medical Resources and Announcements
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Get Paid to Help High Schoolers Stay Tobacco Free
The DC Tobacco Free Coalition is providing mini grants of up to $750 to support tobacco free youth activities and events in the District. Your event or activity should engage middle school to high school-age youth and provide awareness about the dangers of tobacco and the benefits of a tobacco-free lifestyle. Learn more and apply at
www.dctfc.org/apply
by June 14, 2019. Events must take place by September 15, 2019.
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Summer is a Key Time to Vaccinate!
Provided by MSDC Corporate Partner Atlantic Health Partners
Many toddlers through college age patients have their physician visits during the summer to prepare for the start of a new school year. MSDC Corporate Partner Atlantic Health Partners is a strong resource for our members by offering most favorable vaccine prices, purchasing support and program management assistance.
Key benefits include:
• Most favorable pricing for Sanofi, Merck, Pfizer (Trumenba®), Seqirus and Dynavax vaccines
• Excellent and timely customer service including reimbursement support and advocacy
• One stop shopping for most vaccines
• No cost to join
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Get Over $66,000 Towards Loan Repayment
DC’s Health Professional Loan Repayment Program
(HPLRP) provides loan repayment (up to $66,809.92) to eligible providers practicing in underserved areas of the District for at least two years. Eligible participants include licensed and certified physicians, dentists, dental hygienists, advanced practice nurses, registered nurses, clinical psychologists, clinical social workers, and licensed professional counselors practicing at HPLRP-certified Service Obligation Sites (SOS). A certified SOS must be either a nonprofit or a public entity that provides primary care, mental health and/or dental services to District residents regardless of their ability to pay and is located in a federally-designated Health Professional Shortage or Medically Underserved Area within the District that corresponds to the services the entity provides. Applicants must be already employed or have a signed employment contract with a certified SOS at the time of application.
Read more about the HPLRP
or get a list of approved site on DC Health's
website
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Contribute to New AMA-RAND Research on Integrating Behavioral Health
The RAND Corporation and American Medical Association are conducting research to better understand and describe how physician practices in a variety of specialties and practice arrangements (independent, IPA, health system, etc) that have integrated behavioral health care into the range of services they offer. If you’ve integrated behavioral health care in your practice, whether you’re in the early stages or have a well-established program, the AMA is asking for your participation in this research project. If you’re interested and available to participate, please contact Mark Friedberg, MD, MPP, RAND Senior Physician Policy Researcher, at
mfriedbe@rand.org
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Medical Society of the District of Columbia
1250 23rd Street NW, Ste 270
Washington, DC 20037
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