OCMS Digital Newsletter - February 2023

The OCMS E-Newsletter is a quarterly publication highlighting major medical, public health, and community issues affecting physician and medical student leaders in Oakland County. Distribution is a unique benefit of membership.

Reference to any specific product, process, or service, or the use of any trade, firm, or corporation name is for the information and convenience of members and does not constitute medical advice, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by Oakland County Medical Society.

Upcoming Events

Oakland County Medical Society is joining with Wayne County Medical Society and offering a number of networking events this year. Future events we are working on for 2023 include: Winter - Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center, Spring - Craft Beer Event, Summer - Detroit Tigers Game, and Fall - Cider Mill with Hayrides; more details to follow.

Wednesday, February 8 at 6 pm House of Delegates Initial Meeting

Be an OCMS delegate to advocate for physicians and patients.

Monday, February 13 at 7:30 am Legislative Forum (Zoom)

Discuss your health care concerns personally with our legislators during this exclusive one-hour meeting.

Sunday, March 19 from 2 - 4 pm Family Fun Day

OCMS and WCMSSM are at Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center for a fun filled family art day.

For more information contact Romy Shubitowski at rshubitowski@ocms-mi.org

Implicit Bias Training

The MSMS Foundation worked with state-wide experts in diversity and equity on a brand-new two-part monthly series, titled, “Reducing Unconscious Bias - an Imperative (RUBI): Foundation and Impacts on Patient Care."  To meet the implicit bias requirement, physicians will need to complete Part 1 and Part 2 to receive 1.5 AMA PRA Category Credit(s)™. The next scheduled session is March 15 at 12 pm.

"Find it before you Feel it," Breast Cancer Screening Symposium is scheduled for Saturday,

February 18 from 10 am - 2 pm at MSU Management Education Center. Discover the most effective screening methods, meet renowned experts in the field, and connect with others who are passionate about breast health.

This is a unique opportunity for you to learn about the latest advances in early detection and prevention of breast cancer. Three CME credits available for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and physicians.

Register for free with Promocode: Breast Cancer 2023

Are you looking to become more involved in OCMS activities?

Are you interested in expanding your network of peers?

Participation in a committee is a great way to meet your peers and to show your support and interest in your area of practice. Listed are a few committees that have open positions.

Medical/Legal Committee

The Medical/Legal Committee is composed of both physicians and attorneys who deal with inter-professional relationships and matters of concern to both professional groups. The mission of the committee is to foster and advance the relationship between the legal and medical professions in Oakland County, to improve the public's and courts’ understanding of the laws that affect the practice of medicine, and to foster awareness of relevant news and legislation through open discussion and the presentment of speakers. The committee meets virtually the first Thursday of each month at 7:45 am. For more information, contact Romy Shubitowski at rshubitowski@ocms-mi.org.

Health Equity Committee

The Health Equity Commitee addresses health equity in Oakland County. The goal of the committee is to understand and address the barriers to health equity. For more information contact Romy Shubitowski at rshubitowski@ocms-mi.org.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR MEMBERSHIP AND SUPPORT of OCMS

The Oakland County Medical Society has been one of the leading physician medical associations for legislative action and community outreach since 1831. OCMS works together with the Michigan State Medical Society to optimize patient, physician, and community well-being through professional support; public health activism; and advocacy for excellence in patient care.