Enews
November 2021
The monthly electronic newsletter of the Hillsborough County Medical Association.
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Scroll down to view these topics:
- COVID-19 News
- Pertinent Information
- From the Board of Medicine
- Physician Wellness
- Personal News
- Welcome New Members
- Spotlight on Savings
- Classified Ads
- The Bulletin
- Upcoming Events
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HCMA Virtual Membership Event
Tuesday, November 9, 2021
6:30pm-7:3-pm
"Physician Wellness in the Era of COVID-19" presented by Rebekah Bernard, M.D., who is a family physician in Fort Myers and past president of the Collier County Medical Society. She is the author of three books and a national speaker on the topic of physician wellness and practice management. If you have not done so already - pre-registration is required. Click here to register. Sponsored by HCMA Benefit Provider, GCD Insurance Consultants. |
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2022 HCMA Membership Dues Renewals
The 2022 HCMA membership dues renewals were sent in early September by mail and email. HCMA dues can be paid by check, credit card, and online. You can also sign-up for automatic renewals by completing this form. If you have any questions concerning your HCMA membership, or to provide an updated email address, please contact Anni Blackwell, HCMA Membership Coordinator. |
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Would you like to see your practice grow?
HCMA receives approximately 10-15 phone calls daily from the public seeking physicians. Our referral system is based on a rotating basis, providing up to three physicians at a time in a preferred specialty and geographic location. We do not recommend one physician over another. The HCMA Referral Service is available to all members, for the nominal fee of $35 per year. Click here to sign up for our referral service, please fill out the information below and submit it. For any questions, please contact Anni Blackwell or by calling 813/253-0471. |
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Jobs for resident physicians wanted
USF and Brandon Regional Hospital third year residents, who may have not matched for fellowships, are looking for employment. Residents are permitted to moonlight starting in December and throughout the summer of each year. HCMA's resident representatives are compiling a list of HCMA members who would be interested in hiring a USF or Brandon Regional Hospital resident physician in their office. To submit your office location, specialty, and contact information, please email Dr. Alexandra Witt. |
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2022 Florida Legislative Session
Be pro-active. An excellent tool for identifying legislators in Florida is the Know Your Legislators guide. For $6.50 you can purchase a spiral bound guide of all legislators in our sate, including photos, committee assignments, terms, and more. Click here for more information and to order. |
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What you can do about the big payment cut threatening physicians!
Organized medicine is continuing its advocacy to prevent a 9.75% Medicare physician payment cut from taking effect on Jan. 1, 2022. Physician organizations nationwide have joined in supporting a bipartisan effort spearheaded by U.S. Reps. Ami Bera, MD (D-CA) and Larry Bucshon, MD (R-IN). With time quickly running out, we are asking all FMA members to use this link and send an editable form letter urging your congressional representatives to sign on as additional co-sponsors. Several members of Florida's congressional delegation have signed onto the letter; however, reminding them of the urgency of this issue will help us in the short time we have left to prevent these egregious cuts. Every additional constituent e-mail improves our chances of winning this important battle. SEND YOUR LETTER NOW
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Florida Parents’ Bill of Rights Impact on Healthcare Providers
It is well settled law that a minor cannot consent to health care services and treatment unless an exception applies. So what is the impact of the latest legislative changes in the form of the “Parents’ Bill of Rights”? This new law, Florida Statutes Chapter 1014, should not substantially change the way health care providers interact with minors. It may however provide a more unified approach to parents’ rights to both making health care decisions and obtain access to the medical records of their minor children. Click the link for a summary of the new Parents’ Bill of Rights law and the potential considerations and challenges for health care providers. Read the article. |
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45 million health workers call for action on climate change.
Letter from 300 groups part of WHO effort leading up to the COP26 climate meeting. Climate change is endangering the world's health and "healthcare professionals are not prepared to be silent witnesses," Howard Catton, CEO of the International Council of Nurses. Read more. |
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Tips to help you ID intimate partner violence via telehealth
Telehealth can make it hard to root out intimate partner violence. Learn how to overcome those hurdles with CME from JN Learning. Read more from the AMA.
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Leadership Viewpoints » Our words matter. It’s time to get them right.
Advancing Health Equity: A Guide to Language, Narratives, and Concepts Read the guide.
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FMA CEO resigns after 25 years
Tim Stapleton has resigned from his position as CEO of the FMA. “On behalf of our executive board and our more than 25,000 members I want to personally thank Tim Stapleton for his many years of service to the FMA and his tireless efforts in making it one of the most respected and admired organizations in our state and our nation.” Said Dr. Douglas Murphy, FMA President. A search to fill the position has begun.
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FROM THE BOARD OF MEDICINE
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Important Federal Updates Regarding Pediatric COVID-19 Vaccination
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Pfizer have released new resources to assist with planning for a pediatric COVID-19 vaccine.
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The Pediatric COVID-19 Vaccination Operational Planning Guide outlines key aspects of a COVID-19 vaccination program for children younger than 12 years old. This was designed to inform jurisdictional planning under the assumption of authorization from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and CDC recommendations of at least one COVID-19 vaccine product for children of this age.
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Pfizer has also created a one-page guide, noting the difference between the current adult/adolescent formulation and the future pediatric formulation.
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Additional guidance regarding COVID-19 vaccination for children 5-11 years old can be found on the CDC’s website.
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Renewal time will be here before you know it...
Don't get caught at the last minute trying to determine what needs to be done to renew.
Medical Doctors
Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine
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The HCMA is here to help!
The HCMA Foundation Physician Wellness Program provides a safe harbor for members to address life difficulties. Members can receive up to six completely confidential, counseling sessions within 12 months, at no charge. Learn more by clicking below:
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Equipping physicians to manage burnout
More than half of U.S. physicians experience burnout. The AMA is another resource to identifying solutions that increase joy in medicine. We encourage you to sign up for AMA’s Burnout Tip-of-the-Week which includes: Free, easy-to-use online resources, Quick tips on implementing practice improvement strategies, and Exclusive insights into how other physicians handle burnout. Sign-up by clicking here. |
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HCMA's Annual Legislative Luncheon was held October 26th. A total of thirty-three attendees included legislators and their staff members, representing eleven local, state, and federal legislative offices. Dr. Eva Crooke, HCMA President-Elect and Chair of the Government Affairs Committee, presided over the event. Click here to view the HCMA's 2022 Legislative Priorities, which were discussed at the luncheon.
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Cup. Boat parade. Repeat. |
HCMA member, Dr. Chuck Slonim, pictured on the right, took possession of The Cup for one night, to celebrate the Lightning's third championship. Dr. Slonim is a part of the Lightning medical team and as such, gets "time with the Cup." No one drank from it, but big fans, Dr. David and Elke Lubin, were invited to pose with Tampa's other trophy. |
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HCMA staff burned off some steam and let loose for some costume party antics. The staff's annual masquerade get-together was sidelined for a while due to COVID, but we safely enjoyed a fully-vaccinated event. Can you pick out the HCMA administrative staff members? |
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ACTIVE Members
Janu Bohra, DO
Addison Chan, DO
Xandus Chen DO
John Ellis, DO
Christiaan Myburgh, MD
Brooks Wright, MD
Emergency Medicine
Excelis Medical Associates
2502 W. Isabel St.
Tampa, 33607
813.874.5707
Stephanie Epting, DO
Jeffrey Kannen, DO
Kevin Kronin, MD
Neil Kumar, MD
Peter Lopez, MD
Brooks Osburn, MD
Spencer Smith, DO
Orthopaedic Surgery
Florida Orthopaedic Institute
13020 N. Telecom Parkway
Temple Terrace, 33637
813.978.9700
Katheryn Dean-Barton, MD
Elizabeth Hendrix, MD
Megan McDowell, MD
Ob./Gyn.
Women's Care Florida
2818 W. Virginia Ave
Tampa, 33607
813.872.8551
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Nicholas Heathscott, MD
Family Medicine
Millennium Physician Group
15416 N Florida Ave
Tampa, 33613
813.723.5450
Saihari Sadanandan, MD
Interventional Cardiology
Tampa Cardiovascular Intervention & Research
4620 N Habana Ave, Ste 203
Tampa, 33614
813.232.0339
Archana Swami, MD
Endocrinology
Prime Endocrinology of Tampa
4290 W. Linebaugh Ave., Ste. B
Tampa, 33624
813.433.0035
Rachel Whynott, MD
Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility
The Reproductive Medicine Group
5245 E. Fletcher Ave., Ste. 1
Tampa, 33617
813.914.7304
Jason Wilson, MD
Emergency Medicine
USF Emergency Medicine/TEAMHealth
1 Davis Blvd, Ste 504
Tampa, 33606
813.843.2110
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Have you reviewed your cyber policy lately?
How would your policy respond in the case of a cyber incident? The attached claims scenario includes how cyber liability insurance can be the solution for healthcare providers. Cyber insurance offers comprehensive data security and privacy insurance solutions that are tailored for the unique needs of the healthcare industry. For more information, contact Patricia Thompson, Senior Advisor with HCMA Benefit Provider, Shea Barclay Group. |
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HCMA partners with Trenam Law |
The HCMA is proud to announce a newly formed partnership with Trenam Law!
Members who require health law advice will be provided with complimentary phone consultations, for up to one hour with attorneys Erin Aebel or Jessica West. Trenam’s health care practice is multi-disciplinary, focusing on the many needs of physicians and medical practices including compliance and licensure advice, assistance in transactions such as employment and contractor agreements, business formations, practice sales and litigation. Trenam also helps physicians outside of its health care practice in areas such as tax, estate planning, real estate and trademarks. Please email Ms. Aebel or call 813.227.7455. Email Ms. West or call 813.227.7467. They look forward to providing their expertise and guidance to HCMA members. |
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The most current issue of HCMA's quarterly publication can be viewed online by clicking here. Previous issues are also available.
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HCMA Retired Members Lunch Bunch
Grab your lunch and join your retired colleagues for a virtual social with special lunch guest, Mark Katches, Editor & Vice President of the Tampa Bay Times. If you have not done so already, click here to register: 11/3/21 LUNCH BUNCH REGISTRATION, After registration, you will be sent an email with the log-in credentials. If you have any questions, contact Dr. David Lubin.
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HCMA Virtual Membership Event
"Physician Wellness in the Era of COVID-19" presented by Rebekah Bernard, M.D., who is a family physician in Fort Myers and past president of the Collier County Medical Society. She is the author of three books and a national speaker on the topic of physician wellness and practice management. If you have not done so already - pre-registration is required. Click here to register.
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Climate Change: Interprofessional Solutions for a Human Health Crisis. USF Health 4th Annual Interprofessional Education Day 2021. Presented by USF Health. Watch your email for details on registration. REGISTER HERE.
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HCMA Membership Event
HCMA's first in-person membership event since February 2020 will be held at the Westshore Grand. Social hour will begin at 6:30pm, dinner and program will begin at 7:30pm. Mark your calendar and watch your email for further details and registration information.
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MAR. 31
1:30PM
SHOTGUN START
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HCMA Foundation's Silver Charity Golf Classic
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The HCMA’s Benefit Provider Program provides value to physicians with members-only products, programs, and services that far exceed the cost of annual dues. Click the logos below to find more information about each of our valued partners.
If you have any questions, please contact Debbie Zorian, HCMA Executive Director, at 813.253.0471 or DZorian@hcma.net.
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