May 12, 2022: l Press Ganey Survey l May 17 Telehealth Webinar l COVID-19 Update Webinar l Pediatric Update Webinars l Iodinated Contrast Shortage l Moments of Gratitude l Mental Health Awareness Month |
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A Message for the Tufts Medicine Integrated Network, including primary and specialty care physicians, practice administrators, Network leaders (Presidents, Administrators, and Medical Directors) and Network staff:
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May 16: Participate in 2022 Press Ganey Survey |
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On Monday, May 16, all physicians in the Network – whether employed or in private practice – will be asked to complete a brief online confidential survey to share their perspectives about the Tufts Medicine Integrated Network and their local work environments.
Your input is vitally important. Survey findings will be used to help the Network prioritize and focus on initiatives to better meet your professional and practice needs.
Please be on the lookout for an email to arrive from Press Ganey, the independent satisfaction-monitoring firm, that has been engaged to conduct the survey.
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Upcoming Events You Won't Want to Miss |
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Pediatric Program Update from Tufts Medical Center
You're invited to learn what is planned to advance the partnership between Tufts Medical Center and Boston Children's Hospital. Webinar participants will include:
Geoffrey G. Binney, Jr., MD, MPH
Pediatrician-in-Chief, Tufts Children's Hospital; Neonatologist; Chair of Department of Pediatrics and David and Leona F. Karp Professor in Pediatrics, Tufts University School of Medicine
Rachel Wasserstrom
Vice President at Tufts Children's Hospital, Psychiatry, OB/GYN and Ambulatory Specialties at Tufts Medical Center
Emily Young, President, Tufts Medicine Integrated Network
Please choose the session that best fits your schedule.
Thursday, May 19
7:30 a.m. – 8:15am
Thursday, May 26
7:30 a.m. – 8:15am
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Register Today: May 17 Telehealth Webinar
The Telehealth Webinar originally scheduled for Tuesday, May 3 will now be held on Tuesday, May 17 from 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. This webinar was postponed so our team can gather the latest information on the evolving regulatory changes in telemedicine. This webinar will also cover how to incorporate Telemedicine into Epic workflows.
Tuesday, May 17
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
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COVID-19 Update Webinar
Join Dr. Ben Kruskal, MD, Senior Medical Director for the latest information on COVID-19 including: Vaccine updates on boosters and pediatric use, appropriate use of antivirals, masking guidelines for patients and clinicians and more.
Wednesday, May 18
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
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Worldwide Temporary Shortage of Iodinated Contrast for CT Scans/Angiograms |
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COVID-19 related production and transportation issues have resulted in a world-wide critical shortage of iodinated IV contrast. These contrast agents are used for CT scans and angiograms. Tufts Medicine entities, including Lowell General Hospital and MelroseWakefield Hospital, are experiencing interruptions in deliveries and reduced available supplies. We have activated a system-wide Tufts Medicine Incident Command team, with representation from all entities; the team has already begun to take action. Click here to learn more.
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Dr. William Galvin Named to Board of Trustees |
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Dr. William Galvin has been named to the Tufts Medicine Integrated Network Board of Trustees. Dr. Galvin is an Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialist in North Chelmsford, MA. He received his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. He is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and specializes in high risk pregnancy.
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Tufts Medicine Unites in Gratitude |
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On Wednesday, May 11, Tufts Medicine Integrated Network staff members gathered at the Westin Waltham to connect with colleagues and show gratitude for each other's perseverance through the pandemic, persistence during the epic launch, and excitement around the new brand.
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This event follows a series of "Moments of Gratitude" events held at Tufts Medical Center, Melrose Wakefield Hospital and Lowell General Hospital over the past few weeks.
In it to win it! Enter the Gratitude Drawing
All members of the Tufts Medicine Integrated Network are invited to enter our “Moments of Gratitude” drawing by Tuesday, May 17 to win one of several prizes. Please enter here.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month |
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Mental Health for Health Care Providers - "Who's Taking Care of You?"
May is designated Mental Health Awareness month and statistics show that 1 out of 6 people struggle with mental health concerns, including health care providers.
It is important to remember that we cannot care for others if we are not taking care of ourselves. Join Tufts Medicine’s Interactive Panel discussion, hosted by MelroseWakefield Hospital’s Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Council, on May 24 at noon.
Tuesday, May 24
Noon – 1 p.m.
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Mindful Moments Mondays
Need a moment to get settled or quiet your mind and recharge for the rest of your day? If so, join us for Mindful Moments Mondays with primary care physician Eleanor Moresco, MD, as she leads guided meditation sessions.
The sessions are offered Mondays via zoom, beginning May 9 through May 23 from 12:20 – 12:40 p.m. This simple 20 minutes will support you and your wellness needs. Remember to download and share the flier with your colleagues.
Mondays, May 9 through May 23
12:20 p.m. – 12:40 p.m.
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The Tufts Medicine Integrated Network is a distinctively different population health enterprise and value-based care contracting entity. It comprises 2,300 primary care and specialist physicians and advanced practice clinicians, working as Tufts Medicine employees or in private practice, delivering care in community and hospital settings. The Network’s purpose is to build healthier communities and to create healthy, rewarding experiences for our members and care teams. The Network was launched in July 2021 by building upon the legacies of two long-standing, high-performing organizations – Lowell General Physician Hospital Organization and New England Quality Care Alliance (NEQCA).
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